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Ex-fisherman Calum nets new career thanks to local advice

After years of catching fish, 64 year old Calum Macdonald is now helping Stornoway locals who’ve caught nasty bugs, thanks to the help he got to change career.

Career advice gave Charly a renewed energy for her future

Teen Charly Simpson thought her future was floundering until help from her school careers adviser led to a dream career in engineering.

Support to career change made dream job a reality for Angela

Contacting a careers adviser after moving to a new area was life-changing for Angela Innes and her family.

Adviser helps Tiffany create a new life for career in care

Inspirational teen, Tiffany Cummins wants to give back to the community because of the help she’s received after moving to Scotland to be placed into care.

Picturing the future with the SDS Results Helpline

Louise Davidson-Clyne is now on the path to her dream career after a call to the Results Helpline last year.

Former Galashiels Academy pupil takes her first careers steps thanks to tailored careers advice

Young Borders woman finds employment thanks to tailored support.

Working closer together yields fresh career outlook for Rebecca

Having an expert Careers Adviser at hand helps with CV and job prospects

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SDS Helps Pupils Stay In School

Ross was frustrated by his subject choices and was about to leave school, but an SDS careers adviser found a solution that not only encouraged him to stay on, but also set him on a whole new career path.