Being a fresher is like a boon. In many Bollywood movies you must have heard a dialogue,”मै जब नया था, तब तुम्हारे जैसे ही था, energetic and enthusiastic, लेकिन मुझे system ने बदल दिया.” This dialogue tells you the advantages of being a fresher.
Freshers may bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to day-to-day work.
I conduct training sessions on ‘Campus to Corporate’ for freshers. In this blog, I have noted some difficulties of being freshers and how to overcome them.
Being a good student and being a good professional are altogether different aspects. College life is good, but it will end someday for something good. Students are sometimes reluctant to view what the future is offering them.
Every student must instill professionalism in attitude, behavior, and thought to be a good professional through proper coaching, mentoring, and training.
Here are some tips for being an ideal fresher:
Anyone gets only few seconds to make the first positive impression. Be prepared, professional, and well-groomed.
- Professional Communication
As a student, many exams are written, except viva. In professional life, oral communication and presentation skills are the key. It is always wise to develop communication skills like a professional when you are a student.
It helps to get a dream job.
No one is perfect and knows everything, as knowledge is ever-evolving. No one can learn everything on their own. You must learn to ask for help if needed.
- Develop a growth mindset.
A positive attitude is the key to success, as it helps you to have a growth mindset. Trust yourself and your capabilities to learn and progress, and adopt a growth mindset. Understand and analyze your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT analysis). Be clear about your goals and thoughts.
- Be accountable and responsible.
I have observed that many students rely on their institutes and faculty for their knowledge. As a fresher, it is your accountability to gain knowledge and experience. Nobody is going to spoon-feed you. Proactively search for the right person and training for your growth. Consistently develop good habits as a professional.
Everyone gets an opportunity, but only one will grab it.
Timing in career matters as it matters in cricket.
Always be ready, and learn to take initiative. Instead of waiting for opportunities, learn to create opportunities. You are an architect of your career and life.
Organizations look for many skills in their employees. As a fresher, highlight those skills if you want to be selected.
They are Critical thinking, Problem-solving, Communication skills, Resilience, Consistency, Creativity, Emotional intelligence, Proactive, Decision making, Presentation skills, Discussion skills, Negotiation skills, Adaptability, and Coachable.
Being a fresher in the job market can be rewarding as you bring something unique to the organization. Companies are always ready to invest in freshers. Do ensure good returns to your employers.
To understand freshers properly, employers ask some customized interview questions during interviews:
- Tell me about yourself. (Can you express yourself positively?)
- Run me through your resume. (Are you aware and clear of what you have written in your resume)
- What are your hobbies? (To understand your personality in a personal way)
- Why should we hire you? (To understand your career objective)
- What do you know about this company? (Preparedness and Eye for detail)
- What inspires you in your career and life? (Role models)
- What kind of salary do you expect? (Your focus and negotiation skills)
- Where do you see yourself in five years? (Your goals)
- What are your greatest strengths and weaknesses (SWOT analysis)
- Do you have any questions for me? (Are you good in positive discussions)
Keep Learning!
Keep Growing!
