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Even when it feels like you have a setback, there are always opportunities to learn, and having that mindset makes those setbacks so much more manageable and surmountable. If something hasn't gone to plan, rather than feeling too badly about it and beating yourself up, asking yourself what the greatest learning points were makes sure you can gain from the experience. One of the most important things I've realised is that I can also ask others what they think the main take aways are too - and that fresh perspective can really drive your own motivation and help approach new situations from a different angle going forward! Even in circumstances where things have gone really well, it's always worth reflecting why it went well in the first place, and what can be taken away from this and applied to other problems and situations. Your colleagues are some of your greatest learning resources, and no question is ever silly, so don't be afraid just to ask!

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HR Generalist Graduate

Lloyds Banking Group Talent

From 11/2024 to 11/2024

Company

What do you live about your job and the company?

Work is a massive part of your life, you spend a lot of time there, and I truly believe that HR should be there to help people grow and feel empowered and happy in their jobs. Whether it be from a learning and development perspective, through recognition and reward, or through grievance processes - the pastoral aspect of work is all too easily forgotten about in the midst of deadlines and deliverables, but it is so important to have a positive work environment whereby people feel supported, and wake up wanting to come to work. I am passionate about making that tangible different to colleagues' day-to-day lives, and fostering an environment whereby they feel that they can bring their whole selves to t, heir job and in turn be their best selves, with the opportunity to grow and learn new things, and make the most of their skills and strengths.

Greatest achievements

I helped build a microsite on SharePoint which delivered training, resources, and communication about the year end process and GPS to our colleagues. This required working on core skillsets of prioritisation and organisation, managing stakeholders, and communication - both written and verbal. I also had the fantastic opportunity to develop more technical skills relating to SharePoint and PowerPoint. This project has had a tangible impact, helping line managers understand the year end process and allocation of GPS, and was the first big step in the year end process, which was incredibly exciting. There were tight deadlines, and challenging situations to navigate, but I learnt so much in the process both about GPS and my own working style.

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Before you apply for a job and when you join a company, do not be scared to reach out to people.

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Be proactive - chances are your dream job won't fall into your lap right away! Ask the right people the right questions, reach out to people on LinkedIn, value the expertise and experience of others and actively seek it out. Also, don't get in your own way - believe in your own skills and abilities, remind yourself of how far you've come, and remember rejection is normal and not a reflection of your potential. Just a reflection of one impression at one moment in time and an opportunity for self-improvement and growth - humble yourself to be open to constructive feedback!

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Top Insider Advice

Curiosity drives learning and innovation. By being curious, you open yourself up to new experiences and knowledge. This means asking questions, seeking out new information, and being willing to explore unfamiliar areas. Authenticity is about being true to yourself and your values. When you are authentic, you build trust and credibility with others. This involves being honest, transparent, and genuine in your interactions. Proactive. Instead of waiting for things to happen, you make things happen. This involves planning ahead, taking responsibility, and being prepared to act. At LBG we want to see the real you, we want to see your curiosoity for the role your applying for and we want to see that your enthusiastic about all things LBG. Make sure you know our values and our strategy, that way we see you have proactively taking an interest in the company as a whole, not just the role.

Discussions with Isabella C
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Monday, December 2, 2024
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