​A common struggle faced by neurodivergent adults is the concept of time management. We have specifically designed our program to provide simple tips and techniques to manage your time more efficiently.

Our Time Management program is four workshops for participants, supported by one-on-one coaching after each workshop. Each of the workshops have activities designed to introduce and develop Time Management concepts and skills and prepare participants for the world of work.

4 weeks, 4 x 2 hour group sessions, 4 x one-on-one sessions with a coach.

At our office in Canberra

12^th August 2024 

• Introduction and what does time management mean to me?
• What are my strengths, barriers, and default behaviours?
• Successful preparation
• Schedule time
• Reflection: Outcomes of Workshop 1 Practice
• Contingencies and priorities
• Proactive planning
• Putting everything into practice

Many neurodivergent adults can struggle with executive dysfunction. The Executive Functioning course aims to build awareness and skills related to the topic, to help participants thrive both at home and in the workplace. The program uses activities, practical examples and individualised coaching to assist participants with learning and applying new strategies.

5 weeks – Each week consists of a 3-hour small group session and a 1 hour one-on-one with a coach to reinforce learnings. An additional 1 hour session will be completed with a coach prior to starting the course.

At our office in Canberra 

29^th July 2024

8^th August 2024

• Self-awareness and self-regulation (recognising and managing own emotions)
• Managing Perfectionism and All or Nothing mindsets
• Learning strategies to help with task initiation and avoid task fixation
• Switching between different tasks
• Keeping track of what tasks need to be done, and completing them
• Retaining information
• Managing the anxiety around deadlines, and strategies for meeting deadlines
• Mental flexibility around change and new experiences
• Understanding different perspectives
• Recognising and managing burn-out
• Creating and implementing a self-care plan
• Dealing with feelings around failure.

Our Finance program covers basic awareness through to more advanced topics such as credit rating and independent living. The program has been broken down to 6 topics so you can choose to complete the whole program or select which topics are relevant to your current needs. Descriptions are below.

At our office in Canberra

Topic 1 – 2^nd August 2024
Topic 2 – 9^th August 2024 
Topic 3 – 16^th August 2024 
Topic 4 –  September 2024 
Topic 5 –  September 2024
Topic 6 – September 2024

Topic 5 – Advanced Skills in Finance

• Workshop 1 covers things such as credit cards, loans and other borrowing. Also covers credit rating and accumulating debt. 2-hour group session and follow up one-on-one session.
• Workshop 2 covers effective use of credit, earning power, using finance wisely, setting yourself up for the future. 2-hour group session and follow up one-on-one session.

Topic 6 – Independent Living

• Workshop 1 covers benefits of Independent Living, future state costs (renting or buying), living expenses and what can I afford. 2-hour group session and follow up one-on-one session. 
• Workshop 2 covers IL choice, affordability, “sensible” choices , managing own finances and IL plan. 2-hour group session and follow up one-on-one session.

In our comprehensive Barista and Customer Service Program you’ll cover both the art of crafting delicious beverages and delivering great customer service. The program begins with a dive into coffee’s history and origins, followed by an exploration of essential equipment, cleaning and their maintenance. You’ll learn to prepare common coffee orders and perfect milk steaming techniques, even delving into the world of latte art.

Beyond coffee preparation, we’ll equip you with crucial customer service skills, teaching you to efficiently take orders, handle complaints, and self-regulation strategies. By the end of this training, you’ll be confident to create common coffee orders while keeping your work area clean and providing great customer service.

4 weeks – Each week consists of a 3-hour small group session and a 1 hour one-on-one with a coach.

At our office in Canberra

23^rd August 2024

• Introduction to coffee
• Equipment used by a Barista
• Common coffee orders
• Cleaning the machine and work area
• Milk steaming and Latte art
• Key aspects of customer service for Baristas
• Handling complaints
• Self-regulation strategies that can be used at work
• Taking common orders (including learning common abbreviations)
• Specialty coffee orders
• Non-coffee drinks

• Cash handling and point-of-sale (POS) system operation.
• Customer service skills, including communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution.
• Food preparation and food service skills.
• Inventory management and stock replenishment.
• Time management and multitasking abilities.
• Cleaning and sanitation skills, including food safety and hygiene practices.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail, especially when labeling products and checking expiration dates.
• Organisational skills, including keeping track of multiple tasks and schedules.
• Adaptability and flexibility to handle unexpected situations.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy periods.
• Basic knowledge of nutrition and dietary restrictions.
• Safe handling of hot foods, like soup and curry.

Embarking on a job search can be overwhelming, but with our program you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to navigate the process. Our program covers developing resumes and cover letters for specific roles, finding opportunities, tracking applications, STAR method, preparing for an interview, common questions, following up after the interview and accepting/declining a job opportunity. The program also covers tips for a successful interview, including dress code, communication, and planning strategies. We review common questions and responses and roleplay interviews.

6 weeks – Each week consists of a 2-hour small group session and a 1 hour one-on-one with a coach.

At our office in Canberra 

August 2024 (Canberra)

• Resumes – what to include/exclude, job specific, the importance of references.
• How to find opportunities for employment
• Application letters and using the STAR method
• Responding to a request for an interview
• How to be best prepared for an interview
• Roleplaying different types of interviews
• What should you do after the interview
• How to accept of decline a job offer
• Strategies when you are not successful

• Understanding a workplace structure and requirements, preparing for a successful transition to work through planning and preparation
• Workplace expectations and communication strategies
• My wellbeing in the workplace
• Manage priorities and energy levels to achieve work life balance and avoid burnout
• Consider other perspectives – use discretion with language and topics in the workplace
• Teamwork in the workplace
• Disclosure and self-advocacy
• My Neurodiversity Passport