Discovering your strengths is the first step in choosing a career

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Career advice you wish your parents had given you

We asked. You told us.

Help! What subjects should I choose?

Thinking about what subjects to take at school next year? We’ve got lots of information to help you make the right choices.

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You're remarkable – but do you realise it?

You’re good at lots of things so stop worrying about your weaknesses, focus on your strengths and get the future you deserve.

Using your strengths to succeed

What do a MasterChef, a racing driver and Gary: Tank Commander have in common with you?

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Using your strengths at school

Make school a pleasure, rather than a pain, by choosing subjects and activities that let you play to your strengths.

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Selling your strengths when applying for jobs

There’s more to a good CV or a great interview than just work experience. Learn how to sell your strengths and give yourself an edge over all those other candidates.

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Does Kaye Adams know her own strength?

As an experienced journalist, Kaye Adams doesn’t get shocked by much but her strengths tool results gave her some surprises.

10 ways to spot your strengths

Sometimes you can be too close to something to see it properly – even your own strengths.

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7 reasons why using your strengths is good for you

When we use our strengths we’re happier, we perform better and we learn faster

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My World of Work is here to help you. Here's how.

Whether you're just starting out with your career plans or are thinking about making a change, My World of Work offers tools and advice to help you.