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Advice from others  Although some advice I’ve discovered isn’t helpful due to generational differences, some tips I’ve acquired have been particularly helpful.  Firstly, if you’re unsure on your career path, or where to start, the National Careers Service has some helpful information as long as advertisements for some apprenticeships. I spoke to a careers advisor who talked me through my CV and helped me with some key tips: - Keep it short and sweet- no more than two pages. -Ensure when handing it over to an employer it is Word or PDF format -Employment history must be in chronological order with your latest job at the top -No personal information such as address/telephone number These are some short tips to bare in mind- however overall I’ve learnt to write punctually and to lack detail. Write down basic employment history and skills acquired, as well as noting your IT literacy as this was something I nearly forgot! If you have time, speak to an advisor as they can give you h...

Preparing for “The Real World ” During sixth form and secondary school, I received lots of helpful information and advice deciding on my future. However, most advice were for those choosing University. There was new information such as finances and accommodation for them to learn about, but this left those unsure about their career path in the dark. University was pressed onto us as the right decision to make, although it isn’t for everybody. I struggled deciding where my future will lead, so University was not an option when you aren’t sure which degree to choose.  So, I left sixth form unsure of my career path, feeling unprepared. Once I had decided on the television industry as my chosen career path, I thought I’d feel relief. But, I was still left blind.  Without the connections and help of teachers and advisors, where do you kickstart your career? The one thing school did not prepare me for, is the isolation you feel when you have nobody to talk to after years of advisors...