We often focus on the negatives, so take a moment to talk about some of the highs of working and celebrate what you have achieved.
Talking about the positives helps young people understand that work can be a good experience, not just something we have to do.
Use this conversation starter as a PDF or print it out. The best time to chat is when you’re all together and not in a rush, so at dinner time for example, or during a longer car ride. If finding a time when you’re all together is tricky, you can also use a group message to get people talking.