Dive into your Career

How do I stop comparing myself with others? Is comparison with others bringing you down? Making you feel sad? Insecure? Annoyed (at yourself and at their success - though of course you're likely to be happy for them too). But why? Why always them? Why not you? Ooooh - the realness! In this episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast, Gina Visram introduces you to a term she first learned fro...

This episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast is your reminder that even though you have just touched down at university and may not even have unpacked all of your bags as yet... the application cycle for some popular sectors is underway and you won't want to miss these opportunities.  Opportunities within the finance / banking / consulting sectors are open now (including spring weeks, in...

It's a new academic year... new energy... new possibilities... and a great time to talk about what you could be doing this academic year to positively move things forward in your career development. And that's exactly what this episode focuses on today: 8 ways to improve your career prospects this academic year.  Whether you are new to uni... end of high school... a new graduate - lots h...

Have you ever considered when is the best time to focus on your career (it's development, prospects and possibilities)? Now... I'd say the answer is now ... and there's good reason for this.  "CAREER (according to the UK Career Development Institute) describes our journey through life, learning and work. We need actively to develop our careers to make the best of them. This pro...

If you completed your GCSEs, A-Levels, IB, BTECs or your equivalent of these high school / secondary school exams - CONGRATS! You did it! In this crazy time of Covid which has turned so much of our world upside down - you completed these significant qualifications.  So what comes next for you?  (If you are a parent / key supporter of someone who did - this episode will be useful to you too).  In t...

In 2014, the United Nations General Assembly declared 15 July as World Youth Skills Day, to celebrate the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work and entrepreneurship. (Source: https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-youth-skills-day)  Inspired by World Youth Skills Day, in this episode of the podcast - Gina Visram encourages you to think about your s...

It's coming home... isn't it?! Admittedly inspired by the vibe surrounding the Euro2020 tournament (I know, right?!), this week's episode asks the question "Do you celebrate your wins" and (spoiler alert!) wholeheartedly inspires you to do so.  This episode does not consist of a "how to" or a step by step process but is an in the moment reflection of if we celebr...

What are you intending to do after you finish school and / or what were the options you considered?  In the past few years, in the UK, there have been an increasing number of options about what young people can do after school... beyond the traditional full time university route.  In this conversation with Anna Morrison from Amazing Apprenticeships and Conor Cotton from Not Going to Uni - we are r...

The Dive Into Your Career podcast is back and we are kicking off season 3 with an episode all about sorting out your summer... a summer that has the potential to be fun and purposeful now but also to have a major impact on your potential to access future opportunities. This isn't a pressure thing at all. It's not that what you do in summer 2021 will make or break your life chances - lol...

Are you neglecting to use one of the most powerful careers support resources at your fingertips?  Your university careers centre is a powerful resource that you have access to and in this episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast, Gina speaks to Barnaby Mollett, a Careers Consultant at the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE). Do feel free to engage with this topic (or indee...

Today's episode is all about passion projects and why you (yes, you) should have  one.  Check it out...  Do feel free to engage with this topic (or indeed with me) at any of the below: The Dive Into Your Career podcast page of the Your Career And Future website where you can also leave me a message suggesting a careers-related topic for a future episode Follow Your Career And Future on Instag...

Sometimes a few words convey the message that needs to be delivered. In this short, sharp and hopefully helpful episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast, Gina shares a quote which, for her,  is a guaranteed winner when it comes to stopping the excuses. So go on... play this episode again...  and again if it helps and remember how these words can soothe you, add some much needed perspective and...

In this episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast about "Diversity, Recruitment & Standing Out as a Jobseeker", Gina Visram is in conversation with Tobi Ogundipe of Diverse, a recruiter who is committed to supporting underrepresented young professionals in securing early-career roles with inclusive employers. His company Diverse. is a purpose-driven start-up, committed to democrat...

In this quick episode (albeit not less than 10 minutes as hoped!) - Gina Visram of Dive Into Your Career lists and briefly expands on 10 ways to find your first job. Spoiler alert: This process is not magic. Effort is needed. And chances are... following one of these ways isn't going to be nearly enough. Following as many as you can while keeping your sanity and ideally enjoying the process i...

TikTok is probably best known for dance vids, comedy, skits and all sorts of short, sharp amusing content that can make you smile and lift your spirits. Did you know however, that there are some awesome creators in the Careers space who are delivering awesome content on TikTok? Well... it's true and this episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast focuses on "Interesting Careers Mentors...

If your job search strategy is feeling pressured, stressful and maybe even a little boring - then this episode is one of a number coming up on the Dive Into Your Career podcast that you will. ahem, want to dive into! This episode is about using Using Clubhouse for Career (Search) Success. What is this Clubhouse you may ask? It's a new audio only app which at the time of publishing this episod...

We can spend so long ducking and diving, bobbing and weaving and going around in circles on the way to securing first jobs and internships that when an exciting role is secured we sigh in relief and celebrate... rightfully so.  All is well!  Hmmm... until it isn't.  Securing the job isn't the end of the story as upon starting the new role, worry, anxiety and even panic can set in about h...

Don't panic and go running for the hills! This is not a checklist of 7 things you must do this Easter, but in acknowledgement that your time is more your own during the holidays (e - it is some clear suggestions on what you could do. The shout-outs come thick and fast in this episode - in talking about awesome things to do to advance your career in this time. These include mention of platform...

In this episode (which she tried to talk herself out of recording due to not wanting to wade into the heightened opinions), Gina Visram is sharing her careers inspiration courtesy of that interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry by Oprah.  This episode doesn't feature commentary on the interview itself or the people involved but recognises how this discussion was loaded with ideas and ex...

It's time. Time to talk about your CV. To create it. Review it. Improve it. It's time.  As much as recruitment processes have evolved in some sectors, it remains true that your CV is essential... whether you are applying for work experience, a placement year or a graduate job. Even when organisations use an application form, some of them will ask for an attached CV as part of it.  Taking...

Hot on the heels of the last episode about "why" networking is essential, this episode goes into detail about the "how"... in 5 top networking tips for students and new graduates . Remember: Networking is about "relationship building" and meaningful connections. Tune in to this episode for 5 ideas of how you can do that... and guess what, the first one can start today...

Networking is essential for efficient career navigation and advancement... so important that the title isn't even posed as a question this time! Students... stop the scroll through your device and dive into this episode. For many who are succeeding and progressing in their career, potentially even securing jobs during the most challenging of economic times, opening doors to new opportunities...

Let's talk about apprenticeships! This episode of the Dive Into Your Career podcast focuses on apprenticeships in the UK. What is an apprenticeship? How do they work? Who is eligible? Is there a minimum and maximum age? What is better... a degree or apprenticeship? (Spoiler alert: One of the most exciting apprenticeship options combines the two!)  Apprenticeships are a job. Real world experie...

As a huge fan of the professional network LinkedIn, it is time for us to begin the discussion about why you, as a student en route to employment, should have a presence on the professional network, LinkedIn. The vision of LinkedIn is to "create economic opportunity for every member of the global workforce" (yes - that will include you!) and at the time of recording, there are nearly 740...

Sometimes the seemingly  basic questions are the points that are the most important to explore. Today's episode looks at "How do I find a job?" It is a question which some of the brightest students you could hope to come across ask, and as such a useful question and answer to share here. How do I find a job? (How to find a job) In this episode, there are 7 different methods listed i...