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One hot tip she’d like to offer to international students about to start their career is to ‘be confident and keep challenging yourself’.
Preparing for interviews by researching the organisation you’re applying for will help boost your confidence. Present yourself as the exact person they’re looking for.
When you get an offer, do not settle for a job just because it’s been offered to you and it is an easy choice. Choose roles that fairly reflect your capabilities, experiences and are aligned with your interests.
When you are in a role, set the right expectations with your team leader including reasonable workloads and working hours. Don’t forget to be open to changes or start a new pathway if you’re not satisfied with the current role, even if it involves taking a risk. One of the key decisions that have made a significant positive impact on Ayesha’s career was realising it was time to quit one of her old jobs as it was not providing new opportunites for her career growth, even though she felt really comfortable working there.