Achieve your goals in small steps, not giant leaps – like NASA
The inspiring Artemis II mission tested the Orion spacecraft for future lunar landings. It shows ambitious goals are achieved by breaking the task into achievable, realistic steps. Apply this NASA principle to your goals. Review your goals in three minutes and generate your instant personalised ‘Actions towards goals’ checklist. Then work out your next steps […]
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How OU study opened doors for Farhana
MA History student Farhana Qayoom Shaikh recently spoke to the Arts and Humanities student newsletter about the value of OU study to her employers and her career. “One thing I wish I had known before starting an MA in History with the Open University is how many professional opportunities it would open for me.” To […]
Imposter syndrome – why it happens and what you can do about it
Imposter syndrome is the internal experience of believing that you aren’t as competent as others perceive you to be. It often comes with the fear of being exposed as a fraud, and a tendency to downplay personal achievements. It can affect anybody, regardless of background, skill level, or degree of expertise. If that sounds like […]
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Shine through in applications: top tips from a CEO
In this episode of the OU’s In Office Hours podcast, discover top tips from Jack Harrington, CEO of the British Academy of Management and OU MBA graduate, to help you work towards your goals and make yourself and your application stand out from the crowd. “I used a lot of the OU’s careers advice tools, […]
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Get hired, get inspired with GenAI
Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI or GenAI) use amongst students is approaching near universal levels but do you really know how to make the most of these tools to help you with your career? Find out how to use Generative AI for your career and discover how it can help, from self-reflection and generating ideas, […]
Build a career you can trust
Learn how to resolve real-world challenges and decisions with our recorded Business ethics with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS) webinar. You’ll explore how your choices shape your career. The decisions you make, especially under pressure, affect how others see you and what opportunities come next. ICAS is a global professional body that […]
Careers research tips for students with dyslexia
“When I read long job descriptions, I lose the thread. But when I talk things through, everything clicks.” Undergraduate OU student with dyslexia. Exploring career ideas can be a challenge when you’re dyslexic, especially if traditional text-heavy resources don’t play to your strengths. Start with your strengths Build your future with career confidence by identifying […]
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Career lessons from the Stoics 3: control what you can, understand what you can’t
Job searching can feel unpredictable, slow, and driven by forces far beyond your influence – labour markets shift due to wider economic factors and related employer needs. So, what can you do? Stoic philosopher Epictetus has the answer: “Make the best use of what is in your power”. It’s all about knowing what’s up to […]
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Career lessons from the Stoics 2: don’t wait – take the next step now
The Stoic philosopher Seneca famously said, “while we wait for life, life passes”. It’s natural to wait until ‘the right moment’; when we’re ‘more qualified’, when work ‘quietens down’, when the time ‘feels right’. Seneca said that the right moment rarely announces itself. Review your goals regularly as they evolve, then use Navigate Your Future […]
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Career lessons from the Stoics 1: grab unexpected opportunities
If your career path so far hasn’t looked the way you planned, you’re in good company. Student careers stories show careers don’t usually move in a straight line and there are many paths to a satisfying future. According to ancient Stoic philosophy, that might be exactly the point. Amor fati: embrace what comes your way […]
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Moving from university to employment as a neurodivergent student with Josh from Evenbreak
Josh Wright is the Candidate and Partnerships Coordinator at Evenbreak, a global disability job board run by and for disabled people. For the past three years, he has worked closely with universities, supporting students and staff by showcasing the resources and opportunities Evenbreak provides. View Evenbreak’s graduate and internship opportunities and listen to discussing your […]
Culture is everything – find the right role for you
Understanding your values and motivations, interests and strengths can help you work out what matters to you in your future career, and what you need to feel a sense of reward and satisfaction at work. In this OU In Office Hours podcast, host Elijah Akinfenwa, OU Business Management student and co-owner of Liz Pie Pastry, […]
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Build confidence and career skills as a Black, Asian or minority ethnic student
Hi. I’m Motunrayo, an Employer Engagement Coordinator and a member of the Careers and Employability Services Race and Equality Action Group. We recently delivered an employability session featuring professionals from Black, Asian and minority backgrounds – Walk your own path: inspiring careers discussions for Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic OU students. You deserve to be […]
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Strengthen your job-hunting skills
Watch this introduction to Gradcracker, one of the UK’s leading platforms for early career opportunities. In the video, Gradcracker Marketing Director Jessica shows how it can help you discover different career pathways and make informed career choices. Gradcracker is a great place to explore the labour market. Make sure you read our OU Labour Market […]
Overcome career setbacks like OU student Dan
OU student and disabled veteran Dan talks about the shock of losing his military career after a motorcycle accident and how his resulting struggle with job seeking impacted his mental health. Now studying Engineering through the BA/BSc (Honours) Open degree, Dan is looking forward to new career opportunities. Find out how to successfully deal with […]
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