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How do you feel about supporting your early career starters? I'm talking about graduates, apprentices and those just starting their career. We currently have one of the worst ever rates of retention of new talent across all sectors. So we are obviously not supporting our early career starters correctly. I love that at Inclusive Futures CIC, our coaching clients range from CEO's and Directors, to 16 year olds still deciding what they want for their future and everything in-between. So we get to hear about the challenges from a number of different perspectives. Our latest blog dives into how creating space for self expression and creativity, adapting communication styles, sharing the "why" behind decisions, plus other useful tips - will build confidence and allow employees' skills to shine. Have a read and let me know what you think! Link in the comments...

We learn as we move forward in our careers. Have you ever heard someone say If I only knew then what I know now? If you could travel back in your career, which lessons would you share with yourself? Comment Below.

Why is Sixth Form the smarter choice? Joining a sixth form can benefit your life in more ways than one. Apart from preparing you academically for your future career, sixth form can also prepare you mentally, physically and socially, the three main aspects of your life that are affected on a daily basis. Read our latest careers blog to discover how sixth form can boost your life skills and more importantly how you can get the most out of sixth form: https://ow.ly/EbTr50Thmyb

What a pleasure it was to present at this webinar! So often it can feel like you are siloed during a PhD - siloed into research and siloed into a particular field. Never be afraid to take a chance, a risk, a step outside of your comfort zone or to take the road less travelled, sometimes our lateral moves are our best. Always understand the value you can bring and never take rejection personally. Understand your capacity gaps and work out how best to fill and frame them. Be strategic, be tactful, be an advocate for your skills and, most importantly, be proud of your journey. A career is lifelong and it is yours to shape. Dream big, aim high and shoot for the stars, you might surprise yourself where you land.

Is your graduate program heading in the right direction? Picture this: you're 5 kilometers into a hike, only to realise you've been following a faulty compass the entire time. That’s exactly what happened to our Senior Consultant, Emily during a trek through the Peak District! 🧭 It's a great analogy for graduate programs: without the right measurement and evaluation, you might be headed off-course. In our latest Bright Ideas blog, Emily, Brightworks' resident expert in Early Careers strategy, shares how tracking key data can: 🚨 Act as an early warning system to avoid issues down the road 🛠️ Help you solve problems and optimise your processes 🎉 Showcase your program’s successes to stakeholders Plus, get her top tips to kickstart your measurement journey and keep your program on the right path. ⬇️ Read the blog: https://lnkd.in/dxyZReMr

'Moving to a new country for your education showcases your proactivity, independence, and willingness to step outside your comfort zone'. In our new blog, Rosie from Gradcore, shares her top tips and advice to help you to showcase your experience to employers, make the most of your networks and land your dream job after graduation. ✨ Read Rosie’s insights on careers and employability in our latest blog 👉 https://lnkd.in/eE_jZzPR

Exciting news! 🌟 Reserve your seat for an insightful webinar on early careers training for 2025. Learn from top L&D professionals in the financial services industry as they share their valuable experiences and future plans. Don't miss out on this opportunity! 🚀 #Webinar #EarlyCareers #LearningAndDevelopment

Learning never stops

🎓 Integrating Four-Year Institutions into Career Pathways Four-year institutions, with their unique approach, extend beyond traditional degrees, providing comprehensive support to learners on diverse career paths. This brief explores the challenges, strategies, successful policies, and recommendations for effectively integrating these institutions into career pathways, highlighting the distinct benefits of this approach. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWt3yChb

Great little article shared with me by a friend on ‘career narratives’, and how we can use them to more proactively develop in our careers. Well worth a read! https://lnkd.in/er2hTrxS