It’s that time of year – finals. Most of us are hunkering down to study whilst simultaneously re-evaluating our life purposes. Netflix or study, anyone? To aid your study breaks/allow you to procrastinate, here are some great TED talks to get you back on the study train and towards your dream career.
For when you need a blunt dose of reality: Why you will fail to have a great career – Larry Smith
If you’re choosing your major: How to make hard choices – Ruth Chang
If you’re a senior and will graduate soon: Why 30 is not the new 20 – Meg Jay
If you were wondering where the voice-over in Beyoncé’s “Flawless” came from, look no further: We should all be feminists – Chimamanda Agozi Adichie
Sit up and project confidence! Your body language shapes who you are – Amy Cuddy
How to lean into your career and get to the top: Why we have too few women leaders – Sheryl Sandberg
On making the most of every opportunity you have: How to live before you die – Steve Jobs
Procrastinate effectively and get some life tips while you’re at it. Good luck, and think of the Christmas pudding on the other side!