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I've just published an article for the Institute of Student Employers on the subject of "How are students preparing for work" The article is based around the results of the Early Careers survey by Prospects. Topics covered in the article are preparedness for work, gaining work experience and engagement with employability activities. https://bit.ly/3ShxwSG I am always interested to know what you think are the biggest challenges affecting students' readiness for work? #earlycareers #earlytalent #recruitment

'Future Proofing Career Development' our next free remote conference is coming up! John Ambrose reflects on the history of these conferences in our latest blog post. Read more here https://lnkd.in/eAP96zuX

As final year students prepare for pre-placement talks, many focus on securing a job to keep up with their peers. This rush often shifts the focus from skill development to just getting placed. Remember, if you don't get a job immediately, it's okay. Prioritize improving your skills. Off-campus opportunities with better packages will come. Many have succeeded by focusing on skill development during their undergraduate years. Stay focused, and the right job will find you. #CareerAdvice #SkillDevelopment #JobHunt #PrePlacement #CampusRecruitment #CareerGrowth #StayFocused #JobSearchTips #CareerSuccess #SkillUp #FutureReady

Highlights of Placement and Pre-Placement offers secured by the students recently. #PlacementHighlights #PrePlacementOffers #StudentSuccess #CareerOpportunities #JobOffers #PlacementUpdate #CareerGrowth #EmploymentOpportunities #UniversityPlacements #CareerMilestones

For many students, their understanding of possible career choices is often limited to their own environment. Educators can use the 75+ Career-based activities in this guide to create ongoing and engaging opportunities for #CareerExploration! 🔍 https://bit.ly/3UOdzDZ

More high school students are realizing the importance of career prep. We constantly push college prep but career prep is probably more important. I read this great interview with Lorna Bryant in Forbes about the challenges students are feeling. Confidence, costs, and connections are what they're after. #highschool #careers #careerprep #hr

You can read the article here. It's a great read and very enlightening as to what we need to do to help students be successful! https://lnkd.in/gtrYNuPu

Did you know that career guidance in schools can significantly improve a young person's chances of finding fulfilling employment? Recent research shows that young people aged 12-18 who engage with career guidance programs demonstrate much higher career readiness levels. This is why we're passionate about equipping young people with the tools they need to navigate the working world. By providing them with a clear understanding of different career paths and the skills needed to succeed, we can empower them to make informed decisions about their futures. Read more about how career guidance can reduce students ending up NEET here >>> https://bit.ly/3wLtD1m #careerguidance #education #youthdevelopment #neetyouth #employability #futureofwork

Recruiters often ask for a degree when you have experience, and for experience when you have a degree. They don't always realize that working more than 9 hours a day makes it challenging to pursue a degree, unlike those who can attend all classes and access all resources. I believe experience is more valuable than a degree, which is meaningless without practical knowledge. It's tough to balance both simultaneously. #CareerThoughts #ExperienceMatters

Most employers think Gen Z is unprepared for the workforce and need better life skills, says research by Intelligent.com reported by Kate Rix in Higher Ed Dive ▶ Link in comments ⤵ In the 2023 survey of managers, directors and executives, advised on by Diane Gayeski at Ithaca College, 58% said recent graduates are unprepared for the workforce. 38% also said they avoid hiring recent graduates and prefer older workers. It's not technical skills that are lacking, but durable skills like empathy, communication skills, critical thinking and collaboration. Schools and colleges can rapidly help get their leavers up to speed with #PersonaLifeSkills, our online platform that helps young people develop 22 durable skills, and get career-ready. Try Persona Life Skills – affordable 'Careers' package currently 74% off for UK Careers Week ▶ Link in comments ⤵ #NCW2024 #CEIAG