Building your Profile during Covid-19

“There are decades where nothing happens; and there are weeks where decades happens“ - Vladimir Lenin.

The universities and schools have been in lockdown for months now, and the time needed for everything to go back to normal is still uncertain. But this does not mean that you need to put your Masters' dreams on hold. You can choose to see the silver lining in this situation and use the time to upskill yourself and get to work.

We know that your social media profiles are filled with posts advising you to use this time productively. Covid-19 has proved to be a tough time for everyone. Many students are either looking for top colleges for their field of interests or even figuring out where their true passion lies.

This lockdown can prove to be beneficial for you in several ways. Instead of letting your career halt due to this dangerous pandemic, it's time to create opportunities for ourselves.

We wake up in the morning; usually, binge watch shows and movies, eat food, talk to friends, and in no time, it is 10 pm already. We are wasting this precious time that can be utilized on strengthening our profiles instead. For example, there are websites like Coursera, edX etc. which provide you with courses from some reputed universities like Princeton, Yale, Georgia Tech, and many more. Doing such courses would not only improve your skills and knowledge about that field, but it would also provide certification, which would add to your resume and make your profile stronger.

You can start the process of profile building by finding out the prerequisites of the university you are interested in.

If you do not know how to take the first step towards strengthening your profile, you can schedule a free counselling call with Rubeus Consultancy and get your profile evaluated. The consultants will provide you with suggestions and solutions to shape your profile in the right direction.

Here are some ideas to get you started!

● Go Digital:

In this modern era, it is necessary to know how to work on a digital platform. Before this pandemic, people went to schools/colleges/workplace. However, now it’s not the same. People have no choice other than working/studying online. This situation is driving people towards online video conferencing on applications like Zoom, Google Meet, etc. Companies are functioning on remote work with the help of apps like Notion and Slack. Online course platforms like Coursera, Udemy, etc. are offering selected courses for free. Standardized test preparation platforms like Magoosh offer online classes as well as free apps to help students prepare for GRE/GMAT. Covid-19 has made people realize the importance of working digitally, and the world might continue to work as much in the future too, Hence, you should hone your technical skills to stay updated.

● Focus on the Skills in demand:

A smart move right now would be to analyze the field you are interested in and find out about the prerequisites of that field. And remember,“Smart Work” over “Hard Work”! Once you identify the prerequisites, start working on them. When a university notices that you excel in the required skills, it will immediately draw the attention of the admission officers, leading you to an excellent career opportunity. Universities look for students who show them promise. So to be the student that stands out,you must show passion for the field, sound knowledge about the field, and experience in the field. Thus, upskill yourself, validate your skills with practical application, and gain experience during this pandemic.

● Stick to your routine:

Yes, building a profile requires a lot of work and focus. And considering the situation around us, it is hard for all of us to maintain focus and work towards it undeterred. There was a time when you would wake up at 6 am, get ready, have breakfast, go to your university, come back, rest, catch up on work, and call it a day. However, that’s not the case now. It is harder to maintain the same routine at home. It is because of several distractions; family members, no work environment, lethargy, etc. The disturbance which is caused can slow down your thinking process. It is human tendency to give in to laziness. To keep this from happening, and remain self motivated and focused, it is important to stick to a routine, set goals and a timeline, and achieve them one by one. But then again, don’t be too hard on yourself. Follow a pace you are comfortable with.

● Learn a new language:

Many of us are ambitious and eager to crack that one exam and move to a different country. What you might be missing out on is the idea of learning a new language. You have the time right now as well as the opportunity. So, start learning that language you have always wanted to learn. Multilingualism is a great skill to have, that can help you achieve an increased number of opportunities.

Thus, work on building a strong profile right now and you’ll see the results soon. The points above are here to give you a small push to help you refocus. You can make a small investment for your bright future and register for a ‘Profile Building Pack’ customized by Rubeus Consultancy. The consultants will not only lay down a yearly plan with their suggestions but also keep track of your progress with their monthly counselling calls. Make the best use of it and make yourself more productive than ever. Utilize as much as you can because if you think about it clearly, this pandemic is not a slowdown for you, it is an opportunity which would benefit you, if used correctly. All the best!