“How can I improve my chances of success?” “How can I make my application stand out?” “What industry am I best suited to?” “Where am I going wrong?”
During my first few months at Inspiring these were common questions from applicants that would present themselves on a daily basis. Questions which I gradually learnt the secrets to, leading to my work on the ’graduate weapons‘ series; a collection of blogs that dissects our key sectors (analytics, digital, events management & hospitality, graphic & web design, human resources, marketing, mobile, PR, sales and the third sector) and identifies the desirable characteristics for candidates in each industry.
These blogs were designed to give fresh graduates a helping hand through revealing our insight into what makes a good candidate, providing you with the weapons you need to stand-out from the crowd.
Analytics
So you’re good with numbers, but unsure of where your skills can take you? We take a look beyond the horizons of accounting and finance, and open your eyes to the places that your skills can carry you (with useful tips to help you on your way) in our graduate weapons for attacking the job hunt in analytics.
Digital
Tech-savvy civilians are in heavy demand in the job market of today, there’s no doubt about that. Whilst there may be a significant increase in digital career avenues, digital is fast becoming second nature to the younger generation. The result? A need to keep one step ahead of the game. Take note of these top graduate weapons to fight off that growing competition.
Events management & hospitality
Making the transition from university to career can be a tricky one. You’ve got the foundations down; you’re a social butterfly with expert organisational skills, you’re the master of party organising with a few successful nights to your name. Your dream of a career in events is in sight, but you’re not the only one in the running. You need to differentiate yourself somehow? Here’s how.
Graphic & web design
You’ve got the skills and degree in the bag, now you have to prove to your future employer how you’re better than the rest. We dig into all aspects of a desirable design candidate in this graduate weapons, from your portfolio, to the characteristics and experience our clients look for. Aspiring designers, look no further!
Human resources
HR has its place in every sector, bringing a wealth of opportunities to graduates that are keen to work with people. Here to help push your CV to the top of the pile is our combination of industry must-haves, application advice and interview tips. Get stuck in!
Marketing
Seemingly the most popular of all. With crowds of grads looking for a slice of the marketing pie, application diversity is imperative. Marketing has little boundaries, there’s no specific degree type to qualify candidates: the key is in your skills and characteristics. Recognise what makes you different, learn about the growing importance of digital, and how to identify and promote those attributes employers are looking for right here.
Mobile
If you have a passion for all things mobile then a career in this fast evolving industry would seem like a good fit for you. However, you’ll need a little more than interest as your weapon. Strengthen your chances and add a few more strings to your CV bow by taking a read of this graduate weapons blog.
PR
Public relations? Want to know more about the opportunities that lie within and how best to successfully grasp these? We have you covered with our PR career bible: industry essentials and should-haves, targeting your application and the type of interview questions to expect – it’s all in there.
Sales
Confident? Curious? Ambitious? You’ve got the essential characteristics nailed for a career in sales, but you’ll need more than that to be a success. Our graduate weapons for sales delves deeper into the bag, looking at what should be on your CV, how to target your application and the types of interview questions you can expect. Find out more here.
Third sector
Competition for graduate positions within the third sector is unsurprisingly rife, with more and more graduates looking to job satisfaction over monetary gain. It’s therefore essential when applying, that you ensure you’re ahead of the pack! Which is where our expertise come in. Our helpful insight into the industry, the career opportunities that lie within, and how best to score these should act as your golden ticket. Get reading.
Inspired by the above? Take a trip over to our vacancies page where you can view all our internship and graduate job opportunities by industry. Find something of interest? Perfect your application using our tips and you’ll be on your way to career success!
Hannah is a Digital Marketing Executive at Inspiring. She tweets about all things golden here: @hlcroberts and pins all things pretty here: gildthelilly. You can also connect with Hannah on Google+
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Image credits
Wonder Woman designed by Matt Harmon from the Noun Project
Wolverine Claws designed by Alen Krummenacher from the Noun Project
Rock N Roll designed by Ryan Beck from the Noun Project
Bat designed by Adam Heller from the Noun Project
Iron Man Repulsor designed by Alen Krummenacher from the Noun Project
Ripped Pants designed by Alen Krummenacher from the Noun Project
Terminator designed by Yorlmar Campos from the Noun Project
Wonder Woman designed by Ben King from the Noun Project
