Congratulations on your graduation! As you enter the job market, you may feel overwhelmed with all the possibilities and options available to you. In all this, it’s important to remember that you have the power to shape your future and steer your career in the direction you desire.
One powerful tool that can help you in this process is a written vision. A written vision is a statement that outlines your goals, aspirations, and values. It is a way to articulate what you want to achieve in your career and how you want to make a difference in the world.
Having a written vision can help you in several ways as you navigate the job market and here are a few examples:
It gives you clarity: When you write down your vision, you are forced to articulate your goals in a concrete way. With the assistance of a mentor or accountability partner, a vision can help you gain clarity on what you want to achieve and what steps you need to take to get there.
It helps you stay focused: With so many options available to you, it’s easy to get distracted and lose sight of your goals. A written vision can serve as a guiding light, helping you stay focused on what matters most.
It gives you confidence: When you have a clear sense of your goals and values, you’ll feel more confident and empowered in your job search. You’ll know what you’re looking for and be better equipped to identify opportunities that align with your vision.
It helps you stand out: In a crowded job market, having a clear vision can help you stand out from the crowd. Employers are looking for candidates who are passionate, driven, and committed to making a difference - a written vision can help you demonstrate these qualities and set yourself apart.
How to go about it: Start by reflecting today on your goals and values. What do you want to achieve in your career? What kind of impact do you want to make in the world? Write down your thoughts and ideas. Distill them into a clear, concise statement.
Conclusion: As you enter this new chapter of your life, remember that you are the 1) CEO of your career 2) Employability is a skill 3) You have the power to shape your future. Therefore, with a clear vision and a strong sense of purpose, you can achieve anything you set your mind to.
Also, know that your vision is not set in stone and it is perfectly in order to revise and refine it as you gain more experience and insight.
Congratulations graduates and all the best on your journey of life!
*Ipupa Fadeyi is a career and employability skills mentor and founder of IpupaK Grow You. She assists graduates and young professionals with critical career management and employability skills to get them ahead in the workplace, and to become the leaders they aspire to be through structured mentorship.