Have you heard how tough it is to find a job in the current job market? Increasing numbers of applicants are applying for posts and, as competition is tougher than ever, hiring managers are spoiled for talent. Of course you have. There's lots of advice out there (here on this very site, in fact!) on how to stand out from the crowd — but what about deciding what job to apply for in the first place?
While many people have a dream job in mind — 66 per cent of young people do, according a report from the British Youth Council (BYC) — the same survey found a third of young people were unsure what direction to take post study.
Now, I can identify with this and, without even looking at the BYC figures, I know I'm not alone; the Career Choices section is one of our busiest forum sections.
Edge — an organisation which is working to raise the stature of practical and vocational learning — believes a more practical learning experience would give people like these more sense of direction.
It wants to see changes to the current education system that would ensure all young people realise their potential and can make decisions about their futures. The organisation is campaigning for a broader curriculum — one that combines academic, practical and vocational learning, enabling all young people to discover their talents — as it feels having an understanding of your talent and potential is key when making decisions about your professional future.
Do you agree?
To find out, we're hosting a live web TV debate on 28 April, 5pm, to discuss what changes should and could be made to the education system and to find out what you think about Edge's ideas about how well education prepares you for career choices and the world of work.
A panel will debate these issues and respond to your questions — which you can submit using the form below.
The panel includes:
David Harbourne, director of policy and research at Edge
Sam Fairgrieve, a young representative from WorldSkills
Manni Mander, a young representative from the Edge Learner Forum
