Developing Employability Skills: A Guide to Self-Improvement

FY027: Preparing for Success at University: Self Development and Responsibility ADRIANA IANCU 1

Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3 Contribution of the mini-project workshops towards development of employability skills ...... 3 A summary of the choices of the portfolio (Appendices 1 to 12) .............................................. 4 Conclusion .................................................................................................................................. 5 References .................................................................................................................................. 6 Appendix 1 ................................................................................................................................. 7 Appendix 2 ............................................................................................................................... 12 Appendix 3 ............................................................................................................................... 13 Appendix 4 ............................................................................................................................... 14 Appendix 5 ............................................................................................................................... 16 Appendix 6 ............................................................................................................................... 16 Appendix 7 ............................................................................................................................... 17 Appendix 8 ............................................................................................................................... 17 Appendix 9 ............................................................................................................................... 19 Appendix 10 ............................................................................................................................. 20 Appendix 11 ............................................................................................................................. 20 Appendix 12 ............................................................................................................................. 22

Introduction A person's maturation as a person takes place over the course of a lifetime. Individuals take part in the process by reflecting on and making adjustments to their own strengths and areas for growth. Personal and professional development depend on the individual's own efforts to grow and develop (Harappa.education.2020). The ability to recognise and anticipate one's own life's changes is a significant benefit of self-awareness. Those who previously could only correspond via snail mail are now able to do so efficiently using electronic mail. This document is packed with useful advice on improving several aspects of one's life. The introspection and development programmes are career- oriented. Contribution of the mini-project workshops towards development of employability skills I've learned a lot from the mini-project workshops in which I've participated. My involvement in these seminars has sharpened a variety of skills, including public speaking and communication (Doyle, 2020). Participating in these seminars allowed me to strengthen my problem-solving skills by putting me in circumstances where I had to explore numerous angles and outcomes before making a decision. By broadening my awareness of a number of areas, the seminars have helped me grow as a person and in my job. Furthermore, there are many of my abilities that I was previously unaware of. The opportunity allowed me to put my talents to use and broaden my knowledge in that field. I've gained not just the information but also the experience to successfully execute similar tasks. The commonalities between the tasks I've lately accomplished have assisted me in learning how to complete them more swiftly and effectively. The workshops not only taught me about the huge corporations where I had conducted surveys and research, but they also gave me a wonderful opportunity to network in the sector. As a result of our discussions, they have agreed to help me with my studies. It used to be awkward for me to strike up a conversation with a stranger. This project has assisted me in overcoming this problem by giving me hands-on experience connecting with people from a variety of backgrounds. I completed the necessary analysis of their interviews and surveys, as well as writing the appropriate reports. Attendees might also participate in a range of educational programmes as part of the workshops. With their help, I was able to better understand the content. As a result of them, I learnt a lot and improved my skills. I am confident that if given the opportunity, I can achieve even better in my field. My scholarly endeavours have strengthened my understanding of leadership. I've been able to establish extensive plans and ensure that they are carried through without a hitch thanks to the

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