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Antonio Centeno talks about how dressing better can be the catalyst for improving your confidence, presentation, and performance. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Real Men Real Style Real Men Real Style on YouTube The Personal Image System Podcast College Info Geek T-Shirt Painter's Smocks vs Doctor's Lab Coat Study Mark Zuckerberg's wardrobe The One Hundred: A Guide to the Pieces Every Stylish Woman Must Own, by Nina Garcia The Science of Sexy, by Bradley Bayou Oxford shoe Fun fact: a suit is 'un costume' in French, which is where English got its word for Halloween disguises How to Build an Interchangeable Wardrobe Teaching Men's Fashion IAmAlphaM Effortless Gent Tom's checkered shirt FinCon Trunk Club Fusion Con Pocket square Guayabera Shirt stays Derek Halpern's $310 haircut Diminishing returns Toastmasters Real Men Real Style on Pinterest Real Men Real Style on Twitter Real Men Real Style on Instagram Real Men Real Style RSS Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about whether you should read nonfiction, which sites you can trust when doing research, and how to bounce back after losing focus. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Orthoptera Ornithopter The College Info Geek Community Volatyl Harry Potter & The Prisoner of Azkaban: Why It's The Best Our Magnificent Bastard Tongue, by John McWhorter Blinkist Good to Great, by Jim Collins Deep Work, by Cal Newport The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg The Science Behind How Fast Humans Can Read Elizabeth Schotter's 31 page research article on speed reading Philosophy and Love and Stuff (Ep. 107) The Art of Loving, by Erich Fromm Meditations, by Marcus Aurelius The Science Behind Getting Better Sleep (Ep. 124) Philips sunrise alarm clock Can Music Be Designed to Enhance Your Brain’s Performance? Brain.fm Good Calories, Bad Calories The American Dollar - Signaling Through The Flames Ultimate Study Music Playlist Tom's reading challenge The Wise Man's Fear, by Patrick Rothfuss (but read The Name of the Wind first) Radiohead - A Moon Shaped Pool Neal Stephenson books The Motivation Hacker, by Nick Winter Beeminder FinCon Productivity Hacks with My Friend Mike Vardy of Productivityist (Ep. 39) Pendulum Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is the first CIG article by my good friend Stefano Ganddini, who also runs collegetopia.co. Don't let your college major hold you back. The idea that your college major must determine the rest of your career path is a big fat myth. Read the full article here: http://collegeinfogeek.com/college-major-doesnt-define-you/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stephen Warley talks about his career path, entrepreneurship, and the benefits of self-awareness. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Want to learn about yourself? Sign up here to get 12 weeks of self-assessment challenges. Life Skills That Matter UnStuckable Jedi Councils – No Star Wars Spoilers, I Promise (Ep. 89) Collegetopia Asian Efficiency Getting More Done In Less Time (Ep. 28) A Debate on Speed Reading (Ep. 74) 5 Questions: Most Valuable Life Skills, Class Selection Strategy, & Switching Majors (Ep. 118) College Info Geek Community on Reddit What Is Self-Awareness? Your Two Minds Everything You Need to Learn About Yourself Buddha's Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom, by Rick Hanson The ever-worsening curse of the cog Networking Fundamentals, by Colin Wright 95% of Post-Recession Jobs Went to College Educated: Study Stephen's career story College Info Geek T-Shirt 10 Life Skills That Matter How To Learn About Yourself Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality Test Anxiety Cures: At Least 13 Tips on Reducing Exam Stress What's holding you back from working for yourself? Stephen Warley on Twitter Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about the benefits, challenges, and logistics of starting your own blog. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Chankonabe WordPress.org WordPress.com Squarespace Tumblr Powlyglot 5 Questions: Unambitious Friends, Money Saving Strategies, & the Pomodoro Technique (Ep. 122) DELE Spanish certification CELTA English teaching certification Dunning–Kruger effect Imposter syndrome HackCollege Lifehacker Collegetopia WayBackMachine NerdFitness Fluent Forever, by Gabriel Wyner Influent Martin's first post on College Info Geek IWantToFlyWithHippos.com How to Stand Out If You Have a Low GPA (Ep. 116) Volatyl framework for WordPress Behance Amazon Associates program College Packing Guide Smart Passive Income uBlock Origin Chrome extension uBlock Origin Firefox add-on Social Blade Speaking Page 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (while studying less), by Thomas Frank CreateSpace Listen Money Matters DIY Hanging Desk Increases Floor Space, Is Perfect For College Dorms Self Stairway C. G. P. Grey The Equal-Odds Rule: Massive Effort, Occasional Success 42 College Tips I Learned Freshman Year Mark Manson James Altucher Impossible The Science Behind Getting Better Sleep (Ep. 124) Getting More Done In Less Time (Ep. 28) 5 Lessons I Learned from “The Productivity Project” by Chris Bailey The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Productivity (Ep. 59) The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Productivity (Ep. 91) 14 Hard-Hitting Reasons Why You Must Start A Blog In College The Ultimate Guide to Building a Personal Website The Complete, Step-By-Step Guide To Creating A Successful Blog Philip DeFranco on Youtube Productive Summers: How to Make the Most of a School Break Skill Building, Project Planning, and DIY (Ep. 123) Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Michael Breus talks about chronotypes and how to use them to our advantage for better sleep, productivity, and happiness. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: How to Get to Bed on Time and Stop Losing Sleep Thoughts on Sleep Schedules for Those Who Stay Up Late on Weekends How to Build a Habit of Waking Up Early My Hack For Waking Up Early Every Morning The Power of When, by Dr. Michael Breus The Power of When Quiz The College Info Geek T-Shirt Biphasic and Polyphasic Sleep The Four-Hour Body, by Tim Ferriss Uberman Sleep f.lux Twilight (Night Shift alternative for Android) Dr. Michael Breus on Facebook Dr. Michael Breus on Twitter Dr. Michael Breus on Instagram Dr. Michael Breus on LinkedIn Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bob Clagett from I Like to Make Stuff talks about building new skills, managing multiple projects at once, and DIY. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: I Like to Make Stuff on YouTube I Like to Make Stuff site BrainPick podcast How to make a secret door / bookcase Arcade cabinet project Overhead camera rig DIY on Wikipedia Silicone wedding rings Skillhoarder site How To Build A Hanging Desk In 15 Minutes Starting a Franchise With Laura Novak Instructables StackExchange Home Improvement StackExchange JOBY Ballhead Trello Evernote OneNote Kanban CGP Grey Pareto principle (80–20 rule) Tools for getting started in woodworking I Like to Make Stuff on Facebook I Like to Make Stuff on Twitter I Like to Make Stuff on Instagram Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 5 questions episode, we talk about whether your friends are ruining your productivity, how to manage savings goals, and how to choose a direction for your personal brand. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Portia spider The Pomodoro Technique Tomighty Heli Attack 2 The Procrastination Equation, by Dr. Steel Piers Procrastination Equation article on LessWrong 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by Thomas Frank Jedi Councils – No Star Wars Spoilers, I Promise (Ep. 89) Stress Strategy: How to Use Stress to Your Advantage (Ep. 119) The Happiness Equation, by Neil Pasricha The Happiness Equation (Ep. 117) Mint Protect Your Savings with a Spending Firewall Budgeting Guide Betterment Listen Money Matters Podcast Starting a Franchise with Laura Novak Little Nest Portraits Photography courses on udemy Photography courses on Lynda.com Stuck In Customs Photography courses on Stuck In Customs World Domination Summit The Fizzle Show Nerd Fitness Smart Passive Income Marques Brownlee on YouTube Marques Brownlee on Twitter The Complete, Step-By-Step Guide To Creating A Successful Blog The Ultimate Guide to Building a Personal Website Fizzle 5 week free trial Precision Dance Pads Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about the strategies we use to keep up with our habits, goals, and routines. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Eat That Frog, by Brian Tracy Inside Our Productivity Systems (Ep. 120) College Packing Guide How to Get Over the Fear of Starting College Habitica Momentum Overjustification Effect The College Info Geek Habitica Guild The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg Beeminder The Motivation Hacker, by Nick Winter Fitocracy Pokémon in Spanish! (and French, German, and more) 7 Minute Workout Clear to Neutral Deep Work: How to Focus and Resist Distractions (Ep. 100) Stress Strategy: How to Use Stress to Your Advantage (Ep. 119) Avoid the Second Mistake You Need to Do a Reset (Ep. 87) Do the thing. Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about the productivity systems we use to stay organized and on track. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Wunderlist Todoist The College Info Geek T-Shirt DFTBA vlogbrothers Economies of Scale Asana Dropbox My 3-Tier Task Management and Planning System Evernote Google Calendar Trello Scannable Tiny Scanner (Scannable alternative for Android) The Productivity Project, by Chris Bailey IFTTT Beeminder Habitica My Impossible List Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we talk about how to take advantage of the good stress in our lives along with how to crush, kill, and destroy the bad stress. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Smart Passive Income Blog with Pat Flynn Does the perception that stress affects health matter? The association with health and mortality. How Exercise Improves Your Brain (Ep. 105) Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain How stress affects your brain - Madhumita Murgia | TED-Ed How stress affects your body - Sharon Horesh Bergquist | TED-Ed Tips for Managing School Stress - ft. Study With Jess - YouTube Hardcore History 50 – Blueprint for Armageddon I - Dan Carlin Writing about worries eases anxiety and improves test performance - UChicago News Test Anxiety Cures: At Least 13 Tips on Reducing Exam Stress Productive Summers: How to Make the Most of a … - College Info Geek The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-Free Living by Dr. Amit Sood The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff Photographer and Bear A Wandering Mind is an Unhappy Mind Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert Manage Your Day-to-Day: Build Your Routine, Find Your Focus, and Sharpen Your Creative Mind (The 99U Book Series) Are You Breathing? Do You Have Email Apnea? Goal: No Drinking for 30 Days The Happiness Equation: Want Nothing + Do Anything = Have Everything by Neil Pasricha The Happiness Equation (Ep. 117) A Student Asks Me About Toaster Ovens. Better Than Before: What I Learned About Making and Breaking Habits–to Sleep More, Quit Sugar, Procrastinate Less, and Generally Build a Happier Life by Gretchen Rubin Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Creativity is an an essential skill for excelling in school and beyond. Today's post will show how you can apply creative approaches to your studies. Read the full article here: https://collegeinfogeek.com/cultivate-creativity/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this 5 questions episode, we talk about the most valuable life skills, what to look for when registering for classes, and switching majors. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Rate My Professors DJI Osmo Handheld Camera Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Clearing to Neutral: The One Habit That Stops You From Procrastinating The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo Astronema from Power Rangers spoilers ahead Sunk Costs Smarter Every Day Smarter Every Day on YouTube #33: Cortek Listen Money Matters How to Find Your Most Productive Time of the Day Martin on Twitter Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author Neil Pasricha talks about what it takes to live a happy life. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Productivity Project by Chris Bailey The Best Thing You Can Do for Your Productivity (with Chris Bailey) The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Productivity (with Chris Bailey) Neil Pasricha: The 3 A’s of Awesome The Book of Awesome by Neil Pasricha The Book of (Even More) Awesome by Neil Pasricha The Book of (Holiday) Awesome by Neil Pasricha Awesome Is Everywhere by Neil Pasricha The Journal of Awesome by Neil Pasricha Stumbling on Happiness by Daniel Gilbert The Black Swan by Nassim Taleb 1000awesomethings.com Surely You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman! by Richard Feynman Derek Sivers: No more yes. It’s either HELL YEAH! or no. Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown Paul Graham: Maker’s Schedule, Manager’s Schedule Hacker News Y Combinator Hacker News: Best Books You Read in 2012 Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality by Eliezer Yudkowsky Eliezer Yudkowsky: An Intuitive Explanation of Bayes’ Theorem Headspace The Guardian: Top Five Regrets of the Dying [email protected] Neil on Twitter The Institute for Global Happiness Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about how to stand out from your peers and find success, even with a less-than-ideal GPA. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Reddit thread about lizard revenge pizza - though it looks like they deleted everything after realizing this would probably have consequences Podcast episode with Brandon Adams Achievement Addiction: How to Separate Yourself from Your Accomplishments Podcast episode with Ryan Gray Podcast episode with Ryan Nguyen Quora thread Flying Hippo Web Technologies I Want to Fly with Hippos Florian Is All In TEDx ThomasJFrank.com V2 MartinBoeh.me Personal Website guide The Art of Promoting Yourself Moo - where I buy my business cards AIGA 14 Hard-Hitting Reasons Why You Must Start A Blog In College Personal Branding Checklist (and Studying Book) Signalling Theory Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We talk about how to turn around a less-than-stellar semester and keep your GPA where it belongs. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: What to do when you've failed a test How to study in a time crunch Rode NTG4 Plus Shotgun Microphone VidCon FAFSA changes for 2017–2018 A Mind for Numbers Learning How to Learn course Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's easy to measure your value as a person by your accomplishments. But thinking this way is unhealthy. This post will help you overcome this attitude. Read the full article here: https://collegeinfogeek.com/achievement-addiction/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Entrepreneur Dale Schotte talks about his experiences turning a lone coffee shop into a six building operation in St. Louis, Missouri. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Park Avenue Coffee website IMDb entry for Food Feuds episode featuring Park Avenue Coffee Cortex Innovation Community Arch Grants TechShop Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Brandon T. Adams talks about his experience with entrepreneurship as a college student, setting up a giant convention with huge speakers, and crowdfunding. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Brandon's podcast Keys to the Crowd The Freedom Journal John Lee Dumas' podcast Young Entrepreneur Convention Jedi Council podcast episode Think and Grow Rich ArcticStick Ambitious.com Ambitious Adventures Kickstarter splash page Brandon's website Brandon's Twitter Brandon's Instagram Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this 5 questions episode, we go over how to spend a break productively, how to avoid multitasking, and how to deal with intimidating professors. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Productivity Project 5 Lessons from the Productivity Project The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Productivity Hick's Law Shakuhachi Zen Buddhist meditation music X Japan - Art of Life The Mars Volta Tom's Review of that dumb vampire music album My Brain's Stronger than Your Brain The Motivation Hacker Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Writing a college admissions essay can seem like an impossible task. But it doesn't have to be. Today's post will show you exactly what you should do. Read the full article here: https://collegeinfogeek.com/college-essay/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you feel like everyone "gets" how to navigate college EXCEPT you, this episode will put those fears to rest with practical tips on being college-ready. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The First Year College Experience survey The Unwritten Laws of Business Dr. Josh Klapow on homesickness A look at Iowa State's 800+ clubs Jeff Ma The House Advantage (Jeff Ma's book) Hustling, Connecting, and Winning with Gary Vaynerchuk (Ep. 8) Shinrin yoku (forest bathing) Biophilia hypothesis Learned Helplessness (Ep. 99) How Exercise Improves Your Brain (Ep. 105) Finding a Part-Time Job in College (Ep. 67) Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal comic What if you have too many interests? Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When your energy and attention ebb and flow throughout the day, not every minute is created equal - and if you try to spend all of them working, you'll burn out. That's why taking breaks is essential; doing so will boost your productivity and health. Read the full article here: https://collegeinfogeek.com/breaks/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Loans, scholarships, grants, the FAFSA... paying for college can be complicated. This episode goes over all the details, as well as how to make it cheaper. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Sunk cost fallacy Listen Money Matters (my other podcast) Do Elite Colleges Lead to Higher Salaries? Only for Some Professions Community college grads out-earn bachelor's degree holders 39 Ways to Cut the Cost of College ISU's monthly payment plan option FAFSA FAFSA Income Estimator What you need for the FAFSA FSA ID Are you independent or dependent on the FAFSA? Perkins vs. Stafford loan How To Win Scholarships (Ep. 34) FastWeb Scholarships.com BigFuture by The College Board Cappex - looking for Zinch? Looks like it got bought by Chegg, and is no more. Sorry! Confessions of a Scholarship Winner The True Cost of Student Loans Vsauce number video Bankrupting student loans with credit cards? Peace corp and student loans Deferring student loans Income-driven repayment plans Direct loan consolidation Sofi - student loan consolidation Parents: Think Hard Before Borrowing for, With Your Student Finding a Part-Time Job in College (Ep. 67) 529 College Savings Plans Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Choosing a college and getting accepted can be complicated. We go through the whole process step by step, and provide tips based on our experience. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Debt-Free U by Zac Bissonnette (the top pick on my Essential Books for Students list) The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha CollegeBoard's college application checklist CollegeBoard's detailed college application timeline Stop Trying to Find Your Passion How to win scholarships (Ep. 34) Resume and interview tips from Brad Karsh (Ep. 40) The power of storytelling in job interviews (Ep. 80) College interview don'ts Peterson's ultimate guide to getting into college Financial aid effect of early decision/early action ISU's minimum acceptance requirements and RAI formula The Superstar Effect Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's episode is a conversation with my friend Simon Clark - we cover what student life is like at Oxford University, the workload of a PhD student, and more. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Simon's YouTube channel Follow Simon on Twitter Infinitesimal: How a Dangerous Mathematical Theory Shaped the Modern World The Swerve: How the World Became Modern Paradise Lost Crash Course on Atmospheric Physics PhD Watch Jake Wright OxVlog project Simon's Goodreads My Goodreads A History of the World in 6 Glasses Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We didn't know how to title this episode. Despite the dumb title I went with, this episode actually happens to be an analysis of "The Art of Loving", a book by the philosopher Erich Fromm which argues that love is an art, requiring active practice. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Art of Loving, by Erich Fromm Erich Fromm Mindware: Tools for Smart Thinking Strand bookstore Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you want to become a programmer or developer, or just learn how to code, this episode will get you started and point you to lots of learning resources. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Codecademy Code Combat Treehouse Lynda Codecourse CodingBat Sublime Text Brackets Atom Vim Emacs JS Beautifier JS Fiddle CodePen Github Stack Exchange Dream in Code Martin's Twitter Martin's cool Linux desktop Descent GeoCities Zao (my old website is dead and gone) CIG v3.5 The ultimate guide to building a personal website How to develop new skills quickly AMpanic WordPress The Millionaire Real Estate Investor Game jam Startup weekend Unreal engine Unity A complete course on Unity game development The Motivation Hacker How I learned to build iPhone apps Hour of Code GameSalad BuildBox 16 tools for making video games How not to be afraid of learning programming Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Dr. John Ratey, author of "Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain", explains how exercise improves your brain's functions. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain, by Dr. John Ratey Discuss this episode in the community Dr. Ratey's website 7 Minute Workout app (iPhone) 7 Minute Workout app (Android) Tabata app (iPhone) Tabata app (Android) BDNF Neurotransmitters HPA axis GABA Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Finals are coming up in a few weeks, so we basically just wanted to dump as many tips for acing them on you as possible. This episode goes over study schedules, effective review, test anxiety, catching up on homework near finals, and more. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: College Info Geek Test Prep Videos Prisoner's dilemma (video) Good, fast, cheap - pick two Study on writing down fears before the start of a test How to get better test scores through confidence tracking (interview with Justin Couchman) How to get to bed on time and stop losing sleep StayFocusd Anki StudyBlue Memrise Supermemo Spaced repetition Directed Attention Fatigue Inhibition Theory Koofers Cortex Strict Workflow Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's easy to let your nutrition go on autopilot when you're in college, but look man - food is important. In this episode, we'll dig into how to eat a healthier diet. We'll also discuss strategies for making meals quickly and saving money on groceries. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: A College Guide to Eating Healthy - my guest post at Nerd Fitness Actual Poor Student Cookbook Staci Ardison's Choose-Your-Own-Adventure meals Rice cooker - lots of options out there; this one seemed like the best combo of cheap price + good reviews CGP Grey - Star Trek transporter Existential Comics - transporter problem Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain r/slowcooking r/eatcheapandhealthy Kicking a soda-drinking habit Good Eats - best cooking show ever If-then habits WTH effect Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

T. Michael Martin (author of Mr. Fahrenheit and The End Games) guides me through the process of becoming an author - dealing with publishers, editors, etc. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Mr. Fahrenheit (comes out April 19th) The End Games (Mike's first novel) Mike's website Mike's YouTube channel Follow Mike on Twitter How to Adult Patrick Rothfuss John Green Joshua Ferris Then We Came to the End S.A. Bodeen Sara Zarr AgentQuery Stronger Faster Better Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My friend Ransom is currently studying abroad in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and today he's going to give you all the details you need about embarking on your own study abroard adventure. Also, I'm insanely jealous that he's part of a caving club. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Ransom's site Ransom's study abroad blog How I traveled to Japan cheaply The United Kingdom Explained - CGP Grey Geoguessr My live stream with Simon, Sally, and Dan If It Were My Home House on the Rock pictures Ruby Falls Skyscanner Kayak Airbnb HostelWorld Tortuga Study Abroad Scholarship How to find study abroad scholarships Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Episode 100! Today, I'm talking with Cal Newport once again, this time about how to build your ability to do "deep work" - work that's focused, cognitively challenging, and free of distractions. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Deep Work Why You Should Embrace Boredom and Learn to Do Hard Things - Ransom's post on Deep Work Randall Munroe's (xkcd author) method of avoiding internet distractions Freedom (site and app-blocking app for Mac) SelfControl (free alternative, but doesn't block applications) FocalFilter (similar, but for Windows) Gary Vaynerchuk ScheduleOnce Calendly Why "Follow Your Passion" is Bad Advice (Ep. 35) So Good They Can't Ignore You In Defense of Boredom - a great related article at Brain Pickings Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Many students and people suffer from learned helplessness - an ingrained mindset that prevents them from solving problems themselves. In this episode, we'll talk about the science behind it, how it affects your optimism, and how to cure yourself of it. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Learned Helplessness at Wikipedia My tale from tech support Dog study The chimp study... didn't actually happen. This is why I fact-check! The Art of Loving, by Erich Fromm Optimism/Pessimism test Jake Roper of Vsauce3 So you failed a test... now what? Episode with Matt Ringel The Corson Technique Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this 5 questions episode, we go over how to make study fun (including some detail on "interest links"), unlearning bad techniques and habits, the value of honors programs, break/rest structures, and more. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Why I killed my standing desk 9 life-changing books That fan-fiction article The Last Ring-Bearer Temporal motivation theory Subjunctive The Discoverers Superstar effect BJ Fogg's Tiny Habits Yoga with Tim Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ever wondered how freelance writers get accepted to write for huge sites - and get paid for it? Today I'm talking with Aja Frost, who has done exactly that - as a student (and paid off all her loans in the process). Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Discuss this episode in the community Connect with Aja on Twitter Aja's website All of Aja's freelance writing The Prospect 4 Super-Common Interview Questions The controversial frat article QUIC G-Eazy Boosted board Inboard M1 Casey Neistat My 14,000-word post Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Martin and I talk about some of the books that have shaped our beliefs and the directions of our lives. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: If This Isn't Nice, What Is? by Kurt Vonnegut The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey (here's a summary) Zen Habits by Leo Babauta Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality by Eliezer Yudkowsky Essentialism by Greg Mckeown The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg (watch my 5 Lessons video on this book) The Tao of Pooh by Benjamin Hoff The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut 5 Questions: Setbacks, Tiredness, Dream Job Selection Be Mindful of Your Path Better Than Before by Gretchen Rubin (and my interview with her about it) LessWrong Sequences (if you want a book version of this: Rationality: From AI to Zombies) Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman Influence by Robert Cialdini Loss aversion Hell Yeah! or No Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

So you want to quit your job: maybe you've got a business idea, maybe you want to freelance, or maybe you just hate it and don't really have a plan. How do you go about it? How much do you need in savings? Today's episode is all about that. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: DIY Video Guy Caleb Wojcik Films Caleb's YouTube channel Connect with Caleb on Twitter My interview on the DIY Video Guy podcast - earning 150,000 YouTube subscribers in a year The Fizzle Show Smart Passive Income Startup Podcast (listen from the beginning - I loved Season 1. Season 2 is unrelated and of lower quality IMO) The Personal MBA - one of my essential books for students The Dip What Do You Want To Do When You Grow Up? Virtual Freedom Chris Guillebeau Gear Doesn't Matter Casey Neistat - Maxing out credit card Stop Trying to Find Your Passion Jetpack Joyride Helicopter game (procrastination warning) Health Insurance fee Dustin Hoffman - Acting Masterclass Social Network soundtrack Can Music Help You Study More Effectively? Team Crispy MKBHD Unbox Therapy Amy Schmittauer Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hoping to go to med school and become a doctor? This episode is ALL about that process. Today I'm talking with my friend Ryan Gray, who is a doctor and the founder of Medical School HQ. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Medical School HQ The Premed Playbook - Ryan's book on acing medical school interviews The Premed Years podcast Connect with Ryan on Twitter Study Advice from a Medical Student (ep. 26) Post-baccalaureate programs HPSP scholarship MCAT details MMI interview Medical school board exams Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Let's dig deep into the science of reading. On this episode, I'm talking with Liz Schotter - a postgraduate student in psychology, and one of the most active researchers in the area of eye-tracking and speed reading today. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: So Much to Read, So Little Time: How Do We Read, and Can Speed Reading Help? Liz's website Keith Rayner The science behind reading speed 3 common speed reading techniques debunked How to ACTUALLY read faster Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Kamb from Nerd Fitness talks with me about setting goals, building systems that keep you accountable to your goals, and essentially transforming your life into a video game. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Level Up Your Life - Steve's book Nerd Fitness Ep. 14 - my first conversation with Steve Steve's Epic Quest of Awesome Level Up Your Life - create your own epic quest My Impossible List How to get massive loads of work done every day Camp Nerd Fitness Scrivener James Clear's method for flossing every day Mitch Hedberg Anthony Jeselnik Exercising Around the World italki Our interview with Steve on Listen Money Matters Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My friend Chris Bailey from A Life of Productivity is back on the show to talk more about productivity with me. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Productivity Project - Chris' book A Life of Productivity My recommended books list The Rule of Three "Off the record" rules Hello Internet Cortex CGP Grey Numberphile Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I talk with Heath Padgett - a guy who decided to buy an RV with his wife just a couple years after college and work an hourly job in all 50 U.S. states. Afterwards, they stayed in the RV - and paid off $15,000 of student debt in a year! Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Heath's website RV vs. Student Debt Heath's article on the cost of RV living Hourly America documentary Follow Heath on Twitter Jia Jiang - 100 Days of Rejection Snagajob World Domination Summit Student loan deferment/forbearance Joel's Impossible List My Impossible List Steve's Epic Quest of Awesome Derek Sivers' "Now" page My "Now" page Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I don't like the term "mastermind group", so I'm choosing to use Jedi Council instead. Whatever you like to call them, Jedi Councils are really beneficial. Today's episode goes over the story of how each of my councils was formed. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Stefano Ganddini - Collegetopia Stefano's episode on the podcast Stefano's epic guest post on networking Stephen Warley Zach Sexton - Asian Efficiency Tom Miller - WTF Professor Tom's episode on the podcast Tom's guest post - the engineering school survival guide Caleb Wojcik - DIY Video Guy Kalid Azad - Better Explained James Ashenhurst - Mastering Organic Chemistry Jenny Blake T. Michael Martin How to Adult Fizzle World Domination Summit Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should you study with music or not? I get this question a lot, so today I'm talking with some of the most qualified people possible - the founders of Brain.fm, a startup that creates AI-generated music to improve focus, energy - and even sleep. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Try out Brain.fm (there's a monthly fee, but you can do 7 sessions for free before needing to pay) Brain.fm's collection of research on music and brain performance Huge reddit thread with people's thoughts on Brain.fm (plus a ton of questions answered by Adam) Neural oscillation (brain waves) Chrono Cross soundtrack Xenoblade Chronicles X soundtrack DDR music Beatmania IIDX music Study on slow-wave sleep and memory Sleep headphone mask The War of Art Ancillary Justice How to Win Friends and Influence People Think and Grow Rich Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is about taking time to hit the reset button on your productivity and time management systems - and even on your brain. I did this recently, and the result were immediate. Let's talk about that. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: Entropy 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades - my free book Todoist Habitica The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Productivity with Chris Bailey A Life of Productivity Ancillary Justice The Wind-Up Girl Environmental impact of various meats and other foods Clearing to neutral Mise en place Casey Neistat's daily schedule The Power of Habit Rhode Island hospital "Never let a crisis go to waste." Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I love this episode, but I sure as heck don't know how to market it. It's a long conversation that touches on a ton of topics - one of which is an answer to the question many students/new grads have: "How long should it take to get good at my job?" Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: You Must Try, and Then You Must Ask Connect with Matt on Twitter The Corson Technique - the ideal method for asking help from professors Chronicle of the Whiteboards Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How do you design and deliver presentations that don't make your audience break out those weird neck pillow things? Let's talk about that. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: The Student Power The Super Student's Guide to Presentations EKG device Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's more important, getting good grades or getting a "well-rounded education"? Is there really a difference? How much should you focus on your coursework in college? In this episode, my friend Tom Miller and I discuss these questions. Full show notes Things mentioned in this episode: WTF Professor Getting Grades vs. Learning: The Great Debate (Tom's post) Go to College to Get an Education, Not Just a Degree (Ransom's post) Automate Your Learning and Build a Bulletproof Study System: The Consolidation Method The Engineering School Survival Guide: 4 Frameworks To Dominate Your Degree Signaling Model of Education My interview with med student Ryan Nguyen My interview with Cal Newport The First 20 Hours by Josh Kaufman Limitless Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.