Why Advice on “Finding your Passion” is Misguided and How to Tackle Indecision
I like the word ‘interest’. It suggests curiosity, a desire for knowledge, something you enjoy or would happily do without anyone paying you. It avoids the clichè and extremity, the […]
Why Every Pupil Should Study a Foreign Language at A-Level
If I could write a letter to my 15-year-old self, I’d thank her profusely and congratulate her on taking one key decision. Although she had no idea at the time, […]
How to Ask for a Career Break or Sabbatical
After I announced my 6-month career break from work back in October, I was flooded with messages and questions from friends and readers about how I had actually managed to get […]
5 Reasons Why Everyone Should Take a Year Abroad during University
In early November I returned to Exeter University to give a talk to current students about the benefits of spending a Third Year Abroad during their degree, as part of […]
Career Options for Graduates with a Modern Languages Degree (Part Two)
Part Two: Post-Uni Gap Year / Move Abroad / Graduate Schemes Last week I posted ‘Career Options for Graduates with a Modern Languages Degree (Part One)‘ and here is […]
Career Options for Graduates with a Modern Languages Degree (Part One)
Part One: Masters Degree / Translator / International Institutions / Teacher What can I do with a Modern Languages degree? Exactly two years ago I was […]
‘Inspiring the Future’ through Talks and Workshops on Languages in Schools
Originally posted on Worldly Minded:
A number of months ago I signed up to Inspiring the Future, an organisation which helps UK schools and colleges find volunteers to give…
Postcard of the Week: The New ThirdYearAbroad.com Careers Platform
During International Education Week in November 2013 I attended a fascinating panel discussion on ‘careers for global graduates’ at the British Academy, organised by ThirdYearAbroad.com. I’m particularly keen on the label […]
