Groundwork
Description
Whether you are simply curious about different career pathways, currently choosing your subjects for Years 11 and 12, or preparing to enter the workforce soon, this book was written for you.
We know it can be overwhelming to think about the working world out there, but the good news is, there are practical tools, useful resources and knowledgeable people to help you navigate your first move with confidence and optimism. You might not know what you want to do as a career just yet, but rest assured, you have skills and talents that are of value to the world. No exceptions. We're here to help you discover what those are, and start planning for a working life that will best suit you.
By reading this book and undertaking some self-exploration as you go along, you are laying the groundwork for the first step in your career-planning journey.
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Content
Foreword - 1
About This Book - 2
How to Use This Book - 5
Why You Should Read This Book - 7
Chapter 1. It's All About YOU - 13
Your Environment Matters - 13
Your Identity - 15
Socioeconomic Status - 18
Do What Interests You - 19
Think About Your Purpose - 22
Stay Open-Minded About Your Options - 26
Become Aware of Your Inner Critic - 27
Being Ambitious... Or Not - 29
Being Authentically Yourself - 31
Educational Environments - 33
Defining Success - 36
Key Takeaways - 39
Chapter 2. Your Emotions and Feelings - 41
Thinking and Feeling - Together - 41
Handling the Overwhelm - 43
Waiting for the 'Right' or 'Perfect' Time to Begin - 45
Taking Action Under Pressure - 47
Fear of Change - 49
Living With Your Fears - 51
Hello, Impostor Syndrome - 53
Failure and Rejection - 55
'Looks Good' vs 'Feels Good' - 57
Prioritising Happiness and Connection - 59
Key Takeaways - 61
Chapter 3. Your Behaviours - 63
Being Proactive Is Essential - 63
Avoid Using 'Should' - 65
Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone - 67
You Can Always Change Your Mind - 69
It's Okay to Quit - 71
Natural Talent vs Hard Work - 73
Life/work Balance - 75
Key Takeaways - 77
Chapter 4. Your Influencers - 79
Your Family Life - 79
Your Friends - 83
Your Coaches, Mentors and Teachers - 86
Seeking Out Role Models - 88
Identifying Barriers to Entry - 90
Taking Thoughtless Remarks to Heart - 92
Our Basic Desire to Belong - 95
Finding Your Community - 96
Comparison, Competition and Being Cool - 98
Shaping Your Reputation - 100
Key Takeaways - 103
Chapter 5. The World of Work - 105
The Workplace - 105
Work and Fun... Together Forever - 111
The Elephant in the Room - Money - 112
Creating Your Own Job - 117
The Good and Bad of a Gap Year - 120
You Can Be Two Things (Or More) at Once - 123
You Think You Know, But Maybe You Don't - 125
Not Labels, but Quality of Experience - 129
The Jobs and Industries of the Future Are Unknown - 130
You're On Your Own Unique Path - 134
Key Takeaways - 135
Chapter 6. How To Take Action - 137
Consolidate Your 'Inside' Work - 137
Begin Your 'Outside' Research - 139
BRAINSTORM ACTIVITY 1 - 148
BRAINSTORM ACTIVITY 2 - 149
