The You Inc. Investment Hierarchy

You’ve probably heard the saying, “pay yourself first”, but then do you have an idea of what that entails? Into what kind of investments do you direct your hard-earned money? In this article, I share the You Inc. Investment Hierarchy which I’ve gleaned from The Financial Fitness written by bestselling authors, Chris Brady and Orrin READ MORE

No Excuses: The Power of Self-discipline

If you were more disciplined, do you think you’d be in a better position in life? Do you wish you gave less excuses and took more actions towards achieving your dreams? Thankfully, there is always a way forward in life. [Full Disclosure: As an affiliate, I receive compensation if you purchase through links referenced in READ MORE

The principles and power of vision

“Sight is a function of the eyes but vision is a function of the heart.” ~~ Dr. Myles Munroe [Full Disclosure: As an affiliate, I receive compensation if you purchase through links referenced in this article.]   American author, political activist and lecturer, Helen Keller, who was born blind, was once asked what she taught READ MORE

4 reasons to get involved outside the classroom

You may be wondering how you can benefit from getting involved outside the classroom. In fact, I will be glad to clear any doubts in your minds concerning that. Engaging in co-op or internship programs or other extracurricular activities, often result in the following benefits: 1.  Build up and embellish your resume even before you READ MORE

3 reasons why you shouldn’t select that program or course

Are you a student looking to choose a program of study/major or courses at college or university? Obviously there are several factors to consider but then here are 3 reasons why you shouldn’t select a particular program or course: 1. “All my friends selected it”: This is not uncommon so you must watch out for READ MORE

After the exam

Irrespective of your performance on an exam, don’t take it personal especially if you’ve just bombed it. Your grade on an exam isn’t a true reflection of your intelligence or identity. It probably demonstrates your readiness for the exam,  and hopefully you’ll do better as you get more prepared for subsequent exams. Having said that, READ MORE

The Big 5s: the school life plan(road map)

Embarking on a  college or university journey can be likened to starting out on an adventurous trip , say, to a distant, unfamiliar land or to a park outside the city. For the adventurous trip – if you’ve gone on one before – you’d have to ask yourself several questions before you hit the road; READ MORE