We got the Degree, Now where’s the Confidence? The first time I stepped into a university classroom, I held my breath. I had always done well in school, yet I doubted whether I truly belonged there. Being accepted to university triggered a wave of self-doubt. I later learned there’s a name for that: imposter syndrome. …
NOT CAREER LADDERS BUT LILY PADS What if climbing the career ladder isn’t success but distress in disguise? “68% of GenZ workers wouldn’t pursue management if it weren’t for the paycheck or title”, as observed by a Glassdoor community survey. This is a stark contrast to the work attitudes that the previous generations strived for, …
Gen-Z vs The Job Market After graduating from university, it took me a lot longer than I thought to find a job, leaving me frustrated and insecure. I even began to dread family gatherings. When a relative would ask me what I was up to, and I would tell them I was looking for a …
Before you put your ‘Out of Office’ on … Midsommer is here, which means (at least in some parts of the world): summer holiday! But before you put on your ‘out of office’, we just want to share that we’ve added a new section to our employability app CareerProfessor.works – looking into public holidays and …
Trail To Employment – Applicant Skills Series “I speak, therefore I am” – but does an employer who is hiring candidates think this too? Written and verbal communication are the means through which we connect. The Erasmus Competence Booklet introduces communication as the bond between a speaker and their audience, or a writer to their reader. …
Sustainability is soaring in popularity, and it’s hard not to notice as global temperatures rise—so much so that regions around the world are experiencing unexpected heatwaves, prompting changes in seasonal activities and attire. What’s also on the rise are green careers. These sectors range from agriculture to high-tech, all united in their commitment to protecting …