I recently completed a series of Shaping Attitudes for the workplace sessions and realised some of the students would have benefited from some of the interview tips I will share today. I don’t cover it because I assume a full session specifically on interview tips will be organised and keen not to duplicate that workshop. [...]
We all talk about how powerful the internet is, and if you are like me that uses social media, we are acutely aware how much we can achieve in business and personally. I am however cautious with what I say on twitter and on my facebook business page. I try to keep some views offline [...]
If you work with young people preparing for apprenticeships/work placements, here are 5 quick tips I share on the Shaping Attitudes workshop you may find handy: 1. Getting along with people – young people are used to ‘hanging’ out with their friends – people they like; but they should realise the workplace is a mixture [...]
I am looking forward to 2011. For me, it is another year running Shaping Attitudes; as it is always a privilege working with young people; and with this programme, supporting them as they go on possibly their 1st workplace experience. From past delivery in mostly Further Education/Sixth Form Colleges, I have found that most young [...]
I am fortunate to do what I do – always opportunities to learn for me but more importantly, add value to the quality of a young person’s life. One of three programmes I run is Shaping Attitudes and it targets 16-19 year olds starting work placements, apprenticeships or internships; improving their employability skills. The programme [...]
