This may be because you are already in the working world and have the confidence to talk about the soft skills that you have learnt that can be transferred to the new position. Some say “it’s easier to get another job once you are in one you are already employed”. If this is an option that you really can’t deal with plan an exit strategy and give yourself a deadline of how long you want to stay there. There are many upsides too home-cooked food, constant company and you’ll also be able to save for your own place. Move Back HomeĪfter spending three or more years living on your own, the idea of moving back home can be quite tough. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience so don’t put it off if you do have the time and resources. Once you sign your life away to a working contract you’ll have 25 days (at most) to travel not really enough time to cross borders. If your life-long dream has been to backpack around South America or travel to Australia, now is the time to do it. The last thing you’d want are debt-collectors knocking at your mum and dads for an electricity bill you forgot to pay. What I do mean are any IOU’s or housing bills that are still in your name.
I’m not talking about your student loan (that’ll be taken directly out of your wage once you earn the correct amount). Many young students chase a paycheck, but you’ll always end up wanting more, and will wind up miserable in the process. The important thing is to find where your passion lies and choose a job that gives you meaning. Don’t feel guilty – many graduates never end up working in their chosen field.
You’ve just graduated with a psychology degree and realised that you actually don’t want to go down that career path. To avoid feeling down in the dumps, arrange something exciting that you can look forward to once a week. A spokesperson for BACP “stressed that these feelings are extremely common and nothing to be scared or ashamed of but that it ‘doesn’t mean you have to put up with them’.” The truth is that the fun doesn’t have to stop at university if anything it will only get better as you’ll have the opportunity to make new acquaintances and experience different things in life. Post-uni depression is on the rise, yet, many graduates find it hard to talk about it. If you’re not ready to leave the comfort of university life and want to continue studying, why not look into a post-graduate degree? Make sure that you choose a subject that will enhance your employability and will teach you skills that you haven’t already learnt in your degree. The only set-back is that most placements are unpaid, so if you can’t afford to not work, this option might not be suitable for you. They can help you get a foot in the door at your favourite organisation and will teach you heaps about the industry and skills that are needed. Internships are a great way to break into the working world. On the other hand, if it fails, you’ll have learnt great transferable skills that will help you secure a decent job, and you can literally only move up from being at the bottom. You’re at your prime with fresh ideas and heaps of confidence you might have also been smart and saved part of your student loan to fund your brilliant idea. This is a risk to take, but after graduation is probably the best time to take it as you have nothing to lose. “ Being a small fish in a big pond isn't right for everyone and you can still get good training and future prospects in smaller companies.” 2.
Philippa Hardie, a careers consultant at the University of Chester, suggests looking for graduate roles with small and medium-sized enterprises too. If you’re eager to face the working world head on you should start by applying for a graduate job although the competition is high these roles are designed for people like you, fresh out of studies. If you’re feeling a bit lost, here are 20 tips to follow to get your life on track after university: 1.
But, now what? You’re probably wondering where to begin and how to tackle the world and use all the knowledge you’ve acquired.
Stepping out of the university bubble can be daunting for any young professional for the past three or four years you’ve known what to expect every step of the way and have had guidance and support throughout.