How can volunteering lead to paid work?
Monday, 12 September 2022
There are several ways volunteering can progress your career. You can gain valuable skills, make industry connections, and impress employers. Volunteering can help forge your...
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Tips to maintaining a healthy routine
Wednesday, 24 August 2022
Everyone has a routine. Maybe it is wake up, go to work, go home, and repeat. However, this kind of routine can quickly become unhealthy....
Tips and services for reducing stress at work
Thursday, 21 July 2022
Whether you are serving up a hot cup of coffee during rush hour or waiting to present your next big idea, the workplace can be...
EPIC tips for finding a job you love
Monday, 20 June 2022
Finding a job you enjoy is a lot like moving into your dream home or organising a wedding. It requires careful planning, a lot of...
Ready for a career change in 2021? Here’s where to start
Monday, 4 January 2021
As we say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021, it’s time once again consider whether a career change might be the best way to...
There’s no one right way to seek help
Monday, 19 October 2020
Mental illness is the leading cause of disability in Australia, with one in five people experiencing mental health issues each year. It can be overwhelming...
30 steps to prepare for a job interview
Tuesday, 19 May 2020
Congratulations! You’ve been asked to participate in a job interview. Interview preparation helps you feel more in control and appear cool and calm. It is...
30 tips for preparing your resume
Wednesday, 13 May 2020
Preparing your resume can seem like a daunting task. It can be hard to know where to start, so we’ve broken it down into 30...
30 ways to improve mental wellbeing
Monday, 11 May 2020
EPIC Assist (EPIC) is celebrating 30 years of service. We are proud to help and support people with a disability, injury, health condition, or mental...
Taking advantage of newfound spare time to up-skill and re-skill
Monday, 20 April 2020
Many Australians are finding themselves with lots of extra time on their hands due to unemployment or reduced working hours. As we are all restricted...
How to keep it professional during video conferencing
Monday, 13 April 2020
For those who are lucky enough to be able to still have employment and work from home, video conferencing has become a huge part of...
Looking after your mental health during the COVID-19 crisis (Infographic)
Monday, 30 March 2020
During these trying times, social distancing and staying at home are incredibly important. It can be hard to stay positive though when isolation can have...
How to effectively work from home (Infographic)
Monday, 30 March 2020
More and more Australians are transitioning to working from home due to COVID-19. For some people, working from home can be distracting and many find...
New year resolutions, goals, tips…
Tuesday, 24 December 2019
The new year is always a great time to reflect on the year ahead. We asked EPIC staff what their resolutions, goals or tips were...
Gardening more than just a job for Adam
Tuesday, 5 November 2019
We were thrilled to recently receive an update from one of our former job seekers, Adam Lopez. EPIC helped Adam secure work as a gardener...
Get creative to improve your mental health
Tuesday, 1 October 2019
In our busy and stressful lives, we often forget to set aside time for ourselves to be creative. Creative activity isn’t just a “fun thing...
What you need to organise before your first day of work
Tuesday, 17 September 2019
Getting your first job can be an exciting time. When applying for jobs it is important to ensure you have applied for the right documentation...
Job search tips for high school students
Wednesday, 21 August 2019
Finding a part-time job while you are a high school student can be both exciting and scary. Knowing where to start can be difficult. While...
How to manage stress and anxiety when studying
Monday, 20 May 2019
Everyone goes through stressful or anxious periods in their life. These are often in response to particularly demanding or worrying situations and usually pass when...
Jono shares his experience managing his money
Wednesday, 20 March 2019
We recently spoke with Jono, one of our former job seekers, who shared his experience managing his money. As Jono has found out, life is...
How to answer the “what is your greatest weakness?” interview question
Monday, 18 March 2019
“What is your greatest weakness?” It’s a question that can leave even the strongest interviewers flustered. While not always asked in these exact words, you...
Food and mood – how our diet can affect mental wellbeing
Wednesday, 13 March 2019
When we’re feeling low or stressed, we may find ourselves reaching for convenience foods that can give us an immediate pick-me-up. A chocolate bar for...
The 10 soft skills employers value the most
Monday, 11 March 2019
Every occupation requires a set of technical skills to do the job well. Car mechanics need to know how to repair and maintain engines. Administration...
Eat healthy on a budget
Friday, 22 February 2019
It can be tricky to know how to make healthy food choices while sticking to a budget. Convenience foods like frozen pastries and pies, chips, biscuits,...
How to succeed at online study
Tuesday, 5 February 2019
Online study is an amazing way to upskill and get a new qualification without upending your entire lifestyle. But it can also be a tough...
Fuelling work and study with healthy eating
Monday, 4 February 2019
Food gives us the building blocks of life. Eating healthy keeps our bodies strong, our minds sharp, and can boost our mood. Whether at work...
How to study smarter
Wednesday, 30 January 2019
Finding the most effective way to study is a lifelong commitment that requires time and patience. Everyone has different learning styles and abilities, so it...
Budgeting basics
Friday, 25 January 2019
Creating a basic budget can help you spend your money more wisely and maximise your savings. Create a basic budget A budget is a record...
What’s your learning style?
Friday, 25 January 2019
Everyone does things differently, and this is especially true for learning styles. When approaching study, some people may create flashcards and quiz their friends. Others...
Five interview skills to help you get hired
Wednesday, 23 January 2019
Interviews aren’t easy; they can be one of the most unnerving, challenging, and awkward environments you will ever find yourself in. But they’re not impossible...
What employers want in a cover letter
Tuesday, 22 January 2019
How important is a cover letter to employers? First impressions are essential when applying for a new job, and a cover letter is where employers...
10 random acts of kindness for Feel Good February
Wednesday, 16 January 2019
There’s a buzz that comes from doing something nice for another person simply to brighten their day. Random acts of kindness are not only beneficial...
Prioritising self-care
Friday, 12 October 2018
There are multiple challenges in life that can exacerbate stress, create disillusionment, and contribute to burnout. It is important that these challenges are managed in...
Giving boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 12 October 2018
Giving is good for you There is a growing body of scientific evidence promoting the health benefits of helping others. Giving has been identified as...
The benefits of exercise on mental health
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
How important is exercise? Paired with good nutrition, we know physical activity is a key factor in maintaining mental wellbeing. But what is it about...
10 tips for developing resilience
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
We often hear people talking about the importance of resilience when responding to the problems that life sometimes throws at us. But what is resilience...
Feeling connected improves mental wellbeing
Wednesday, 10 October 2018
Why connect? Connecting is effective in contributing to overall mental wellness, while also helping keep mental health conditions like depression and anxiety in check. As...
Lifelong learning is important for mental wellbeing
Tuesday, 9 October 2018
Why should we value learning? Lifelong learning is an important component of good mental health, but it often gets swept aside by tasks deemed more...
Mindfulness boosts mental wellbeing
Friday, 5 October 2018
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is one of those buzz words that we hear a lot these days. But what does it actually mean? Essentially it’s...