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Career Advice

Start Your Job Right

How to Get Your Career off to a Good Start

24. May 2023 |

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Well done! You’ve written convincing applications and attended a number of job interviews. You may have even received several job offers that sparked your interest. In truth, it can sometimes be difficult to choose between them. It could feel as though you’re spoiled for choice.

How to get your career off to a good start

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ACTIVATE YOUR NETWORK

If you’re not sure which offer to accept, take a look at the Career Guide Tip “Which job is right for you” and the career profile you drew up. Think back what your aims were when you started looking for a job. What matters to you most in your future job? Do you have particular strengths you want to apply? Which skills do you want to develop and refine? Certain offers might be better suited to achieving these goals than others.

Consult your network and speak with your mentors about the options open to you. It’s helpful to have someone who knows you well and is also able to assess the jobs market. You’re always welcome to get in touch with the careers experts at TUM Alumni & Career.