Didn’t do well in school? You can still be successful
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Hi, it’s Rosalind here, with a new edition of HeadSTart.
We’ve been taught since young that good grades in school are important—so when I was doing badly in school, it felt like the end of the world to me. As a young working adult, I’ve come to realise that your school grades do not always dictate the future.
Several people have turned their failing grades into success stories—be it through pursuing further studies or carving out a career path of their own. Senior correspondent Stephanie Yeo spoke with some of them and you can read about their experiences here.
Does applying early for a job give you a distinct edge over other applicants? Recruiters my colleague Hong Yi spoke with say they often consider applications as they come, and being among the first few candidates can help the applicant to stand out. But there are other things to consider when applying early. Learn more in this week's askST Jobs column.
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