‘Can I have a free pen?’ is the number 1 most annoying question employers are asked at University of Warwick careers fairs. We know because, after the careers fair on May 8th, we asked them. Now don’t misunderstand me – I love a free pen as much as the next person who loves a free … Continue reading
Mentoring is not the same as coaching, teaching or training. It is a relationship, initiated and led by you, the ‘mentee’ to enhance your personal and professional development. If you need an ally in your battle for a competitive job and want someone to champion your success, a mentor could be the answer. Continue reading
The Summer careers fair takes place at the University of Warwick on May 8th. Whether you are a first year or a finalist you will know that this is an event you can and perhaps should attend. Indeed, you often see employer events and think ‘why should I, what is the point in attending?’ Well…there … Continue reading
LinkedIn can be used in many different ways, from being your professional profile to show the world you are worth employing, to contacting people who might give you good information about roles you are applying for, connecting with employers or people who might help you on your career path right through to actually being head-hunted. Continue reading
As the long summer break draws to a close, your last term at university may seem to be somewhat of a distant memory, a blur of celebrations, (hopefully) successes and, in some cases, challenges. Continue reading
Congratulations! You got the A Level results and you’re off to University next month. For many of you it will be the beginning of your life as an independent adult. It’s a really exciting time and it’s important to get off to a good start, so, how can you set yourself up for the future … Continue reading
This is a notoriously difficult profession to enter and it’s always great to hear success stories. Here are seven top tips from James Cotton. James is a Warwick Film and TV Studies alumnus, with his own successful film production business. He is currently working on his second feature film. He came back to Warwick recently to … Continue reading
