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Changing seasons, changing career direction…
Autumn is a time of transition. Leaves turn from green to shades of red and orange and many woodland animals gather and store food for the upcoming winter. Just as nature looks ahead, so must career changers plan for their future. Now is a good time to take stock and consider why you want to […]
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6 Steps to ‘Becoming a Teacher’
Becoming a teacher is rewarding, fulfilling and provides the opportunity to inspire and shape the lives of current and future generations. This career pathway involves a combination of education, practical experience and a commitment to ongoing professional development. Follow these 6 steps to explore different routes to teaching careers with the help of our ‘Becoming […]
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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Everyone’s path is unique: Chloe charts her own course to a rewarding career
Take the path less travelled Chloe’s story isn’t your typical university journey. Studying Arts and Humanities at The Open University at just 16 and graduating with a first-class degree aged 20. Her story is a valuable reminder that your university and career journey are unique and personal to you. Find out how to make career […]
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Juggle your way to a new career
Does changing your career whilst juggling your family, study and work commitments seem impossible? OU Engineering graduate Kay shows it can be done. Changing your career path can feel challenging, especially when you’re already juggling multiple responsibilities. Build your future with career confidence resources can help you boost your confidence […]
Successful internships: top tips from OU interns
Weighing up the pros and cons of applying for an internship? Wondering if you would be able to juggle another commitment with your busy life? To help you decide, read our guide The benefits of doing an internship and the following top tips from students and graduates who recently completed an internship through the OU. […]
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Volunteering – your gateway to great things
As a mental health charity, volunteers are a big piece of the picture that makes up Mind BLMK. Their value is felt every day at all levels in the charity. The volunteer picture looks very different to what it used to pre-Covid. We have seen a big decrease in the average age of our volunteers […]
The biggest regret of my university experience (and how you can avoid it)
Not using the careers service It’s a bold statement to say that not using the careers service is my biggest university regret. Back then, navigating my degree was enough to manage without thinking about my career. However, focusing solely on my studies meant neglecting my post-graduation future. I never even looked at the careers service […]
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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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5 steps to mirror career success
“[Self-reflection is] the foundation that all other soft skills grow from.” Bailey and Rehman (2022) When we look in the mirror, we see a true reflection of ourselves and how others may perceive us. Self-reflection is not always easy, but it can help us to find a deeper understanding of our […]
Be kind to yourself in your career planning
We all know it can be hard to make good decisions when we’re feeling under pressure, are unfocused and time limited. So slow down, take a breath and pace yourself through our top tips encouraging you to be kind to yourself in career planning… 1. Give yourself the gift of time – you’re worth it […]
An informal guide to pursuing your passion
OU study opens an incredible number of possibilities and opportunities. But while students are busy balancing their studies with their home and work lives, they often find themselves carefully skirting around the big question: What is my passion? We can help you dare to dream and build your confidence to realise your passion. Reflection Take […]
Ramadan Mubarak! Time to reflect and plan, whatever your beliefs
The sacred month of Ramadan is not just spiritual reflection, charity and fasting for Muslims; it’s also an opportunity for people of all backgrounds and beliefs to step back, review and plan for your future. For OU students and recent alumni, the 3-minute careers check-in and intelligent, automated Navigate Your Future activity pathway are structured […]
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Give your CV a spring clean
Spring is here, a time for growth and new beginnings, so why not take a fresh look at your skills and update your CV. We’ve got everything you need to help you to make your CV spotless and to move forward in realising your goals. Dust off your list of skills Note down everything you’ve […]
Blowing your own trumpet isn’t easy, but you can learn how
Blowing your own trumpet, learning to sell your skills and strengths to employers doesn’t happen overnight. We know many OU students find lack of confidence a barrier to a fulfilling career, you’re not alone. So we developed Build your future with career confidence to give you a systematic way to start gaining confidence. Having spent […]
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