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Helping your children use social media for work

Kirstie Mackey, Head of LifeSkills, explains how social networking is the new way to network.

Six ways to make their CV shine

These days, young people don’t get a second chance to make a first impression. Over 80% of employers won’t even read a covering letter if the accompanying CV isn’t up to scratch.

Baroness Brady’s top tips on how to get ahead

Baroness Karren Brady, regular judge on BBC1’s The Apprentice and Chair of the LifeSkills Advisory Council, discusses her top tips for young people on being enterprising and putting their best foot forward for the future.

Challenging myths about maths and money

Help your learners to address and overcome maths anxiety by challenging myths about maths and money.

How to champion financial education to young people

Discover how you can develop financially capable young people.

How to be a cut above the rest in a competitive job market

This blog considers the challenges of a competitive job market and explores how learners can stand our to employers when applying for jobs.

How do you get a job in sport?

Mana, boss of a sports PR company, tells us how she got started in the world of sport.

Mind the gap – making the leap from school to work

How can you help your child bridge the tricky gap between education and employment?

4 goals to set in the new year

4 goals to set yourself that will get you where you want to be by the end of the year

How to kick-start a career in music

PA Jeannie Johnstone tells us all about her work in music festival marketing and how she landed her dream job.

Let’s talk about money: managing your salary, in conversation

Two friends discuss how they make it through the month, keep out of the red and stay on top of money matters.

Five steps to developing students’ life skills for the future

Find support to help students develop the right mindset and kick start their career journey

Making maths feel relevant to learners

Maths matters. Everyone uses it every day, often without thinking about it. Learn more about making maths feel relevant for your learners.

Supporting students in being more open about mental health to prepare for their future

Mental health discussions have come along way in recent years. Read this blog from Time for Change and learn how to help students be more open about mental health issues.