How to succeed after university or college? Becoming successful after university depends on more than just formal education. Features of Your Guide to Succeed After Graduation includes: Expert advice from professionals such as career coaches, leaders in career development at the University of Toronto and others Step-by-step guidance to tackle complicated topics such as tapping into the unknown job network, developing a career strategy, personal branding, balanced living, becoming debt-free, and pursuing your passion Personal experiences to illustrate the ups, downs, trials and errors Top 12 Things to Remember from Your Guide to Succeed After University: 1) Define your personal brand before someone else does it for you. Your personal brand is about showcasing who you are, what you stand for, the skill set that you possess, and the promises you make and deliver on. 2) Networking is a vital part of success, where anyone can open a door. People make a difference, so value those two-way relationships 3) Guidance is just a mentorship request away. Mentors come in many forms and can provide guidance and feedback along your career path. 4) Job searching is a discovery process. The process, including rejection, is a continuous opportunity to learn about yourself. 5) You define your own success. You can succeed in any career you choose at any time. Consider a career direction that excites you most and you will inevitably gain value in that direction. 6) Know where you want to go, and that there are many paths to get there. Your career strategy acts as a compass to an engaging and meaningful career. 7) Discover your passions; find the right time to pursue them. Keep your passions in mind as you grow your career and develop - seize opportunities, no matter how unconventional. 8) Set S.M.A.R.T. goals to reach smart outcomes Achieving effective outcomes is a combination of S.M.A.R.T. (Specific, Measureable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) goals, self-motivation, and a personal reward system. 9) Take time to take care of yourself and your community. To maintain your physical, mental, and social well-being, be sure to balance your career and job duties with activities that support yourself and your community. 10) Open your mind to a world of perspective. Living and traveling outside of your community is a great way to expose yourself to new experiences and perspectives, and a great way to build your network. 11) Implement creative and practical ways to manage your budget. Having a plan to manage your money and pay down your debt will ensure that you are on a solid path to a rewarding career. 12) Learning does not end when school does. After school, actively seek out either formal or informal means of learning to enhance your skill set and to continue your personal development. Practical advice that anyone can use, the goal of Your Guide to Succeed After Graduation is to help new graduates become confident in developing successful careers, addressing work-life balance, and other next steps after graduation.
About the Author: Aly Madhavji Aly is the author of the internationally acclaimed book "Your Guide to Succeed in University", the #1 College book on Amazon and an Award-Winner of the 2015 International Book Awards. He continues to energize and inspire thousands of students and young professionals through his books, speaking engagements and mentorship. Aly has served on various boards including Executive Committee and Academic Board of the University of Toronto, as well as at Advantage Mississauga bridging the gap between higher education and the business sector, and the Executive of the College of Electors, to select the Chancellor and Alumni Governors of the University of Toronto. Aly spent two and a half years in the Assurance practice for PwC and is a December 2016 Masters in Business Administration (MBA) Candidate at INSEAD based in France and Singapore. He holds the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and the Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) Designations. Ryan Coelho As a motivational speaker, Ryan Coelho has been working closely with millennials for over the past 4 years in helping them develop as leaders. Based on his extensive experience with young people, Ryan naturally became an in-demand resource for organizations in helping them understand the millennial mindset and how companies can leverage it. Over the past 2 years he has consulted over 90+ Executives and CEOs, has started the Millennial Engagement Movement, and has written numerous eBooks to support both organizations and millennials in their growth. Ryan has expanded his mission to help individuals of all ages learn the Psychology of Motivation. Karen Deng After completing her Bachelor of Arts in Health Studies and Environmental Sciences at Queen's University in 2012, Karen went on to work with health administration authorities in First Nations communities in British Columbia, Canada. She completed a Masters of Public Health at the University of Victoria in 2014. Karen has worked in federal government, provincial government agencies, and not-for-profit organizations to better understand and support improvements in the health of populations. Karen believes that helping others begins with providing the best possible information, and understanding and adapting to unique contexts of communities, civic, and user issues.