Making it work
Finding work is a job in itself. If you’re looking for full-time,
part-time or casual work, you have to go in prepared. One of the
most important documents you will need is a resume or CV.
A good resume will show any future employer the most important things about you
at a glance – from your personal details and contact information, to education,
previous work experience and skills.
As well as paid work, include details about extra-curricular experience gained
in community or at school such as Rock Eisteddfods, School Spectacular, Student
Representative Council or community volunteer.
Whether you were a member of a school team, part of an acting group or in the
orchestra it is all evidence of the key employability skills that employers are
looking for - teamwork, communication, leadership, creativity, dedication and
reliability.
For further information about what to include in a resume, try: www.careerfaqs.com.au,
or www.mycareer.com.au.
Be your own boss
More than 50,000 Australians aged between 15- 24 years run their
own business in hundreds of different areas, from manufacturing
to retail.
You don’t have to have a business degree to get started in your own business,
but it is important to have a plan, and some idea of the things involved in running
a business from accounting to tax, to legal requirements.
Finding a mentor or getting advice from professionals is a great way to learn
the ropes, and there is also a lot of help from State and Federal government
agencies.
The website www.business.gov.au is
a fantastic starting point. There is also the Enterprise Network for Young
Australians www.enya.org.au which
has a lot of inspirational material and success stories and www.dollarsandsense.com.au is
also a great starting point for young entrepreneurs.
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