GETTING A JOB

Your story, your brand - your CV

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Download these top tips for your personal brand

BT Work Ready supports young people and jobseekers to develop their skills and confidence and start their careers. We brought together a panel of inspirational people including young entrepreneurs, influencers and employers to share their personal experiences and advice on finding a job and staying motivated. In this video, we uncover how what makes you unique can be your greatest strength.

When applying for jobs you need to stand out from the crowd. Having a strong story and personal brand can help you show employers what you offer. Sportswoman and songwriter Chelcee Grimes, presenter Maya Jama and influencer Spencer Owen discuss how to let your personality shine when applying for jobs.

What is a personal brand

The importance of being yourself

How to tell your story

Describing your skills and experiences on a CV

Download these top tips for your personal brand

What is a personal brand

The importance of being yourself

How to tell your story

Describing your skills and experiences on a CV

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Your interview - a time to shine

Job interviews can be daunting, but remember this is your time to shine and show employers what you can offer. BT Sport’s Andrew Mensah shares his dos and don’ts for video interviews, and we hear from our panel with some final tips on bagging your dream job.

Your skills - what are employers looking for?

Whether you are ready to start your career or looking for a new role you will have valuable skills and experience. It’s just a case of knowing how to identify and describe them. Gamer and influencer, Spencer Owen, is joined by Marc Allera, CEO of BT’s Consumer Division and Shanissi Mbamu, a Work Ready graduate, to hear their advice on the skills employers are looking for.

Your search - looking for a job

Job hunting can be time consuming and it’s sometimes difficult to know where to start. BT Sport’s Andrew Mensah, and sportswoman and songwriter Chelcee Grimes, discuss some top tips on smarter searching to find your dream job.

Getting started - choosing your mindset and career goals

It can be tough to stay motivated when you are looking for work. BT Sport’s Andrew Mensah is joined by young entrepreneur Jack Parsons, CEO of The Youth Group, to share his advice on keeping a positive mindset and setting your career goals.

Work Ready - kick start your career

Hosted by football and Esports presenter Spencer Owen, the event includes advice from: award-winning young entrepreneur Jack Parsons, founder of The Youth Group, Marc Allera, CEO of BT’s Consumer division; artist, songwriter, TV presenter and footballer Chelcee Grimes; and television and radio presenter Maya Jama.