I just wrote an article for Zen Habits here: The Really Simple Way to Get Work Done. If you’re new to the site, I post once per week about motivation, productivity, learning and just generally getting more from life. Here are some good articles to start with: Productivity Taoism and The Way of Productivity The […]
Seven Unconventional Ideas for Getting the Most Out of College
Yesterday I got my grades for my final classes. It makes me think about my time in university, and how lucky I’ve been to have had a great experience. During the last few years, I’ve been able to: Study abroad, in the south of France for 11 months. Compete internationally in academic competitions. Volunteer, helping […]
Why Honest People Cheat
What would you think of someone you noticed cheating during an exam? My guess is you’d say he was a dishonest person. He would be more willing to lie to get what he wants or steal something if he couldn’t get caught. After all, dishonesty is a part of personality, and honest people don’t cheat. […]
Is What You Learn in School Really Useless?
There’s a lot of hate recently for books and academic education. However, is school really useless? Discover my opinion on the matter.
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