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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 & #39;Managing uncertainty when it comes to careers& #39; https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2020/05/21/managing-uncertainty-when-it-comes-to-careers/">https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2... #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE

Managing uncertainty when it comes to careers | LSE Careers blog

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

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2020/05/21/managing-uncertainty-when-it-comes-to-careers/

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="1⃣" title="Keycap digit one" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit one"> Check in with yourself

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="💭" title="Thought balloon" aria-label="Emoji: Thought balloon">Acknowledge your concerns & what& #39;s important to you. Consider how you& #39;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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="2⃣" title="Keycap digit two" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit two"> Take the pressure off

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🗺️" title="World map" aria-label="Emoji: World map">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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="3⃣" title="Keycap digit three" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit three"> Your sphere of influence

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🟡" title="Yellow circle" aria-label="Emoji: Yellow circle">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...

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🔵" title="Blue circle" aria-label="Emoji: Blue circle">control: proactively reaching out to contacts via LinkedIn

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🟣" title="Purple circle" aria-label="Emoji: Purple circle">influence: your likelihood of learning about new unadvertised roles via building your networks

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="⚫️" title="Black circle" aria-label="Emoji: Black circle">can& #39;t control: whether your original target company is hiring. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="4⃣" title="Keycap digit four" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit four"> Focus on your areas of control and influence

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🔵" title="Blue circle" aria-label="Emoji: Blue circle">Once 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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🟣" title="Purple circle" aria-label="Emoji: Purple circle">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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="5⃣" title="Keycap digit five" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit five"> Accept and manage what is out of your control

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="☮️" title="Peace symbol" aria-label="Emoji: Peace symbol">Name and accept what is out of your control and think about the ways you engage with these aspects. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="6⃣" title="Keycap digit six" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit six"> Draw from the past and look ahead

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🔮" title="Crystal ball" aria-label="Emoji: Crystal ball">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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="💪" title="Flexed biceps" aria-label="Emoji: Flexed biceps">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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🔭" title="Telescope" aria-label="Emoji: Telescope">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

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="7⃣" title="Keycap digit seven" aria-label="Emoji: Keycap digit seven">Use the support systems around you

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="🫂" title="People hugging" aria-label="Emoji: People hugging">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& #39;re not alone. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE

https://abs.twimg.com/emoji/v2/... draggable="false" alt="➡️" title="Rightwards arrow" aria-label="Emoji: Rightwards arrow">If you& #39;d like to discuss anything careers-related you can book a one-to-one appointment: http://careers.lse.ac.uk"> 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">https://info.lse.ac.uk/current-s... #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/">https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2... #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #HealthyLSE #PartofLSE

Managing uncertainty when it comes to careers | LSE Careers blog

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

https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/careers/2020/05/21/managing-uncertainty-when-it-comes-to-careers/

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