So your child’s managed to land their first job. Woohoo! Now, while this is an exciting new adventure, it can also be fraught with nerves about, you know, how to do a good job. So as a parent how can you help your child nail their first days on the job and make a good […]
Picture this: You’re hiking a breathtaking trail in the Rocky Mountains, and the sun is setting as you make your way back down Mount Elbert. But then, disaster strikes. Heavy snow starts to fall, quickly obscuring your footprints on the well-trodden trail. Suddenly, you’re terribly lost in the wilderness – stranded on the tallest peak […]
The world’s first digital natives were born with a world of knowledge at their fingertips. But just because Gen Z have grown up with access to unlimited information, it doesn’t mean they’re not still susceptible to the corruption of misinformation and disinformation, especially on social media. A 20-year-old male from the ACT told us there […]
While many people see Gen Z as notorious chasers of fame and status, our research shows that the top motivators … If you read a headline saying that 80% of people in a particular career or industry reported having high satisfaction … As parents, it’s natural to want your child to balance their leisure activities […]
One in three young people don’t know what to do with their life. Our latest Year13 YouthSense research has found 36% of Australian youth aged 15 to 24 don’t know what career they want to go into leaving many feeling insecure, inadequate and stressed. But there is a career path out there that provides the […]
“Mum has a doctorate in Facebook medicine,” one of our users told us. Old people and fake news. Is that what Facebook has become synonymous with in the minds of young people? Because the social media giant is certainly unpopular with teens. Our What Gen Z Actually Do Online report found that only 29% of 15-year-olds use […]
While many people see Gen Z as notorious chasers of fame and status, our research shows that the top motivators … As parents, it’s natural to want your child to balance their leisure activities with their career aspirations. The hours they … Has your child always enjoyed baking? Maybe they love making little treats, baking […]
What a time to be alive. Run out of groceries? No need to pop down the shops, Deliveroo’s got you sorted. Haven’t caught up with one of your bffs in the last few months? All good, hit that fire reaction on her next Instagram story selfie. Can’t be bothered going out for date night? Woo […]
It feels like a punch to the face. That’s how teens last year described schoolies being cancelled. “I haven’t had … The teenage covid anxiety problem is everywhere. Year 12 is a challenging year for everyone. But add a global pandemic … There are many hidden costs of covid for year 12 students. As part […]
With Gen Zs, Gen Ys, Gen Xs and Baby Boomers working side-by-side today, being able to work with different generations is a vital skill many young people might overlook. In their parent’s guide, Apprenticeship Support Australia says these challenges come down to the huge differences in how each generation was raised. “Each generation had significant […]
It’s an iconic moment for your teen. They’ve just been invited to their first job interview! While this can be super exciting, it can be equally nerve-wracking – for you both. That’s why we’ve created a handy little checklist to help you help your child not just navigate, but ace their first job interview. Check […]
Parents think they know everything. When their child was an actual child this was true. “Hold my hand as we cross the road.” “Put your seatbelt on.” “Don’t swim outside the flags.” Knowledge and experience make them sage givers of wisdom. You don’t want to get flattened by a car, sucked out into the ocean […]
Our After The ATAR reports reveal the state of the world for Gen Z today. This is our second annual report based on two national surveys conducted between April and June 2018. We received over 4,000 responses from young people all over Australia. This data focuses on creating a picture of youth today in regards […]
Waging war might sound a little dramatic. But Gen Zs sure are on a mission to rewrite the script for the workplace. And if you think that’s because they’re ‘entitled’ or ‘anti-capitalist’, you’d be sorely mistaken. First off, Gen Z are arguably the hardest working generation in the workforce (social media-inspired hustle culture, anyone?). Second, […]
