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Wishing all Malaysians a very happy Independence Day today! 🇲🇾 #MalaysiaMerdeka

Great action plan from Lily Piddington here for grads looking to start building their network and knowledge of the job market while still at university! 🙌

Having an introductory conversation with someone at work? Here's a proposed approach: 👋 Say hello, and introduce yourself (background, what you’re working on, what you enjoy in terms of your current role). Let them introduce themselves. 🚗 Find out what motivates them — this may be useful information later on. 🗣 Break the ice through specific topics where there is a common interest or connection: ‘I noticed you also spent a few years at X organisation before moving to Y firm! I also spent some time in the same department at X. Do you happen to know Gary…?’ 🙏 Thank them for their time and briefly explain what you want to get out of the conversation: ‘Thanks for taking the time to grab coffee! I wanted to understand your role and how that fits in with the wider organisation…’ 👂 Let them speak — pay attention to what they’re saying and jot down key notes if you want. ❓ Ask them if there is anything they need from you, and offer up information or key contacts that may be useful to what they’re working on or interested in. 🤝 At the end of the conversation, thank them again. Propose to stay connected. #coffeechats #workconversations

Great piece of reading for the young adults about to enter the workforce. #getstarted

🔍 The Purpose of a Cover Letter: Key Sections Explained 📄 Crafting an effective cover letter is essential for standing out in your job applications. Here’s a breakdown of the key sections: 📌 Why You Are Writing: Start by clearly stating the position you’re applying for and where you found the job listing. This sets the context and shows your intent. 📌 Your Motivation for the Role: Sell your skills by highlighting your relevant experiences. Provide evidence of how your background aligns with the job requirements. This is your chance to demonstrate why you're the perfect fit for the role. 📌 Your Motivation for the Company: Show your enthusiasm for the company. Explain why you’re excited about the opportunity to work there and how your values align with the company's mission and culture. 📌 Closing Paragraph/Statement: Conclude with a strong closing statement. Express your eagerness to discuss your application further and thank the reader for their time and consideration. Remember, a well-crafted cover letter can make a significant difference in landing that interview! 💼 #JobSearch #CareerTips #CoverLetter #JobApplication #CareerAdvice

Feeling stuck in your job search? We've been there. Here's what you need to do: 📌 Optimise Your CV 📄: Ensure it’s precise, keyword-rich, and error-free. 👉 Here's our CV template: https://shorturl.at/6mSTo 📌 Ace Online Tests 🧠: Practice regularly and familiarise yourself with the test providers. 📌 Show Your Fit 🎯: Use the STAR method to demonstrate your skills and alignment with the company. 📌 Increase Applications 📈: Apply broadly but maintain quality. 📌 Learn from Rejections 💪: Seek feedback, adapt, and improve. 📌 Job hunting is a learning journey. Keep refining your approach, and remember, every rejection is a step closer to your offer! #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #Interviews

💡 Key highlights from the Financial Times Executive Education Rankings 2024: 📌 INSEAD Executive Education excels in programme design and participant satisfaction, and is top in terms of custom-made courses 📌 HEC Paris tops for aims achieved and innovative thinking, and leads in open-enrolment programmes 📌 Trinity College Dublin is the highest new entrant at 27th 📌 Saïd Business School, University of Oxford rises 17 places to 14th 📌 European schools dominate, with strong showings from Spain’s IESE Business School, Switzerland’s IMD, and France’s NEOMA Business School These rankings reflect the dynamic landscape of executive education, with increasing flexibility and global participation. 🌍📚 For more details, check out the full rankings: https://lnkd.in/eefzwC4Y

We're very excited about the possibilities for interview prep and other recruitment and application support aspects that GPT-4o can bring! Some very cool stuff that OpenAI are doing 😎 #AI #chatgpt #interviewprep https://lnkd.in/egiyiGKK

🌏 Good news for international students! 📚 A recent report confirms there is no widespread abuse of the UK’s post-study visa. The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) supports keeping this visa, emphasising its role in attracting talented students to the UK and benefiting universities financially. International students are crucial for UK higher education, providing essential funding that supports diverse courses, including vital STEM subjects. Despite recent rule changes affecting family member allowances, the MAC found no evidence that the graduate route is being misused. For any international students out there, know that your contributions are valued, and your presence enriches the academic community and the UK economy (bringing an estimated net benefit of £40 billion). The UK absolutely should not close its doors to diverse talent from all over the globe. If you are an international student considering the UK for your studies, or if you are already here and have concerns about the challenges you may face, please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you. 🤝 #InternationalStudents #UKEducation #PostStudyVisa #HigherEducation #Support https://lnkd.in/e3yv43aw

After four years, Pagoda will move to a new domain name and an Instagram handle more suited to our mission — @pagoda.academy 🚀 We're expanding our university admissions consulting offering whilst continuing to help young people navigate their career goals. We're here for you at every step of your #education journey 🤝