Looking Back to Look Forward
A phrase that we’ve used for years is, “You live your life forwards, but you learn it backwards.” Many of us are always striving for success. When you look forward, it’s a good idea to reflect back on the past too. Whether you are a student in education or a worker wanting to improve, self-reflection […]
What if you’re not sure what your future looks like?
What do you want to be when you grow up? It’s a question that many of us have heard repeated throughout our childhoods over and over again. When you were younger, it was a lot easier. I want to be an astronaut! A detective! A Pokémon trainer! A billionaire! But with exam season behind you, […]
The First Steps to Finding Your First Job
You never forget your first job! Whether you’re fresh out the gates of school, or still studying, you might be looking to earn a little money for yourself. It can be scary at first, stepping into a new world of responsibilities. But to gain independence and start earning money for yourself? Amazing – Just don’t […]
Navigating Your Unique Career Path
So, you just finished your exams and have your eyes set on a dream job? Fantastic! But now what? When you leave school there are so many options and opportunities in front of you it can be difficult to know what route to take. Rather than focusing on a specific job, think about your unique […]
Make a Name for Yourself: How to Build Your Personal Brand
Exams are nearly over, and that means many young students like yourself are ready to take on the world! But where to even begin? Whether you’re looking to start your career, carry on with further education, or even taking a break, now is the time to start building your personal brand. What is a Personal […]
Exploring options after GCSEs – your educational journey
For many students, the most exciting thing about exploring options after GCSEs is that it’s all about what YOU want. You have the freedom to decide your future. For others, this can also seem a little bit… scary. There are so many pathways out there it can be tough to decide what’s best for you. […]
Is sleep the secret to better grades?
Exam season is in full swing, exams left and right, so much revision to cram into every night! If this is you, on your fifth caffeinated drink* rereading the algebra coursebook, you may be experiencing burnout and tiredness. “But that’s just part of exams” some of you may be thinking, “you’ve got to push your […]
Focus on Your Future: Forming the Trajectory of your Life
For many students, exam season is taking over your everyday thoughts, it’s easy to forget; what’s next? What is it all for? Throughout school, there’s always been a clear trajectory in your life with goals, expectations and the next steps all laid out. Monday to Tuesday, go to school, say you will remember everything and […]
Dealing with pressure during exam season
We know exam season can be really overwhelming, especially when it feels like everyone has sky-high expectations for you – whether that’s getting grade 7-9 and nothing less, acing every subject, or nailing that perfect university application. The pressure is on, but guess what? It’s totally okay to take a deep breath and give yourself […]
Ways to take care of yourself during exam season
For GCSE and A-Level students across the UK exam season is here. If you’re feeling the pressure, don’t worry you’re not alone. Whether you’re hitting the books day and night or juggling studying with a part-time job, we know that this time of year can be pretty overwhelming. In the following blog post, we’ll walk […]