Your child’s graduation has arrived after three to four years of hard studying and approximately £30,000 later – yes, they are finally ready (so you think) for the big, wide world of work! 

All may not be how you had imagined…

You would think that universities prepare graduates well for their first job. However the reality is over half of businesses don’t agree that they are ‘work ready’, stating that many graduates lack problem-solving skills and it is impossible to count on them in a business setting particularly within the first year of work. 

The main issue being that university learning is very educational based and not enough practical, real world learning. So for the majority of graduates, they lack these core business skills, techniques and insights that are so essential to succeed and add real value in the work environment. 

Similarly, many graduates also find stepping into work life difficult and it is to really no surprise! Leaving the education system behind and jumping into the business world can be a huge culture shock for many, meaning missed opportunities, frustrations and a tough first couple of years of work ahead. 

Graduates need to go through a steep learning curve and become indispensable to the team through liaising well with clients, build that business rapport and network, meet often very tight quick turnaround deadlines and understand how you can improve situations given the data, systems, products and services the business you work for offers. 

So what are businesses looking for from a graduate?

From first hand experience and liaising with some of the top businesses and recruiters in the country, this gap between graduates and businesses has become very apparent. Undoubtedly graduates are highly educated in their subject area after finishing university however do not have the right business acumen to succeed in this business environment and to take these transferable skills into their new role. 

Businesses above anything else want to see the right mindset through the graduate demonstrating passion, enthusiasm and confidence. The actual business knowledge can be learnt, but it’s the graduates presence within a workplace that they want to see thrive at these earlier stages. Graduates should be eager to get involved in all elements and shouldn’t feel that filing or photocopying is beneath them if that is the job they’ve been asked to do. Afterall, everyone has to start somewhere! 

A revolutionary course designed for graduates before entering the workplace

Give your career the Flying Start you deserve! We aim to bridge the gap between leaving university and landing your first job, through a course that is designed for those who want to go into any commercial business and progress at a fast pace. We’ll not only teach you the tips to staying ahead of the game but also use proven techniques that we have used in FSTE 250 companies. 

Our one week course will give a grounded understanding on how businesses think, behave and what will be expected from you as a graduate. Importantly there will be actionable tasks to be able to develop your business mindset and core skills so that no matter which company you join, you’ll be prepared to add real value. We’re truly giving you the chance to accelerate your career, before it has even started!

With proven techniques and a whole wealth of first-hand experiences, we’ll ensure you or your new graduate will be well equipped to hit the ground running from day one.