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Gap Year in New Zealand: Ideas, Planning & Funding Tips for Gen Z

Taking a gap year in New Zealand isn’t “falling behind” - it’s a chance to step ahead in life experience, confidence, and self-awareness. For Gen Z teens and young adults, it can be the perfect bridge between school and what’s next. And for parents or caregivers, it can be reassuring to know that with the right planning, a gap year can be a safe, productive, and inspiring investment in your young person’s future.Whether you’re looking for adventure, skills development, work experie...

How to Discover Your Career Purpose: Tools & Techniques for Teens and Young Adult Gen Zs in NZ

If you’re a teen or young adult in Aotearoa right now, the world of work can feel overwhelming. Jobs are changing fast. New industries are emerging. Traditional career paths might not feel right.Finding your career purpose isn’t about choosing one job for life – it’s about knowing your values, skills, and interests so you can navigate any career change with confidence....

University vs Trades vs Gap Year: What’s Best for Me in New Zealand?

If you’re a teenager or young adult in New  Zealand, or a parent/caregiver helping them navigate life after school - you’ve probably heard:“What are you doing next year?”It’s a big question. And here’s the truth: there’s no single “right” answer.Your path after high school is as unique as you are. Whether it’s heading straight to university, starting a trade apprenticeship, working and learning on the job or taking a gap year, each option comes with opportunities, challenge...

How to Choose the Right Career: A Step-by-Step Guide for School Leavers and Parents

You’re not alone. Whether you’re a teen, young adult, or a parent supporting your child, this guide will walk you through practical steps to make confident choices - without the pressure of “getting it perfect” the first time....

What to Do After High School in New Zealand: 8 Potential Paths to Explore

Leaving high school is a big step - and it’s normal to feel uncertain about what’s next. In today’s world of work, there’s no single “right path” after Year 13. Whether you want to study, work, travel, start a business or try something different, there are plenty of exciting options in New Zealand.This guide covers 8 possible pathways for NZ school leavers - with key facts, benefits, and local examples - so you and your family / whānau can make an informed choice with confidence....

Career Practitioner, Coach or Counsellor: Which One Do I Need?

Every explorer needs a guide - which one do you or your teen or young person need right now?Coach, counsellor, or career practitioner? What’s the difference?If you are a parent/caregiver looking for career advice for teens or if you are a young adult trying to figure this for yourself, it can be confusing to know who to talk to - especially when terms like coach, counsellor, and career practitioner get used interchangeably.These roles often overlap, but they do serve different purposes - each ...

Why choose a career coach

Helping Teens, Students and Young Adults in NZ Find Direction and create their early careers on-purpose!In a world where job markets are changing fast and traditional career paths are no longer guaranteed, figuring out what to do after school isn’t always easy for the teen and their families. Whether you’re choosing NCEA subjects, finishing high school with no idea what’s next, or feeling lost in the workplace, you’re not alone. There’s a lot of pressure to "get it right."That’s wher...