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 for UKI Public School in Murwillumbah back in February 2018. Since then, Adam has excelled in his role. The school is incredibly proud of all the hard work Adam … Read more about Gardening more than just a job for Adam
Get creative to improve your mental health
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 to do.” Did you know creativity can have an overwhelmingly positive impact on your mental health? The theory of cognition suggests that being creative is a … Read more about Get creative to improve your mental health
What you need to organise before your first day of work
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 needed for employment. This checklist will help make sure you have everything you need along with some other helpful tips to ensure you are job-ready. Tax … Read more about What you need to organise before your first day of work
Job search tips for high school students
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 you may not be eligible for our support to find a job while you’re studying, we’ve put together some of our top tips and advice to help high school students … Read more about Job search tips for high school students
How to manage stress and anxiety when studying
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 the pressure subsides. Anxiety is more than just feeling stressed or worried – it’s when these feelings don’t pass, they frequently … Read more about How to manage stress and anxiety when studying
Jono shares his experience managing his money
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 much easier when you know how to budget. How you spend your money can have a profound impact on your future. “When you’re making money, you also have to learn … Read more about Jono shares his experience managing his money
How to answer the “what is your greatest weakness?” interview question
“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 can be assured that some variation of this question will pop up in your next interview. The last thing you want to do is divulge your flaws … Read more about How to answer the “what is your greatest weakness?” interview question
Food and mood – how our diet can affect mental wellbeing
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 a quick snack or a meat pie for an easy lunch might be appealing, and individually, these choices aren’t cause for concern. But when our pattern … Read more about Food and mood – how our diet can affect mental wellbeing