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Navigating the Transition
            from University to Workplace

                      When Starting Your First Job


        For many graduates, leaving higher education and starting their first job may be an exciting but
        difficult moment. The transition to a professional context after years of education and future
        planning requires adaptability and an entirely new set of skills.


                      University                        Workplace
                   Frequent holidays                   Limited time off
                    Individual effort                   Team effort
                      Professors                          Bosses
                   Explore knowledge             Get results with your knowledge
                  Less initiative required         A lot of initiative required
                    "Right" answers                  Less "right" answers
                   Flexible schedule               More structured schedule







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