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Are you worried about not knowing anyone when you go to college?
Meeting new friends is part of the college process. For some people, walking into a room where you don’t know anyone can be intimidating. However, there are a few things that you can do to meet people before you arrive on campus in August. Instead of showing up and being by yourself, you can make it feel like you are meeting up with friends with a few proactive steps.
The question that we are answering today is how to meet friends before August so that you don’t feel alone.
Here are three tips to avoid being lonely on the first day of college:
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Is it possible to work and still have a fun summer?
Saving money to pay for college will require dedication from you. It can be challenging to work in the summer, especially if your friends don’t have a job. Yet, working in the summer is a great way to pay for college. You usually have less commitments than you do during the school year. When the semester starts, you have to go to class, study, spend time with friends, be involved in on-campus activities, or volunteer in addition to working.
The question that we are answering today is about how to balance work and still have a fun summer.
Here are three tips to help you stay motivated to keep working this summer:
What do you do to stay motivated in the summer? Share your strategy in the comments below.
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At Smart Work U, we help students navigate their way through college in order to graduate early, debt-free. We are always looking for people that share a similar mission. So, when I had the opportunity to meet financial expert, Dave Ramsey, I jumped on it! It was an honor to meet Dave Ramsey and some of his staff this week. We were able to see how he does his weekly radio show, which was live while we were there! He was interviewing a couple on the radio live from the lobby and we got to hear their “debt-free scream.” He has truly impacted the way people view money and has changed peoples’ lives. I am continually inspired by his message. Considering the debt problems in this nation, his mission to help people get out of debt is practical, realistic, and doable. Also, I had the opportunity to meet his daughter, Rachel Cruz, who is equally as passionate about helping the younger generations live debt-free lives. We were on a tour of the building, and she was getting off of the elevator. She was so wonderful to stop and chat with us! It was an honor to share Smart Work U with them. The staff were so friendly and hospitable. Enjoy the pictures and make sure to watch the video at the bottom of the post!
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Are you struggling to decide on which college to attend in the fall?
It can be a challenge to narrow down your options to one school, especially if you have scholarship offers at multiple schools.
The question that we are answering today is about how to decide between 3 great college options and be confident that it is the right fit for you.
Here are three tips to help you pick a college that you love just in time for school to start in August.
What strategies did you use to narrow down your options and pick one school? Make sure to share your strategy in the comments below.
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Send to KindleHave you ever wondered what to take notes on during class? When professors at colleges lecture, it can be difficult to identify the BIG ideas from their presentation.
Then, you take a test and think to yourself, “I wish I had taken better notes during class.”
Now, that you took a minute to watch the video, what is your greatest challenge in taking notes in college? Also, how are you using technology to make the process easier?
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Send to KindleHey Friends! Just wanted to share some pictures from a book signing during the Christmas season. The bookstore, CPO, was a great host, and my book is in the top 10 best sellers in the store!
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I would like to thank everyone who was part of the launch for Smart Work U. It was a busy week, but I appreciated every email, Twitter post, and Facebook comment.
The fun is just beginning, as we want to help as many college students as we can do college the smart way. When you think of a college student or parent, make sure to send them the information about Smart Work U.
Also, I am excited to announce the winner of a FREE autographed copy of Smart Work U.
The winners are Mike and Sarah M.
They will be receiving their FREE autographed copy in the mail this week.
Also, do you want to know a little more about the journey of Smart Work U?
Tomorrow, I will be sharing the story on another blog. Stay Tuned for the announcement!
-Hona
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“Our nation is under a mountain of debt; this book helps the next generation avoid this problem from the start of their career. Real world tips from someone who has walked her talk. Smart Work U is the FIRST textbook college students should buy.”
Send to Kindle“Smart Work U is brilliant! A well written, insightful, highly practical guide every college student should read before wasting unnecessary time and money. It’s more than theory…Hona Amer applied these secrets to her own educational journey before she wrote about them in this great book. This plan really works!”
Send to Kindle“This book is a minor investment now that will potentially save you valuable time
and thousands of dollars on your college journey!”
Send to Kindle“This book is a GREAT overview of the college experience for any student. The knowledge that is packed into this book can help a person from any background as they begin their college journey. Smart Work U is a concise book that contains all the needed information to achieve your goals in college and even help you graduate early. Hona’s wisdom and knowledge will help anyone achieve their goals and have a great college experience.”
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