The GradGate: Why you are more employable than you think

by Yousef Shadid

Ever wondered why some graduates spend weeks or months looking for a job post graduation while others get multiple job offers much earlier in their degree? The GradGate takes you through the graduate journey. It explains how a graduate's employability is developed right from their very first day on campus up until they land their first graduate job. Complete with valuable insights from successful professionals and industry leaders as listed below, this book outlines clear actions for both students and graduates to help them land their dream roles. 1. Amit Naik ◆ Management Consultant Manager, Accenture 2. Dom Jennings ◆ Managing Consultant, Robert Walters 3. Jamal Elamsy ◆ Global Sales Manager, Platinum Health 4. Mahmoud Naser ◆ RPA Lead, Deloitte Consulting 5. Param Artputhanathan ◆ Int'l Student Engagement Manager, Monash University

144 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 17, 2021

Reviews

[Mahmoud Naser · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shadid breaks down the student university journey quite well. He explains the journey by focusing on making the most of life after graduation. He encourages students to plant the right career and networking seeds early in their journey.

The tips provided in this books are in line with what seasoned professionals tell young grads to focus on, but the book adds more details to the steps and provides the right level of guidance.

It highlights the importance of networking both traditional and modern platforms such as LinkedIn and the value one can attain for these activities.

I thought his analogies of the topics, the level of details and his style made this book an enjoyable read.

I would highly recommend this book for university students of all years and recent graduates.

[Ana Agudelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think it is a great book for graduates and for those who have started the job-hunting journey, as the book gives helpful tools and insights to be successful in finding a suitable position. As a professional who has been in the job-seeking process in Australia, I relate to many mentioned tips that I wish I would have done before my graduation. Definitely, I would recommend this book to students (like my little sister who is doing the first year of her bachelor degree) and graduates not only because it is an easy read but also because it does provide the basics to improve the employability skills. If you apply what is recommended in the book, believe me, that could save you time!

[sujan dev · Rating 5 out of 5]

I would highly recommend this book which is an inspiring guide to the often demoralising process of job hunting. Yousef blends his professional and personal experiences in this book, together with the lessons he's learnt along the way. In addition, the book is full of great tips and advice on areas such as networking, interview procedures, resume writing and so on, with lots of clear examples to illustrate the points made. Many of the recommendations stated are things I wish I had done before graduating. Overall, it’s a great book for the graduates and it provides a lot of confidence and insights into their job-hunting process. Thank you Yousef for such a great book!

[Salma ElSayed · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yousef lists a clear and organized pathway for university students to start building their employability skills as early as possible. In addition, his writing style boosts self confidence tremendously along with giving practical tips to handle natural confusion and the feeling of being lost. Wished to have read it earlier =D

He also shares some inspiring stories of successful graduates who had been in your place of confusion but managed to draw their way through success.
It's a light practical book that I recommend it to university students in all years.

[Faymie Li · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so good that I took longer time to read it and reflect. In fact, I read it twice.

There were a few moments that I wish I knew or I did when I was a university student if I had this book earlier. I highly recommend any students or graduates to read it. This book covers from year one study to graduate, so no matter what stage your study is at, you can gain something from reading it. Even though the theme is set for Australian audience, you will find a lot of similarity in New Zealand.

A great book not to be missed.

[Tatiana Copello · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The GradGate” it’s the book I’d wanted to have at the side of my bed during my whole university degree journey. I highly recommend it for students, recent graduates that are looking their first job opportunity or even for experienced professionals, this book it’s a great guide for self introspection and the easy structure will help you to define clear actions to take in the searching of your dream job.

[Laura Slater · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really great book, wish I had been able to read this a little earlier on in my degree, so that I could have actioned some of the tips and insights earlier. But as they say better late than never. Definitely the idea resource for students to refer back to, to help the guarantee their success post graduation

[Nadeem · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really needed this book and I have to leave a review because I wouldn't have got my grad experience without it! I was recommended the book by a friend, it's easy to read and the tips are so simple and they worked for me!!

[christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I know the author as a talented writer but most importantly, as a great friend. He is pure art and he makes it too. This book will help grads build the foundations of their career path and a strong mindset for pursuing their goals. Motivating and insightful, every grad should have a copy!

[Genevieve · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly recommend this book. A good read and excellent framework to get you into a mindset that makes you nothing but employable. This is the kind of book I wish was around when I started university.

[Leila Amehri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really had enjoyed this powerful and helpful book...

I would love to have this book right to me 4 years ago when I was graduated, it would have been very helpful ... So many tips and advice !
Amazing book :)

[Pk · Rating 5 out of 5]

Easy to read and great for all stages of university. Yousef has done an amazing job in identifying and capturing what students and job seekers struggle with and presenting solid and easy to implement solutions. Highly recommend not only for students but, for working professionals too.

[Kerry Toumbourou · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yousef has been able to clearly communicate the most important information graduates need in order to land a dream role. Highly recommended.

[Hussam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great insights! So many useful tips 💯

[Isabelle Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I highly recommended it, and a great read!
The GradGate provides helpful tips and tools for graduates and students to achieve their career paths. With a bonus, their consultations are 10/10!

[Navid Luiz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Would recommend to all university students. It’s a very competitive world out there and this book will give you the edge. Do yourself the favour, future you depends on it

[Jenna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome book. Really well written. You can tell it’s written by someone who is really passionate about helping students find their grad position. You won’t regret buying this.

[Anthony Massih · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Gradgate is a must have! Yousef provides so much information that extremely relevant today. I would recommend this book to all university students!

[Tamana Shahabi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book and so well written! Breaks down the issues and challenges graduates face and strategies to overcome them! Highly recommend!

[Omar Kam · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book for all students looking to integrate themselves from their uni life to their dream career!

[Abdelbaset Nazzal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very informative and summaries everything about job search in today’s job market.