Education
Introduction Learning how to remember everything you read feels like a superpower in a world of information overload. I used to have a memory like a sieve. I would read a non-fiction book, feel incredibly smart while reading it, and then two weeks later, I couldn’t tell you a single specific concept from Chapter 3. … Read more
Introduction Developing sharp critical thinking skills is the only defense mechanism you have against a world designed to manipulate you. I used to pride myself on being “smart.” I had good grades and read the news every day. But a few years ago, I fell for a sophisticated investment scam. It wasn’t because I was … Read more
Introduction Understanding the battle of emotional intelligence vs IQ is the key to unlocking why the “smartest” people in the room aren’t always the most successful. We all know that one person from high school or college: they had a 4.0 GPA, aced every exam, and seemed destined to run the world. Yet, ten years … Read more
Introduction If you want to master public speaking, you first have to conquer the biological panic that sets in the moment you step on stage. Statistics show that people fear public speaking more than they fear death. Seinfeld famously joked, “This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you’re better off … Read more
Introduction If you want to win college scholarships and graduate debt-free, you need to stop treating the application process like a lottery. Most students make the same fatal mistake: they apply for the same five massive scholarships as everyone else, write a generic essay, and cross their fingers hoping for luck. That is a recipe … Read more
Introduction Learning how to take better notes is the missing link between attending a class (or meeting) and actually learning the material. I used to be a “transcriber.” In college, I would sit in the lecture hall with my laptop, typing furiously, trying to capture every single word the professor said. My typing speed was … Read more
Introduction If you want to learn a new language fast, you first need to forget almost everything you were taught in high school. I spent four years studying French in school. I memorized conjugation tables, I passed written exams, and I could recite the days of the week perfectly. But when I actually went to … Read more
Introduction Learning exactly how to ace your job interview is less about having the perfect resume and more about understanding human psychology. I still remember my first major job interview. I was 22, wearing an ill-fitting suit, and sweating so much I thought I might slide out of the chair. When the interviewer asked, “Tell … Read more
Introduction If you want to learn anything faster and actually remember it a week later, you need to stop passive reading and start active teaching. I used to be the kind of student who would highlight every single sentence in a textbook. My book would look like a neon yellow coloring book by the end … Read more
Introduction Learning how to study smarter is the Holy Grail for every student and professional who feels overwhelmed by their workload. I still remember my college days vividly. I would sit in the library for eight hours straight, armed with energy drinks and highlighters, convinced I was being productive. But by the end of the … Read more