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We know - it's hard when you are unsure of which course to take and you've got no one to ask. With these programmes organised by NYC and our partners, you’ll be able to meet professionals in various industries and youths on the same journey as you.
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1-on-1 Career Mentorship with Linklaters
Key takeaways
The recent session offered a fresh, personalized approach to exploring career options through mentorship and connection. With a safe space and supportive mentors, participants benefited from a human library panel featuring Linklaters professionals, and small group mentoring sessions, allowing them to gain clarity on their goals and discovered practical ways to map out their next steps.
Human Library Panel: Key Takeaways for Youth
Starting Your Corporate Journey
Build Your Foundation
- Focus on practical skills: critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and growth mindset
- Master the basics of your field before moving forward
- Develop a problem-solving mindset—move beyond just academics to real-world application
Be Someone People Want to Work With
- Practice humility and learn to collaborate with diverse personalities
- Stay in touch with your personal values to guide your career choices
- Solution-oriented attitudes make you stand out
While You're Still in School
Balance is Everything
- Push yourself academically, but don't skip living your life
- Engage in clubs, activities, social connections, and part-time work
- Be strategic about where you invest your energy
Grow Your Network
- Stay open to different experiences and connections: these relationships may help you
- in unexpected ways later
Thriving in Your Career
Stay Adaptable
- The world keeps changing—embrace it rather than resist it
- There's always more to learn, even years into your career
- Be open to opportunities you hadn't initially considered
Leverage Your Strengths
- Use your skills and strengths to guide your next moves
- Stay curious about using tools like AI to boost productivity
- Be thoughtful and careful with technology to avoid mistakes
Mindset Matters Most
Three Core Principles:
1. Resilience
- You can't control what happens, but you control your response
2. Openness
- Be wide in your experiences and humble enough to learn
3. Coachability
- Stay teachable and people will invest in your growth
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