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Secret To Standing Out In The Crowd While Having Fun – A Plan For Summer Holidays

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When in school we hardly ever think about the brutal competition that awaits us soon after the boards. Even the toppers in class are not spared from it. Starting from the entrance tests and college applications to getting your dream job, the race becomes the only constant. The only way to break out from this cycle is to stand out in the crowd.

So, how to set yourself apart from the competition?

How do you become that person who would shine in a crowd?

In the year 2019, 1.6 lacs students from the CBSE board scored 90% and above in their 12th boards, so if you think a stellar mark sheet will do the job, you need to think again. Standing out will require some more work but what if we say that you can do it by enjoying yourself as well?

The Secret To Standing Out While Having Fun

Outside the standard framework of any educational curriculum, there are endless opportunities for students to learn new skills and ignite new passions. These skills and passions are what builds the personality of a student and help them stand out in the crowd.

Often extracurricular activities are not considered to be as important as the academic syllabus of a student. But as you grow, you’ll see how the admission committees at top colleges and even job recruiters want to know what you’ve done apart from studies in your student life.

Yet, to be able to build an impressive extracurricular profile along with a vast academic syllabus can prove to be hectic. But there is no reason to fret. Like we mentioned earlier, you can do it all while having fun, only if you utilize your time wisely. Yes, we mean the summer holidays!

6 Summer Programs To Stand Out In The Crowd- Summer Of 2021

If you don’t want to while away another summer binge-watching shows or visiting your grandparents, you can put the time to good use by learning new skills and building a profile that will stand out from the crowd. Let’s look at some of the amazing summer programs where you will not just upskill but also make new friends and enjoy!

1. Creative Writing

If you enjoy weaving thoughts into paper, get a creative writing course, and who knows, you just might be the next Booker Prize winner. And if that doesn’t pan out, creative writing is a skill that is in high demand in today’s corporate world. Behind every great Ad you watch, every story you read, and every article you read is a creative writer. And the best part is, you don’t have to be the topper in English to be good at creative writing. It is something that comes to people who can think outside the box.

2. Public Speaking

Public speaking is certainly one of the most necessary skills to have in today’s world. No matter which career path you want to pursue, this skill always comes in handy. Public speaking courses are not just about being able to speak on the stage but it’s more about building confidence and having the gravitas to persuade your listeners. Some people have it naturally but many need assistance, and the little nuances and tricks to compel a crowd only come with training.

Enroll in a Public Speaking course this summer.

3. Internship Programs

There is nothing that adds more value to your profile than getting an internship. It means that you have had the taste of the real world. It helps you break the vicious cycle of freshers-with-experience. Too many recruiters want to only hire candidates who have work experience. It is expected even from freshers who have recently passed out from colleges. There are many companies that are willing to hire interns during the summer.

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4. Learn Coding

They don’t simply say that the next generation of professionals is all going to be coders. Students today start to learn coding from the age of 10 and you do not want to be left behind in this race. Coding is also fun, you don’t have to be a genius to be able to learn it with a little training. By the end of it, you can also build your own app, game, or website.

5. Volunteer Work or Community Service

It is the power of youth that can bring about real change. Look at Greta Thunberg or even our very own Gitanjali Rao, they brought about a tangible change in the world by being part of a worthy cause. If you too feel close to a cause, you should take up volunteer work. The big organizations in the social sector always are on the lookout for people who have had experience in volunteering and community service.

6. Enhance Your Artistic Skills

Pick up that art notebook or the guitar that sits in the basement and bring it back to life. Enhance your artistic skills by joining a summer workshop with kindred spirits to make something beautiful. Being able to create art is not something everyone is able to and if you have that talent, you must nourish it. Whether you want to pursue it as a career or not it is a skill that will earn you brownie points anywhere.

So, this summer make sure to utilize your time in the best way possible but also don’t forget to have fun!
Got more questions regarding career choices and your academics? Reach out to one of our counselors.

Kasturi Saikia
Content Manager at Univariety

After working in the travel industry for the past 8 years, Kasturi has now ventured into the EdTech industry which always intrigued her. With extensive research and her past experience, she hopes to provide information that genuinely helps students and parents to have answers regarding academics and careers. She is busy creating her next article, as we speak, with her head bobbing to some rock tunes. Be on the lookout!

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