Documenting the lives of Irish graduates.
In these difficult times, the Logistics industry has proven its importance; from importing essential PPE, to keeping the grocery stores shelves stocked, and everything in between. Everyone in the Logistics and Supply Chain industry has played their part to keep the country moving. I am proud to call myself an #Essentialworker.
I think really what I've learned since college is to think about what suits you, your life, happiness, and personal goals. I've learned to try get as much experience as possible not only in the role you're in, but also in the role you want to be in...
I know now to look outside the box when it comes to how I learn, to explore all options before settling on one option because it’s considered the norm. Travelling offered me the freedom I had longed for; it opened my eyes to a wide range of opportunities and thought me to overcome my fears...
To anyone thinking about going back as a mature student, my advice is do it. The financial implications are never as bad as you think, there are loans and grants available and with your experience you will be able to secure a part-time job which helps pay your rent. I look back regularly and thank myself for having the courage to do it.
I saw professionals in good jobs leave the industry when they wanted to start a family due to the insecurity that the industry brings and the thoughts of working for peanuts for the foreseeable future certainly did not appeal. I caved in, I played it safe and I lost the faith. I applied for a MSc in Sport Management in UCD. Something with some business in it will help me, right?
I’m also so grateful that I didn’t give up on my BA and that it did provide massive opportunities for me. Although I didn’t see it at the time, finishing that course and taking time out to work and think is the reason I am so fully contented in the career I have begun.
The Irish Graduate 