Wider employment considerations
Networking
You have more people in your network than you might realise. It can be informal and include people you know outside of work. People in your network that can help you progress your career include:
- your friends and family
- people you know from work, volunteering or school
- recruiters and employers
- members of clubs or teams you’re in
The people in your network can help you:
- find out about jobs
- learn about a career, sector or company
- find work experience
- get support or advice
Networking can be intimidating to start with, but it pays dividends in the short and long term. Always follow up networking with an action. Whether its someone to contact, sending an email or making a call – do it. Following up shows people that you’re motivated and keen. When leveraging your network, be clear about what you want and start by asking for something small, like advice. Finally, networking works both ways. If you see someone asking for advice, offer to help them if you can.
Wrap up
This course has equipped you with knowledge around;
- getting to know yourself, including your strengths, your ‘why’ and potential career paths,
- finding opportunities and taking them, including C.V. preparation and prepping for interviews,
- wider considerations around employment, including misconceptions and the importance of networking
Taking ownership of your career is more important than anytime in history – & no one else will do it for you. A career, or several careers – lasts a lifetime. Having investing this time in preparation, you’ll be well placed for a wonderful start.
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