We’re continuing the theme of experimentation with this episode of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast and aiming this episode at undergraduates and recent graduates looking to get their big break and succeed in the working world. I discussed this and so much more with Rahul De Silva, a student at the University of Oxford on Episode 105 of the Reframe & Reset Your Career podcast.

In this episode, we will learn about:

Overcoming procrastination and anxiety about your job search,

Reframing rejection and building resilience,

Becoming aware of your emotions and putting them into perspective,

Why it’s important to just start and not overthink,

Building your personal brand,

Focus on your own progress and don’t compare yourself to others,

Identify your strengths and how you stand out rather than simply focus on your passion,

The importance of growth mindset,

Ideas to help you network and build connections and

The value of small talk and developing soft skills.

Rahul is a 2nd year engineering student at the University of Oxford, who aspires to specialise within the intersection between healthcare and engineering.

Outside his studies, Rahul enjoys playing and coaching cricket and cooking for his hungry parents and brother. For full disclosure, Rahul is a family member but he is the only undergraduate that I could find at short notice!

Resources & People Mentioned

Cal Newport – So Good They Can't Ignore You

Robert Cialdini - Influence

Carol Dweck - Mindset

Contact Rahul

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-de-silva-464297336/

Reframe & Reset Your Career Resources & Contact Info

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Thank you for your continued support of Reframe & Reset Your Career, I do appreciate it. 

It would be great to hear from you, the listeners, and your thoughts about the podcast, YouTube channel or anything else, it's always a pleasure to hear your views. I have had some great reviews but not had any way of responding. The next episode with Navid Nazemian will be available on Weds 3rd December. 

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