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College & Career Crossroads: Why building your career during college can be tough College is an exciting time, but it can also be 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬, 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, many students struggle to focus on building their careers. Here are some reasons why: * 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬: Choosing a major and figuring out what you want to do for the rest of your life can be stressful. * 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Many employers prefer candidates with relevant work experience. * 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬: Juggling academics, extracurriculars, and a social life can leave little time for career exploration. Here are some tips to help you get started: * 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫: Your college's career center is a great resource for exploring career options, building your resume, and practicing interview skills. * 𝐍𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐬: Connect with people in your field of interest through LinkedIn, alumni events, or informational interviews. * 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: Internships provide valuable work experience and can help you decide if a career path is right for you. Building your career during college takes time and effort, but it's definitely worth it. By taking advantage of the resources available to you, you can gain the skills and experience you need to land your dream job after graduation. #college #career #careerdevelopment #students #futureofwork

Navigating the Realities of Student Career Paths: Embarking on a career journey can be both exhilarating and daunting, especially for students navigating the complex landscape of professional opportunities. 🚀 In this video, we delve into the realities of student career paths, offering insights, advice, and encouragement to help you chart your course with confidence and clarity. 💼 Whether you're exploring different industries, seeking internships, or preparing for post-graduation endeavors, LinkedIn is your ally in connecting with mentors, accessing resources, and discovering exciting opportunities tailored to your interests and aspirations. 🎓 Join us as we shed light on the realities of student career paths and empower you to thrive in the world of work. 💡 #StudentCareers #CareerJourney #ProfessionalDevelopment #LinkedInTips #CareerAdvice #OpportunityAwaits

🔍 6 Steps for Career Planning: Your Guide to Professional Growth! 🚀 Planning your career can be overwhelming, but having a clear, structured approach makes all the difference. Check out the 6 Steps for Career Planning to help you navigate your path with confidence and purpose! ✨ Highlights include:Self-assessment to discover your strengths and interestsResearching potential careers and industries 🌱Gaining hands-on experience through internships and networkingCreating an actionable career roadmap 📋Navigating the job market like a pro 💼Whether you're just starting or considering a career change, these steps will set you up for long-term success and fulfillment. Ready to get started? Dive into the full guide now! 🌟 👉 https://lnkd.in/erUStuWp #CareerPlanning #ProfessionalGrowth #CareerAdvice #JobMarketSuccess #CareerGoals #StudentCounseling #CareerDevelopment #CareerStrategy

Most of the students don't know how to choose the right career path after graduation, so here are some tips: 1. 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Identify your skills, interests, and values. 2. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬: Investigate different career options and requirements. 3. 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Get hands-on experience through internships or volunteering. 4. 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: Consult with mentors and professionals in your fields of interest. 5. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Narrow down to a few career paths that align with your assessment and research. 6. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰𝐬: Talk to professionals for insights into the shortlisted careers. 7. 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭: Analyze job demand, growth, and opportunities in your chosen fields. 8. 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: Choose the best career path based on your evaluations. 9. 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧: Outline your goals, timeline, and action steps. 10. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Stay updated and adapt to changes in your chosen field. 11. 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: Follow your plan, continuously learn, and advance in your career. #CareerChoice #CareerAdvice #FutureReady

Nervous about your career transition? I see a lot of clients who have been incredibly nervous to make a career change after years of working in one specific type of job and/or industry.  What I hear often is “but I don’t have any experience in this new field that I don’t know if I will be hireable.” Well the reality is, switching careers can FEEL like searching for your first job. But the REALITY is that you actually have MORE to offer than you did at the very beginning of your career. You have more skill, more knowledge, and more tangible experience.  Versus when you are applying for your first job EVER, you are probably relying on school projects, internships, and just the hope that somebody will take a chance on you. If you are nervous to switch careers, I want you to take inventory of the following: 🔺 what you have been able to learn so far 🔺what you have been able to accomplish 🔺how you have grown 🔺and more importantly what you can offer. This is important, because the fear and nervousness has more to do with CONFIDENCE than the career. If you take the time to assess the above four points, not only will you feel more prepared, but you'll believe in yourself more. If you need some clarity, apply for 1 of the 5 free calls I do weekly. This week we were at capacity, so RUN don't walk to my calendly: https://lnkd.in/g4_8yJAm #careercoach #confidencecoach #peptalkwithpepz #peptalk #gettoyournextlevel

The career advice I wish had before entering the corporate world: 1/ Find an organisation that aligns with your personal values 🌎 ↳ Don't sacrifice what matters most to you in an employer 2/ Speak up & say your piece 🗣️ ↳ Your work doesn’t always do that! 3/ You might have to manage your manager 😬 ↳ Tricky one but it can be done! 4/ Understand the value you bring 💡 ↳ Never ever forget that! 5/ Be confident in your abilities 👏🏻 ↳ There's a reason you've come this far! 6/ You may need to pave the way 🙌🏻 ↳ If you can’t see it, BE IT! On that last point, my view is that YOU can make a difference. Sometimes it might have to start with leading the way… For others to be inspired and follow suit. You’ve got this! PS: Less than 3 weeks till applications close. Apply for live internships and grad jobs here: https://lnkd.in/e6d7qxiT ♻️ Repost a student or grad that needs to see this ♻️ Follow me Jennica for application tips, career resources & anything in between 🔔

If I had to do college right now, here is what I would do each year to set myself up for a successful launch: FRESHMAN. I would not be roommates with high school friends. I'd opt to be assigned a roommate. That way I would meet a bunch of new people right out of the gates. I'd also look into student organizations or clubs to join. I'd explore some classes and not be in a hurry to declare a major unless I was 90% sure. I'd make sure I found a coffee shop or place to hang out where I felt welcomed and seen. SOPHOMORE. I'd declare a major based on what I liked my freshman year that would also result in a viable career. I'd try to get a part time job on or off campus. Either way, it would expand my network and provide work experience that might be helpful for my resume. I'd start a LinkedIn account. I'd have fun. I'd date, go see bands, and take a ridiculous Spring Break trip. JUNIOR. I'd really get immersed in my studies and see if I could shadow somebody or position myself for an internship the summer after my junior year. This would also be a great time to seek a mentor. I'd start visiting my college's career services center to ensure I'm planting seeds for a successful launch after I graduate. If possible, I'd study abroad or spend the summer backpacking around Europe or the US just to have fun and experience the world. SENIOR. I'd make sure I have at least one internship under my belt before graduation. I'd start attending career fairs to get familiarized with interviewing. I'd join an off-campus young professionals network to foster more connections in the business community. I'd do a full social media audit and make all my accounts private. I'd take any random class that interested me just for the sake of taking it. After graduating, I'd be patient with myself knowing that it might take awhile to launch a career. I'd be okay taking a job bartending or doing something to make ends meet until I land where I want. I would not just take the first thing that came along. It's tempting, but the first job sets you on a trajectory. I'd be thoughtful of what I want that trajectory to be. What would you add to the list?

This is for you if you fear posting on LinkedIn because you feel like an imposter I was just a sophomore in Uni with only 1-2 work experiences and a few extra curricular when is starting posting. I started sharing my experiences as a student ambassador under a series I called “Escapades of a Student Ambassador” I reflected a lot on conferences and events that I participated in. And this was really most of my content. I shared about my struggles as an early career professional seeking internships and job opportunities. So Know that: 1️⃣Your unique experiences and insights matter and know one knows and has experienced what you know. 2️⃣Remember, your journey is valid, and sharing your voice adds value. 3️⃣ Vulnerability fosters connections and shows that success is not always linear. I hope this inspires you to start posting, and challenge that imposter syndrome. #zulshare #post

#AYSCAREERTIPS Many things can help us decide on a career path (or next internship or job)… Here are some questions to ask yourself: - What are you good at? - What do you want to be good at (how about exploring an internship to build skills)? - What gives you energy and what drains you? (Trust that information… It’s your body telling you what is/isn’t right for you.) - What motivates you to work hard? - What does success mean to you? - What are you afraid of trying? - What new information do you need to help you take the next step? Answers to these (and many other questions) can help you decide what your next step is. If you want to talk through your career options, come see us! This is what we’re here for! Schedule an appointment with an AYS Career Services & Alumni Relations career advisor via Handshake. (https://lnkd.in/g5HQuV4b)

The job market is tougher than anticipated. Grads are trying to figure out what is next. And college students are trying to figure out summer plans or internships that will set them up for the future. Parents wonder how the future will unfold for their young adult. You need a plan. 𝗪𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽. We are excited to host a 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 Office Hours session for the Next Great Step community on: 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, June 26, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟳𝗣𝗠 - 𝟴𝗣𝗠 𝗘𝗦𝗧. We will address: ➡️ The challenges that parents and students are seeing in the job search ➡️ The outlook for the Class of 2024 and industry trends for hiring right now ➡️ Actionable tips and guidance to land the first job or internship ➡️ Answers to your questions and more This session is for parents, students, grads, and concerned family members looking for job search guidance. Please register for the session here https://shorturl.at/hqFzs or the link in our bio! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. If you have any specific questions you would like me to address, please send an email before the session. I look forward to providing guidance during our session. #nextgreatstep #bridgethegap #classof2024 #collegegrad #postgrad #careercoach #jobcoaching #careercoaching #careertips #careeradvice #hiringtrends #dreamjob