According to the latest data, the total number of higher education graduates in China is expected to reach 11.79 million by 2024, an increase of 210,000 from the previous year.
This increase reflects two realities: first, higher levels of education have enabled more young people to have access to higher education; Second, as the number of graduates climbs, they will face unprecedented employment challenges.
In this situation, graduates need to think about how to break through the fierce competition in the workplace.
In the past, a university diploma was a prized achievement, and university students were regarded as a valuable human resource, and holding this certificate almost guaranteed a stable and honorable job.
However, with the popularity of higher education, the number of college students has proliferated, and they have become like carp crossing the river, with many graduates competing for limited job opportunities.
Nowadays, the "gold content" of university diplomas is not as good as it used to be, and the competitiveness of graduates in the job market is correspondingly weakened.
There are experts** that there are four types of college students who may face greater employment challenges in the future, and even if they have a high degree of education, it may be difficult to find a satisfactory job. Let's work together on these four types of college students.
First of all, those in the four years of collegeStudents who do not have a clear goal in mind
These students may only have fun in college, be absent-minded in class, be addicted to video games in class, and rely on luck when it comes to exams. As a result, when they graduate, they find that they have not learned substantive skills, and it is naturally difficult to find a job. They may reflect on how they didn't make the most of their time in college to improve themselves.
Second, there are students who have goals but a shorter horizon. For example, they aim to get into college, but lack a long-term career plan.
These students may lack a clear plan for their future during college, are unclear about what career they want to pursue after graduation, or have vague plans for their careers.
Their future plans and career plans are blank.
This lack of planning can easily lead to confusion after graduation and not knowing where to go next.
In addition, there are students who may excel academically, or even be the best on campus, but who appear lacking in social practice and work experience, so to speakNerds with excellent grades
These students may have very good grades, but they are at a loss when it comes to society and the workplace. I don't know anything during the interview, and my work ability is almost zero.
They mistakenly believe that excellent academic results will guarantee a good job, but the reality often hits them hard.
There are also some students who may be good at learning professional knowledge, butNeglecting to improve one's comprehensive ability, such as communication skills, teamwork skills, etc., lack of some social experience.
These soft skills are increasingly valued in today's workplace. Employers now value your overall abilities more than just your academic performance.
So, how should college students respond to these challenges?
First of all, they need to be for:Set yourself a clear goal, not just short-term, such as being admitted to university, but should have long-term, such as the career you want to engage in after graduation.
University life is not only about learning book knowledge, but also about finding your own career direction.
Secondly, students should:Actively participate in social practice。Whether it's an internship, volunteering, or student club activity, these are valuable experiences.
These experiences will not only help you better understand society, but also improve your soft skills that will give you an edge when you graduate and look for a job.
Again, don't forgetExercise your comprehensive ability。Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills need to be strengthened. In this way, you can be more competitive in the workplace.
Finallyand have a positive attitude. There will definitely be setbacks in your job search, but the key is to stay optimistic, keep learning and improving, and believe that there will always be a job for you.
College life is more than just studying. It is a process of self-exploration and growth.
We must not only learn the knowledge in books, but also learn to understand ourselves, improve ourselves, and prepare for the future.
Four years of college pass in a flash, don't wait until you graduate to find that you are not ready for anything.