Career path in your 20s can be tough, And it’s Normal. This is your guide on how to figure it out.

Finding your career path in your 20s can feel like trying to solve a puzzle with half the pieces missing. You’ve just graduated, your resume feels empty, and every job listing wants “1-3 years of experience for Entry levels.” You started to question yourself, “How am I supposed to get experience if no one will give me a chance?”

Let’s be real.

It’s frustrating. It’s exhausting. And some days, it feels downright hopeless. Meanwhile your peers are announcing new job offers, social media and internships at top companies. 

The peer pressure is real. The comparison slowly destroys your self-confidence.

In your 20s, you are starting your own journey, you are not with your teachers anymore, your parents might no longer have an idea on what you should do next. 

It’s okay to feel all that frustration and you are not supposed to figure everything out at once. 

Let me tell you about Christine Lin who once stood exactly where you might be now.

Six years ago, Christine graduated with no work experience, no clear career plan, and a heart full of self-doubt. She applied for jobs she wasn’t sure she even wanted and an internship in Business Development at Crossworks drives her potential to become who she is today.

Today marks Christine’s 6th year at Crossworks. From starting as an intern to now serving as General Manager, she’s played a key role in supporting local talents and shaping a learning-driven environment for Myanmar youth.

Her story isn’t about overnight success. It’s about showing up when things are uncertain, learning on the job, and creating change.

 (watch her story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WkWa5qpTU6w)

If Christine had to start all over again today, in this chaotic job market, here’s what she’d do differently.

1. Build Confidence from the Ground Up

Confidence doesn’t magically appear once you get a job. It starts with embracing small wins, completing a personal project, learning a new skill online, or even volunteering. It may seem like a small thing but recognize them as achievements as they build your foundation to self-confidence. 

2. Make LinkedIn Your Personal Stage

Forget the idea that LinkedIn is only for CEOs or people who already have it all figured out. Start using it to share your journey. Post about the free course you took. Reflect on a skill you’re developing. Show your growth, even if it’s messy.

3. Detach Self-Worth from Job Titles

Your job title doesn’t define your worth. Being “unemployed” means you’re in a phase of learning, growing, and creating value even if it’s unpaid. Whether it’s a side project, freelance work, or helping a friend’s business, offering your value and proving it builds credibility, resilience and confidence. That’s how you begin to leverage yourself and get you prepared for all the titles coming soon in your way.

4. Craft interview skills 

Interviewing is a skill built through practice, self-awareness, and strategy. Share your strengths through stories, not straight-forward replies. Prepare and practice dodging questions and training your confidence in speaking. Think of interview time as having a conversation on reflecting about what your strengths are and communicate how you can be valuable for them. Having mock-up interview practices also helps in building that interview confidence and your own way to respond smart. 

5. Equip Yourself with Industry-Trending Skills (in AI & Content Creation in 2025)

We live in a world where the job market evolves faster than ever. And guess what? Employers now look beyond degrees. They want to see that you can adapt, create, and stay current.

To stand out, it’s essential to learn skills most employers seek: 

• Learning how to use AI tools like ChatGPT, Notion AI, Midjourney, or Canva. These tools are redefining productivity and content creation across industries.

• Building content on LinkedIn, on a blog, or even just on your portfolio. Writing about what you’re learning shows initiative.

• Getting familiar with content management tools like Trello, Notion, Airtable, or scheduling tools like Buffer and Metricool.

• Mastering basic digital skills from SEO and email marketing to video editing or graphic design.

  
  

You don’t have to be an expert in everything. But having one or two strong, relevant skill sets will help you enter conversations with confidence and showcase your potential even before you land your dream role.

The Good News is you don’t have to figure all of this alone. Christine and her team has started Crossworks Career Club where she and industry professionals help fresh graduates and professionals who want to accelerate their discovery journey and get onto the right path by supporting personalised career insights, skill analysis, mentoring sessions and equipping skill sets in AI and effective communication. 

Crossworks Career Club – You're Not Meant to Do This Alone

Now, here’s the good news: you don’t have to figure all of this out on your own.

Crossworks Career Club was created to support young professionals and fresh graduates by people who’ve been in your position. From senior associates to department heads, this community is made up of mentors and managers who understand what it’s like to face uncertainty, pressure, and the search for meaningful work especially when aiming for opportunities abroad.

Through virtual workshops, mock interviews, and one-on-one career coaching, Career Club provides space to reflect, prepare, and grow. This isn’t just about picking a job, it's about exploring who you want to become.

If you’re feeling uncertain about your next steps or wondering whether you’re ready for the path ahead, feel free to reach out. We’re here to walk with you. Email: hello@crossworks.info.