10 strategies for career success
by Wendy How,
Career & Attachment Office, NTU, Singapore
Early preparation is key to aid you in mastering your job applications. Before you know it, you will find yourself in the midst of searching for the best internship and applying to your ideal profession. Here are some strategies you could undertake early in your university life that can help you achieve career success..
1. Explore Who You Are
Confusion in deciding an industry or profession arises when you lack a clear understanding of your career interests and motivations. The key is in exploring what you like, what you are strong in, what you value and what motivates you in a career. Besides attempting career assessment tools, self-reflection on past experiences and talking to family and friends are some ways to help you clarify your skills, interests, competencies and weaknesses.
University is the best time in your life to engage in all sorts of new and exciting experiences. Seize opportunities to try out new activities to learn more about your like, dislikes, interests and strengths. You may discover new aspects of yourself or reaffirm what you already know.
3. Plan Your Experiences
It is an essential to be prudent with your time in university so plan ahead for the upcoming semesters and holidays. Scan and research the activities that can help you improve your skills and gain experiences. Such activities could be part-time jobs, CCAs, volunteer work, a new hobby or learning a new language. Identify time needed and requirements you need to fulfil i.e. additional credits load for semesters. By planning ahead, you get to curate the experiences more efficiently.
