I am currently a rising sophomore in college so I am fresh out of my freshman year. Here are the skills I either had or definitely could've used during my freshman year.
You're going to college! Now what?
You no longer have the typical A, B, C structured schedule of high school. College schedules are all over the place with new time and no one checking in with you making sure you get everything you need to do done. This section will help you figure out how to manage your time to help you be as efficient as possible during your first year.
This is a big deal for college students especially during their freshman year. You're in a whole new place with new distractions, responsibilities, and rules. The habits you make at the beginning of the year can change the outcomes of your goals throughout the year drastically. This will help you learn how to make and break habits successfully and therefore achieve your goals.
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Habits vs. Goals: A Look at the Benefits of a Systematic Approach to Life
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How to Measure Progress in Your Personal Goals: Daily, Weekly and Monthly
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The Power of Habit
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How to Build a New Habit: This is Your Strategy Guide for Changing Habits
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How to Stick With Good Habits Every Day with the Paper Clip Strategy
It can be intimidating to be in a totally new place where you don't know many people. It's hard to put yourself out there and go look for social opportunities. This section focuses on how to be confident, make conversation, and provides different ideas of what you can get involved in on college campuses anywhere.
You're on your own now that you are at college and for many people that means that you are on your own dime too. Or maybe you just want some work experience on your resumé. Regardless of your reason, here are some ways to get a job either in your college town or a summer internship during your time back home.
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Tips for Writing an Exceptional Resume
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The Pre-Interview Job Research You Can't Afford to Ignore
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Interview Skills You Need to Get Hired (and How to Improve at Them)
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What to Bring to Your Job Interview (+ What to Leave Behind)
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The 10 Common Interview Questions You Might Not Have Answers For
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9 of the Most Difficult Interview Questions-and How to Answer Them