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Question – Translating financial skills into social enterprise work
Your skills in any given area can be useful in other careers and areas of expertise if you know how to make the switch. Here are some top tips from our careers coach. Question: I have a bit of finance/banking experience (2yrs) but I am looking to pivot in the hopes of working at a social enterprise. What type of social enterprise should I consider as I want to use...
Question – The best ways to prepare for working abroad
Moving to a foreign land for your career can be daunting, but there are things you can do before making the decision and ways you can get ready for the big trip. Question: I am looking to work at a social enterprise abroad, how do I even begin the process of due diligence and getting advice from people who are currently working there? Alaia 21, UK Sounds like a great adventure...
Question – Should you spend 50 hours preparing to swap careers?
How long should you spend reaching out to the relevant people in a field you’re interested in? Here are our top tips on time management. Question: If somebody wanted to transition career, how many hours would you advise them to invest in talking to practitioners in their chosen field? Would 50 hours be enough? If you want to make the transition in a year (perhaps you are about to start the...
How do you figure out what to do with your career?
Working out where your career is going can be tricky, but here are some tips to help guide you toward making those hefty life decisions. My take is that you can't figure out what you want to do only by self-reflection. Naval gazing will only take you so far. Pretty quickly, you have to get feedback on your ideas, and test out theories about yourself, as well as broaden your...
Question – How to connect with people and companies during Covid
Coronavirus has changed the way we make new work relationships. Here is how you can still get networking in lockdown. Question: Given the very difficult environment post Covid, most offices are shut. What is the best way to connect to people at the company and who is the best person to approach? Harry 21, UK Great question Harry, connecting with people to learn more about the workplace is an essential part...
