Inspiring Books for High School & College Grads
Inspiring Books for High School & College Grads Okay, so reading a book might not be directly getting involved, but we hope these books inspire you to get out there and reach your fullest potential. High School Grads: –Please Send Money (Dara Duguay) –The Naked Roommate […]
SCHOOL HACK: How to Effortlessly Write the Introduction of a Paper
SCHOOL HACK: How to Effortlessly Write the Introduction of a Paper Step 1: Don’t ever write the introduction first. Ever. An intro is a road map for the rest of your paper and tells the reader exactly where they’re headed. Can you give good directions to […]
5 Amazing Summer To-Do’s
5 Amazing Summer To-Do’s 1. Travel St. Augustine said the world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page. If you can afford it, go on an adventure or two… or ten. It doesn’t have to be St. Barts… Load your best friends in the car for a road trip. Take a day trip […]
PAPER HACK: Super Easy Formula for a Thesis Statement that Works (Almost) Every Time
PAPER HACK: Super Easy Formula for a Thesis Statement that Works (Almost) Every Time Get ready for your mind to be blown. Here’s the secret formula: The author uses ____(insert character/symbol)________ to show/symbolize/demonstrate ___(insert theme/argument)__________. Example: The author uses the carousel to symbolize the difficult transition from […]
The Early Bird Catches the Worm
The Early Bird Catches the Worm The book What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, cites a poll of 20 executives in which 90% said they wake up before 6 a.m. on weekdays. PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi, for example, wakes at 4 a.m. and is in the office no later than 7 a.m. Meanwhile, Disney CEO Bob Iger gets […]
Connecting. Networking. Building Relationships.
Connecting. Networking. Building Relationships. Call it whatever you like, just make sure you’re networking. It’s difficult to get the job/internship/letter of recommendation/favor you need if you don’t know anyone in your field. It’s difficult to learn about your field if you don’t know others in it. It’s all around difficult to go through life without […]
3 Ways to Rock the Last 4 Weeks of School
3 Ways to Rock the Last 4 Weeks of School Know Where You Stand: Yes, it can be scary to look at your grades (especially if you have a feeling you’re not doing so hot). But it does you no good to avoid the truth. Find out where you stand, and see what kind […]
Happy Administrative Professionals Day!
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! Administrative professionals are the embodiment of getting involved. They are the doers in the office – they’re the ones who make actual phone calls and get actual contracts signed. There are several parts to any working machine. In an office, you have: The Dreamers These are the guys with the big ideas and the […]
Happy Earth Day!
Happy Earth Day! What is Earth Day? A worldwide movement to raise awareness about environmental issues in efforts to to save our planet. History 1970 was the 1st year to celebrate Earth Day. Since then, the movement gave voice to an emerging consciousness, channeling human energy toward […]
I am Somebody: Top 5 Places to Volunteer in Houston
I am Somebody: Top 5 Places to Volunteer in Houston The best places to get involved are the ones you’re interested in. The more engaged you are, the more helpful you’ll be and the more you’ll get out of the experience. Here are a few ideas of where you can volunteer in Houston: Literacy Advance of Houston […]