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Always keep an open-mind when making decisions, some of my best career moments have happened after I said yes to something that I wanted to say no to, being outside of your comfort zone is when you will learn the most! Create goals to ensure you have things to aspire and work towards, this will keep you on the right path and motivated. Prior to making big decisions, do your research, ask questions and don't worry if you don't understand something the first time - resilience is they key to success.
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Communications
British Airways
From 10/2023 to 12/2024Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
In my role there is lots of opportunities to promote the British Airways brand and being part of the team that enables this is highly rewarding. Seeing the impact that your work can make motivates me to continue to seek new opportunities and remain curious in my outlook as you never know what a small idea may lead to! I really enjoy when I get to work with various teams across the business to shape ideas and form plans - seeing the outcomes instils a lot of pride across teams.
Greatest achievements
In the first instance, securing the role at British Airways was a huge achievement, as a globally recognised brand with a rich history - this is something to be really proud of. Since joining I have been lucky enough to work on some exciting and meaningful projects, from celebrating 100 years of flying to India, shaping our corporate narrative, to organising multiple events to promote the brand and engage colleagues, media and government. Outside of my role I work to promote a career in aviation to young people to ensure we have a diverse pipeline of the aviators of tomorrow.
Kate R
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What do you want to do when you're older is asked of young people all the time. Few of us really know. I wanted to be a fire fighter, then in the army, then a pilot. That one stuck. I knew nothing about flying but I heard about the air cadets from a friend and joined. It was the flying that I was most focused on but it gave me an insight into the world of the RAF. The camps were the best and my highlight was a flight in a Hawk; it was so exhilarating. Despite all this I realised the forces were not for me and having no clear options I found nursing. This was never on my radar but I loved it and I tried it for a year before committing and then went to University where I got a degree in Paediatric Nursing. I took so much from being a nurse for those few years before flying raised its head again with another opportunity to get a cadetship with BA. I didn't have high expectations but if you don't try then you won't know. I had a go and here I am today as a Captain.
Eugenia O
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My career at British Airways has been varied. It would be my 10th year in the company, including my 6 month hiatus. In BA it is very normal to stay in the company for decades. I never understood it until I left. I was desperate to try something new, and I thought that meant leaving the company. The great thing about working for a large organisation, is that there are various roles within the company. I never thought I would end up in Engineering, but it has been the best decision. Network, get to know other departments, because there really is something available for everyone in this company. Look at the careers page for inspiration and read the job description and advert, as some titles can be misleading! I was not afraid to leave BA for another reputable company, and I was not afraid to come back after 6 months. Try something new until you get what you are looking for.
Omar A
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Being curious allows you to seek new innovative ways of working. Working collaboratively with colleagues helps bring differing perspectives to complex issues.
