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The Change Generation: Milestones, big decisions and the time of your life Making Your Mind Up

The Change Generation: Milestones, big decisions and the time of your life

Aug 25th 2016, 3:28 PM 960 Views No Comments

For the next three months, we shine a spotlight on a period of huge change for Irish adults.

Flying the nest: What to pack and how to settle in Change Generation

Flying the nest: What to pack and how to settle in

Sep 5th 2016, 11:00 AM 10,203 Views 2 Comments

New job, new third-level world, or even just finally getting enough cash to move from your parents’ house to your own space: our guide to getting settled.

Letters to a Fresher: College graduates tell us what they wish they'd known in first year Change Generation

Letters to a Fresher: College graduates tell us what they wish they'd known in first year

Sep 7th 2016, 11:00 AM 26,945 Views 29 Comments

We asked three recent graduates to write a letter to their former selves. Here’s what they had to say…

QUIZ: What Kind Of Flatmates Do You Need? Change Generation

QUIZ: What Kind Of Flatmates Do You Need?

Sep 9th 2016, 11:11 AM 16,783 Views 14 Comments

Whether you’re flying the coop for the first time, or on your millionth houseshare, it’s need-to-know info.

5 recipes to master on your first time away from home Change Generation

5 recipes to master on your first time away from home

Sep 12th 2016, 11:00 AM 33,338 Views 11 Comments

One to impress, one to kill the pasta craving, the quickest stir fry, top curry and the all-day breakfast.

How to do your Big Shop on a budget Change Generation

How to do your Big Shop on a budget

Sep 14th 2016, 6:17 PM 20,276 Views 22 Comments

What should be in the basket and what should stay on the shelf?

Budgeting is boring? A guide to why - and how - you need to master the purse strings Change Generation

Budgeting is boring? A guide to why - and how - you need to master the purse strings

Sep 16th 2016, 11:00 AM 19,699 Views 4 Comments

A third-level student will need at least €11,000 to get through the college year, living away from home.

What one tip would you give students to make the most of college? Change Generation

What one tip would you give students to make the most of college?

Sep 19th 2016, 11:00 AM 10,802 Views 36 Comments

Getting the balance right in college can be tough. We asked students how to manage being happy AND productive.

The psychology of house sharing: how to get on with the people you're living with Change Generation

The psychology of house sharing: how to get on with the people you're living with

Sep 21st 2016, 11:00 AM 19,451 Views 26 Comments

Can’t we all just get along? Former Olympic team psychologist Niamh Fitzpatrick helps us understand why housemates fight.

Bored and broke? Here are some free things to do this weekend Change Generation

Bored and broke? Here are some free things to do this weekend

Sep 23rd 2016, 11:00 AM 21,957 Views 21 Comments

Bored and out of money? We’ve got some suggestions for free things to do.

Decision time: How to decide on the career that's (hopefully) right for you Change Generation

Decision time: How to decide on the career that's (hopefully) right for you

Sep 26th 2016, 11:00 AM 16,223 Views 9 Comments

Choosing a career is one of the most important decision you will ever make – so don’t just fall into it.

Students: Be productive and make the most of your breaks from college Change Generation This post contains videos

Students: Be productive and make the most of your breaks from college

Sep 28th 2016, 11:00 AM 10,609 Views 9 Comments

It’s not all about binging on box-sets: this is the time to feather your CV for future employers.

Punctuality, responsibility, find something that you love: What did you learn on your first job? Change Generation

Punctuality, responsibility, find something that you love: What did you learn on your first job?

Sep 30th 2016, 9:52 AM 17,593 Views 29 Comments

Some famous names share their experiences – and yes, first impressions count.

BFFs? Probably not - why we shed friends in our late 20s Change Generation

BFFs? Probably not - why we shed friends in our late 20s

Oct 4th 2016, 11:03 AM 38,461 Views 12 Comments

Psychologist Niamh Fitzpatrick explains why some friendships have a best-by date.

The Debate Room: To wed, or not to wed, that is the question Change Generation This post contains a poll

The Debate Room: To wed, or not to wed, that is the question

Oct 5th 2016, 11:00 AM 726 Views 61 Comments

One couple explains why marriage is important to them and another on why they won’t be taking the plunge.

Friendship and colleagues: Can work friends become real friends? Change Generation

Friendship and colleagues: Can work friends become real friends?

Oct 7th 2016, 1:18 PM 33,676 Views 16 Comments

Can workplace bonds cut it in the real world?

What are the biggest expenses for Irish households? Change Generation This post contains a poll

What are the biggest expenses for Irish households?

Oct 10th 2016, 11:00 AM 42,428 Views 51 Comments

The roof over our heads, the food in our belly and the means of getting from A to B top the list.

Saving money in your 20s and 30s? It CAN be done - and here's how Mo Money Mo Savings

Saving money in your 20s and 30s? It CAN be done - and here's how

Oct 12th 2016, 11:00 AM 35,449 Views 59 Comments

We talked to successful savers for their tips on squirrelling it away.

Know your ARFs from your PRSAs? Our guide to when to start a pension The Long Game

Know your ARFs from your PRSAs? Our guide to when to start a pension

Oct 14th 2016, 10:00 AM 13,709 Views 24 Comments

And what the hell is a PIP? An ARF? We got some experts to answer your questions.

'Don't share so much on social media' - advice for your 20s from those who have been there Word From The Wise

'Don't share so much on social media' - advice for your 20s from those who have been there

Oct 17th 2016, 10:30 AM 26,649 Views 12 Comments

Retired people on why you shouldn’t worry ‘until worry worries you’.

Essential home kit you should invest in when you're a grown-up Change Generation

Essential home kit you should invest in when you're a grown-up

Oct 19th 2016, 12:03 PM 11,549 Views 12 Comments

At some stage, the people who are happy to drink wine from a mug disappear from your life…

QUIZ: Are You Ready To Settle (Down)? Change Generation

QUIZ: Are You Ready To Settle (Down)?

Oct 21st 2016, 10:56 AM 24,060 Views 4 Comments

Are you looking for a change? Let’s see.

Sea swimming and hula-hooping - a social life outside the pub Change Generation

Sea swimming and hula-hooping - a social life outside the pub

Oct 24th 2016, 11:00 AM 21,575 Views 6 Comments

When going ‘out’ out just doesn’t cut it.

Changing careers 101 - Figure out where you want to go Switch It Up

Changing careers 101 - Figure out where you want to go

Oct 26th 2016, 11:00 AM 11,917 Views 7 Comments

If you are in your 20s, it’s a good time to ring the changes if that’s what your gut is telling you.

Break-ups, career moves and kids - the science of making a BIG change All Change

Break-ups, career moves and kids - the science of making a BIG change

Oct 28th 2016, 11:00 AM 16,420 Views 4 Comments

Moments of crisis or contentment – managing life changes can be done.

Turning 30? Our guide to owning it Thirty Not Hurty

Turning 30? Our guide to owning it

Nov 1st 2016, 12:04 PM 23,542 Views 20 Comments

Life lessons for your fourth decade.

Do the 44% of Irish people who are single in their 30s suffer stigma? Flying Solo

Do the 44% of Irish people who are single in their 30s suffer stigma?

Nov 3rd 2016, 12:41 PM 32,290 Views 45 Comments

Times have moved on from research in the 1990s which found society less understanding.

QUIZ: Are You Ready To Move In With Your Other Half? Change Generation

QUIZ: Are You Ready To Move In With Your Other Half?

Nov 4th 2016, 11:00 AM 26,184 Views 12 Comments

Bye bye flatmates, hello partner? Find out here.

Popping the question: The right time to ask for a pay rise

Popping the question: The right time to ask for a pay rise

Nov 7th 2016, 11:00 AM 15,029 Views 26 Comments

How to talk money with the boss and get what you deserve.

Relax, ignore the mess and accept help - Top tips for new parents Babies

Relax, ignore the mess and accept help - Top tips for new parents

Nov 9th 2016, 11:00 AM 12,218 Views 8 Comments

Put down Gina Ford, go with your gut and you’ll get through it.

Anxious and full of self-doubt? It might be the quarterlife crisis Under Pressure

Anxious and full of self-doubt? It might be the quarterlife crisis

Nov 11th 2016, 11:00 AM 17,157 Views 27 Comments

…And why this crisis is not actually a bad thing.

Buying your first home: Tips to keep you sane through the process The Checklist

Buying your first home: Tips to keep you sane through the process

Nov 14th 2016, 11:00 AM 21,601 Views 30 Comments

This checklist will save you a lot of hassle and stress.

Should you renovate your house, or move to a different one? We ask the experts Smart Moves

Should you renovate your house, or move to a different one? We ask the experts

Nov 16th 2016, 11:37 AM 22,851 Views 10 Comments

Architect Joe Rossney and builder Raymond Prendergast give their views.

The Smart Home - keeping house through an app Intellifridges

The Smart Home - keeping house through an app

Nov 18th 2016, 11:12 AM 16,447 Views 17 Comments

No longer seen as a gimmick, the Internet of Things could soon be the norm.

'But I'm only in my 30s': Why you should make a will Safe Not Sorry

'But I'm only in my 30s': Why you should make a will

Nov 21st 2016, 11:00 AM 17,515 Views 36 Comments

You may think there’s no point at this stage – but here are some scenarios to consider.

Where does all your money go? A guide to getting a grip on it Rainy Days

Where does all your money go? A guide to getting a grip on it

Nov 23rd 2016, 12:26 PM 25,016 Views 12 Comments

Clearing credit cards and a touch of long-term planning – expert advice to help you set out a plan.

Saying goodbye to 2016: What big changes will you make next year? 2017

Saying goodbye to 2016: What big changes will you make next year?

Nov 25th 2016, 11:00 AM 7,087 Views 34 Comments

It’s been a tough one, so all hail 2017.

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