Let’s get Gritty

Jul 31, 2017

Ever wondered how Elon Musk started building rocket ships or how 16 year old Laura Dekker sailed her way around the world in 518 days solo? How Michael Jordan become one of the World’s best basketball players or how Sara Blakely become the youngest female billionaire in the world with her Spanx business?

Were these individuals born smarter, stronger, more motivated?

I don’t think so!

If you haven’t heard about Grit then please do yourself a favour and get yourself a copy of Angela Duckworth’s incredibly insightful book called.. you guessed it.. Grit! Don’t have time to read you say? Angela also delivered a great 6 minute TED Talk which is well worth watching.

Grit argues that it is not about how smart you are, but rather how resilience, initiative, and having guts gives you a distinct advantage over others. At HSC CoWorks we are such believers of this that it is one of our Key Behaviours. We work with our students to develop their Grit and apply this skill to the HSC and ultimately life after. Not everyone is born with Grit, but everyone can develop it.

So is that student who is doing well at school that much smarter than you? Or is it that they have done that many more practice essays, pushed their comfort zone to improve results, asked the questions and stayed curious about what it is they are learning, and ultimately stayed ‘gritty’ and persevered to the end?

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Dreaming of becoming a doctor but not sure how to get there?

There’s more than one pathway into medicine, and figuring out which one to take can feel overwhelming.

🎙️ In our latest podcast episode dropped today, Bondi Junction Team Leader Max shares his own journey into medicine, explores the different pathways available and reveals what he’s learnt from sitting the GAMSAT multilple times.

From setbacks and persistence to his top tips for future medical students, Max shares valuable insights for anyone considering a career in medicine.

🔔 Full Episode in Bio

#MedicinePathways #FutureDoctors #GAMSAT #HSCMotivation #HSCCoWorks

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Dreaming of becoming a doctor but not sure how to get there?
There’s more than one pathway into medicine, and figuring out which one to take can feel overwhelming.
🎙️ In our latest podcast episode dropped today, Bondi Junction Team Leader Max shares his own journey into medicine, explores the different pathways available and reveals what he’s learnt from sitting the GAMSAT multilple times.
From setbacks and persistence to his top tips for future medical students, Max shares valuable insights for anyone considering a career in medicine.
🔔 Full Episode in Bio
#MedicinePathways #FutureDoctors #GAMSAT #HSCMotivation #HSCCoWorks

Are you considering studying medicine?

There are so many different pathways into studying medicine, it can definitely be confusing! In this episode Bondi Junction Team Leader Max breaks down the pathway he has taken and how it compares to some of the other pathways available to students. Hear how Max has shown persistence in taking the GAMSAT three times and his top tips for if he were to take it again! If you are thinking of studying medicine, considering what pathway to take or even if you can just simply picture yourself working as a doctor or in a hospital setting, then this episode is for you.

📣 Episode drops Friday 6 November

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Are you considering studying medicine?
There are so many different pathways into studying medicine, it can definitely be confusing! In this episode Bondi Junction Team Leader Max breaks down the pathway he has taken and how it compares to some of the other pathways available to students. Hear how Max has shown persistence in taking the GAMSAT three times and his top tips for if he were to take it again! If you are thinking of studying medicine, considering what pathway to take or even if you can just simply picture yourself working as a doctor or in a hospital setting, then this episode is for you.
📣 Episode drops Friday 6 November

Your first HSC assessments are just weeks away and what you do NOW can make a huge difference to how confidently you tackle your first assessments and the year ahead.

3 things to focus on RIGHT NOW:

1️⃣ Get organised: Know what’s coming up, plan your workload and stop procrastination before it starts.

2️⃣ Master your content: Daily active recall and spaced repetition, not just writing notes.

3️⃣ Train for the exam room: Practice exam-style questions, work under timed conditions and get feedback on your responses.

Finish Term 4 feeling confident, prepared and ready to enjoy a well-earned summer break ! We have broken down exactly what you should be doing over the next few weeks in our latest blog.

👉 Read: 3 Things Every Year 12 Student Should Do NOW Before Their First HSC Assessments. Link in bio!

#HSCCoWorks #HSC2027 #Year12 #HSCStudyTips #HSCPreparation

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Your first HSC assessments are just weeks away and what you do NOW can make a huge difference to how confidently you tackle your first assessments and the year ahead.
3 things to focus on RIGHT NOW:
1️⃣ Get organised: Know what’s coming up, plan your workload and stop procrastination before it starts.
2️⃣ Master your content: Daily active recall and spaced repetition, not just writing notes.
3️⃣ Train for the exam room: Practice exam-style questions, work under timed conditions and get feedback on your responses.
Finish Term 4 feeling confident, prepared and ready to enjoy a well-earned summer break ! We have broken down exactly what you should be doing over the next few weeks in our latest blog.
👉 Read: 3 Things Every Year 12 Student Should Do NOW Before Their First HSC Assessments. Link in bio!
#HSCCoWorks #HSC2027 #Year12 #HSCStudyTips #HSCPreparation

🎄 The HSC year moves quickly and by Christmas, you’ll already be 25% of the way through your HSC year!

What you do in these early months can make a huge difference to where you end up.

Your 3 Step To-Do List:
✅ Book 2 x Zoom an Expert sessions in your hardest subjects for extra targeted support.
✅ Start a streak in the portal with daily training across flashcards, practice questions and extended responses.
✅ Submit work to our HSC marking team for feedback NOW, before assessment time.

By the time Christmas arrives, we want you looking back at everything you’ve achieved, knowing you’re building the foundations for an incredible HSC year.

Remember....You don’t have to recover from a great start!

#hsccoworks #hsc2027 #hscmotivation

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🎄 The HSC year moves quickly and by Christmas, you’ll already be 25% of the way through your HSC year!
What you do in these early months can make a huge difference to where you end up.
Your 3 Step To-Do List:
✅ Book 2 x Zoom an Expert sessions in your hardest subjects for extra targeted support.
✅ Start a streak in the portal with daily training across flashcards, practice questions and extended responses.
✅ Submit work to our HSC marking team for feedback NOW, before assessment time.
By the time Christmas arrives, we want you looking back at everything you’ve achieved, knowing you’re building the foundations for an incredible HSC year.
Remember....You don’t have to recover from a great start!
#hsccoworks #hsc2027 #hscmotivation

Mount HSC 2027 has begun and by Christmas you will already be 25% of the way through your HSC year🎄

HSC success isn’t about being the smartest student in the room. It’s about building the habits, mindset and resilience to keep making progress, even when things get tough. The summit isn’t reached in one giant leap before the assessment tasks. It’s reached through the daily habits which you show up for every day along the way.

Ready to lock in? Start your FREE 14-Day Trial and we will walk side by side you as you climb Mount HSC.

#HSCCoWorks #HSC2027 #HabitsBeatTalent #HSCMotivation #StudyHabits

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Mount HSC 2027 has begun and by Christmas you will already be 25% of the way through your HSC year🎄
HSC success isn’t about being the smartest student in the room. It’s about building the habits, mindset and resilience to keep making progress, even when things get tough. The summit isn’t reached in one giant leap before the assessment tasks. It’s reached through the daily habits which you show up for every day along the way.
Ready to lock in? Start your FREE 14-Day Trial and we will walk side by side you as you climb Mount HSC.
#HSCCoWorks #HSC2027 #HabitsBeatTalent #HSCMotivation #StudyHabits