Future You: achieve your career goals

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about: 
 why technical education could become a bigger part of secondary school 
 what the government's latest apprenticeship and college funding package means for young people 
why the World Economic Forum says qualifications are only one part of becoming employable 
how to use university rankings wisely when choosing where to study 
why career opportunities are becoming more spread across the UK as flexible working continues to reshape the jobs market. 
 
Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-31st-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-bnz0e/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

This week I'm joined by Kaiyan who shares how he secured a placement year with Enterprise Mobility, the skills he gained, and how it led to a graduate job offer. 
Explore internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/work-experience-and-internships/internships/ 
Creative internships: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/job-sectors/creative-arts-and-design/creative-internships/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about:
Why graduate opportunities are growing outside London. 
New research into the UK's 'always-on' work culture, and why work-life balance should matter when choosing your first job. 
Why university places are becoming more competitive in Scotland and what that means for applicants. 
How Gen Z is redefining career success, with flexibility and wellbeing becoming just as important as progression. 
The financial pressures facing creative professionals and why building digital skills is becoming more important than ever. 
Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-24th-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-0dvpe/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student and graduate should know: 
Why salary transparency could change the way you apply for jobs. 
How skills-based hiring is reshaping recruitment, and why your transferable skills matter more than ever. 
How you can help shape future careers advice for students and graduates. 
New opportunities for young people in the UK's rail industry. 
Why students are looking beyond university rankings when choosing where to study. 
Let Prospect's know what you want: https://online1.snapsurveys.com/Interview/c06fb48f-954a-49f0-b048-bfec952e2432
Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-17th-july-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-ilzye/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

Networking isn’t just awkward small talk and exchanging business cards.  
In this episode, we’re joined by Chris Rea, Head of strategic relationships and Hedd to break down what networking really means, and why it could be one of the biggest career skills you develop. 
Whether you're heading to a careers fair, building your LinkedIn profile, applying for graduate jobs, or simply trying to meet new people in your industry, this episode is packed with practical, actionable, networking tips. 
You'll learn: 
how to network even if you're shy or introverted  
what to say when meeting employers or recruiters  
how LinkedIn can help you land opportunities  
why networking isn't about collecting contacts  
the best places to build professional connections as a student or graduate.  
Networking in a digital world: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/the-topic/networking-in-a-digital-world/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about: 
Why MPs are calling for changes to the student loan system and what that could mean for future students.
UCAS Clearing is now open, and not just for people who missed their grades.
The latest student satisfaction survey reveals that more students are enjoying their university experience.
Why university rankings don't tell the full story, and what you should look for when choosing where to study.
Teacher pay is set to increase, but what does that mean if you're considering a career in education?
Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-10th-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-4ixbe/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

In this week's episode, we're breaking down five stories every student, graduate and early-career professional should know about: 
What new research says about GCSEs and future earnings and why your results don't define you.
Could new government proposals create more apprenticeships and work placements.
Why one of the world's biggest car manufacturers found that AI can't replace human experience.
What a ‘returnship’ is, and why it could become an important route back into work.
Why around half of Gen Z don't expect to receive a state pension and what that could mean for your financial future.
Find out more on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-stories-know-week-july-3rd-prospects-study-tips-and-careers-a-fozse/ 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 

Getting your results and heading into Clearing might feel scary - but it doesn’t have to. 
In this episode, Amy shares her story, from opening her results to finding her place at the University of Reading. She talks about what it’s like going through Clearing and why it actually turned out to be the best thing that could have happened to her. 
We’re also joined by Yasmin Bell, student recruitment officer at the University of Reading who breaks down everything you need to know: 
who you’ll speak to on the phone, 
what to expect during the call 
how to get prepared ahead of results day. 
Whether you're feeling nervous, unsure, or just curious, this episode is here to help you feel more confident and in control of your next steps. 
 
Explore Clearing 2026: https://bit.ly/3Sv2N8g 
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📜 Episode transcripts: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts