Recap
Here are some of the key messages and resources our guest speakers shared during the webinar.
Gina Visram – Your Career and Future
- There will always be options available to you – whether your results are or are not as expected, everything will be okay!
- Gina shared top tips of who to speak to and what to do if your results are not as expected.
- How to go about clearing.
- Trust your journey – your results do not define you.
Socials:
gina@yourcareerandfuture.com
www.yourcareerandfuture.com (Website not yet live – coming soon)
Check out the Dive Into Your Career podcast here
LINKEDIN: Connect with Gina Visram
INSTAGRAM: Connect with Your Career and Future
TIKTOK: Connect (lip-synch and dance!) with Your Career and Future
Patrick Craven – Director of Policy Strategic Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement, City & Guilds
- Patrick talked about post 16 vocational and technical options including apprenticeships and T-Levels, what these are, and why they might be a good choice for you.
Kim Lupton and Hayden Mitchell – Apprentices
- Kim and Hayden talked about what made them decide to do an apprenticeship, and how they have found the experience so far.
Amy Fazackerley – National Partnerships Manager, Coach Core
- Amy talked about how Coach Core support young people and the apprenticeships they offer.
- Coach Core have created a “Results aren’t everything campaign” – remember that your grades do not define you, and there will always be other routes available to you. Follow their socials to find out more!
LinkedIn:
Coach Core Foundation
Instagram:
@wearecoachcoreuk
Twitter:
@wearecoachcore
Youtube:
@coachcore
TikTok:
@wearecoachcore
Gloria and Kelsey – Youth Ambassadors
- Gloria and Kelsey are voluntary Youth Ambassadors at Youth Employment UK. They spoke about their experiences of results day, how their original plans changed, and also offered advice and top tips on how to prepare and calm your nerves on the day!
Jacqueline Weeks – Coaching Psychologist at Vise Mental Fitness
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Jacqueline Weeks – Coaching Psychologist at Vise Mental Fitness
- The importance of building mental skills so that we can look after our wellbeing and build resilience.
- Tips to manage stress on the day, and keep your feelings and emotions in perspective.
- Remember that your value is not based on a grade – no matter what results you get, they do not define you. Focus on your journey so far!.
Additional Resources
Take advantage of opportunities to build your skills and confidence with resources at Youth Employment UK! Check out our:
Opportunity finder – Find work, training, volunteering opportunities and even free courses and events with #CreateYourFuture.
Virtual Work Experience – Dip your toe into the world of work and learn about different sectors, different employers, and the skills they look for.
Youth Ambassador Programme – Volunteer with us! Attend events, Receive training, support and mentoring, work on projects that interest you, build a network of contacts, and help shape UK youth employment policy.
Get the Jump – Explore your education and training choices with NCS.
Young Minds – mental health support and advice for young people.
