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In this conversation, Michael Horrigan discusses the challenges faced by graduates in today's job market, emphasizing the disconnect between education and employment expectations. He highlights the importance of redefining the student experience in job applications, common mistakes students make, and the significance of finding the right fit in a career. Michael shares insights from his early career experiences, the role of curiosity in career development, and the value of global experiences. He also addresses employer expectations in graduate recruitment and the journey of being a solo founder in entrepreneurship, concluding with advice on essential skills for the future, particularly in AI and free thinking.Interested in learning more about RecruitGrads? We help companies see who's motivated, capable and great to work with - before interviews begin.https://recruitgrads.ai/Where to find MichaelGradWorx: https://www.gradworx.io/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-horrigan/

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In this conversation, Michael Horrigan discusses the challenges faced by graduates in today's job market, emphasizing the disconnect between education and employment expectations. He highlights the importance of redefining the student experience in...

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