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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 […]

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Brand yourself and achieve your goals

“Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room.” Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon. If you’re ready to apply for jobs, internships or further study, you’re at the ‘Achieve’ career readiness stage. ‘Selling yourself’, or convincingly matching your unique skills and qualities to the needs of the outside world, is […]

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6 quick guides to achieving your goals

6 quick guides to achieving your goals

Struggling to break through with your CV and job applications? Need help with your interview technique? I’m Andrew, a Careers and Employability Consultant based in Scotland, and I help students and graduates in this position all the time. OU Careers and Employability Services can help make your CV, LinkedIn, applications and covering letters stand out […]

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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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