Goal Oriented is one of four new Teen Aspirations in The Sims 4: High School Years Expansion Pack. It focuses on building school performance, leveling after-school activities, earning money through Side Hustles, and preparing for future careers. This guide breaks down every milestone with detailed steps, tips, and rewards so your Sim can complete the aspiration and unlock the Highflier trait.
1. Milestone 1: Setting Your Sights
The first set of tasks introduces your teen Sim to school activities, homework, and basic income sources. These goals are foundational and prepare your Sim for future promotions and grades.
1.1. How to Join an After-School Activity
Use the Computer (under High School) or Phone (Business category) to join one of four new activities:
- Cheer Team Member
- Chess Team Member
- Computer Team Member
- Football Team Member
Depending on what packs you have, you may have some additional activities to choose from:
- Scout (Seasons)
- Drama Club (Get Famous)
Choose an after-school activity that fits your Sim’s interests.
Tip: You’ll need to reach level 3 of an after-school activity later, so make sure to pick one you’re likely to stick with. You can change it if you’re struggling.
There are 4 different after-school activities to choose from in High School Years.
1.2. How to Do Homework
Your teen receives daily homework. You must complete homework 5 times for the task. Make sure to complete it every day after school to get this task done quickly.
Extra Credit doesn’t appear to count towards the homework tally. However, as you need to get an A for a later Aspiration task, do any Extra Credit to boost your school performance to reach and maintain that A.
Make sure your Sim completes all homework to get an A.
1.3. How to Earn 500 Simoleons
Teens can earn money by:
- Working a part-time job
- Doing Odd Jobs
- Starting a Side Hustle
- Selling paintings, craftables, or songs
- Getting tips from instruments
Make 500 simoleons through any combination.
There are plenty of ways to make money, including having a job or selling items created by your Sim.
2. Milestone 2: Major Flex
This milestone increases the challenge. Your Sim must maintain top school performance, attend special events, and rise in their after-school ranks. Planning and time management are key.
2.1. How to Reach Level 3 of an After-School Activity
Continue participating in your chosen activity. Use the Work Hard option to increase performance. Complete all daily and promotional tasks and ensure your Sim attends each meeting. For example, Chess Team Members need to play chess and raise the Logic skill to level 4.
Attending all meetings and working hard will get you to the top of any after-school activity.
2.2. How to Earn and Keep an A
Your Sim starts with a C grade and must advance through B to reach A. Here’s how to improve school performance:
- Attend all classes – Avoid skipping, especially if you follow your Sim to school
- Do homework daily – Including Extra Credit if available
- Study for exams – Use Study for Exam under the High School menu or a bookcase
- Join study sessions on Wednesdays after school
- Complete school projects (from Parenthood if owned)
On Fridays, your Sim will take exams. Use skill-based choices if prompted during the event. With consistent effort, your Sim will earn and maintain an A grade.
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- If you’re looking to get an A, don’t skip class.
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- Parenthood school projects boost performance.
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- Exams take place every Friday. Make sure your Sim is prepared!
2.3. How to Attend Career Day
Career Day occurs at school around noon. Make sure you follow your Sim to school on the correct day (check the calendar, but it’s usually a Tuesday). Once the event begins:
- Attend morning class as usual
- Go to the gym for Career Day when prompted
You only need to go to the gym with Career Day in full swing for the task to count. You do not necessarily need to do the other tasks such as watch the presentations and speak to the teacher. Attending is enough to satisfy the task.
You’ll get to experience Career Day at least once. Check the calendar and make sure to go with your Sim to school on that day.
3. Milestone 3: Goal Oriented
This final milestone unlocks the reward trait. Your Sim must master one of the new Side Hustle careers to complete the aspiration.
3.1. How to Reach Level 3 of a Side Hustle
The Sims 4 only has two Side Hustles available to choose from, which are:
- Video Game Streamer – Requires level 4 Video Gaming and level 4 Entrepreneur
- Simfluencer – Requires level 4 Charisma and level 4 Entrepreneur
Both jobs are part-time, 2 hours per day. Choose early (5:30–7:30 AM) or late (9–11 PM) shifts. You also must have a computer available for completing job-related tasks.
Tip: Simfluencers generally earn more money than Video Game Streamers, plus they only work 4 days a week compared to 5 as a Streamer. They also receive higher cash rewards upon promotion.
Streamers livestream video games, while Simfluencers promote lifestyles.
3.1.1. Where to Find a Side Hustle
To enrol in a Side Hustle in The Sims 4, you take the following steps:
- Via the computer or phone, select Find a Job.
- Look for Video Game Streamer and Simfluencer.
- Select one of these and choose Confirm.
You only have two choices for Side Hustles: Video Game Streamer and Simfluencer.
3.1.2. Side Hustle Tasks
Completing Side Hustle tasks is mandatory for promotion, a requirement for the final Goal Oriented task. The tasks assigned depends on the Side Hustle you picked.
Video Game Streamer Tasks:
- Play video games to raise Video Gaming Skill.
- Livestream video games under Career to raise Entrepreneur Skill.
- Selling handcrafted items (paintings, music, books) also raises Entrepreneur Skill.
Simfluencer Tasks:
- Use Make Lifestyle Product Review on objects like easels or chess tables.
- Upload the item from your inventory via Upload Lifestyle Product Review.
- Record videos to increase job performance.
Always use the Work Hard setting to increase performance. Complete daily tasks and skill requirements to reach level 3 quickly.
When away at work, assign Work Hard to build the Performance Meter faster and get promoted sooner.
3.1.3. Side Hustle Rewards
As you get promoted in either Side Hustle, you gain rewards, depending on the type of Side Hustle you’re enrolled in. These include cash bonuses, as well as new interactions and benefits.
Video Game Streamer Rewards:
- Stream Unreleased Game
- New Games Available for Streaming
- 400 Simoleons
- 750 Simoleons
Simfluencer Rewards:
- Receive Commercial Gifts in the mail
- 500 Simoleons
- 900 Simoleons
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- Find out what you need to do to get promoted in your Side Hustle.
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- The Streamer Side Hustle is great if your Sim loves to game.
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- Make sure to upload your Lifestyle Product Review, found in your Sim’s inventory.
4. Reward – Highflier Trait
Once you complete all milestones, your teen Sim earns the Highflier reward trait. This boosts their success in future adult careers, particularly in the Business career, by making promotions easier to earn. It’s one of the most rewarding aspirations in The Sims 4: High School Years.
