Motivation is a key element to any successful career and workplace - whether it's your own business or a large company.
Getting and staying motivated
How do you 'get' motivation and how do you stay motivated for the long term?
There are some things students can do to boost their ambitions and advance move ahead in a chosen field.
Accept the ultimate responsibility for your career development planning - no one else will do it for you
You need qualifications, skills and talents - that's were SkillsOne, training organisations and supportive family can help
You need credentials - some experience, successes and formal completed training = credibility
You need support from other people - your family and friends, your colleges and other people within your field can give valuable feedback to spur you on and help you play to your strengths.
Get a mentor - maybe it's your dad, maybe it's a teacher or someone you respect in the field you are entering. Ask them for advice - they'll be so flattered, they'll want to help.
Horses for courses Do you love horses? Do you know the difference between a blacksmith and a farrier? The North Melbourne Institute of TAFE runs a Farriery Workshop training students in the total care of horse hooves.
King and queen bee David and Tracey Parker are beekeepers with a business called Cottesbrook Honey in Central West NSW. Learn about the unique skills and knowledge needed to have a career, or even just a hobby, in beekeeping!
