As Consolidation Week draws near, it’s the perfect opportunity to hit pause and reflect on your journey and growth throughout this academic year. The week isn’t just about catching up on studies; it’s an opportunity to focus on you and set some goals for the rest of term.
Why reflect on personal development?
Reflecting on your personal development helps you understand your strengths, identify areas for improvement and set meaningful goals. It’s a crucial step in thriving academically and preparing for your future career. The My Skills platform is designed to support you in this journey, offering tools and resources to track and enhance your skills.
Getting started with My Skills
The first thing to do is set up your profile. Log into My Skills now to:
- Identify your strengths and areas for improvement: Understanding what you’re good at and where you can grow is the first step in personal development.
- Thrive academically: By recognising your skills, you can tailor your study habits and strategies to maximize your academic performance.
- Prepare for your future career: The skills you develop now will be invaluable in your future career. My Skills helps you align your personal development with your career aspirations.
Completing the skills check on My Skills takes about 20 minutes, and you don’t have to do it all at once. You can return to it whenever you have time, making it a flexible tool for your busy schedule.
Setting goals and pathways
Once you’ve completed your skills profile, My Skills will suggest pathways to help you develop further. Whether it’s improving your communication skills, enhancing your leadership abilities or mastering time management – you’ll find tailored recommendations to guide your development.
Making the most of the Careers Service
In addition to My Skills, the University of Bristol Careers Service offers an array of resources to support your personal and professional development. Here are some ways you can make the most of these opportunities:
- Workshops on career exploration: Attend workshops to explore different career paths, reflect on what’s important to you. and learn more about exploring roles to match your skills and interests.
- Employer and alumni talks: Engage with employers and alumni through talks and networking events. You’ll get invaluable perspectives on the job market, insight into career paths and an opportunity to test your networking skills.
- Amazing online resources: Take advantage of the Careers Service’s online tools, including an AI CV checker, a mock interview simulator, and many more resources designed to support your career thinking and applications.
You can explore all resources and events by logging onto mycareer.