Daily habits that actually lead to work or training
Over 1 million UK 16-24 year olds are trapped as NEETs with no work, no training, and no clear path forward due to systemic policy failure
ThriveSync is a habit and life operating system for UK NEETs combining behavioural science, micro-learning and application tracking. Users build tiny daily routines that compound into confidence and capability. Supporters (family or key workers) receive gentle, non-intrusive nudge tools. The system integrates UK-specific pathways (benefits, apprenticeships, local colleges).
16-24 year old NEETs in the UK and the families/communities supporting them
Designed around executive dysfunction and motivation challenges common in the NEET population using evidence-based behavioural design instead of generic habit trackers.
friendly
Tiny daily habits with implementation intentions
5-15 minute UK-relevant lessons on CVs, interviews, benefits
Pipeline for jobs, courses and apprenticeships
Permission-based gentle encouragement tools for family
Behavioural insights report using simple psychology
Correlates mood with habits to find patterns
Simple guides to local support systems
Two-way sync with Google/Outlook
Opt-in monthly group challenges
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| role | text | No |
| barriers | jsonb | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| title | text | No |
| streak | int | No |
| last_completed | timestamp | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| organisation | text | No |
| status | text | No |
| next_action_date | timestamp | Yes |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| youth_id | uuid | No |
| supporter_id | uuid | No |
| permission_level | text | No |
Relationships:
/api/habits/checkinRecords habit completion and triggers supporter celebration
/api/insights/weeklyGenerates behavioural insights
No supporter access, no insights
None
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| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 220 | 8% | $510 | $6,120 |
| Month 6 | 3,100 | 10% | $8,990 | $107,880 |
The habit system built for UK NEETs that understands executive dysfunction and builds real momentum toward work or training.
Approach 12 local authority NEET support teams offering free Key Worker tier for 6 months in return for case studies. Advertise in UK parenting Facebook groups with messaging focused on 'gentle support without arguments'. Create Instagram carousel content showing habit streaks of real users.
Gamification
Not tailored to NEET psychological barriers or UK systems
Deep integration with UK pathways and supporter tools
Highly flexible
Requires high executive function to set up
Opinionated system designed for this exact audience
Content library and behavioural models refined from real UK NEET usage data becomes increasingly effective.
Recognition of executive dysfunction as major NEET driver has grown in policy circles at same time simple behavioural interventions via apps have become proven and cheap to deliver.
Users forget to open app
Push notification strategy and supporter accountability layer
High support cost for emotionally distressed users
Clear boundaries, AI-first support, paid key worker tier absorbs extra cost
Success: At least 11 complete 21-day streak
Success: 42% 30-day retention
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