Steps to Success in
School
We all want to be successful. I really don' t believe that
anyone wants to fail. Also, I think most parents desire true
success for their children. However, it seems that both parents and
students do not know what it takes to succeed.
What does it take to succeed? It'
s the same as it has always been, work a bit longer than what
others are willing to do and spend a little more time planning
instead of playing and you will be successful. Extremely
successful.
So, here are some tips for you
that will help make success more obtainable.
- Focus on your goals
constantly. Write your goals down and put them in a place
where you will be reminded of them.
- Create a healthy and
personalized study environment. Some people need complete
silence; some need background noise (instrumental music, white
noise, etc.) Some work best sitting at a desk, some lying on a bed.
Build the environment that works best for you, but be honest; you
can listen to your favorite band at other times.
- Organize your
notes. Number the pages and keep them in a notebook in the
order you received them. Highlight the terms, names, and facts that
seem to stand out or be most prevalent.
- Develop a study
group with other serious students. Compare and exchange
notes to study.
- Do a little homework
everyday. Even if you just study your notes, do something
to keep the information fresh in your mind.
- Tutor someone.
You learn more when you teach and you will be investing in someone
else, which reaps its own rewards.
- Write things
down! Writing involves two additional senses beyond
hearing. This multiplies the retention by at least 40%. Even things
like assignments, due dates, assigned reading, anything else you
think is important.
- Read, Read, Read
everything assigned and take notes on it.
- Don' t miss
class! Be in class on time, every time.
- Sit in the front of the
class. If you can't sit in the front, ask the teacher to
seat you away from your friends or others who might distract
you.
- Drill the
material! Have your parents or siblings quiz you
regularly.
- Cut your TV
time! Television can be great but it can also be a waste
of time. If you are serious about success you will limit your TV
consumption.
- Choose your friends
wisely. You need to associate with others who think like
you. "Iron sharpens Iron."
- Believe You can do
it. You are what you think you are.
You now have two
options:
- Pay now and play later or
- Play now and pay later.
The choice is yours, but choosing to play now and pay later will
have a significant amount of interest added on to the principal and
cost you much more.
However, make the decision to pay now and you will reap
great rewards in the future.
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