Kicking off this week with a trip to school to talk to KS3 students about education and career paths – which got me thinking, what did I wish I’d been told at that age? 🔍 Look for helpers – Find mentors/inspiring people willing to help you find what you want to do (and don't worry if you've got no idea!). Surrounding yourself with supportive people is key. 📗 Education vs On-the-job training – When I was in school there was a huge emphasis on getting a University education. Which was the path I ended up going down but looking back placement and on-the-job training would have been equally valuable without the heavy £££ fees.* ❤️ Find your passion – Find a job or create a path that makes you happy. “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” - Mark Twain What would you have wanted to know? *A heavy caveat, having a degree is what helped me secure my job at Venture Stream in the beginning. I started on a Graduate Scheme as employee number one almost 10 years ago! [Picture description: A young primary-school-age Adele with butterfly face paint. Plus a sweater shop t-shirt for top nostalgia.]
Cute! I wish I'd been told more about non-degree routes too. Although, that's where I met my husband and the amazing Ruth Ayling so I have no regrets! 😂
Thomas Gleeson 🦸
9mo
Such relatable advice! Thanks for sharing 🌟
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9moIconic Adele! I wish I was told about the alternative paths to a job too. The worst thing about finishing uni after 3 years was being asked for 2 years of experience on every single job application 🙃