Your SIM Student Journey

Discovery

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The key for growth lies in the discovery stage. Discovery encompasses a blend of self-discovery, as well as awareness of the market.

Build on your strengths, and navigate your weaknesses.

As you learn more about yourselves and the world around you, you will be better equipped to find your footing and have confidence in pursuing your aspirations.

Questions to ask yourself:

• Who am I through the lens of others?

• What are the career choices out there?

• What are the careers suitable for me?

• Where do I fit in?

• How do I find my “sweet spot”?

• How do I get there?

Development

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Now that you have good knowledge about yourselves, and feeling the pulse of the industries, it is time to identify areas of development. You need to answer to the requirements of the working world, by learning new skills, developing and demonstrating strong attributes about yourself.

Questions to ask yourself:

• What are the skills required for my aspired career choice?

• What are employers looking out for?

• How do I make myself known?

• How do I hone and develop these skills?

Deployment

The finishing point is in sight, the end is near and it is time for the final push. Some rough edges need to be polished, and anxiety might start creeping in.

Let us be with you on this finishing lap.

Questions to ask yourself:

• How do I crystallise all that I have achieved during my time here?

• Where can I build a network?

• Am I doing it right, or is there a “blind spot” that I should be aware of?

• Where can I find opportunities?

• Is there a strategy in job hunting?