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Whether it’s exploring career options, knowing what questions will come up in an interview or wondering if you’ll be offered the job, career journeys can be full of twists and turns and with that, comes a big dose of uncertainty. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Uncertainty is a part of everyday life but we know that COVID-19 is adding to the mix for many of us. Managing the unknowns is a natural part of any career journey & it is still possible to do this now, even in these more challenging times. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
In this thread we offer some tips taken from our recent blog 'Managing uncertainty when it comes to careers' https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2020/05/21/managing-uncertainty-when-it-comes-to-careers/ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Check in with yourself
Acknowledge your concerns & what's important to you. Consider how you're managing daily life & studies – for some exams will take a front seat & that’s ok. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
It’s important to feel ready to start thinking about career planning, rather than rushing into it. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Take the pressure off
You may have had a specific post-study plan, or perhaps one emerged during your studies. Plans can be helpful & serve an important purpose to help you get from A to B but try not to hold yourself too closely to a set plan. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
If your original plan shifts a bit now it doesn’t mean it’s gone for good by any means. Consider some alternatives and see them as a stepping-stone. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Your sphere of influence
List elements in your career journey (or life more widely) that you can control, those you can influence and finally, those you can’t control. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
You can...
control: proactively reaching out to contacts via LinkedIn
influence: your likelihood of learning about new unadvertised roles via building your networks
can't control: whether your original target company is hiring. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
control: proactively reaching out to contacts via LinkedIninfluence: your likelihood of learning about new unadvertised roles via building your networkscan't control: whether your original target company is hiring. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Focus on your areas of control and influenceOnce you have your different zones mapped out, hone in on each individual element and break these down into manageable short and long term goals.#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Whilst focusing on where you can have impact, be mindful of the amount of time you’re dedicating to the process and make sure you’re balancing this with other aspects of your life too, be that studies, dissertation or leisure time too. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Accept and manage what is out of your control
Name and accept what is out of your control and think about the ways you engage with these aspects. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Draw from the past and look ahead
Sometimes, to help steer your way through a current challenge, it can be helpful to reflect on challenges you’ve handled in the past. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Tapping into our experiences and inner strength, gives us the confidence to meet new challenges and this time is no different. Of course, there might also be things you would do differently and this too can be a great way to adapt. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
As well as looking back, looking ahead is important too. Visualise yourself five years from now and imagine yourself looking back on this period. Creating some mental distance between the present creates a different perspective. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
Use the support systems around you
The community around you can be a valuable support. Whether it’s LSE Careers, Student Wellbeing Service ( @LSE_SSC) or your friends & family, connecting with others can help you realise you're not alone. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE
If you'd like to discuss anything careers-related you can book a one-to-one appointment: http://careers.lse.ac.uk or if you’d like to chat to someone more generally about how you’re feeling, there is lots of support on offer from LSE: https://info.lse.ac.uk/current-students/Assets/Articles/mental-health-awareness-week #HealthyLSE #MHAW
Have a read of the full post over on our blog: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2020/05/21/managing-uncertainty-when-it-comes-to-careers/ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE #PartofLSE
