FOUNDERS of the Australian Teenage Expo have shared their tips for the young people of the Fraser Coast.

The event, which visited Maryborough State High School and Riverside Christian College on May 24 and 25, gives young people as many options, choices and opportunities in a positive, fun and interactive way. 

Sonya Karras and Sacha Kaluri have visited the two Fraser Coast schools where they engaged with thousands of young people. 

All students involved in the making of the event will get a certificate and be able to use Sonya and Sacha as a reference on their resume and Australian Teenage Expo.

TOP TIPS

• Don't listen to the negative comments. For all of us it easier to listen to the negative feedback we so often get. Everyone has an opinion, but sometimes that's all it is. People often like to comment and speak negatively. For our own wellbeing, we need to know how to switch that critic inside of ourselves off.  Listening to other people's criticisms above of our own thoughts has never done us well.

•  Know the limits. There are never any limits in life. People, who don't know how to push themselves hard enough, set limits. Limits are an illusion. We have no limit on our talent, as we can learn whatever we put our mind to. There is no limit on what we can earn, we don't have a time limit and we definitely have no limit on our possibilities and imagination.

• Be educated and street wise. Education is the key to change, but being streetwise gives you strategies to keep you safe. Young people need to learn how to stay safe when they go out, so they can do it all again next weekend.

• There is more than one way to become successful.  Just because someone says it must be done this way, does not mean it can't be done another way. Be creative and make your own opportunities.

• Build a resume. It's hard to get that first break. So to build a resume and your network we suggest young people volunteer as much as possible. Employers look for additional opportunities you have sought. It shows initiative.  It's a way of getting into an industry and bridging that gap from education to employment.