New Life Nerves

Welcome to the?Build My Confidence Newsletter and in this issue we are thinking about all those taking exams and considering their first steps into the world of work.

It can be a nervous time as people consider how to step forward into a new chapter of their life.

It's the business end of the school year and we wanted to highlight the free content and skills sessions which could really support those swotting for exams or thinking about applying for their first jobs. When the exam season is over this term, and after enjoying some relaxation, for many the reality of looking for work will become a priority.

So for a gentle introduction have a look at the free taster “Learn About …”?sessions that we are offering.

“Learn About …”?are short, free modules that give you contextual learning that we think may be helpful for you to build your confidence in business.

?"Learn About …"?modules are free to registered users and are a great way to experience our skills modules without commitment.?All you have to do is Register on our website and choose the relevant area?– Entering the Job Market - and see what is already available for you for free.?

These Learn About sessions will help you build a confident mindset when you start looking for work -

• Being assertive and working in a respectful environment
• Emotional Intelligence in business
• Five steps to build your confidence

As finding that perfect job will quickly become a job in itself, then take a look at our skills session on Time Management. This session will build your confidence in managing your time effectively.?Feeling confident enough to make decisions about how you will spend your time can be nerve-wracking when you feel overwhelmed by demands on your time, so with some simple strategies, you can soon learn to take control!

And if you are seeking help with job applications then these two sessions will walk you through step-by-step, with research tools to print off and complete, you can walk into your next interview feeling totally prepared.

• How to Research a Company for Interview
• Applying for your Ideal Job

Made it to the interview? No problem - we want you to show your best self and feel confident whilst you do it! These two skills sessions might help you with that. Communicating Effectively Face to Face will enable you to be assertive in front of somebody and make you feel sure that you have been heard, whatever it is you are trying to say. But if what they offer is too low, then try this skill session that will help you with Negotiating Pay & Package Effectively.

For some extra top tips, check out our social media on Facebook, TikTok and Instagram and have a look at some short animations we've made to support our articles and key principles on building confidence.?

On TikTok, in less than 60 seconds, Helen shares a technique which she knows works – of course there are plenty of other examples, but it’s good to start somewhere! Find her video?here.?

For everything about building your confidence, just go to www.buildmyconfidence.net, register your email and sign in to find?out!

That's all for now - another update coming in a couple of weeks!