Collage Students & Graduates

College Students & Graduates

There are crucial things to know when you start your career that aren’t part of formal education system.
It’s essential to begin with a clear strategy and a growing awareness of yourself. This is as vital as choosing the right career path.
Starting your career is like building a foundation. The stronger it is, the higher you can build your career.
At this stage, you’re exploring career options based on your personality, attitude, interests, values, and goals.

Journey to Professional Success: Navigating Career Stages with Purpose

College Students & Graduates
(You are in the final year of higher education,
now approaching the workforce)
STAGE 1 - DISCOVERY
You are discovering your interests and potential career paths. This stage is all about exploring your options and setting your career goals.
Entry Level Professionals
(You are now a working professional in the early
years of your career)
STAGE 2 - LAUNCH
You're launching your career with enthusiasm and potential. It's a time to build your experience and demonstrate your abilities.
Mid Career Professionals
(You are at the Make or Break stage of your career
probably having received 2-4 promotions by now)
STAGE 3 - ADVANCEMENT
You're launching your career with enthusiasm and potential. It's a time to build your experience and demonstrate your abilities.
Senior Professionals
Your senior leadership journey has started as you now
head departments, divisions, and projects.
STAGE 4 - EXCELLENCE
You're recognized for your excellence and can access top opportunities. This is the time to achieve outstanding results and impact your field.
Senior Professionals
You are now a part of or about to be a part of
the management team / C-Level leadership.
STAGE 5 - LEADERSHIP
You're executing major strategies and leading the company towards its goals. Your focus is on achieving high-level accomplishments.
Senior Professionals
Your experience now serves the company and industry
in a non-operational manner.
STAGE 6 - LEGACY
You're focused on the legacy you'll leave behind. This stage is about making lasting contributions that will benefit future generations.

Notes

  • You must progress through each stage without skipping, but you can move faster with determination.
  • Each stage presents unique challenges and opportunities.
  • Higher stages require strong interpersonal skills to complement your technical expertise.

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