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Yesterday was #socialmobilityday and I loved reading all the stories of talented professionals who are #stateschoolproud. We have the HR tools to identify those with the potential to do a role well, yet some people are still ignored due to bias 🤦🏼. Sometimes unconscious. Sometimes not 🤷♀️. Who’d have thought the scruffy little girl in this photo (with her much missed brother and Nan) would have travelled overseas to purchase menswear for one of the poshest stores in London? Thankfully we had profiling tools 30+ years ago when I left my state school and was looking for permanent work. And they helped me land my first permanent job. I remember my first interview though. I could almost feel the disdain from my interviewer (from a fashion department in a store in London) who kept banging on about my Saturday job in my local greengrocers (which I had started when I was just 13 years old). She clearly wasn’t impressed. I suspect my accent wasn’t quite what she was looking for either, as I was living on a council estate. I had also failed my A-levels, as my brother had passed away from Cystic Fibrosis that year. On paper I was not ticking many boxes for her. Yet I knew I would be great at the role. I loved fashion and I was a hard worker and customers loved me. And I was good with numbers. I never got passed the first interview. Yet a week later I had 2 assessment days with Harrods and also Jaeger. So ‘posh’ stores. #personalityprofiling, #aptitudetests, a competency based interview, a role play and group exercise. I was initially terrified, but ended up loving the experiences. And I was offered a trainee manager job at BOTH companies 👏. I decided on Harrods and at 24 yrs old I was buying men’s accessories for them ❤️. Companies of course should use the tools to help them identify the right candidates. As Talent is talent. It comes from many different backgrounds. My job at Thomas, is to encourage companies to use unbiased talent tools for recruiting and getting the best out of ALL of their employees, which of course help people like me, get the opportunities they deserve ❤️. And the companies who use them of course get to recruit and retain those who are likely to succeed ❤️. And I absolutely love doing it 👏. #diversityandinclusion #talent #socialmobility #thomasinternational The 93% Club Thomas

Graduates applying for jobs 👩🏼💻 - Applying for junior/graduate/assistant creative roles out of university. - Jobs are looking for qualifications and requirements that I possess. - Putting myself out there with portfolios, creative CVs, and detailed cover letters. - Contacing the company direcly to discuss the role. - Reaching out to recruiter’s about roles. - Wanting to start a long term career and develop and progress in a role and company. Responses… ‘Sorry you don’t have enough experience’ ‘Sorry I don’t even know what a fashion and lifestyle stylist is’ ‘Sorry a Fashion Media & Promotion degree that still isn’t enough’ ‘Sorry you won’t even get offered an interview’ Reasons to hire grads and give them a opportunity 🎓 Adaptable & reliable- We’re quick to learn and enjoy facing new and exciting challenges. Movitated & keen - We’re wanting to get hired, we want that job, graduates bring new innovative ideas and knowledge from their degrees. Creative & diverse - We give a different perspective and bring something new to a team. Companies futures - We’re looking for a long term career and we will shape the future of companies.

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Do any of these jobs excite you?! If yes, head straight to www.styleninetofive.com for more information and to apply. When you submit your application, your resume will go straight to the inbox of the hiring manager. #FashionWriting #FashionJournalism #FashionInternship #FashionMagazine #CareerInFashion #FashionIndustry #AspiringWriters #JournalismCareers #FashionCareers #FashionMedia

THE INDUSTRY HAS FAILED US You can say both positive and negative things about the fashion industry. Everything is a balance, yet not neccessarily “in balance”. Today is about how the industry has failed this balance with several mistakes. It’s about how the industry fail job applicants in their journey towards employment, development and dream positions. Someone passionated and hardworking, often beyond the ordinary, knowing the fact that 100% is not always enough. Someone with talented skills, a great resume or someone newly graduated from years of studying. THE JOB ADVERTISEMENT Companies in the fashion industry are very good at listing their desires and requirements of profiles and competencies, leaving the “What we offer you” section with only three points if it’s even there. Examples of this could be: “You will be given plenty of responsibility and opportunity of sparring with experienced colleagues”. “You will be part of a culture, where we believe everything is possible, if we help each other”. In my opinion, “sparring” and “help each other” goes hand in hand, and should be expected from the job applicant’s point of view if they should be able to adapt and improve as an individual or team. Lot’s of job applicants do their best presenting and selling themselves through CV, cover letters, portfolios or maybe some additional material as well. The companies should put just as much effort in making the job positions attractive both written and visually. THE REJECTION Being rejected is always tough. Not simply because you want a job, but because you have put a lot of time and energy in presenting and selling yourself. However, a rejection is better than being ignored. Companies should take the time to inform job applicants about the status of their application, whether it’s a personal or automatic reply. Companies know what they want, and they have seen thousands of applications. They should be able to give a few sentences of feedback on this if requested. INTERNSHIPS Looking for interns is another way of saying: “I’m looking for free labor”. Internships should not only be a way of gaining work experience. It should serve as a trial period for companies to evaluate whether the intern is a suitable match for the company and position or not. When companies are offering unpaid internships for at least 3-6 months, i’d like to ask them: "Don’t you need food every single day? Don’t you have a monthly rent to pay? Don’t you have a list of stuff you need in order to be a well-functioning human being"? Well, I have, which makes this offer and requirement absolutely ridiculous. FUTURE So, how can we improve an industry that seems to be in imbalance? Well, let’s start with a voice. Let’s start with lot’s of voices, because changes does not come out of nothing. You can say both positive and negative things about the fashion industry, but today I’m addressing a few negative ones out of several. Let's make changes. #weareworthbalance

Dear Gen Z, Your generation (and the generations before you) have done a great job of challenging the status quo when it comes to workplace expectations. Your generation, specifically, has started a strong movement for a lot of good change that I think are long overdue and that we should get on board with. However, the one thing that I don't think we should ever get on board with, and something that I think needs to be addressed, is coming to an interview in your hoodie or other casual/streetwear clothing. Whether it's for an internship or a job or even a simple video introduction recording that you submit with your application, please dress appropriately! I am all for comfortability anywhere else, and I will always advocate for expressing yourself, but please be professional. Beyond professionalism, dressing appropriately is a sign of respect for the company and the job, and first impressions will always be important. #hiring #interview #jobsearch #professionalism

*DOES ENTRY LEVEL MEAN ENTRY LEVEL?* Breaking into the fashion industry / creative space at the entry level has proven to be an unexpected challenge. Despite my experience and accomplishments, the job market remains a tough landscape to navigate… at entry level. Starting the working world at 16, I quickly moved up to management by 18 and ventured into personal shopping services alongside luxury retail at 19.  By 20, I launched my own boutique brand and by 21, secured placement in a major Manchester store.  I've managed marketing, PR, and operations, learning from every mistake and turning setbacks into successes. My clothes have been worn by celebrities like Chris Brown, Craig David, Wes Nelson and more. I've shipped internationally and had my brand featured worldwide, all while balancing a full-time degree…oh and I’ve also made very item of clothing too. Yet, the job market feels like a different game altogether. Applying to jobs often leads to long silences or generic rejections. If my CV isn't detailed enough, I'll make it more comprehensive, I’ll add more detail. But that goes against everything I’ve been told. 2 pages max. What do recruiters want? It's an interesting question, something I am yet to find out. An entry level position should require no experience... right? I'm a self-starter, motivated, and determined—qualities that should stand out to employers. My passion is evident through my work, but it feels like I'm reduced to just a resume. If you're looking or knows someone who is, for someone who goes above and beyond, let's connect. I've proven what I can achieve with no experience, no capital, and no contacts. Imagine what I can do within an organisation. please share, let's generate a conversation, let's help people get jobs. #jobsearch #manchester #recruiters #entryleveljobs #fashionindustry #PR #idealcandidate #london #job #entrylevel #fashion #marketing #creativity #hireme #jobhunt

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Fashion week season is in full swing, and attending these events not only allows you to see the latest creations from industry players but also offers attractive opportunities to work for some of the showcased brands. However, getting a job during fashion week is rather tough. Here are some steps that can help, but please note they don’t guarantee success. RESEARCH FASHION WEEK EVENTS Start by researching the Fashion Week events happening in your city or the city you wish to work in. Identify the specific fashion shows, presentations, or events that you are interested in. IDENTIFY JOB OPPORTUNITIES Look for job postings or opportunities related to Fashion Week. Common roles include backstage assistants, dressers, showroom assistants, event staff, production assistants, or social media coordinators. NETWORK Attend fashion industry events, seminars, or panels where you can meet professionals and make connections. Reach out to people you know in the industry and let them know you are looking for opportunities. CONTACT BRANDS & PR AGENCIES Reach out directly to fashion brands or PR agencies that are organizing events. Introduce yourself, express your interest in working with them, inquire about any available jobs. Be professional, enthusiastic, and highlight any relevant experience or skills you have. UPDATE YOUR RESUME/PORTFOLIO Tailor your resume to highlight any relevant fashion industry experience, such as internships, retail jobs, or previous event work. If you have a portfolio of work, include it to showcase your skills and creativity. VOLUNTEER If you’re having trouble finding paid positions, consider volunteering. Volunteering can provide valuable industry connections, hands-on experience, and an opportunity to showcase your work ethic and skills. It can also lead to future job opportunities or recommendations. BE FLEXIBLE & RELIABLE Fashion Week can be a hectic and fast-paced environment. Be prepared to work long hours, adapt to changing circumstances, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Show that you are reliable and punctual. #fashionweek #pfw #mfw #nyfw #cphfw #career #careeradvice