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Building blocks of a promising career
Zannatul Lamea
IT was one of those days when I was waiting in a line that had no end. No, it was not the line for DV passport to USA, nor was it the line for free food. It was only a line to catch the lift of our university. I was just about to heave a sigh of relief getting on the lift, sadly enough which was replaced by a gulp noticing that I landed in the midst of a group of senior faculties of our university inside the lift. And hence I got a chance to overhear a couple of things they were talking about. My faculties were discussing about students having quadruple heads, no not physically. They meant students doing multi-tasking: Studying, doing part time jobs, doing social works, doing cultural activities- all at the same time. Meanwhile, one of them mentioned that a student of his department earned more than what a faculty does, by doing two part-time jobs. She also maintained a good CGPA side by side. Well, thanks to me being caught in the middle of such conversation that gave me the thought of the day to ponder upon.
For all of you who are a junior or sophomore at your respective universities, probably know what I am talking about. At this age, the urge of being independent strikes high thus leading us all to enter the job market. A kick start in the job market for us is of course as a part-timer. Previously, free time for students meant day-long nap and hangouts at random places. Strangely and appreciably enough, most of the students now thrive more towards working to manage a greater portion of their expenses by themselves rather than just sitting back and doing nothing. Managing the class schedules, students sneak out their free time to be involved with various organizations.
So, in what way does it help? Actually in a lot of ways. A job that is relevant with a student's major/ concentration helps him to implement the academic knowledge in practical field to acquire a strong grip over the subject matter, thus making him more experienced with every details. Working with an organization automatically makes one prepared early on. Meeting the deadlines, working in teams, taking the responsibility of one's mistakes, reaching a common ground with combined inputs-all of these contribute successfully to deal with matters professionally. Besides, by interacting with people from diverse professions, involvement with an organization, thus helps one to expand their network widely, opening the door of immense possibility and opportunities in the long run.
A common notion among a lot of students is that work hampers study. Speaking from personal experience, I myself disagree. You don't need to study 24/7 for learning, an in-depth understanding of course material requires studying it with full concentration for 1-2 hrs daily. A fairly good CGPA, some job-experience, great communication skills and a presentable personality is what makes you “The one”.
Present day students seem no longer satisfied with the tag “student” only. The young generation wants to prove themselves, do something that earns them a distinct recognition based on their quality. Also the charm of being at least a little independent (financially) works as a magnetic puller. So, unless you are a couch potato, it is time to set goals for your career and get going. Many of the successful entrepreneurs are known to have set their goals at an early age, and started working accordingly. Your vision must be clear. Sort out your quality, the thing that you are best at. Search for relevant options of the respective sector, and apply for them. Almost every reputed organization has its own web-site with career information. Web-sites like bdjobs.com, jobs A1 etc serves as a potential job-agent themselves. Prepare a CV with your qualifications organized and categorized distinctly. Decide what kind of job you want to do, prepare a rough plan of your available time you can work, short-list the organizations that serves your need best and keep on applying there. You never know when you get an appointment letter, it sure is worth giving a shot, isn't it?
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