By Anja van den Berg

Congratulations on graduating! It has been tough, and you have persevered. However, the world of work (and of being an adult!) can be ruthless. Surround yourself with supportive people and empower yourself with credible information. TED Talks are on-point with some pertinent topics for new graduates. Below is a summary of highly recommended videos:

CAREER TIPS YOU WISH THEY HAD TAUGHT YOU IN SCHOOL

How to know if it is time to change careers.

• Presenter: Chieh Huang (entrepreneur)
• Duration: 5 minutes
• Meant for: Those who are uncertain about their qualification
• Applying what you learn: How to match your current skills to available positions in several industries.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/chieh_huang_how_to_know_if_it_s_time_to_change_careers#t-97104

The secret to success is setting the right goals.

• Presenter: John Doerr (venture capitalist)
• Duration: 12 minutes
• Meant for: Those who want to start a side hustle.
• Applying what you learn: How to figure out what you want to achieve and stick to your goals year after year.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/john_doerr_why_the_secret_to_success_is_setting_the_right_goals?referrer=playlist-how_to_take_charge_of_your_personal_finances

How to get better at things you care about.

• Presenter: Eduardo Briceno (learning expert)
• Duration: 12 minutes
• Meant for: Those who are on the edge of burnout.
• Applying what you learn: How to carve out small blocks of time to spend on what matters to you.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/eduardo_briceno_how_to_get_better_at_the_things_you_care_about

TRIED AND TESTED MONEY ADVICE

Three psychological tricks to help you save money.

• Presenter: Wendy de la Rosa (behavioural scientist)
• Duration: 6 minutes
• Meant for: Those who need to establish themselves financially.
• Applying what you learn: How to change bad money habits by changing seemingly insignificant (online) behavioural patterns.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/wendy_de_la_rosa_3_psychological_tricks_to_help_you_save_money

Could your language affect your ability to save money?

• Presenter: Keith Chen (economist)
• Duration: 12 minutes
• Meant for: Those who are ready to take control of their finances.
• Applying what you learn: How to think of your future goals as your present goals to keep you accountable to yourself.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/keith_chen_could_your_language_affect_your_ability_to_save_money?referrer=playlist-how_to_take_charge_of_your_personal_finances

Let’s get honest about our money problems.

• Presenter: Tammy Lally (money coach)
• Duration: 13 minutes
• Meant for: Those who have been putting off tough financial conversations.
• Applying what you learn: How to study your money habits and seeing money as a tool to create your ideal life.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/tammy_lally_let_s_get_honest_about_our_money_problems?referrer=playlist-how_to_take_charge_of_your_personal_finances

LIFE ADVICE FROM THE EXPERTS

A simple way to break a bad habit.

• Presenter: Judson Brewer (psychiatrist)
• Duration: 10 minutes
• Meant for: Those who want to control their own mindset.
• Applying what you learn: How to be aware of what happens in your body when you indulge in the bad habit you want to break.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/judson_brewer_a_simple_way_to_break_a_bad_habit

How to make hard decisions.

• Presenter: Ruth Chang (philosopher)
• Duration: 15 minutes
• Meant for: Those who are facing significant life choices.
• Applying what you learn: Measure options according to your goals.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/ruth_chang_how_to_make_hard_choices

How frustration can make us more creative.

• Presenter: Tim Harford
• Duration: 16 minutes
• Meant for: Those who feel driven to achieve more.
• Applying what you learn: How to reframe your project mishaps to get creative results.
• Link: https://www.ted.com/talks/tim_harford_how_frustration_can_make_us_more_creative

Sources:

HR Future: https://www.hrfuture.net/strategy/carreer-paths/9-ted-talks-every-college-grad-needs-to-hear-on-life-money-and-career-success/

Intuit Mint Life: https://mint.intuit.com/blog/early-career/ted-talks-every-college-grad-needs-to-hear/

Business Diary: https://businessdiary.com.ph/19688/9-ted-talks-every-college-grad-needs-to-hear-on-life-money-and-career-success/