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Social media superpowers and your job search

Social media can supercharge your professional presence. Your online presence is the way that you present yourself and one of the ways you’ll be vetted in the recruitment process. Here are some tips to maximise your social media superpowers and secure your future job. 1. Build your social media skills There are plenty of events […]

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Capybaras and your career: Lessons from nature’s giant rodent

The capybara is much loved by humans and other animals alike. These gentle giants have a lot to teach us all about navigating our futures… Here’s how capybaras would thrive in the graduate labour market, and how you can too. Adaptability Capybaras are masters of adaptation. They straddle land and water, seamlessly transitioning between environments. Flexibility […]

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TikTok your career

More than ever, there is a wealth of careers advice online that OU students may use to help steer their career. We hope our on-demand webinars on social media networking and LinkedIn guide will help you navigate your cyber-presence, as well as our recent LinkedIn: standing out from the crowd session which was hosted by […]

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OU students open new career dimensions at Alderley Park

Career readiness research amongst thousands of OU students reveals that a skill many of you would like to improve on is reaching out and connecting to employers and industry professionals. This is also called networking, and OU Careers and Employability Services has lots of networking resources and tips to help you start. Getting the inside […]

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Career contacts and conversations: how to reach out to people and start networking

Getting inside knowledge by talking to people working in the sector you’re aiming for and connecting with employers – we call it ‘networking’ for short. It’s something everyone is apprehensive about, but most people can find a way that works for them once they give it a go. It can help you achieve your goals […]

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Supercharge your CV with volunteering experience

Do you have the skills you need to succeed? Upskilling your portfolio with volunteering could be just what you’re looking for. Volunteering is a great way to gain additional skills that graduate employers want, give your confidence a boost, and have fun whilst making a difference. Volunteering can also help you network and build up […]

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