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Contents Work

School

Units and Measurements

Reading Tips

Stress Management Tips

Time Management

Goal Setting

Writing Tips – Quoting Rules

Goals for 2010

Writing Tips – Story Starters

Getting A Job: Where To Start

Writing Tips – Creative Ideas

Getting A Job: Finding Work Experience

Editing Tips – Spelling

Getting A Job: Creating A Résumé

Editing Tips – Proofreading

Getting A Job: Interview Tips

Essay Tips

Getting A Job: Writing A Business Letter

Essay Tips

When I Grow Up: Careers

Study Skills Checklist

Getting A Job: Typical Interview Questions

Your Comments

How To Get A Record Deal

Contacts

Getting Wheels

Contacts

Getting Wheels

Study Timetable

Community Work Record

Play Hmmm News

Record of Results

Public Speaking

Out of Class Permission

Book Buzz

Out of Class Permission

Do Do’s

Out of Class Permission

Sudoku

Absentee Notes

Healthy Living – Basic First Aid

Ten Top Tips For a Better Body Image

Healthy Attitudes

Absentee Notes

Notes

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Units and Measurements Units of Area

Name

Hectare. . . . . . (ha) . . . 10000m ²

Ampere ��A �� Electric current

1 cm

Candela �� cd �� Luminous intensity

1 metre = 0.00062137 miles

Joule ��J �� Energy

1 kg

= 2.2046 pounds (lb)

1 kg

= 0.1575 stones (st)

1 Watt

= 0.001341 horsepower (hp)

Units of Length Kilometre. . . . (km). . . 1,000 Metres

Symbol Unit of

Centimetre. . . (cm). . . 0.01 Metre

Kelvin ��K �� Thermodynamic temperature

Millimetre. . . . (mm) . . 0.001 Metre

Kilogram �� kg �� Mass

Units of Capacity

Metre �� m �� Length

Kilolitre. . . . . . (kl). . . . 1,000 Litres

Conversion Table = 0.3937 inches (in)

1 calorie = 4.1868 joules (J) 1 °C

= (9/5 x C + 32)°F

C = Celsius; F = Fahrenheit

Metre/second ��m/s �� Speed Metre/second² �� m/s² �� Acceleration

Roman Numerals

Mole ��mol �� Amount of substance

Unit

Value

Unit

Newton ��N �� Force

Kilogram. . . . . (kg). . . 1,000 Grams

Second �� s �� Time

100

Milligram. . . . . (mg). . . 0.001 Gram

Watt �� W �� Power

500

1000

Millilitre. . . . . . (ml) . . . 0.001 Litre

Units of Mass & Weight Metric Ton. . . (mt) . . . 1,000,000 Grams

Value

3 Study Tips

8 Getting Your First Job

MyDiary Podcasts!

In this audio track you’ll learn how to get the most out of your study.

FREE Download 12 * 5 minute audio podcasts to your iPod or computer for some handy tips on school, work, and life

4 Stress Management

In this audio track you’ll learn how to become a part of the workforce so you can start earning some extra cash.

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This covers how to handle all the pressures of homework, part-time jobs, friends and family whilst continuing to perform at your best.

5 Setting Goals

Topics Include: 1 Using MyDiary Podcast This audio track reviews “What is MyDiary?” and describes how you can get the most out of using your school diary.

2 Time Management In this audio track you’ll learn how to balance your homework and assignments so you can achieve more while doing less!

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Discover how to be a step ahead and create a good impression and breeze through those tricky interview questions.

Put your mind into focus to get what you want. “If you don’t design your future, someone else will.”

10 Getting Your Wheels

6 Healthy Living

11 Memory Techniques

Learn how to manage your physical and emotional health.

Learn tricks on how best to store items in your memory so that you can later recall information for tests and exams.

7 Starting A Business Find out how to take an idea and turn it into your very own business in 10 easy to follow steps.

To download your free audio podcasts, visit:

9 Interview Tips

What you need to consider when buying your first car.

12 Writing Tips Develop your writing skills for both creative writing and essay work.

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Stress Management Tips Mental Signs of Stress » Trouble concentrating or thinking straight » Worrying about little things » Feeling anxious all the time » Imagining awful things happening » Things seem to be harder

Physical Signs of Stress » Fast heart beat » Feeling shaky » Pacing up and down nervously » Headaches or stomach pains

10 Ways to Handle Stress 1. Have organised and separate work and sleeping areas 2. Manage your time wisely 3. Prioritise important tasks

Eat more fruit and veg They are a good source of Vitamin C and have a positive effect on mental health, helping you to remain calm.

When you feel you are becoming stressed, don’t ignore it … » Take time out for yourself » Avoid excessive caffeine, soft drinks and other stimulants » Breathe slowly & deeply

Relaxxxxx Try a few drops of aromatic oils in a candle burner (never leave burning candles unattended). Certain scents stimulate the production, in the brain, of the relaxing chemical, serotonin, that assists you to chill out.

Lavender and chamomile essences are recommended for stress relief.

4. Break tasks into achievable small chunks 5. Visualise yourself achieving 6. Avoid “all or nothing” thinking 7. Take time out for yourself 8. Get enough sleep 9. Eat right 10. Exercise

Check out a great web resource for young people: w w w.reachout.com.au

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Goal Setting The Dr. Dingle’s Goal Getting Formula

Written by Dr. Peter Dingle

Associate Professor Health and the Environment Murdoch University (For more information check out http://www.drdingle.com)

Make sure your goals are: Precise: Be as specific and as clear as possible.

What are your goals?

Positive: You will always head in the direction of your goals. A negative goal will take you in a negative direction.

When?

Present: When your mind thinks you are already there, it will do everything it can to keep you there.

Set your goals in a time frame. Set a time and a date (crucial for success).

Purpose Driven: Find out what is really important to you and head in that direction. Make sure your goals are consistent with your values.

Where?

Personal: Make sure your goals are what you want and not other people’s goals. Short Term: Set goals you can achieve each day and each week to build up your successes. Long Term: Set long-term goals that give you something to strive for. Challenging and Significant: Make your goals worth while. If they are too easy, your mind thinks, “Why bother?” Measurable: This makes it easy to see how well you are doing, to measure your pace and your success. Flexible: This means that if major things happen in your life and you are not on target, simply adjust your goals. “Stuff” happens in our lives and we can’t always plan for it.

Now write them down Most people do not write down their goals. The research shows that those who do not write their goals do not achieve them as successfully as those who do write them. Because it is a commitment, it seems hard. But the hardest part is starting. Writing your goals more than doubles your chances of getting them. The act of writing uses the senses of sight and touch; it focuses your thoughts and uses muscles. All of these stimulate the release of chemicals in your brain, which cause millions of extra connections in the brain to be formed, greatly reinforcing your chance of achieving goals.

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Create an environment around you to support your goals - a place that refreshes, motivates and inspires you.

Who? Who can help you and support you along the way? Identify role models, mentors. Who should you stay away from? (The negative people in your life and the media.)

Why? Why is achieving the goal so important?

What are the benefits I gain by taking action now? Start with at least 10 reasons and keep adding more reasons. This is really the most important step - it keeps you motivated. Make your reasons personal and important to you.

How? These are the steps you need to take to achieve your goals.

Goals for 2010 Write your educational, health, leisure/sport/hobbies, career, relationship and finance goals hereâ&#x20AC;Ś

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Getting A Job: Where To Start Be a part of the work force That means that you can earn some extra cash by working after school and weekends. However, finding a job can be pretty competitive, so for that extra edge you need a resumé and a few job-seeking strategies…

Hunt in Newspapers Look in the “Employment Section” of the paper every day, especially on Wednesdays and Saturdays; also look in the local Community Newspaper under “Situations Vacant”. Remember to get the paper early and phone up straight away so that you give yourself the best chance of success. You can get the Saturday edition from street sellers late Friday night.

Did you know? Around 70% of all jobs aren’t even advertised!

Home delivery also ensures that you get a head start and you can just get the paper one or two days a week.

So… also ask around One of the best ways to get a job is through word of mouth. Ask friends, family and relatives if they could keep their eyes and ears open for any vacancies.

Look in Shop Windows Note that a lot of jobs are also advertised on shop windows, so it is a good idea to regularly visit shopping centres with a pen & note paper. Also try hitting the pavement to door knock businesses.

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Getting A Job: Finding Work Experience Target a work environment Work out where you would like to work, maybe a fast food outlet, a café, secretarial services, a health food shop, clothes or shoe store.

You can go anywhere you want if you look serious and carry a clipboard!

Look up the places in the Yellow Pages that are in a 5km radius and copy down the addresses. Send them all a copy of your resumé and a brief covering letter that says in a few sentences that you are seeking casual employment and do they have any vacancies. Alternatively, you can just photocopy your resumé 20 to 30 times and go to a nearby shopping centre and hand them out to all the shops.

You should receive at least one phone call back by doing this; if not, try other shopping centres in your area. If you still get no replies repeat the process every few weeks until you do get one.

Check notice boards in shopping centres!

Get work experience Another strategy to getting a job includes first getting some work experience in that particular field. Offer a particular shop, where you would like to work, your services for a week. Approach them either by talking to them or writing them a letter. Tell them that you are willing to work for a week with no pay because you simply want some experience. (Make sure they have a ‘duty of care’ as this is a legal requirement.) In many cases you will find that they won’t refuse free labour and by the end of the week they might offer you a job because you have proven yourself; if they don’t at least you now have work experience, a referee and maybe a written reference you can add to your resumé.

Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it!

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Getting A Job: Creating A Résumé Whilst there are hundreds of ways to write a résumé and there are many proformas available on computer (e.g. in Microsoft Word), here is one example that is suitable for applying for a casual job: Highlight what you can do, not what you can't.

Name:

Kelly Jocelyn Amy FREEMAN

Contact Details:

2001 Faraway Place, WUUP WUUP, SA 5999 (08) 6789 8965

Skills you might have to add:

Age:

16 years

» Attention to detail

Date of Birth:

3rd March 1993

» Computer literate

Education:

Currently in year 11 at Hamilton Senior High School

» Leadership Skills

Educational Plans: (If relevant)

I plan to complete my SACE/TEE and then study Environmental Science at TAFE

» Good at following directions

Work Experience: (List your highest level of work first. Try to quantify your results)

▶ Worked at the Beach Pit Cafe, Hillarys for 2 years

» Fast Learner

▶ Operated coffee machines, cash register, and given responsibility for opening and closing the shop, served up to 250 customers per day

» Good Coordination Skills

▶ Worked at Copperart, Whitfords for 6 months Put together up to 50 furniture items each day for display Awarded Customer Service Excellence Award

» Flexible

Academic Achievements:

▶ Top student, English 2008 ▶ Effort and Cooperation, Honour Certificate 2007, 2008

» Good Customer Service

▶ Excellent Achievement, Honour Certificate 2008

» Forward Thinking

▶ Selected as a School Mentor and as a member of the School Committee

» Creative

▶ Part of the Academic Extension Programme since year 9 ▶ Participated in the 2008 Roadsafe Workshop Non-Academic Achievements:

» Commitment

» Good Interpersonal Skills

▶ Gold and Silver medallist in the National Triathlon Team Championships: Perth 2007, Adelaide 2008 ▶ Raised $550 for the ACTIV Foundation

Character Attributes:

Hardworking, reliable, honest, good sense of humour, outgoing, enjoys learning and working, focused and goal-orientated

» Be concise

Interests:

The environment, recycling, triathlons, socialising, reading

» Proofread

Referees:

▶ Nigel Fisher, Copperart – Ph 9988 7766 (Employer at Copperart)

» Leave plenty of space to ensure your résumé isn’t cluttered

▶ Phil Tulloch – Ph 8877 6655 (Employer at Beach Pit) ▶ Ms Duncan, Hamilton High School – Ph 7766 5544 (Teacher) Also attach a copy of your most recent school reports and any achievement certificates.

» Make it easy to read

» Make sure your resumé is typed, not hand written

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Getting A Job: Interview Tips I got a job at a zoo feeding giraffes but I was fired because I wasn't up to it.

How to leave a good first impression People make a judgement about you within the first few seconds, so in order to make a lasting positive impression it is important that you look and act professionally.

Try to incorporate these tips: » Dress for the occasion, have fresh breath and be friendly to all staff you meet.

A salesman dropped in to see a business customer. Not a soul was in the office except a big dog emptying wastebaskets. The salesman stared at the animal, wondering if his imagination could be playing tricks on him. The dog looked up and said, "Don't be surprised. This is just part of my job."" Incredible!" exclaimed the man. "I can't believe it! Does your boss know what a prize he has in you? An animal that can talk!" "No, no," pleaded the dog. "Please don't tell him! If that man finds out I can talk, he' ll make me answer the phone as well!"

See the interview as a learning experience.

» Take a neatly presented folder with your résumé and other relevant papers e.g. references, certificates, work samples, report cards, birth certificate (never leave original documents, take a couple of copies). » Always have a spare copy of your résumé to leave with the interviewer. » Introduce yourself first and offer to shake their hand. » Remember the interviewer’s name, repeat it back to him/her formally. e.g. “Pleased to meet you, Mr. Wood”. » When you sit down, make sure you have good posture.

Don’t Fidget » Maintain eye contact when answering questions. » Prepare questions to ask the employer e.g. “Where and with whom will I be working?” “What training is available?” “What will the job actually involve, including work hours?” » Always finish the interview by offering to shake their hand, and repeat their name again. e.g. “Thanks for the interview, Mr. Wood, it was nice to meet you, I hope to hear from you soon”

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Getting A Job: Writing A Business Letter Example of a business letter Your Street Address YOUR SUBURB STATE & POST CODE (in caps.) Your contact phone number (business hours) 2 spaces DATE (date you will post the letter) 2 spaces The Manager (or other) Company Name Company Street Address COMPANY SUBURB STATE & POST CODE (in caps.) 3 spaces Dear … (Find out their name and title if you can) I am keen to apply for the position of … that was advertised in the … (publication name). Show interest for the position and state what you can positively contribute to the organisation, e.g. I have a high level of customer service skills, I work efficiently, enjoy a challenge etc. Briefly state what relevant training you may have relating to the job. e.g. I have recently completed an 8 week Manager Assistant course at the Perth Institute of Business and Technology and am currently looking for employment in this field. Briefly state what work experience you have relating to the job. e.g. I have been employed on a regular basis as a Console Operator and Customer Service Operator while completing school. I have assisted the Manager of BP Service Station in running the office during their frequent busy periods. My résumé is enclosed. (and don’t forget to enclose it!) Subtly sell yourself in this closing paragraph. Describe the special combination of skills, personal qualities and experience that you can contribute, i.e. you may live nearby, are available to work weekends, are particularly knowledgeable about … Emphasise your enthusiasm for the position and state your availability for an interview, i.e. I am confident my skills, previous experience and studies will enable me to perform the duties of the position well and I am available to attend an interview at a time convenient to you. I can be contacted by phoning …

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Yours faithfully,

(Neatly and clearly sign your name.)

6 spaces

TYPE YOUR NAME IN ALL CAPS BELOW YOUR SIGNATURE

This is a good example of how to write a standard letter of introduction.

Thanks to Career Solutions for assisting with the compiling of this information.

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When I grow Up: Careers Accountant Accounts Clerk Actor Actuary Acupuncturist Advertising Account Executive Advertising Officer Aerospace Engineer Agricultural Engineer Agricultural Scientist Agricultural Technical Officer Air Force General Entry Air Force Officer Air Force Technical and Trade Air Traffic Controller Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Airline Officer Airline Passenger Officer Airline Services Operator Ambulance Officer Analyst Animal Attendant Animal Technician Announcer Anthropologist Aquaculture Technician Archaeologist Architect Architectural Drafter Archivist Army Officer Army Soldier – Technician Art Teacher Artist Arts Administrator Astronomer Auctioneer Audiologist Audiometrist Audiovisual Technician Automotive Electrician Automotive Parts Interpreter Aviation Fire-fighter Baker Bank Officer Bar Attendant Beauty Therapist Beekeeper Bicycle Mechanic Binder and Finisher Biochemist Biomedical Engineer Boiler Attendant Bookmaker Botanist Brake Mechanic Brewery Worker Bricklayer Broadcasting Technician Building Contractor Building Site Manager Building Surveyor Building Technician Bus Driver Business (Systems) Analyst Business Equipment Technician Butcher Cabinetmaker Cable Jointer Cake Decorator Call Centre Operator Car Driver Car Rental Officer Car Wash Attendant Cardiac Technologist Carpenter Cartographer Cartographic Technician Cashier Catering Manager Cheese maker Chef Chemical Engineer Chemical Plant Operator Child Care Coordinator Child Care Worker Chiropractor Civil Engineer Cleaner Clerical Officer Clerk

Clinical Coder Clinical Officer Clothing Patternmaker Community Worker Company Secretary Computer Engineer Computer Programmer Computer Systems Auditor Concrete Worker Confectioner Conservator Construction Project Manager Construction Worker Consumer Scientist Conveyancer Cook Cooper Copywriter Correctional Officer Costing Clerk Council Worker – Outdoors Counsellor Court Officer

Film & TV Producer’s Assistant Film, Stage & TV Director Financial Dealer and Broker Financial Dealer’s Assistant Fire fighter Fish Farm Hand Fisher Fisheries Officer Fitness Instructor Floor Finisher Florist Food Processing Technician Food Technologist Foreign Affairs and Trade Officer Foreign Affairs Officer Forensic Scientist Forest Technical Officer Forest Worker Forester Foundry Worker Fruit and Vegetable Picker Functions Coordinator

Jockey Journalist Kitchen hand Laboratory Worker Land care Worker Land Economist Landscape Architect Laundry Worker Law Clerk Lawyer Leadlight Worker Leather Worker Lecturer Librarian Library Assistant Library Technician Life Guard Life Scientist Lift Electrician Light Engine Mechanic Light Vehicle Motor Mechanic Luggage Porter Machine Shorthand Reporter

I found being an electrician interesting, but the work was shocking. Craftsperson Crane Operator Credit Officer Criminologist Cultural Heritage Officer Customs Officer Dancer Data Processing Operator Delivery Driver Dental Assistant Dental Hygienist Dental Technician Dental Therapist Dentist Desktop Publisher Dietary Aide Dietician Disability Services Instructor Diver Diversional Therapist Dog Trainer Dogger Driller’s Assistant Driving Instructor Dry Cleaner Economist Editor Education Aide Electrical Engineer Electrical Linesperson Electrical Motor Winding Tradesperson Electrical Engineering Technologist Electrician Electro Technology Assembler Electronics Engineer Engine Reconditioner Engineering Tradesperson Engraver Environmental Engineer Environmental Health Officer Environmental Scientist Exhaust Fitter and Repairer Exporter and Importer Family Day Carer Farm Hand Farmer Farmer/Farm Manager Farrier Fashion Coordinator Fashion Designer Film & TV Camera Operator Film and Television Editor Film and Television Lighting Operator

Funeral Attendant Furniture Removalist Gaming Worker Garbage Collector Gardener’s Assistant Gemmologist Geographer Geological Engineer Geologist Geophysicist Geoscience Technician Graphic Designer Graphic Prepress Tradesperson Guidance Officer Guide Dog Instructor Hairdresser Health Information Manager Health Promotion Officer Health Worker Heavy Vehicle Motor Mechanic Historian Home Care Worker Home Economist Horse Manager Horse Trainer Horticultural Tradesperson Hospital Administrator Hospital Food Service Manager Hotel Service Manager House Parent Human Resources Officer Hydrographer Illustrator Indigenous Community Liaison Officer Industrial Designer Industrial Engineer Industrial Engineering Technologist Industrial Relations Officer Information Technology Administrator Information Technology Educator Information Technology Manager Inspector Instrument Fitter Insurance Agent Insurance Officer Interior Decorator Interior Designer Interpreter Inventory Officer Jackaroo Jeweller

Make-up Artist Management Consultant Marine Biologist Marine Engineer Marine Surveyor Market Researcher Market Researcher Marketing Officer Massage Therapist Materials Engineer Mathematician Mechanical Engineer Mechatronic Engineer Medical Imaging Technologist Medical Laboratory Technician Medical Practitioner Medical Scientist Metal Press Operator Metallurgist Meteorologist Milliner Miner Mining Engineer Model Model Maker Multimedia Developer Museum Attendant Museum Curator Museum Technician Music Teacher Music Therapist Musical Instrument Maker Musician Nanny Natural Resource Manager Naturopath Naval Architect Navy Officer Navy Sailor Navy Technical Sailor Newsagent Non-Destructive Testing Technician Nuclear Medicine Technologist Nurse – Enrolled Nurse – Registered Nursery Assistant Occupational Health and Safety Officer Occupational Therapist Officer Administrator Offset Printer Operations Researcher Optical Dispenser Optometrist Orientation and Mobility

Instructor Orthoptist Osteopath Panel Beater Park Ranger Parking Inspector Parole Officer Pastry cook Patent Examiner Personal Care Worker Pest and Weed Controller Petroleum and Gas Plant Operator Petroleum Engineer Pharmacist Photo Processor Photographer Physicist Physiotherapist Piano Technician Picture Framer Pilot Plasterer Plumber Podiatrist Police Officer Political Scientist Postie Primary Products Inspector Primary Teacher Print Finishing Artist Private Investigator Probation Officer/Parole Officer Production Crew Member Programmer (Information Technology) Projectionist Proof-reader Prosthetist/Orthotist Psychologist Public Relations Officer Public Servant Publisher Purchasing Officer Quality Insurance Inspector Quality Surveyor Radiation Therapist Radio Personality Rail Transport Employee Real Estate Agent Receptionist Records Manager Recreation Officer Recruitment Consultant Recycler Refrigeration and Air-con Mechanic Rehabilitation Counsellor Religious Leader Research Officer Retail Buyer Retail Manager Rigger Sailor Sales Assistant Sales Representative Scaffolder Science Field Officer Screen Printer/Stencil Preparer Secondary Teacher Secretary Security Officer Service Station Attendant Set Designer Settlement Clerk Shearer Shearing Shed Hand Ship’s Catering Attendant Ship’s Officer Shipwright Shoe Repairer Sign writer Smallgoods Maker Social Worker Sociologist Sound Technician Special Care Worker Speech Pathologist Sports Administrator Sports Coach

Sports Scientist Sportsperson Stable hand Stage Manager Statistician Steel Fixer Stonemason Store Person Stunt Performer Survey Assistant Surveying Technician Surveyor Tailor Taxidermist Teacher – Art Teacher – Early Childhood Teacher – English As Second Language Teacher – Music Teacher – Physical Education Teacher – Primary Teacher – Secondary Teacher – Special Education Technical & Further Education Lecturer Telecommunications Technician Telephonist Textile Designer Textile Technician Theatre Mechanist Theatrical Costume Maker & Designer Therapy Aide Ticket Seller Tiler – Roof Tiler – Wall and Floor Timber/Forests Products Worker Tissue Culture Technician Tool and Die Setter Tour Guide Tourism Manager Tourist Information Officer Town Planner Trade Union Official Training Officer Translator Transport Administrator Transport Services Officer Travel Agent Trichologist Truck Driver Truck Offsider Tyre Fitter and Repairer University Lecturer Upholsterer Usher Valuer Vehicle Body Builder Vehicle Dismantler Vehicle Painter Vehicle Serviceperson Vehicle Trimmer Vending Machine Servicer Veterinarian Veterinary Nurse Visual Merchandiser Viticulturalist Waiter Ward Assistant Watch and Clock Maker and Repairer Watch Repairer Water and Wastewater Plant Officer Water Services Officer Web Designer/Developer Weight Loss Counsellor Welfare Worker Windscreen Fitter Winemaker Winery Worker Wood Carver Wood Machinist Wood Turner Wool Classer Word Processing Operator Writer Yoga Instructor Youth Worker Zoologist

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Getting A Job: Typical Interview Questions Some typical interview questions: » Tell me a little bit about yourself.

» What aspects of this job interest you?

» Have you ever done this kind of work before?

» What do you know about our company?

» What do your friends like about you? » What are your hobbies? » What are dislikes?

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» Why should you get the job? » How would you handle a difficult customer? » Why did you leave your last job? » What career path do you plan to take after leaving school? » How long are you planning to stay with the job?

» What do you like? » What are you good at?

» How well do you think you would go in this job?

» What are you good at in school?

» Describe a situation where you have had to work as a part of a team.

» Why do you want this job?

» Describe a goal that you have set out to achieve and been successful.

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How To Get A Record Deal I want to be a recording artist and record my own original compositions on a demo tape. What should I do next? You have a few possibilities, none of them easy. If you want a record company to release you, first find a record company that will listen to demo submissions from unknown artists. (And don’t send them your rough demo. They need to listen to demos that are as close as possible to the sound and feel of the finished product.) Then, IF you get a flicker of interest, they will ask you questions such as: » Do you have a band together that is currently playing? » How many gigs a week are you doing? » How many people come to your gigs? » What do you look like when on stage? » Is there something about your band, or you as a performer, that is attention-grabbing or different? » Are you willing to tour to support your record? » Do you have a definable STYLE, so that when people hear you, they know immediately that it’s you? Companies are looking for a PRODUCT – not just the music. And if the answer to all those questions is YES, you may have a chance. Then you may be asked to sign a recording contract – giving the record company control over what and how you record. You will end up paying for your studio time, hire of arrangers, session musos, producers, manufacture of CDs, artwork and printing of covers, distribution to all shops, marketing and promotion expenses etc out of YOUR artist royalties (about 5-15% of the CD price) that you earn from sales. And if you don’t earn enough from royalties because sales are only average, you will OWE the record company the balance – anything up to $50,000 in some cases. In smaller markets, like Australia, the average single becomes a hit when it sells about 2,000-3,000 units. You do the sums. OK, still with me? Not surprisingly, many recording artists today choose to go with the ‘do it yourself’ option. You get a band together to rehearse your material, hire a studio and engineer and pay the costs (say $2,500 for 4 days recording/ mixing for an EP or extended single), master the mixdown (say $400), organise manufacture (say $1,500 for 500 copies) and prepare artwork neg separations for the cover (say $300), talk an independent distributor into taking your record on (about 27.5% of selling price), and then go flat out promoting the record at your gigs, in the street press etc so that customers know that it is in the shops. Of course, about 50-100 of your records will need to go as free gifts to reviewers and radio stations so that you get some airplay … but at least you get to keep whatever money is left over from sales after you’ve paid your bills!

“You see what I mean when I say that it’s not easy? Don’t ever lose sight of the fact that this is a BUSINESS. The question now is, are you determined, focused and talented enough to break into one of the toughest industries on earth?” Reproduced with permission by Vyt Karazija. Check out www.audioed.com.au for more info.

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Getting Wheels Tips For Buying Second Hand Cars

Types of Car Insurance

Are you getting a good deal?

1. Compulsory Third Party (CTP)

When looking for a second-hand car always check:

This insurance is compulsory - you have to pay for it. It is included in your car registration costs. CTP protects you against claims arising from the death or injury of another person, caused by your negligence. It doesn’t cover damage to vehicles or property.

» How many kms has it travelled? » What condition are the tyres in? » Are items such as the: spare tyre, petrol cap, windscreen wipers, mirrors all there? » Does it have any extras: air conditioning? immobilser? CD player? » Has it been in any accidents? » Does it have a service history?

There are 3 main types:

2. Third Party Property Damage – Fire & Theft This insurance covers you for loss or damage caused by fire or theft as well as loss arising from any damage you may cause to another’s property.

3. Motor Accident Damage And Liability Insurance

Testing… testing… Take the time to test the: » Lights: front, back, brake, interior, dash and indicators

This insurance gives you the greatest protection (but is the most expensive) against financial loss in the event of damage to or destruction of your own car, as well as damage to the vehicles and property of others.

» Air conditioner (if it has one)

NOTE: That insurance companies might not pay you if:

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» The car was being driven by an unlicensed driver.

» Radio/CD player

» The driver is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

» Windscreen wipers

» The car has been “modified” without the insurance company’s knowledge.

» Immobiliser A Vehicle Inspection (by a trained professional) and of course a test drive are highly recommended.

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The Policeman couldn't believe his eyes as he saw the woman drive past him, busily knitting. Quickly he pulled along the vehicle, wound down his window and shouted "Pull over!" "No" she replied, "they're socks!"

Getting Wheels The Low-Down on Selecting Your 4-Wheeled Machine » Don’t feel pressured to sign anything by anyone - take your time.

» In NZ , check the vehicle has a current registration label and a Warrant of Fitness (WoF), both of these are located on the inside of the front windscreen.

» Remember once you sign a contract you are locked into the terms and conditions so make sure you read and understand them.

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» Look over any available paperwork, including rego, service and repair receipts, and past legal checks.

» Check the histor y and legal status with a Vehicle Information Report (VIR) visit www.vir.co.nz for more details.

» Don’t forget to transfer ownership once you have bought the car. » Ask the person selling the car if it is insured to cover you if you take it for a test drive. DON’T drive it if you are not insured!

You won’t invalidate your warranty if you ser vice your car at a dealer approved outlet.

A man with only one arm was arrested in Swansea, Wales for driving through a red light, drunk, while talking on his mobile phone with his only free hand. Stuart MacNamara, who’s missing an arm below the elbow, had twice the legal blood alcohol limit when he was caught with no hand on the steering wheel. MacNamara admitted to driving drunk and not having proper control of his vehicle. He lost his license for 18 months.

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Public speaking can be a little scary at first impressions, but is a fantastic communication skill that is worth the nerves. Public speaking is an effective way of getting your message out there and because it is so commonly expected at school, the workplace or your best friend’s wedding you might as well become a pro. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

Logistics » Who is the audience & what have you been asked to speak on & for how long? Consider age and background knowledge of the subject, this will guide you on the depth of research you may need to do and the vocabulary you will use. » Where is the location? Factor how long it will take you to get there, will there be peak hour traffic? Will there be speakers before and after you? What are they speaking on? » What is the degree of formality? Will you need to make special mention of VIPs or native inhabitants of the land you are speaking on? » Will you be using a lectern & microphone? If so, arrive early and practice using the microphone and any visual aids. » Can you bring notes? Small palm cards with each brief point noted, will help prevent memory blocks and ease nerves and pressure of memorizing your entire speech. » Can you use PowerPoint? Microsoft PowerPoint or similar software is a great visual aid and memory jogger. They add a professional element to your speech by helping you to communicate your message with key points, pictures and summaries. In order to avoid technical difficulties clarify if: − A laptop will be supplied or will you need to bring your own? − If the laptop if supplied will your slides be compatible with their software?

» Focus on the message: Focus your attention away from your own anxieties, and outwardly toward your message and your audience. » Realise that people want you to succeed: Audiences want you to be interesting, stimulating, informative, and entertaining. They don’t want you to fail. » Gain experience: Experience builds confidence, which is the key to effective speaking.

Tips on Delivery » Practice your speech in front of a mirror: Become comfortable with the image of you as a speaker. » Get to the point: Don’t waffle, this will only bore your audience. » Use anecdotes and practical examples to illustrate a point, you will make it easier for your audience to understand complex issues and to actually remember what it is that you have said! » Time yourself: To ensure you are speaking for the correct amount of time. » Use humour: If you think you can pull it off. » Speak at a good volume: So that people at the back will be able to hear you clearly. » Don’t fidget: Leave your arms at your side allowing them the freedom to gesture. » Maintain good posture: At all times! » Eye contact: Engage the audience’s attention at the start of the speech and secure their interest and respect throughout. » Develop awareness: You should be able to feel your pace and sense when you’re going too fast or too slow. Feel your breathing and your heart rate internally as you speak. » Use pauses: To highlight your point and also to add a little variety. » Vary your tone: So people will stay interested. Exaggerate your voice a little and it will sound so much better. This means increase and decrease the volume a little and be a little expressive in your talk. » Enjoy the experience!

− Will someone be there to help you set up the projector? − Will you have enough time to load your presentation and check if any fonts have defaulted?

Over Coming Nerves » Know your material: Become familiar with your material. Practice your speech and revise it if necessary, until you are absolutely comfortable with what you have written. » Visualize yourself giving your speech: When you visualize yourself as successful, you will be successful. » Don’t apologize: Don’t draw the audience’s attention to any problems you think you have with your speech. Maintain confidence at all times.

Tips on Using A Microphone » To avoid distortion, ensure the microphone is held no closer than 5cm from your mouth during normal speaking. You will have to experiment a little as the distance is dependent on your natural power and ability to project. » Gradually move the microphone away as you continue to talk and listen to the effect – at what point does the vocal sound start to fade? - That is your furthest point to remember. The optimum distance for clarity is between the shortest and furthest points. » There are times when you will be using more volume, hitting higher or lower notes or almost whispering. Practice using different distances and positions to see how using the microphone creates different effects.

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Book Buzz Pharaoh

by Jackie French Based on real historical events Pharaoh traces the life of Prince Namer as he travels through the Ancient World of the Middle East. This is a journey of self discovery and he eventually returns to his homeland to fulfill his destiny.

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Game as Ned

by Tim Pegler

When Ned, an autistic teenager with a detailed knowledge of Australian bushrangers, teams up with Erin, a sixteen year old with a troubled past, they soon find themselves on the run from the police. Ned needs to put his knowledge to the test to prove their innocence.

What’s the point of Reading? Its: » Enjoyable.

The Shadow Thief

by Alexandra Adornetto A quest for adventure sees Milli and Ernest held captive by a group of magicians. They must summon all of their resourcefulness to outwit the sinister Aldor and foil his evil plans.

» Improves your vocabulary. » Improves your cognitive (thinking) processes. » Improves your literacy skills. » Extends your circle of friends and acquaintances.

Looking for Alaska

» Give you an insight into other peer groups.

Desperate to escape his life at home Miles strikes out to find the ‘Great Perhaps’. In a nearby town he meets Alaska and life will not be same again.

» Allows you to experience adventures and activities vicariously (through another source), without having to be exposed to the possible dangers.

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The Goldseekers by Greg Bastian

Set in the harsh world of the 1850’s Gold fields racial tensions run high as desperate people search for the elusive strike. Two Korean children become innocent victims of European hostility before destiny intervenes.

» Allows you to measure yourself against other characters your own age. » Allows you to explore the wider world. » And explore life alternatives without the consequences.

Helicopter Man

by Elizabeth Fensham Pete has previously accepted his unusual life with his father but now starts to ask questions. The answers he receives gradually build up a picture but he isn’t prepared when he realises the truth.

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Do Do’s Fun is a state of mind. If you have a zest for life, you will never miss out on fun.

» Read a good book

» Write a story

» Kick the footy

» Tidy your room

» Shoot a few hoops

» Take some photographs

» Skateboard

» Develop a veggie patch

» Surf

» Join a club

» Go for a run

» Write a poem

» Phone a friend

» Pay off your debts

» Write to a pen pal

» Paint a picture

» Get out a good DVD

» Take up a sport

» Go to the beach

» Take the dog for a walk

» Get the Monopoly out

» Go roller blading

» Email someone

» Watch the sun set

» Go cycling

» Ponder the meaning of life

» Do a spot of fishing

» Study!

» Go out for ice cream

» Learn a different language

» Read a magazine

» Plan your career

» Play a computer game

» Go to the library

» Go swimming

» Study some more!

» Start Christmas shopping

» Do your homework

» Play some cricket in the park

» Find a job

» Go for a walk

» Start your own business

» Have a dance

» Do a TAFE night course

» Go to the gym

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» Listen to music » Go shopping

» Set goals for yourself

» Do some sit ups » Maybe some push ups too » Cook dinner for everyone » Surf the internet » Get a haircut » Write your own song » Learn an instrument » Write a comedy sketch » Enter some competitions

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Every year many accidents occur, but with some care, they can be avoided. Below is a list of treatments for accidents which can sometimes happen. Read each carefully so that you will be able to give vital first aid if needed. REMEMBER to always seek help from an adult immediately. 1. Burns and scalds Burns and scalds are caused by fire, contact with hot objects, exposure to the sun’s rays, hot water and steam – with care these can be avoided. » Wash with cold water for up to 20 minutes until the area has returned to normal body temperature and apply a sterile dressing. » Seek medical advice immediately. » Do not apply any lotions, ointments or oily dressings.

2. Bleeding – act quickly » Press edges of wound together. » Firmly apply a dressing and thick pad over wound. » Elevate the bleeding area. » Seek medical aid.

3. Nose bleeds » Do not blow the nose. » Breathe through the mouth. » Pinch the nose between the fingers for ten minutes. » Sit up with the head slightly forward.

6. Fainting » Loosen patient’s clothing and allow plenty of fresh air. » Lie the person down with the legs raised and the head and body flat.

7. Snake bites » Keep the casualty calm and resting. » Apply a firm bandage around the limb, beginning at the bitten area. Bandage to the toes or fingers, then as far up the leg or arm as possible. » Apply a splint using a piece of timber or any rigid object. » Leave bandages and splint on limb until medical care is reached. » Seek medical aid. » Don’t CUT or WASH the bitten area as the snake might be identified from remaining venom.

LEARN FIRST AID This guide is not a substitute for attending a first aid course. St. John Ambulance Australia conducts courses in first aid in all States. Contact your State centre for details or visit: http://www.stjohn.org.au

» Place cold wet towels on neck and forehead.

» Remove the sting by scraping sideways with fingernails. » Apply a cold compress.

5. Animal bites » Clean thoroughly and apply a sterile bandage. » Seek medical advice.

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Healthy Attitudes Developing and maintaining a positive and constructive attitude — By Jason Fox We all have our ups and downs in life, and it is said that the lower you fall, the higher you can bounce back! It’s much like a trampoline – if you can bounce back from your lows, you can get higher and higher, where eventually life is so good you can do somersaults! Yet some people choose not to bounce back – instead of focusing on the solution, they keep their focus on their problems. This is like getting caught in the springs of a trampoline!

Some Instructions For Life » Don't — believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.

» Talk slow but think quick. » Remember the 3 R's: Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all your actions.

Three simple steps that may help you bounce back!

» Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

1. Change the way you talk to yourself We all have voices in our head. Sometimes these voices can be positive and encouraging, sometimes that can be negative and criticising. What we think can quickly become how we feel, so it is important to be aware of our thoughts. Our subconscious mind works on repetition and reinforcement, and it believes everything we tell it. So, next time you catch yourself thinking something negative about yourself, replace that thought with a positive affirmation – say something positive to counter the negative thought.

» Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.

Or, get that negative thought out of your head and on to paper. Once you can see it in front of you, you can cross it out and replace it with something positive. Believe in that positive affirmation. Give yourself a big tick too!

» Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.

2. Cultivate an optimistic outlook Research shows that optimists outlive pessimists, and optimists are very good at offsetting blame. For example, if a pessimistic person went for a job interview, but didn’t get the position, they may think there was something wrong with them, or that the interviewer didn’t like them, or that they weren’t good enough for the job. An optimistic person might instead think that maybe they were looking for someone older, maybe they could wear better clothes to their next interview, or maybe their timetable didn’t suit the employer. If you can learn not to take things personally, you can then focus on the external things you can improve in your life.

3. Develop a keen sense of humour Laughter is a catalyst. It speeds up the process of moving on. When bad things happen to you, you always have the option to step back and laugh at the situation you are in, no matter how devastating or sad. Life is far too important to be taken seriously.

» Spend some time alone. » Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.

» Read more books and watch less TV. » Live a good, honourable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll get to enjoy it a second time. » Read between the lines. » Mind your own business. » If you make lots of money, put it to use helping others while you’re living. That is wealth's greatest satisfaction. » Remember that your character is your destiny. – Anonymous

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Value: A bar of iron costs $5, made into horseshoes its worth is $12, made into needles its worth is $3500, made into balance springs for watches, its worth is $300,000. Your own value is determined also by what you are able to make of yourself.

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Control Your Cash 1. Track it Track your spending for two to four weeks to find out where your money is going. Use your diary to write down what you spend your money on, when, where and how much.

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Now go through your diary and highlight all the purchases you didn’t really need. Identify your problem areas such as spending too much on takeaway food on the weekend, lengthy mobile phone calls etc.

3. Create Spare Change Now work out ways you could reduce your spending, but still have a great lifestyle. Focus on small adjustments, such as: » Eating a large breakfast on Saturday so you only need one meal out » Taking your own water rather than buying one » Using a landline when you know you tend to talk too long to a particular chatty friend » Go to the movies on budget Tuesdays and eat before you go » Limiting clothes buying to purchasing sale items every quarter

4. Set your boundaries Work out a weekly budget so you know how much you can spend on different areas such as: » Mobile top-up credit » Food » Entertainment » School / Car / Other » Long term savings » Short term savings

5. Get real Don’t give up what you want most, for what you want in the moment. Try to control your spending impulses. Aim for a balance between buying items that give you short-term satisfaction with those that will give you long term fulfilment. Whatever you choose is going to cost some money. Just be moderate and realistic.

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Reading Tips

Before you start reading, know what you want: » Do you only need an outline of the topic? If yes, then you can apply speed reading techniques. » Do you need to understand its details? If yes, then you really should read it slowly to soak up all the information.

Three steps to speed the read. 1. Increase the number of words read in each group of words. This is achieved by: » Holding the text further away from your eyes » Forcing yourself to expand the number of words read at a time » Practice Practice Practice

2. Increase the amount of time spent reading each group of words. This is achieved by: » Forcing yourself » Practicing – over time you will get better at picking up what the text is talking about

3. Increase the number of times you move your eyes back to each section. This is achieved by: » Using your pen to run along the words as you read them

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Time Management Control Yourself!

We only have 24 hours in a day, so time management is all about focusing on how we can get the most out of ourselves with the 24 hours we’re given.

Manage “Time Wasters” Do you spend too much time talking on the phone, daydreaming, net surfing, watching TV, or forgetting things? Set yourself a strict time limit so these activities don’t prevent you from accomplishing the important tasks.

Make A Daily “To Do” List and Prioritise Ruthlessly List tasks according to their priority. Use categories such as: » Things I Must Do… » Things I Should Do… » Things I Could Do… It is a good idea to do this at the start of each day so that you use your day more efficiently. Break tasks up into 15min, 30min or 1 hour time lots to give a sense of deadline to tasks. Every time that you complete a task, tick it off and reward yourself.

The world speed record on a bicycle is held by John Howard of the US. In 1985, he reached 245 km/h, cycling in the slipstream of a specially designed car. Now that’s good time management!

It is easy to forget what homework or assignment is due, when work is on, or when upcoming social events demand attendance.

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It is a good idea to actively use “MyDiary” every day to note down all these commitments so you are better organised and prepared.

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Create Routines Fill in a timetable each week for when you plan to complete your homework, assignments and study – then aim to stick to it!

Over Plan To Get More Done Work expands to fill the time you give to it, so if you only have a single job to get done in the day, then you’ll get that done. If you give yourself three jobs to complete, the chances are that you will squeeze them all in. So try to push yourself to accomplish more, by giving yourself more jobs to do in priority order.

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Until he was 18, Woody Allen read virtually nothing but comic books but did show his writing skills.

The First Technique: The best method of quoting is when you keep your quotations brief and weave them into your own comment. This technique enables you to make a claim and provide evidence at the same time. e.g. Wilfred Owen’s reference to “sunbeams” in the poem 'Futility' highlights the inability of the sun to “wake” this dead soldier from his eternal “sleep”.

He sold one-liners for ten cents each to gossip columnists.

The Second Technique: Make a comment, ensuring that it is a complete sentence, and then use a colon (:) to separate it from your quotation. This technique enables you to make a claim, and then provide evidence immediately after your claim. e.g. Prince Hamlet, torn between his duty to avenge his father and his reservations about committing regicide without evidence about his uncle’s guilt, contemplates taking his own life: “To be or not to be. That is the question”.

Get Creative Ever noticed how, when you first sit down to write, it’s hard to think up ideas? Yet, after a few minutes, ideas seem to flow far more easily. You’ve just discovered the difference between Alpha (creative) and Beta (logical) brain waves. We usually start out in Beta, but when we move into Alpha - the creative subconscious - that’s where original ideas come from. It’s called ‘creative flow.’

How can you get creative quickly? 1. Start thinking about topics in advance. That way the subconscious mind will begin working on ideas while you are eating, travelling to school and even sleeping. 2. As an author I spend at least 1/3 of my time planning and brainstorming. Check out how other authors plan, to see how ‘messy’ the process really can be. Many authors have plans and drafts on their websites. 3. Push through the pain barrier. Don’t just grab the first idea. Keep thinking and delving deeper. 4. Know your ending BEFORE you start writing. You have to know where you are heading. 5. Separate brainstorming and planning from actually writing. Make them two different time slots. 6. Light a tea candle – pretend you only have to write for the time it burns. In minutes you’ll be in Alpha and won’t want to stop! So allow yourself far more planning and ‘mulling’ time. Stop thinking that writing = physical writing on a page. Originality and creativity is all about ideas first and pushing a pen around second. Jen McVeity is a National Literacy Champion, an author of over 20 books and the creator of the Seven Steps to Writing Success program, now in over 900 schools.

Quoting Rules Underline the names of whole texts e.g. title of novel, play, magazine. Use inverted commas for the names of parts of texts e.g. chapter of novel, short story, poem.

For teachers: www.highlightingwriting.com For parents: www.sevenstepswriting.com

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Story Starters

The way a story starts is really important. The first couple of sentences make you either want to read more or just put the book away, but sometimes it’s hard to think of a good way to start a story. Here are some suggestions.

Story Starters… » I was buying a banana when… » “Do I have to eat this again for dinner?” My dog turned to me and said… » I knew it was going to be a strange day when I woke up covered from head to toe in poka dots…

Top 5 Writing Tips 1) Learn Learn the craft of writing. Continue to improve your skills via workshops, books, conferences, courses, writer groups and competitions.

» Last night I chose not to use chicken with my chicken tonight sauce, I tried something else…

2) Read

» I was wearing a dark, dark jumper in a dark, dark room on a dark, dark night when…

Enjoy the works of great writers across a broad range of subjects both fiction and non-fiction.

» “Hit me baby one more time” …I found myself singing as Britney strutted across the stage…

3) Research Your Material

» He dumped into my hand $1000 and told me to use it to make people happy…

Check the accuracy of your facts.

» “What are you doing?“ screamed a voice from behind me…

If you want to publish your work then study the magazines you want to see your writing published in.

» We were camping in the middle of nowhere about to cook dinner, when I grabbed the can of beans and realized the awful truth… I had no can opener!

4) Maintain Your High Standards

» “What no potato?”

Invest time and effort to ensure your writing is of the highest possible standard. Refuse to submit garbage.

» It was Sunday, and the mail got delivered… » “Sheryl, it’s me, Bob… Remember”

Keep writing and submitting your work until you have found someone who likes your work enough to publish it.

Story Enders… » Dad ended up walking home. » My parents decided it was time to visit the school. » When they asked me again, I said, “I’d rather not.” » Whoops.

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» And moving on…

5) Never Ever Give Up

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General Creativity Tricks » The answer to your problem “pre-exists.” You need to ask the right questions to reveal the answer. » Keep thinking! … did I say stop? » Create ideas that are 15 minutes ahead of their time. » Remember the KISS principle … Keep It Simple Stupid. » Keep a note pad handy to write down ideas before you forget. » If everyone says you are wrong, you’re one step ahead. If everyone laughs at you, you’re two steps ahead … it shows you are thinking outside the square.

More Creative Writing Tricks » Try to show your characters’ emotions, feelings, personalities and inner thoughts. » It’s always entertaining when you have humour as well as seriousness in a story. » Use detail in the scenes and characters you are describing. » Try to mirror-image the characteristics of real people in your story: make them go through mood swings, emotions, contradictions, so that the characters are not totally good or totally evil. » Try to write the conversation just like it would actually sound, incorporating accents and slang words. » Always leave one question unanswered until the last paragraph of the story. » Try to write in a unique way avoiding cliches and typical descriptions & sayings. » Try not to state the obvious; instead show the reader what you want through descriptions of movements instead of telling them, ie: don’t say someone is sad - instead describe the down turned lips on their face. » Use the length of your sentence to set the pace of the story. i.e. short sentences for fast actions or scenes and long sentences for slow actions or scenes.

Stuck for story ideas? Use these tricks as inspiration finders » Re-write a familiar story but change the ending. » Look at pictures …In magazines and books to see if anything gets your creative juices flowing. » Listen to or read news stories …Then re-write it either as an eyewitness or as one to whom the incident occurred. » Keep a Notebook or Journal …Carry a notebook and write down interesting information or unusual happenings. » Read lots and lots …Reading is the best way to learn style or to get your own imagination going. » Use Your Dreams …Maybe remembering your dreams may help you kick off a good story.

» Try to have more than one thing happening at once in a story. » Use all senses to describe things.

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CAPITAL Letters C Capital letters are used for all names of people and places. A All names and main words in titles have capitals. P Places, days of the week and months have capitals. I I is a capital letter when used by itself.

Accidental Accident Reports – What a Little Grammar Mistake Can Do… Coming home I drove into the wrong house and collided with a tree I don't have. The other car collided with mine without giving warning of its intent.

T Talking must begin with a capital letter. A Addresses on envelopes have capital letters.

I collided with a stationary truck coming the other way.

L Letters beginning paragraphs have capitals.

In my attempt to kill a fly, I drove into a telephone pole. I had been shopping for plants all day and was on my way home. As I reached an intersection, a hedge sprang up, obscuring my vision and I didn’t see the other car.

S Sentences always begin with a capital letter.

Spelling » Circle words that don’t look right. » Have a go – syllabify (e.g. to/mor/row) » Check words – use the computer's spellcheck, ask someone, use a dictionary, refer to a class spelling list, charts, etc. » i before e, except after c or when sounded like “ay” as in neighbour and weigh. Some exceptions: either, foreign, height, leisure, protein, weird plus “CIEN words” including: ancient, efficient, and science.

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I had been driving for forty years when I fell asleep at the wheel and had an accident. I was on my way to the doctor with rear end trouble when my universal joint gave way causing me to have an accident. My car was legally parked as it backed into the other vehicle.

» Does my writing make sense? » Are there any gaps in the meaning of the information I have given? » Is the information ordered logically? » Do the events or facts follow each other in a logical sequence? » Can I make my piece of writing more interesting? » Can I change words to make them more interesting? » Is there anything that I need to add to make my ideas clearer? » Are there any parts, or words, that I need to change?

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Distrust every word on the page…

and practise to master …but once you have the hang of it you’ll gain precious marks in your assignments and tests. Here are some tips for catching editing mistakes:

Be aware of your bad habits.

“ Speech Marks ”

If there are types of errors you know you tend to make, double check for those.

“Use them to show when somebody is talking.”

Read one word at a time.

Paragraphs

Be sure to read what is actually on the page, not what you think is there.

A paragraph is a group of sentences dealing with the same topic. Paragraphs are indented; they start in near the middle of the line.

Read very, very slowly.

The Ownership Apostrophe

When you read normally, you see only the first and last few letters. You “fix your eyes” on the print only three or four times per line, or less. You take in the words between your fixation points with your peripheral vision, which gets less accurate the further it is from the point. The average reader can only take in six letters accurately with one fixation. This means you have to fix your eyes on almost every word you have written and do it twice for longer words, in order to proofread accurately. You have to look at the word, not slide over it

The apostrophe is used to show that something belongs to someone or something. It goes after the last letter of the owner’s name. e.g. this is Claire’s bag.

??? The question mark is placed at the end of a question. As it completes a sentence (in the same way as a full stop) the next word begins with a capital letter.

Hints on Tricky Words

Read out loud.

» a piece of pie

You are more likely to hear a mistake such as repeating or omitting words. This is because you are using two senses, seeing and hearing, and you are forced to slow down. This keeps you conscious of every word.

» you hear with your ear

Proofread more than once.

» principal/principle – The principal is your pal

If possible ask friends/parents/siblings to check it too. It is harder to detect mistakes in your own work than in someone else’s.

» because – Betty eats cake and uncle Sam’s eggs

Commas

» meat/meet – I like to eat meat

A comma is used when you take a breath in a middle of a sentence. Commas divide a sentence into parts, making it easier for the reader to understand.

» stationary/stationery – A car is stationary

» necessary has one collar and two socks » quite/quiet – Silent ends with the letter t and quiet ends with the letter t

» accommodation – There are two caravans and two motels

» island – An island is land surrounded by sea

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Essay Tips How To Write A Formal Analytical Essay Introduction The first paragraph in your essay should: » Demonstrate that you understand the question. » Clarify any difficult parts of the topic. » Include the “courtesy” details: the genre, the text’s name and the name of the writer or director. » State your proposition or thesis. » This is your opinion on the topic, i.e. where you position yourself in terms of your reading of the text in response to the question. » Broadly outline the approach you will take with your argument, i.e. how you will proceed in order to persuade the reader. » Do not be too detailed – save this for the body of your essay.

Body of the Essay

Key Words in Essay Questions & What They Really Mean Summarise: To sum up; give the main points briefly. Evaluate: Give the good points and the bad ones and your own opinion on the issue. Explain: Make clear; interpret; make plain; tell “how” to do. Enumerate: List the main events or reasons.

» Have a topic sentence which contains the main idea of the paragraph.

Define: Give the meaning of a word or concept; place it in the class to which it belongs and differentiate it from other items.

» This sentence may be your first assertion or claim which attempts to prove your thesis.

Compare: Bring out the points of similarity and points of difference.

Each paragraph in the body of your essay should:

» Provide evidence or examples from the text to support your claims. Make sure that this evidence is specific and relevant. You can do this by quoting or paraphrasing the text. » Explain the relevance of this evidence, connecting it directly with the essay question. Often this part of the paragraph requires the most attention. » Link to your thesis and the next paragraph.

Contrast: Bring out the points of difference. Discuss: Talk over; consider from various points of view. Criticise: State your opinion of the correctness or merit of an item or issue.

Conclusion

Justify: Show good reasons for.

The last paragraph should:

Trace: Follow the course of; follow the trail of.

» Briefly summarise the main ideas (assertions) which were developed in the body of the essay. » Consolidate or reaffirm your thesis or proposition of paragraph one. In other words, this means that you would rephrase it. » In some instances, evaluate the consequences of your thesis, or discuss the importance of your findings.

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Interpret: Make plain; give your meaning of; translate. Prove: Establish the truth of something by giving factual evidence or logical reasons. Illustrate: Use a word picture, a diagram, a chart, or a concrete example to clarify a point.

Essay Tips Transitional words

Useful Referencing Terminology

They Help Keep Your Essay Together

et alia or et al. - These terms mean “and others” and is used for four or more authors . It is a way of shortening the citation within your text. When you complete your reference list you must write out all the authors in full. The term et al. is not italicised.

The following words help show the relationships between sentences and paragraphs to ensure that your essay is more coherent. » therefore » nevertheless » in addition » moreover

[sic] - The term means ‘thus’ or ‘this is how it was written’. This is used when there is a spelling or grammatical error or when sexist language is used in the original source quoted. This term [sic] appears immediately after the original error. It is not italicised and appears in square brackets. c. - This term denotes “circa” and means approximately. This is used when the approximate date is all that is known. It is not italicized and ends with a full stop.

» first of all » thus » admittedly » finally » furthermore » next » first » consequently » assuredly » in conclusion » on the other hand

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Study Skill Checklist To improve your study, you need to know where your weaknesses lie. This checklist will help you understand what skills you need to focus your attention on so that you get better marks in school. 1. I seem to spend so much time studying for one small test.

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Any true answers? If yes, you may want to focus your attention on your Time Management Skills. Read page 26 for some handy hints. 5. I can’t sit and study for long periods of time without becoming tired or distracted.

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Any true answers? If yes, you may want to focus your attention on your Concentration Skills. Your ability to concentrate depends: » On commitment: So give yourself a motivational talk about how better grades lead to more career opportunities. » Enthusiasm for the task: Reward yourself, e.g. promise to phone a friend if you complete your study goal for the night. » Emotional and physical state: Eat good clean food and exercise regularly. Try burning a few drops of peppermint oil in a candle burner to stimulate your brain. 7. When I try to read my notes from class I can’t understand them.

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9. I don’t review my class notes consistently throughout the year.

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Any true answers? If yes, you may want to focus your attention on your Taking Notes & Revision Skills. Here are some tips: » Divide your revision time into 20 minute sessions. » Revise each night what you did in class that day by… − Highlighting key words and points. − Reading more slowly so that you actually understand it. » Skim-read to get the general idea. » Make notes and special summaries to memorise

For more handy hints check out: www.how-to-study.com

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Ten Top Tips For a Better Body Image Ten Top Tips For a Better Body Image

Written by Peta Slocombe

Counselor and Trainer, Centrecare Corporate

1. Waiting until you have the perfect body to feel good will not bring you happiness. Confidence, being well groomed or well dressed, good posture and being positive, energetic and interested in others are features most often reported in people considered attractive, not body weight.

2. Don’t get focused on the dial on the scales. Health, fitness, self-care and a balanced diet are a better measure of health and weight management than weight alone. Instead of setting weight goals, set fitness or health related goals.

3. Buy and wear clothes for the way you look now. You are more likely to look after your body if you feel you look good than if you wait until you feel good about your body.

4. Look after and nurture your body. Don’t focus on punishment and deprivation. Have a bath, take a walk, take a vitamin, care for your skin, change your haircut or pursue a new hobby. Self-care, not self-punishment, is the fastest way to weight management and to feeling better about your body.

5. Trust your body. Eat only when you are hungry, instead of eating for social reasons, comfort, boredom or anxiety. Non-hunger eating usually results in ill feeling and regret. Re-familiarize yourself with hunger signs and notice how eating for other reasons is not going to be a solution.

6. Don’t define yourself by your weight. Ask yourself how you want loved ones to remember you and aim to refine these personal characteristics. Body shape is usually one of the last attributes by which you will be recalled.

7. Don’t deprive yourself of food. This will only encourage obsessive thoughts and may result in you overeating later on. Contemplate drinking some thing instead of eating. If you are unsure, give yourself permission to eat something if you are still hungry after 15 minutes to avoid impulse eating.

8. Live for today because life is “how you live each day”. Don’t’ think that tomorrow will be different if you are not prepared to look after your body today.

9. Ask yourself how much of your life thoughts comprise thinking about your body image. What is acceptable to you and is this representative of your priorities in life?

10. Be gentle with yourself and be positive in your self-talk. Remember the days when you felt good about yourself, how motivating it was? Being negative about your body makes it less likely, not more likely, for you to achieve your goals.

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Notes When sunlight travels through the atmosphere, it collides with gas molecules. These molecules scatter the light. The shorter the wavelength of light, the more it is scattered by the atmosphere. Because blue has a shorter wavelength than the other colours, blue light is scattered more, infact, ten times more than red light, for instance. That is why the sky is blue.