Preparing you for the future world of business
There are still jobs out there, but the landscape has changed dramatically. Investing time into professional careers support can help you to stay on top of changes, learn how to be adaptable and creative, market your sought-after skills, increase your digital presence and use every network contact that you have.
5 Tips to increase your employability (and stay sane!) in a Covid-19 world
Clarify and learn to articulate your personality type, strengths and values so you can develop a strong career plan and present well in the labour market. See Career Planning, for resources for help with this.
Use free online learning opportunities to address skills gaps – new opportunities are emerging daily. Some ideas include LinkedIn Learning, Coursera, Skillshare. Careers Consultants at Griffith are happy to meet with you online to assist with identifying skills gaps (and more!). See Make an Appointment.
Build your network. Consider connecting via LinkedIn or following industry professionals you admire on Twitter or Instagram. You can still connect via Skype, Zoom or Meet. Learn how to do an Informational Interview. See how the Griffith Industry Mentoring Program could help you to make meaningful connections within your industry. Take a look at Develop Your Employability for more ideas.
Knowledge is power. Research employers and career options within your industry, including small to medium organisations you might not have heard of. For many industries, a new normal is likely to emerge – what might this look like and how could you contribute? See Find a Job for resources.
Polish your presentation. Now is the time to give your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile and interview skills a tune-up (or overhaul!) so that you are ready to hit the ground running when opportunities open up in your industry. See our Applying for Jobs resources, post your resume online for feedback and feel free to make an online appointment for further suggestions.