DISCOVER YOUR CAREER OPTIONS
BUDDING ENTREPRENEURS If you fancy starting your own business or working in a young and dynamic environment, entrepreneurship may be for you. You can begin preparing yourself for it in school, but keep in mind though — while this path may not be for everyone, it still offers a valuable unique experience and opportunities for growth.
Benefits of entrepreneurship
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Available incubators and limitless opportunities
With entrepreneurship now more viable to students and graduates than ever before, there is no shortage of opportunities and incubators available to students. Hopefuls can turn to Platform E for a one-year programme called IntensE — which integrates idea incubation, entrepreneurship and startup acceleration —and leverage on one-to-one mentorship from venture investors and early-stage venture companies.
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Becoming a jack of all trades
As the job descriptions in startups are so fluid, you will quickly learn how to wear many hats and try different job roles. This serves as good exposure at the beginning of your career, so take the chance to learn as much as you can while gaining experience. More than that, the opportunity to be part of something new, exciting and possibly big can open doors for you in the future.
Networking
Getting involved in the scene brings a myriad of peers and mentors who have similar careers and lifestyles. You will get to expand your professional network by leaps and bounds — not just with like-minded individuals but potential partners and clients, too!
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