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21/09/2026

The Bank of Mum and Dad is increasingly being called upon to support young adults struggling to find meaningful employment and establish financial independence. As a recent Telegraph article highlights, this is having a significant impact on parents, many of whom are having to reconsider their own spending and retirement plans.

But perhaps there's an opportunity to rethink how some of that financial support is distributed. Investing in high-quality career mentoring can help young people navigate an increasingly challenging employment market, identify meaningful opportunities and develop the skills and confidence needed to establish themselves professionally.

For parents, it offers an opportunity to invest in their child's long-term future, rather than simply continuing to support their immediate financial needs.

For young people, it can help them take those important steps towards independence, a regular salary and the sense of purpose that comes with building a meaningful career.

The ultimate goal? A young person flourishing in a career of their own, and parents enjoying the peace of mind that comes with knowing their child is finding their feet.

Sometimes, the most valuable thing the Bank of Mum and Dad can do is invest in helping their child establish a bank balance of their own!

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2026/09/18/britains-youth-jobs-crisis-nightmare-bank-of-mum-and-dad/

One in three 18 to 34-year-olds still lives with their parents – and it’s costing the economy

18/09/2026

For those involved in a job search, the arrival of the weekend can bring a strange sense of relief. A break from calls with recruiters, Zoom meetings, and that general sense of anticipation can help people feel that bit more settled.

It's important to take that time too, and recognise the need to recharge.

So, we have a challenge for you this weekend! For around half an hour or so, put your phone out of reach and watch something comforting on TV - that's it!

You've got this!

17/09/2026

For many people, the idea of networking can feel intimidating. It might conjure up images of a room full of people who seemingly have their lives together, while you stand there wondering who to approach, what to say and how to make the most of the opportunity. But networking can be much more than that.

It might be connecting with someone through LinkedIn, being introduced over email, or simply catching up over coffee with someone you worked with years ago.

And you don’t have to work it all out on your own. A mentor can help you think ahead: who might be useful to speak to, how to approach them, what questions to ask and what you hope to get from the conversation.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9vgyd02mdvno

From coffee chats to LinkedIn messages, here's how to network your way to your next job.

15/09/2026

One of the things we're most proud of at Finito is that our support doesn't stop when a mentee receives a job offer.

We stay with them until they're settled into a meaningful career. That can mean reviewing employment contracts, preparing for those important first few weeks in a new role, and helping them navigate the challenges that come with starting work.

Thorough career mentoring isn't just about sprucing up a CV or preparing for an interview. It's about supporting someone's journey from A to Z, and being there for the steps in between!

https://www.finito.org.uk/how-we-can-help/work-ready/

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14/09/2026

Alongside the Freshers' events, getting to know new housemates and figuring out where on earth your lecture hall is, there's another thing worth thinking about as you head to university: the bigger journey you’re beginning.

A degree is a wonderful thing to have. But university is also an opportunity to gradually build the skills, experiences and confidence that will help you find your meaningful career afterwards.

Working with a mentor can help you think beyond the next essay or exam: exploring what you’re good at, where you might want to go, and what you can start doing now to get there.

You certainly don’t need to have your career figured out in Freshers’ Week. But you don’t need to wait until graduation to start thinking about it either!

11/09/2026

Sir Anthony Seldon sits on our advisory board, and provides us with incredible insight into how the past may influence the future of employment.

In this piece for our sister magazine, Finito World, Sir Anthony explores the risks and benefits of an AI future.

https://finitoworld.com/sarah-tucker-interviews-sir-anthony-seldon-on-ai-i-think-humans-will-win/

Sir Anthony Seldon is the UK's leading educationalist. Here Sarah Tucker interviews him about education policy and AI

10/09/2026

Today, on World Su***de Prevention Day, we're thinking of anyone who is finding things particularly difficult right now.

Whether you're struggling with career uncertainty, rejection, worries about the future, or something else entirely different, it isn't weak to feel overwhelmed.

Please be kind to yourself, and to those around you. If you are struggling, know that it's OK to reach out to someone. You don't have to carry everything alone. ❤️

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09/09/2026

It was wonderful to gather together so many inspiring and passionate individuals for the launch of Tim Clark's Better Schools 2026 report.

This annual report looks at how to prepare educational institutions for the future, and how best to equip young people to make the transition from education to a meaningful career.

Find out more: https://finitoworld.com/tim-clark-launches-his-latest-better-schools-report-schools-cannot-survive-if-they-are-hamstrung/

08/09/2026

A wonderful example of the difference that the right career guidance and mentoring can make. ❤️

A few years ago, Harvey Hounslow found himself adrift. Enter the Finnito bursary scheme, and his life changed

07/09/2026

An interesting piece in The Times looks at how earlier exposure to the workplace could help prevent young people from becoming disengaged from education and employment.

In fact, our CEO, Ronel Lehmann, as repeatedly spoken about the value of early work experience, such as through Saturday jobs, in shaping a young person's confidence, outlook and understanding of the working world. Plus the added value of having such experiences included in a CV is significant.

That is why we're always pleased to see initiatives which give young people meaningful experience of work before they reach the point of asking: "What comes next, and how do I do it?"

Work experience isn't simply something to add to a CV. It can introduce new possibilities, connections, build confidence and, perhaps most importantly, give a young person something tangible to work towards!

The success of work experience schemes in Bedfordshire could be a model for early intervention as researchers call for a shift away from reactive policies