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Completing Career Planning module
You have now fully completed the Career Planning step-by-step plan. Hopefully, you now have a better understanding of yourself and your desires regarding the job market, have learned job application skills, and have been given tools for finding a job.
Action plan
Using all this information, you probably have a clear idea of the direction you want to take, what kind of job suits you, and what kind of organization you'd like to work for. Or what else you need to make a good decision.
Above all, it's advisable to create an action plan to actually implement it.
In the Career Planning worksheet, you'll find a sample action plan template that you can use to track your actions. Use this template, as it helps you keep track of what you've done and what you still plan to do. Indicate which actions you'll take, when, with whom, and so on.
For example, write down specific actions, not abstract plans. Keep your plans realistic and achievable, and above all, concrete. Consider: what information do you still need? How will you acquire it? Who do you still need to call/talk to/email? And especially: when will you carry out this action?
Assignment:
- Complete your personal profile and (career) profile as needed.
- Create an action plan for your desired goal.
- You can develop this in the Career Planning worksheet, but also in a separate document, of course.
Ready for the next step
The Leiden University Career Services has developed this Career Planning module to best support students in their career orientation process.
After completing this step-by-step plan, you will have gained a wealth of relevant knowledge and completed various (self-reflection) assignments. We hope that all these efforts have helped you further shape and direct your (study) career and that you will transition to the labour market with confidence and enthusiasm when the time comes.
New phase
After years of hard study, many students look forward to the next phase in their lives. Yet, you may have mixed feelings about this period. You have your diploma, are happy and proud that it's over, but at the same time, you may find it a difficult time. Everything is changing. The transition to this new phase in your life is therefore not easy for everyone.
> Read more about this transition phase and 'your first job' from education to employment.
Career Services
Do you have any questions about this module? Feel free to make an appointment with one of the career advisors of the Career Service of your faculty.
You are also welcome to attend the Career Services, including the workshops and career events organized by the Career Services. You can find these in the workshops & events calendar.
We wish you a lot of success with your future career!
