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Starting a business without an extended education
Our society often emphasises attaining a postgraduate degree in order to enter the business world. Yet, this doesn’t really mesh with the reality of the contemporary world we live in. For many people, traditional further education is prohibitively expensive — in 2021,...
How striving for 100 rejections landed me a job
Application after application, sleepless nights, rejections and constantly worrying about being good enough. We see our peers doing well and feel like an imposter while scrolling through Linkedin, questioning ourselves: what am I doing wrong? This is something we have...
The one question students need to ask to avoid burnout
I am fortunate to get to work with hundreds of incredible students every year. Sometimes this is in a supervisory capacity for paid roles, and at other times is coordinating the incredible current UTS student volunteers in our Peer Network program.One thing that...
Young and unemployed? 3 reasons why you’re not getting hired
You’ve just graduated from university. The grad cap sits nicely in the closet. But now— The pressure is to find a job that will help you jumpstart your career. You’ve already crafted a CV, perhaps even a cover letter, and you’ve been applying for jobs for quite a...
Make working from home bearable with a work BFF
Since March 2020, the number of Australians working from home has doubled, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics reporting 41% of people with a job now work from home at least once a week.When UTS Careers shifted to a hybrid model – providing staff the option for...
3 things I would do differently at university
I graduated from university many years ago. I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do for a career (Bachelor of Arts students – hello!) I had a handful of good friends picked up through being in the same classes, group projects and the odd night out. I was a ‘good’...
5 ways to prove you’re a great salesperson
If you're a salesperson getting ready for an interview, read this first. Use these helpful hints to learn how to PROVE your sales skills during the interview stage. 1. Demonstrate your communication abilitiesThe majority of salespeople will claim to have "exceptional...
How not to interview according to TikTok
Hi, my name's Lily and I'm a TikTok addict.The first step on the path to recovery is admitting you have a problem. I recently lost my phone and my second thought (straight after "whoever finds this phone will see the 12 million photos of my cat on my camera roll") was...
Myth-busting your career: misconceptions vs reality
It’s a confusing world out there when it comes to choosing the “right” career.Let’s break down three common misconceptions that might be holding you back. Myth #1: My uni degree / major will determine my career optionsReality: Here’s a little experiment – talk to...
A law graduate’s guide to a great family law career
Family law. It was not the exact career path I envisioned for myself as a law student at UTS. It may not be yours either - maybe you have your sights squarely set on a top-tier firm or government role.I get that. I dreamed of working internationally as a human rights...
Internships: the good, the bad, and the reality
When it comes to internships, there are lots of different opinions. Some people love them – hello professional experience, networking opportunities, and confidence building! Others might think of internships as a bit of waste of time, just a chance to get coffees for...
Make the most of mentoring
2020 was the gift that kept on giving – bushfires, Covid, lock downs, job market collapse, more lock downs and more recently flooding.After digging myself out from under the rubble of 2020’s trauma and devastation (high fives to any fellow parents out there), I felt a...
5 tips for job hunting before graduating
Graduating from uni is an exciting prospect. You are finally completing the transition from childhood to adulthood and almost ready to apply all the theoretical knowledge and practical training you've gained in a real-world setting. Everyone approaches this...
From shy to fly: networking tips for introverts
Have you ever walked into a Careers Fair or a networking event and found yourself too anxious to approach industry professionals or start conversations with unfamiliar faces? Well, you are not alone. Between one third and one half of all people are introverts,...
Explore you and your next career move with 10 easy questions
When you’re thinking about your next career move, or even reflecting on where you are today, these ten questions will get you thinking about who you are, where you are right now, and what you might want to try next in your career.Better understanding yourself (your...
Itchy feet, empty wallet? Teach English as a Foreign Language!
Travelling the world is an adventure many of us dream about. Unfortunately, often finances hold us back from acting on these dreams.So what if I told you that you can travel the world and earn money at the same time? Well you can, by teaching English as a Foreign...
Building business experience while still in uni
Balancing work, socialising and hobbies - all while still at uni - isn’t easy, so we wouldn’t blame you if gaining professional experience isn’t at the top of your list right now. However, upskilling doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, programs like Univative make...
How to design a career change
Bold career change stories are inspiring. We all know what it’s like to feel stuck, or in need of something new, but actually taking the steps to make a change is challenging. Seeing someone else take that leap can be a powerful motivator.I sat down with my friend and...