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Terrified of failing #adulting? A wise, kind uncle started the conversation with, "This is the way it really works..." Unlocking the Possibilities is that conversation. From launching your adult life to finding a life partner (and acing college in between), you can focus on a clear path to achieve what you want.
List of contents
Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Quick Start Guide
Chapter 1: Get Started SecretsSecret #1.1: Gain Experience and Maturity
Secret #1.2: Master New Life Skills
Secret #1.3: The "Success Sequence" Path to a Good Life
Secret #1.4: Is "Follow Your Passion" Sound Advice?
Secret #1.5: Research Your Career Alternatives
Secret #1.6: Use Your Time Well While Deciding
Secret #1.7: Consider Trade School-Even If Collegebound
Secret #1.8: Don't Let Betrayal Stop You
Chapter 2: College SecretsSecret #2.1: Is Going to College Right for You?
Secret #2.2: It Won't Be Your Parent's College Experience
Secret #2.3: Where to Go and What to Study?
Secret #2.4: Design Your College Major and Career
Secret #2.5: Plan the Most Efficient Path to Graduation
Secret #2.6: Graduate Early from College
Secret #2.7: Minimize College Costs
Secret #2.8: Make Money from Your Study Secrets
Secret #2.9: Critical College Mistakes to Avoid
Chapter 3: Learning SecretsSecret #3.1: The Most Efficient Way to Ace College
Secret #3.2: Read the Chapter before the Lecture
Secret #3.3: Learn Fast with the Self-Test System
Secret #3.4: Mind Maps and Memory Tips
Secret #3.5: What If Your Beliefs Differ from Your Professor's?
Chapter 4: Homework and Test SecretsSecret #4.1: Homework Best Practices
Secret #4.2: How to Conduct Internet Research
Secret #4.3: Create and Give Great Presentations
Secret #4.4: Get Excellent Test Grades without Stress
Chapter 5: Writing and Term Paper SecretsSecret #5.1: Use Powerful Writing Tools
Secret #5.2: Structure Is an Essential Writing Aid
Secret #5.3: Write Great Term Papers
Secret #5.4: Contrast Ideas to Compose Great Papers
Secret #5.5: Overcome "Writer's Block"
Chapter 6: Organizational and Study SecretsSecret #6.1: Manage Your Time
Secret #6.2: Create Your Study Environment
Secret #6.3: Organize Class Materials
Secret #6.4: Stock Your Office with What You Need
Chapter 7: Productivity Tool SecretsSecret #7.1: Jump-Start Your Projects
Secret #7.2: Write Reports Using Computer Dictation Software
Secret #7.3: Learn a Junior Version of Shorthand
Secret #7.4: Master Microsoft Office Programs
Secret #7.5: Speed Read with Comprehension
Secret #7.6: Listen to Audio Textbooks
Secret #7.7: Why Is "Creativity" a Productivity Tool?
Chapter 8: Handle Stress SecretsSecret #8.1: Stay Healthy
Secret #8.2: Find a Mentor to Advise You
Secret #8.3: Do You Want to Be Right, or Do You Want to Be Happy?
Secret #8.4: Good Days and Bad Days
Secret #8.5: Ask for Help When You Need It
Secret #8.6: Dealing with Loss
Chapter 9: Career SecretsSecret #9.1: Be Who You Want to Be (Really)
Secret #9.2: What If You Know Your Future Career?
Secret #9.3: Your Initial Career Is Just the Beginning
Secret #9.4: "Networking" Is Making and Keeping Friends
Secret #9.5: Create a Paper Trail
Chapter 10: Life SecretsSecret #10.1: Value Your Word
Secret #10.2: To Believe or Not to Believe in God
Secret #10.3: You Can Change Your Beliefs
Secret #10.4: How to Form (and Break) a Habit
Secret #10.5: Financial Independence Is a Powerful Form of Freedom
Secret #10.6: Better Posture, Better Life
Secret #10.7: Find a Life Partner
Conclusion
Bibliography
About the Author
About the author
Thomas M. Evans learned how to learn. From college flunkout to earning graduate degrees at Stanford and USC, he uncovered success secrets for school, work, and life.
Summary
Terrified of failing #adulting? A wise, kind uncle started the conversation with, “This is the way it really works...” Unlocking the Possibilities is that conversation. From launching your adult life to finding a life partner (and acing college in between), you can focus on a clear path to achieve what you want.
