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Career Readiness Without the Panic: Helping Teens Explore Futures

Career Readiness Without the Panic: Helping Teens Explore Futuresby: Nicole SmithPublished on: 27/01/2026

Fewer than 1/3 of teens feel prepared for ANY post-high-school path. Here's how to build career readiness through exploration—not pressure.

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Career Readiness Without the Panic: Helping Teens Explore Futures