Gain XP: Learn By Doing
The title of today's post comes from my friend, who suggested I should "read less and do more". As we start a new month and a new year, I think it is a great time to reintroduce the idea of gaining experience by implementing what you have learnt. Recent graduates often face a catch-22 scenario: the need for experience to secure a job, yet lacking the experience to begin with. Frequently, we attribute this "scarcity of opportunities" to external factors beyond our control, such as the economy and nepotism. However, every day is a new opportunity to concentrate on what you can influence and take action! I would have mentioned how to go about selecting a project in a previous post . Today, I'll be expanding upon what you should be doing to learn and gain experience while searching for a job in Technology: Form a Study Group Invite your friends to join you on your learning journey; it's more enriching than reading or watching YouTube videos by yourself. E...