Top Skills You Can Learn During Co-Vid Lockdown

In the wake of what is now Co-Vid 19 pandemic, people are finding themselves with a lot of time to question past decisions and form new ones. With the numerous lockdowns, and the crippling economic crisis, employability has become the elephant in the room that everyone is addressing differently. Currently, this has become the biggest question at the societal and governmental levels with no possible answers in sight. Will these countries be able to come out of this any sooner? What happens when everything is over? Will people still have jobs? These are just some of the questions looming overhead. 

It is in times like this, when we realize that there are many different categories of unemployment.  People not being able to adapt to the changes in technology and people not being able to learn new skills in time are all questioning their actions. They wish they had learnt how to operate certain software that would have helped them now. Certain employees are on the verge of losing their jobs in this times of crisis and “unadjustability”. 

It is very practical for people, self-quarantined at home to utilize this time to learn new skills, increase their chances of employability to prepare for the next shock waiting to send us into a complete blackout. At Hurray we offer a variety of Online Training courses including IELTS, PTE, OET, English Language as well as Accent Neutralization. Our aim is to provide student centric and process oriented training and prepare aspirants for the future so that armed with the right skills they can be ready for unforeseen challenges that is waiting for us at the end of the lockdown. It may seem rather self-involved but it is very necessary to let ourselves gear up for further such situations. 

What skills should you learn? 

 Chose skills that will help you with your future job opportunities, but keep an open mind:

• Writing: Writing is not all about blogs and novels. In fact, basic writing is required for mundane office situations too. Your memos, meeting summaries, letters for recommendation, and application letters, all require certain flair. Only stating facts and following the same old format will not prove to be as useful as you would imagine. Brush up on your writing skills. Download apps that prompt you to learn and participate. Share your progress with fellow enthusiasts. 
• Public speaking: You do not need to be a politician to know how to speak effectively. If you possess the powers of public speaking, your meetings will be more impressive than before, your presentations will get more creative and your co-workers are sure to value your opinions more than before.
• Meditating: Stress is omnipresent. Meditation will help you declutter your mind of all the negativity from your workplace, from your peers, higher authorities and many external sources. Learning how to meditate will help you focus better in times like these.
• Learning how to organize: The whole situation is quite overwhelming and all the deadlines come tumbling down if you do not organize effectively. Follow video tutorials and organize your desks, work spaces, desktops, hard drives, mail inboxes and other information sources. This will help you to stay prepared for any responses and queries now and in the future.
• Analytical thinking: You may be feeling suffocated with all this negativity in the world. Do not panic. Indulge yourself in puzzles and brainteasers. Help your brain stay sharper and not succumb to all this pressure.
• Learn a new language: This will help you deal with clients in a language they prefer. While this may be considered unprofessional in an office setting, it will surely help you gain more contacts.
• Technical skills: Technical skills like coding, computer languages, data analyzing are very beneficial in the long run. Give them a try.
• Upcoming technologies: Several types of technology are gradually going to be a big part of our lives. It is advised to catch up on them while you still have time. Some of these are the AI, AR/VR and other data sciences. 
• Web development: Skills such as webpage creation and development are will always prove to be handy. Many companies are now going online therefore creating and maintaining websites is one of the most desired skills.
• App development: There are apps for every action today. Technology is overwhelming and learning a skill like this will never go out of practice.
• Digital marketing: These skills are very much in demand right now. Many job profiles require digital marketing, so learning these skills will help you in the long run.
• Develop leadership skills: Listen to podcasts and Ted talks about how you can develop this very useful skill. Read autobiographies of famous leaders and CEOs.
• Learn photography: This skill will also help to serve you a new hobby. You could create your own website, or post on Instagram and Pinterest to name a few. These sites even pay for good work.
• Learn movie reviewing: Many freelancing jobs are available for this skill. If you are a movie buff, and have a natural flair for analyzing the movie – making process including scripting, direction, cinematography, art direction etc. then you could write reviews for various magazines and newspapers. Movie critics are a vital part of the journalism industry and you might end up interviewing some of the most prominent names from different parts of the entertainment industry.
• Learn adobe creative cloud: Get yourself acquainted with Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator as these are in demand right now. These skills will fetch you many internships and jobs. 
• Speed-reading: This skill will help you pass many exams. It will also increase your knowledge and you can use snippets of it in your professional settings, including them in your daily usage along the way. This makes you a confident speaker.
• Learn a new recreational activity: Learn to play a musical instrument, or learn a dance form. This will help you de - stress yourself. When you do get back to office, you could utilize this talent for activities.  
• Read Avidly: Indulge yourself into the world of books. Take up any genre that will help you in the long run. Pick-up self-help books and use the suggestions in real life. Read special audience magazines and learn about something you never explored before.
• Improve memory skills: Listen to online tutorials about the steps and suggestions for the betterment of your memory. 
• Improve your research skills: learn how search engine algorithms work. Learn how to find relevant information for a topic. Develop skills that are helpful for you to write papers and thesis. 

Plan for further studies

• Learn about the top courses of the world: If you have wanted to study abroad then you can invest time in searching for universities offering you the best courses in your field. There more than just the location of the university that you need to know. It is important that you follow your passion but also look into the practicality and availability of these courses. Some top courses are: aeronautical engineering, biomedical engineering, environmental engineering, law, marine biology, theological studies, medicine, psychology and therapy, paramedical, physiotherapy and web development to name a few.
• Learn about top universities that accept IELTS and PTE scores: Top universities like MIT, Harvard, Stanford and Cambridge accept IELTS with a minimum score of 7 bands. 
• Assess whether you will be able to commit yourself to the course: If you are a working professional or if you have other commitments, then it can get difficult for you to concentrate on both the boats you wish to sail on. Often this will prove to be disastrous. So plan your time and dedicate it to learning a course accordingly.
• Analyze the course content: The name of course may be attractive, many of your peers may be opting for that one course but these reasons are not enough for you to pursue them too. Analyze your course curriculum, make sure it has everything you want to learn. Do not take up courses that may be of no  interest or use to you. 
• Calculate employment rate: If you have no prior job experience and are yet to finish your degree then analyze the market. Check the needs and requirements, economic benefits and where you will be in five years’ time if you take up a particular course. Make sure you chose programmes that provide employment. Fancy degrees that only boost your ego are of no use.
• Finance: You must always consider your financial aid and situation before you chose a course. You cannot dive into expensive courses that may or may not be suitable for you.

If you want to learn more about our courses or have, any questions on Overseas Education then mail us on overseaseducation@hurrayedutech.com or call 8971357928. The Hurray Overseas Education Counselling team will fulfil your requirements.