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The Career Catalyst
How one boy generated his career opportunities
This is the story of how a teenager applied the principles of Planned Happenstance. The result? He is moving closer to achieving his ideal career. This example eloquently illustrates how we could all achieve greater career fulfilment.
The magic formula for a fulfilling career
Career fulfilment comes from experimentation, exploration and following your curiosity. By keeping an open mind, remaining flexible and persisting you will be well-positioned to seize the opportunities that come your way.
How to create a successful personal brand
You are your brand. As Jeff Bezos says: ‘Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room.’ Understand how others perceive you. Decide what you want to cultivate and what needs work. Develop your authentic personal power.
Harness your values to make career choices
Understanding yourself and what’s important to you makes career decision making easier. Prioritising your values creates a helpful template to explore possible career options.
How to make the shortlist
Three key ways to increase your chances of making the shortlist: research, presenting your information succinctly and tailoring your application to meet the job specification.
How to behave when you don’t get the job
Rejection can feel deeply personal. However, how you handle your emotions can make or break your career.
3 careers podcasts to make you ponder
Immersing yourself in a podcast is a uniquely personal experience. Finding those that resonate can lead to valuable learning opportunities, offer insights and also provide high-quality entertainment.
How to identify jobs that give you meaning
Covid has led many people to re-evaluate their lives, seeking meaning in either paid employment or leisure. What questions are helpful in determining what kinds of work will provide you with meaning?
5 of the best FREE careers questionnaires
Despite all the current doom and gloom, there is a current skills shortage. Many recruiters are unable to fill vacancies. Careers questionnaires can help identify what you have to offer. You may be well-placed to take advantage of the opportunities available.
Develop your career: increase your visibility
To increase your visibility, own your accomplishments. Network with senior staff. Find a sponsor. Seek opportunities that will stretch and grow you.
Feel good: choose the right kind of fun
How much fun are you having? Are you engaged in activities that, while scary, are exhilarating, or idly scrolling through social media laughing at cat videos? Contemplate the kinds of fun you are having. You can then decide which give you the greatest pay back and do more of them.
How to be happy: stop trying to manage time
We are all going to die. Filling our days with relentless busy-ness will certainly distract us from this fact. Investing time in the people and things we care about will give us greater personal meaning than the relentless pursuit of any ‘to do’ list.