4. Take action
Do you already know your options, and are you clear about where you want to go? Now it's time to take action.
Plan your way to reach your goal
The first thing you need to do is plan the steps that will help you get clear on what you need to do on the way to your goal. You can do this using a tool called the Goal Road Map.
How to get work experience
If your goal is to gain work experience that fulfils what you want from your career path, you can be inspired by the following process:
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1. step
Find a suitable job position
How can you find a position that matches your values, attitudes and personality?
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2. step
Create your career portfolio
A career portfolio can include a CV, LinkedIn profile, cover letter, references and recommendations, work experience record, certificates and diplomas, examples of your own work and more. In short, anything that demonstrates your competence and experience.
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3. step
Contact the company or apply for a specific position
Do you know what you want and have a career portfolio ready? It's time to approach the company.
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4. step
Prepare for the interview
How to succeed in an interview? And how to prepare for other types of selection methods that may be part of the selection process?