What actually gives you energy in your work?
Over the last few articles*, I’ve been expanding on a theme: working out where you want to be, understanding what you can and can’t control, and then focusing your effort on what actually moves things forward. Now I want to take that a step further and look at something closely related: finding the opportunities that […]
Focus and Get It Done
Spring is definitely springing here in the UK, and it feels like there’s a shift in me, and likewise, in the people I’m talking to. After months of relentless rain and dark mornings, everything feels lighter. And with that, my focus is starting to feel sharper too. Over the last few articles, I’ve asked you to think about: […]
What are you actually in control of?
What are you actually in control of? This is newsletter edition number 2, transformed into an article for my website, and so those people who sign up can read my previous editions. New year. New you? Maybe. Maybe not. I’ve never really been one for New Year’s resolutions. I tend to be fairly spontaneous. When […]
Where do you want to be in 12 months?
Where do you want to be in 12 months? If you’re a subscriber to my email list, then in my welcome email, you’ll know that I included an exercise to help you reflect on your past. The idea was to identify the highs and lows throughout your career (and possibly your education) and uncover any […]
How to find work as a neurodivergent student
I really am rubbish at small talk and networking… James Baggott, PhD student offers his advice to those students who are neurodiverse, and looking for their first role after education. James worked in a SEND unit at a secondary school whilst applying for PhD opportunities. He had some great advice on how to start doing […]
How to get an apprenticeship role at Microsoft!
Where do you go to find apprenticeship vacancies? Here’s Holly Hobbs 🤳🏽, passing on her advice to students about how to find an apprenticeship position. Holly bagged herself an apprenticeship at Microsoft, and now works with corporate organisations to help them attract young talent. There are loads of possible sources mentioned in this video! If […]
What do I put in my headline on LinkedIn?
If you’re wondering what to put in your headline, read on! The headline (directly under your name on your profile) defaults to your most recent job title and employer. You don’t have to keep it as that! To change it, click on the edit section on the top section of your profile. You have 220 […]
Are you a student struggling with what to do next?
Watch Freya Broom, Digital Marketing Apprentice, giving her advice to students who are struggling with ideas of what to do after exams, when I interviewed her for my Career Stories Live series! Freya talks about what helped her decide on the area she’d like to work in, and what made it much easier for her […]
What is a good way to start networking with old colleagues?
If you don’t know what to say to people when you get back in touch, this might help: If you’re job hunting, or simply wanting to be a good networker then staying updated on your connections’ career moves can be incredibly valuable. When someone steps into a new role, it’s a great opportunity to congratulate […]
Can you put yourself in invisible mode on LinkedIn?
If you’re worried about people knowing that you looked at their LinkedIn profile, here’s what to do… You can put your profile into stealth mode when you are looking at other people’s profiles. If you want to look at other peoples profiles without them having any idea you’re doing so, then this article is for […]
