New Beginnings
Congratulations! You've survived the first couple of weeks. Sometimes, the return to school feels a lot like starting a new job. You have to recall new names, routines and rules. The outraged judgement of your children when you get it wrong can sometimes feel similar to a work disciplinary meeting. The worry that you may be on the games teachers' List of Shame - because you've forgotten the football boots yet again - feels a lot like professional imposter syndrome.
But September can also bring with it a burst of inspiration. After the long, hot weeks of excessive ice cream, and holiday club instructions that leave you feeling as though you're packing for a week in the Amazon rainforest, it sometimes feels like a breath of fresh air. You may be finding a moment to wonder about what's next for you, rather than for anyone else. Perhaps that includes your next professional step - a new career adventure, returning to the world of work, or a search for a more flexible role.
It sounds so simple, doesn't it? How hard can it be to gain experience in a completely new field, in your abundant free time? How difficult is it to pull out of the bag an interview which shows an employer exactly how fantastic you are and what value you'll add to their business? Surely CV conventions can't have changed that much in the 10 years since you last wrote one...?
Over the years, we've met thousands of candidates who've been faced with - and sometimes flummoxed by - these issues. It's been our privilege to connect with them and to guide them through the sometimes-daunting process. In fact, we found that we were being asked the same questions so often that we've pulled together a truly fabulous set of job hunters' resources, to hold your hand along every step of the way as you build the skills - and, crucially, the confidence - you need to advance your career. From video tutorials, to downloadable templates, from live Q and A sessions to active WhatsApp community support, you'll be able to draw on the extensive experience of the whole 9-2-3 team. And we can promise you that it is extensive. In the course of tens of thousands of conversations, we've learned which strategies are genuinely helpful, and which may be a waste of time - at a point in your life when time is precious and in short supply. We can talk you through how, and when, to use AI in your job search. We'll set out how to discuss a career break when applying for a new role. We'll help you create standout cover letters and a LinkedIn profile that makes a great first impression. Our how-to guides are packed to the brim with invaluable pointers, and the wisdom we've picked up from over a decade of matching candidates with exciting new roles.
Whether you're just starting out in your career, considering a new professional direction after many years, or a seasoned industry veteran looking to refresh your skills, we believe that The Jobs Club is just what you need.
September is a time for new beginnings. This September, build the skills you need to start your next career adventure - with The Jobs Club.