There are so many options when choosing a career, the competition is tough, and most school leavers have little practical experience.

The BBC Academy's Kris Bramwell spoke to BBC new talent schemes coordinator Affie Jeerh and National Careers Service adviser Rachel Locke to hear their advice.

"What I firstly advise people to do is have a real, hard think about what it is that makes them the person they are."– Affie Jeerh

In this podcast you'll learn more about:

- getting your CV right