This LSE graduate studied for one career but ended up in another

After graduating from the London School of Economics, international relations graduate Dhareeni Shanmugam had big dreams of working at the United Nations.

Then COVID-19 hit, and her dream jobs became harder to find. Like many others, she found herself “overqualified” on paper but struggling to find the right fit.

On the Work It podcast, she shares how she switched lanes and built a fulfilling career. Her advice:

- Look for transferable skills across different experiences
- Stay open to roles outside your expected industry
- Redefine success by making an impact where you can