Setting goals

Setting goals gets you to the places you want to go. It's a process that turns dreams into reality. Learning how to set goals will help you to plan your future, and to clarify what's important to you. Whether your goals are big or small, the first step in achieving them is deciding what they are!

Sonboy yarns about his goals and role models

Aboriginal rapper Sonboy reflects on his childhood growing up in Redfern, 'The Block,' his role models and how he gained the confidence to focus on his music.

Allira Potter shares how to use a vision board to think about your future

Thinking about the future can be overwhelming. There’s a lot you can’t control, but making a vision board can help you to focus on all the exciting parts!

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Becca Hatch on charting her own path

Becca talks about how she navigates her music and career, and made her own path for what she wants.

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Dealing with failure in the Air Force

Dealing with the ups and downs of flying in the Air Force Roulettes, resilience and mindfulness play a massive part in getting Flight Lieutenant Armstrong mentally ready for the job.

How to ace an interview – in person or online

On the job hunt but feeling uncertain about the interview process? Our handy tips will help you ace both in person and Zoom interviews.

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How to prioritise and get stuff done

Here's a simple tool to help you prioritise tasks and get stuff done.

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What should I do with my life?

There are so many different ways to get where you want to go. Hear from some young people what they're doing with their lives, and how they're approaching the future.

Top 5 motivation boosters

Are you lacking motivation at the moment? These tips will help you to stop procrastinating and get stuff done.

9 tips for getting your new year's resolutions back on track

New Year's resolutions not going to plan? Here are some tips to help you get back on track.

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5 new year’s resolutions worth making

When we’re swept up in the cheer of the holiday season, it’s tempting to make overly ambitious resolutions for the new year.

10 ways to get stuff done

Sometimes it feels like our list of things we need to get done is never-ending. It’s really easy just to neglect some of the stuff that needs doing.

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5 ways to look after yourself while volunteering

Volunteering can be a rewarding way to give to others and to learn some new skills. But it's also important to look after yourself.

Set goals like a boss

Setting goals gives us direction and something to work toward. Here are some tips for setting goals like a boss.

Low-fi life goals

Not everyone can be an Olympic athlete or a Nobel prize winner, but Angie argues that personal achievement is all relative.