“I love speaking to young people particularly, because I think my own journey is a good example that when you do work hard, ultimately you will be successful in whatever career you choose. “As young people, one of the best things you have is energy. Use that energy in a positive and constructive way. If you feel strongly about something, show it and share it with others.
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View detailsAttending the Ariana Grande gig really did throw me off my GCSE’s as I had to sit my exams the very next day. I was leaving through one of the exits when I heard a bang and felt the stairwell shake. I was knocked over and grazed my leg as people ran to get away, and lost my bag with all my belongings.
View detailsAlso in attendance was daughter Taylor Ward, who spoke about social media and being an influencer, and twin beauty technicians at Skulpt Medical Distribution Gemma Betton, Director of Education, and Rebecca Ashton-Salvador, Director of Operations, who spoke about how the industry has developed over the past 20 years. Dawn said: “I came to The Manchester College because it’s one of the best colleges to learn about the industry. Everyone will take something different away from what I’ve said today, but ultimately I want the students to feel inspired and I want them to know that if you believe, you can achieve.
View detailsAchievement Tutor Craig Thomasson said: “Altom has continually impressed me since day one. Watching how he has grown and developed has been a daily inspiration for me. I am so proud to see all his hard work begin to pay off and wish him all the best in his future career.”
View detailsAround 25 pupils participated in the construction myth busting event, making one of the needed small steps to attract more females into the sector and understand what Charlotte describes as ‘equal opportunities in the industry’.
View detailsBreaking down barriers to education - Lisa O’Loughlin, Principal, The Manchester College Widening participation in education has been a key focus across the sector in recent years. In fact as we have seen in the news in past weeks, the government has tasked universities with targeting disadvantaged groups in a bid to get them into higher education.
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View detailsBuilding your brand Build on your experiences and expand your profile by doing work experience, an industry placement, or taking on more responsibility in your part-time work. Find a mentor who can introduce you to new people and networks as well as helping you discuss your USP and how you can develop it further. Take every opportunity to read up on successful people and listen to inspirational speakers.
View detailsNicky Smith, GCSE and Functional Skills English Tutor, said: "From day one, I knew Laura had the potential to do well in GCSE. She was eager to learn and obviously had some inherent skill but lacked confidence and the knowledge of how to express her ideas articulately.
View detailsThis isn’t the end of our students’ journey though, as the competition also serves as a feeder for the national WorldSkills competitions. So, we might have some more good news to share in the not too distant future. Stuart added: “A special mention also goes to our College’s Student Ambassadors, who played a vital role on the day by ensuring all participants were comfortable and knew where they needed to be at what time.
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