Career Path Exploration Sessions

It has become common for students and new job seekers to encounter feelings of dissatisfaction and uncertainty when deciding on their career path or transitioning into a new job. As students engage in the process of identifying their career path, it's crucial that they make decisions while considering the below factors: - Personal interests & values. - Aptitudes & Passion. - Demand for the chosen career. - Job sustainability. - Financial stability. It is also important to have a well-defined career goal. The same goes for selecting a new job as well. There are many aspects to consider, ranging from the roles and responsibilities to the company's work culture. Rather than being blindsided by unexpected challenges, it is highly advisable to take up counseling or coaching sessions with experts. These sessions provide valuable guidance and insights, including the following benefits: ➡ Self-assessment: Identify strengths, weaknesses, interests, and values. ➡ Exploration: Discover diverse career options and industries. ➡ Skill-Interest Alignment: Match skills and interests for ideal career paths. ➡ Goal Setting: Establish clear, achievable career objectives. ➡ Upskilling guidance: Receive guidance on required education and qualifications. ➡ Job Market Insight: Stay updated on industry trends and job market conditions. ➡ Resume and Interview Help: Receive the right guidance for your job search process. ➡ Overcoming Barriers: Get support in addressing personal or professional obstacles. ➡ Networking Advice: Learn effective networking strategies to enhance your career. ➡ Decision-Making Support: Receive assistance in making informed career decisions, especially with multiple options. ➡ Stress Management: Develop coping strategies for career-related stress. ➡ Accountability partner & Ongoing Support: Continuously adapt and refine career goals. #linkedintopvoices #studentscareer #contentstartegistsri

I had my first career counselling session when I decided to go for an MBA. But I should have done it much earlier. I was drawn to the MBA because it seemed like a good way to open up my options, but I wasn't sure if it was the right path for me. A study by the National Career Service (NCS) found that 70% of students in India are not sure what career they want to pursue. The study also found that only 20% of students have received any kind of career guidance. My career counsellor helped me to clarify my interests, skills, and values. She also helped me to understand the different career options available to me and how my education, CAT/ CMAT score, and work experience fit into those options. As a result of our sessions, I was able to shortlist the MBA colleges I wanted to apply to and choose the best one that had offered me admission. Here’s why career counselling is crucial especially for students and freshers : 1️⃣ Self-discovery : Helps you understand your strengths and interests. 2️⃣ Informed decisions : Guides you towards suitable career paths. 3️⃣ Skill development : Identifies areas to enhance for success. Another study by the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) found that 60% of MBA graduates in India are not satisfied with their jobs. The study found that the main reasons for dissatisfaction were poor career planning and unrealistic expectations. Career counsellors can help students and freshers in a number of ways, including: 🔸 Conducting assessments to identify interests, skills, and values 🔸 Providing information about different career options 🔸 Helping to develop a resume and cover letter 🔸 Connecting with professionals in the field 🔸 Practicing for job interviews What’s your take on career counselling? Have you ever taken one? How was your experience? Share it in the comments. 

Is your next career move the right one? When it comes to judging your next job, what are the criteria? I've lost count of how many career sessions I've had with current students or alumni who come in saying, "I started updating my resume today, and tomorrow I'm going to apply to everything on LinkedIn because I can't take this job anymore/my manager anymore/ these clients anymore/ these business trips anymore, etc., and I'm just going to start applying." It feels for them like they are finally making a move, doing what they always wanted to do, putting themselves first. The common trap for those just wanting to escape their current job is that it presents itself as progress during a "get out" journey. It is their belief that leaving is itself a step forward and that any new opportunity will satisfy all of their needs. As long as they don't take the time to reflect on their motivations, different things they could imagine doing, their energy drainers and drivers, and the trade-offs they are willing to make, they will not truly understand what progress looks like for them, ultimately leading to regret. A striking number of recent MBA graduates, nearly a third, found themselves in roles they were unhappy with almost immediately. (MBA exchange statistics) So, if I am an HR leadership development person aimed at retaining talents for the organization or a career professor, giving career strategy development sessions, and knowing what driving forces are causing employees/ alumni to change jobs, what can I do about it? How I can support them to make progress in their careers and be satisfied with that progress? 1. I can start with brainstorming, encouraging them to explore 3-5 different career paths. 2. I can then discuss their energy drainers and energy drivers. 3. Afterward, I can help them identify the talents and strengths they want to utilize in their jobs. 4. Together, we can determine what trade-offs they are or are not willing to make with regard to their next career move. 5. Next, I can help them formulate 3-5 hypotheses about their future roles and motivate them to conduct market research to test their assumptions. 6. Lastly, to assist them in getting informational interviews, I can facilitate meetings with professionals currently in the roles they are considering.  It's no longer the case that we join an organization that dictates our career paths for us. We have the freedom to choose and to chart our own course instead. Let's discuss your experience/insights on this topic!

* বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় থেকে আরও ভালো স্নাতক তৈরিতে আমাদের (ইনুমেন্ট) ক্ষুদ্র প্রচেষ্টা * * Part of our contribution to building better graduates from the university * * The better tech professionals are created, the more mature the industry will be * Today, we had the incredible opportunity to empower the next generation of tech talent at Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB). Our three-hour session was packed with invaluable insights on crafting successful career paths in the software industry. From mastering communication skills to unlocking the secrets of job hunting and acing interviews, we covered it all! Session contents: 1. Exploring Career Paths: Discussing the Routes to Success in Software Engineering, and other career paths. 2. Navigating the Professional Landscape: Strategies and Advice for Freshers to Excel in Their Careers. 3. Essential Tech Tools: Introduction to Common Tech Platforms and Tools like Git, Bitbucket, and Jira. 4. Proficiency in Technological Domains: Building Skills in Frontend Development, Backend Development, Cloud Computing, Mobile Development, and Web Development. 5. Effective Communication and Project Management: Understanding the Importance of Communication Skills and Project Management in the Tech Industry. 6. Preparing for the Job Market: Tips and Tricks for Crafting Resumes, Acing Interviews, and Exploring Job Opportunities through Platforms like BDJobs, Company Career Pages, and LinkedIn. 7. Employer Expectations from Fresh Graduates: Insight into What Employers Seek from Entry-Level Candidates. At Inument, we're passionate about nurturing talent and helping individuals reach their full potential. Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming initiatives to support budding professionals on their journey to success! #Inument #EmpoweringFutureTechLeaders #CareerDevelopment #CommunityContribution

*New* from @OECD Career Readiness: Innovation in career pathways across five countries https://lnkd.in/errcekp9 Career Pathway programmes allow students to engage in intense career exploration and preparation while still in general secondary education. Through Career Pathways, students are offered something different: programmes which are often delivered over 1-2 days a week, rich in work-related learning and work-based learning and focused on vocational areas, rather than academic subjects.  Spending the rest of the week in traditional schooling, students keep their options for the future open while becoming better placed for transitions into possible post-secondary employment, education or vocational training related to a field of personal interest.  Historically participation in such programmes has been strongly associated with better employment outcomes for young people. In this new working paper, Paul Herdman (US not-for-profit Rodel) and OECD colleagues provide a first international comparative study of Career Pathways, exploring innovations in their design and delivery in five predominantly Anglophone countries (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Scotland and the United States). Key themes include discussion of approaches designed to broaden the attractiveness of such programmes to all students and how employers are being deeply engaged in provision. Drawing on study visits to each of the countries, the paper provides insights into forms of educational provision which are growing in popularity, but remain under researched. In the comments section below, you will find links to blogs and podcasts which share first-hand insights from policy makers, practitioners and students involved in new Career Pathway programmes.