How to stay motivated and set professional goals for the year ahead?
Staying motivated can be tough at work. When youβre in education there's regular feedback, fresh objectives, a higher purpose (your development) and an end in sight (graduation). You have a ready-made community (your friends) and people around you who really care about your success (teachers, lecturers, parents). All of this is...
Who is The Career Coach?
No matter where you are along your career path, Thred is here to help. Allow us to introduce you to your very own Career Coach, Dan Kiernan. Dan is currently the Career Advisor at the SaΓ―d Business School, University of Oxford, where he focuses on impact careers (perfect) and he has recently been selected as a ‘Top Voice for Jobs and Careers’ by LinkedIn. Whether you need help writing a winning CV to score your dream job or advice on how to find a job with a company thatβs actually making a difference, Dan is here to answer your questions and guide you down your chosen career path. Donβt hesitate, hit Dan up by emailing [email protected] and start taking charge of your career! In the meantime, scroll down for a variety of career-building articles and videos to get you started. #changeiscoming
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Will AI change the value of human mentorship?
As AI automates entry-level work, the way we learn on the job is shifting. Mentorship won't vanish, but its purpose is evolving into something far more human. I won't be out of a job, probably. AI wonβt replace mentorship, but it will redefine it Thereβs a lot of talk about how...
Gen Zers must get AI literate for CVs and LinkedIn
How should Gen Z navigate the pressure to appear 'AI-literate' on CVs or LinkedIn when many still feel under trained or unsure where to start? The pressure to appear "AI-literate" on your CV and LinkedIn is real, but actually very few people are truly experts yet. The technology is so...
Do Gen Z employers need a management style refresh?
Employers will have no choice but to update management styles to help Gen Z reach their full potential. As my colleague Dr. Naeema Pasha points out in her work, Gen Z are used to instant communication. Theyβve been given continuous feedback during their education, with regular testing, followed by...
How can Gen Z be transparent about use of AI in the workplace
How Can Gen Z Discuss Their Use of AI Tools with Managers to Ensure Transparency and Trust at Work? I love the intention behind this question: recognizing that using AI could be a concern and that the best way to address it is through open discussion. First, donβt assume your manager...
How can Gen Z employees use AI without losing critical thinking skills?
How can Gen Z employees use AI to their advantage without losing or failing to develop critical thinking skills? This is a great question. Iβve seen first-hand how automation can boost efficiency - but also create skill gaps. Early in my career, my firm automated investment performance analysis, eliminating 80% of...
Are Gen Z really unprepared for the workforce?
Are Gen Z really as unprepared for the workforce as the media claims? If not, what can they do to prove they are not?Β βOften characterized as being lazy, arrogant, unreliable, and cynical, Generation X is considered to be anything but team-oriented.β 1999 βMillennials have been dubbed the most βimpatient generationβ in the workplace, with over 90 percent wanting βrapid career progression.β Almost 70 percent of employers believe that this level...
Do employers use AI to scan applicant CVs now?
Wondering whether employers use AI to scan our CVs these days? Our career coach has the answers you seek. Question: Do employers use AI to scan applicant CVs? Yes, some employers use AI to scan applicant CVs, and they have done for some time, usually in a very basic way: looking for keywords that match the job description. However, many employers donβt use AI to scan application CVs. These are smaller employers...
Question β What other courses should I take to get into UI/UX?
Wondering what other qualifications could help boost your career prospects in UI and UX work? Our career coach offers up some tips to get you started. Question: Are there any courses or certificates I should be taking to help my path into UI/UX as a teenager? β Hima, Gurugram There are plenty of courses you can do to help you get into UI/UX. Iβd suggest starting with courses that are...
Question β What types of careers are available in advertising?
Wondering how an advertising agency works? Our career coach gives a rundown on the ins and outs of agency life, with specifics on each type of role you can expect. Question: How many different career paths are around in advertising? I like the idea of working at an agency, but I donβt know what to aim for or what degree I should apply for? (AimΓ©e, Cardiff) Navigating the advertising industry's...
