Graduating from college is a major milestone, but building a successful career begins long before you receive your diploma.
At Bespoke we are committed to our students’ futures. That’s why we’ve partnered with Tipograph Careers, experts in guiding college students, graduates, and young professionals toward career success. Jill Tipograph, Founder of Tipograph Careers, shares her proven 5-step Blueprint for Early Career Success, helping you turn your college years into a springboard for your career.
1) Explore & Prepare: Discover Your Career Path
College is a time for self-discovery and career exploration. Engage with professors, advisors, and mentors to gain insights and support. Participate in clubs, events, and social activities to expand your network and uncover your passions. Early Career assessments can clarify your strengths, interests, and values, guiding your educational and career decisions.
2) Focus & Refine: Build Your Personal Brand
With a clear career goal, focus on refining your path. Align your major with your interests and skills, and craft a compelling personal narrative. Consistently showcase this narrative across your resume, cover letters, and LinkedIn profile to build a strong personal brand that differentiates you in the competitive job market.
3) Pursue & Deepen: Secure a Meaningful Internship
Internships are key to bridging the gap between college and the job market. Start early and target competitive summer internships that align with your career goals. Practice your interview skills, and don’t overlook other opportunities like research positions, part-time jobs, and volunteering to build experience and skills.
4) Finalize & Launch: Land Your Dream Job
As graduation nears, develop a targeted job search strategy. Address any skill gaps with additional courses or workshops and leverage your professional network by attending industry events and connecting with alumni. Perfect your interview skills and maintain a disciplined approach to your job search to stay on track.
5) Continuous Growth: Thrive in Your Career
Career development is an ongoing process. Embrace continuous learning, seek new challenges, and stay adaptable to the evolving workplace. Maintain and expand your professional network, invest in skill development, and give back to your community and profession to foster your growth and purpose.
Looking for more guidance? Contact Tipograph Careers to help you navigate the road to early career success.
About This Opportunity
This is an incredibly challenging time for emerging young professionals, given the uncertain economy, greater retention of employees, employers seeking efficiency and leaning on AI, and less formal recruiting of college students and new grads. It’s unnerving and overwhelming not knowing where and how to start the job search process. Fortunately, their coaches are very experienced, having spent many years on the employer side of hiring, across industries; they have successfully helped countless young people succeed in challenging and good times. Jill has been steering early careers for 20 years, having been featured across media including the WSJ, NY Times, Forbes, Fast Company and more. Parents often refer to Tipograph Careers as a finishing school for college, filling the void of their young adult’s college or university career services. All their work is customized to each client, meeting them where they are in their career journey and needs.
