A virtual gradation perfectly fits an internet advanced world but it’s happening for all the wrong reasons. COVID-19 has altered the meaning of a new start for those graduating into 2020. It’s fair to say that these students had no idea what was coming.
The same things that helped the world get closer ironically resulted in a global lockdown. This has changed how universities operate which has led to innumerable students leaving countries to be with their close ones.
The last year of university is truly special. It is the last milestone before racing towards the dreams of a career and success. Throughout 2020 so many have already graduated and stepped into a world completely toppled by the pandemic - all future planning almost erased by global uncertainty and fear.
The pandemic whispers of January spiraled into months of lockdown and now a new reality. Among many trends that followed, sadly, vast unemployment did too. The world suddenly stopped in its heels and decided to remain so until future notice. Closed until further notice!
Months have passed and now it's December. Hurray! The month of hope and cheer. Though this year is conflicting in that, we ask ourselves if it is now a luxury to celebrate the holidays, to celebrate a graduation? Or is it still possible to find that bit of cheer to get us going? The life of a graduate in 2020 has been full of unseen deterrents. Apart from the already competitive job market where you’re expected to have work experience fresh out of university, you are now also pitted against experienced professionals and shrinking job opportunities.
The last year of university is truly special. It is the last milestone before racing towards the dreams of a career and success. Throughout 2020 so many have already graduated and stepped into a world completely toppled by the pandemic - all future planning almost erased by global uncertainty and fear.
So with that degree in hand, are the new graduates still holding onto their big dreams?
The optimism seems hard to survive in the pandemic winter that is yet to pass. Still like most things in life we are forced to adapt. A survival instinct- it is a blessing that follows most tragedies. The last month of the year is for reminiscing about all the things you've accomplished, all that you haven't, but most importantly the things that you still can- this is the hope that comes while closing in on a brand-new year. So let me tell you something about the right start. Fresh out of university you look for it - the right start to a job and the right start to life. It is rarely easy and seldom quick. Months after graduating does not look as bright. We at 408 Consultancy understand that the COVID market especially affects new graduates. Our company was founded with a vision to aid individuals with brimming potential who need guidance navigating through this crisis. The degree in hand does not promise a new job. You start to see that it never really did. The job that you prepared for may no longer be available and you ask yourself where then do you go from here? We know the disappointments of uncounted applications sent and ignored. The name of the new degree starts to fade while reality reality sets in. Are you wondering where you’re going wrong or what the special ingredient to landing a job is? The answer to which is that it’s complicated. You are not alone yet you are unique in your journey because there is only one of you. It’s not solely about what it takes to get there but HOW! What it means is that how you choose to navigate through your career and learn the rules of this ever-changing game is significant to your path to landing that job you’re so passionate about or the job you didn’t know you wanted. It only takes a bit of guidance. Our consultancy helps you map a well-planned career. Doing this from the start may even save you years stuck in an unsatisfied job. Think of it as a map to your goals- the more thought-out, the easier your path, the better your chances at success.
So, listen life is not about the right time or place. It is about how you can make right of what is around you but most importantly what is in you.
Everyone starts somewhere. Yes, even the hiring manager who rejects your resume. The humanity in this seemingly rat-raced search can be found even with all the rejections, heartache and yearnings.
You can choose to own these struggles and unsurprisingly find insight, advice and guidance. There then you have found the holy grail. Not just ‘A’ right start but ‘THE’ right start built for you. We see your potential and originality, of what you can contribute in your journey of finding multiples starts because just one is overrated.
So, congratulations on your graduation whether it's on screen or at home. You made it through the ups and downs brought by numerous changing seasons. At last, you hold in your hand not a degree but proof of this survival, a mark of pride.
Rest assured our doors are open to guide you through the COVID job market and prepare you for what comes after.
Here at 408 Consultancy, you can find all the tools required to get you from point A to that dream point B. The path may not be easy but it is certainly attainable with all that we have to offer- from webinars to private sessions, LinkedIn profiles to resume building. Find everything you need in one place.
Commentaires