If you've been here before - yes things have evolved! If you are new here, Welcome! My name is Michelle, and this is where I will share my journey from running a small creative buisness, to working in IT as an apprentice.
This site is home to Ctrl+Alt+Begin, my blog for aspiring apprentices and career changers, and Ctrl+Alt+Create, my creative outlet. I hope you find something here that inspires you.
Ctrl+Alt+Begin: Fresh Starts, Real Stories, Honest Advice
Becoming an Apprenticeship Ambassador is one of the most meaningful steps I’ve taken on my career journey so far. It’s more than a role - it’s a chance to be part of something bigger.
As someone who came into tech later in life, I know how life-changing a well-supported apprenticeship can be. But I also know that many people still don’t realise what apprenticeships really are, or who they’re for. In my latest blig, I talk aboot what being an Apprenticeship Ambassador means to me.
When I first considered doing an apprenticeship, I ran into a lot of outdated ideas. Now that I’m nearly finished with mine, I can confidently say: most of those myths were completely wrong.
Starting an apprenticeship is exciting - but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you’re a school leaver or changing careers, the unknowns can feel intimidating.
Looking back, there are a few things I really wish someone had told me before I began my journey as an Apprentice IT Technician at PGL Beyond. If you're just starting out (or considering applying), here are 5 things I wish I knew before starting my apprenticeship.
Here I talk about the inspiration behind my latest creation of Bluebell Earrings and recommend some places to see the bluebells in bloom in Gloucestershire
