How I manage anxiety and nerves to navigate job interviews
November 12, 2024
By Havanah Virtue-James Image by Tumisu from Pixabay Using my experience with anxiety and job interview nerves, I have reflected and now practice what works best for me in managing them. What is interview anxiety? It is normal for anyone to get nervous during an interview, even a couple or several hours before. A person …
My experience of balancing part-time work and uni
October 10, 2024
By Zoe Waite, liberal arts student. Image by Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay There are several reasons why someone may choose to work alongside their degree, to gain experience and extra funds or even to make new friends. I began working throughout the academic year primarily to support myself financially at university and rely less on people …
Are you allowing self-doubt to sabotage your true potential?
August 27, 2024
By Rebecca Smith, pharmacy student Starting university can be a huge challenge, and the thought of doing a degree and not having a graduate job to walk into is one of my biggest worries. “I have no experience in this area of the industry, why would they want me?”, “Why would an employer want a …
Prioritising your wellbeing throughout your career journey
June 6, 2024
By Hemakshi Soni, sociology and social policy student © via Unsplash by Brooke Cagle In today’s fast-paced world, it can be easy to get overwhelmed with jobs, the pressure to exceed, meet deadlines and achieve career milestones. This can sometimes lead us to neglect our health so it is crucial to prioritise your physical and mental well-being …
Empowerment through professional boundaries
April 9, 2024
By Hemakshi Soni, sociology and social policy student – © via Unsplash by Brooke Cagle Starting a new job can be a daunting experience but learning how to protect yourself and set boundaries can help you navigate challenging situations, prioritise your wellbeing as well as maintain professionalism and respectfulness. Professional boundaries include physical, emotional, spiritual …
Mastering day one: Overcoming new job jitters
January 30, 2024
By Hemakshi Soni, BA Sociology and Social Policy © via Unsplash by Desola Lanre-Ologun So, you’ve cleared the initial application, nailed the nerve-wracking interview and you’ve secured a position at a placement or a job and now it’s time for your first day. First of all, congratulations! This is a big achievement and it is …
What Is the Soundtrack to Your Career?
July 20, 2023
By Amy Liscoe, psychology student If you’re anything like me there probably isn’t a day that goes by that you don’t listen to music. It wakes me up each morning, plays in my headphones throughout the day, and often creeps in again when I’m off to bed. Music is such a huge part of my …
Kindness: The Workplace Superpower!
March 21, 2023
By Hannah Woolley, Careers and Employability Consultant Being kind doesn’t often feature in lists of what graduate employers look for, nor does it tend to appear in many job descriptions or person specifications, yet offering kindness can be a powerful force for good in the workplace. We asked two brilliant UoN alums to share their …
The Role Sport Played in Developing My Career Skills
September 13, 2022
By Josh Borlant, Economics student During school years, I had always been involved in sport, playing football, rugby and golf for respective first teams, as well as externally for local clubs and at county level. Having come to university, I chose to carry on playing football and I haven’t looked back. I’ve had an incredible …
Managing Interview Stress With Mindfulness Meditation
September 7, 2022
By Maisy Sheldon, Biotechnology with Industrial Year student Sweaty palms, elevated heart rate, racing thoughts, and the inability to focus are common symptoms of interview stress and anxiety. For those who have limited or no interviewing experience, preparing for and doing an interview may be nerve-racking. Interviews are uncomfortable and one of the most difficult …
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