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Conan O'Brian's academic success and in his university graduation speeches, his changing perceptions on failure after his big career failure.

Success Biography – Connan O’Brian’s school record was no joke

How important is completing all your homework?

Even adults should get 8 hrs sleep, teenagers should get more. Not only that, they should sleep later than adults. Late weeknights because of homework? Even if you have more time to sleep on the weekend, you can't sleep off a sleep deficit.

What students can learn from too much homework

Conan O’Brian on failure

How much do AP classes really benefit you in college?

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Self-discipline is more important to grades than IQ

AP classes don’t challenge students

Good grades don’t predict success

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How many AP classes should you take? Do the math!

Do you really need to agonize over your essay for your college application essay? I keep telling my kids it's not as big a deal as they think. I explain why in this article. Writing the essay is hard enough as it is. Don't make it harder with misinformation. How to find the real tips in the articles of hype and fear.

A college application essay that shines is your golden ticket! Or is it?

How to write a college essay. My daughter and her friends are so worried about writing their college application essays! Don't be! Get tips, ideas, and successful examples in this article. There are also links to more helpful articles, books, and free resources.

How to write your best college essay

How homework hurts your children

High school parents, does this sound familiar to you? Does your kid "do homework almost every day on Saturday and Sunday, working until late at night every day?" The chilling similarities with American high school workloads and Japan's problems with "karoshi," death from over-work. How long until "karoshi" becomes an American word?

Karoshi, the chilling similarities with American high school workloads

Outliers Review - obsession to success - Obsession to success - Develop an obsession with something you consider worthwhile, enjoy yourself, and let the chips fall where they may.

Outliers Book Review – Obsession to success, Part 4/4

Steve Jobs biographies - my own observations

Steps to becoming a successful entrepreneur – what can be learned from Steve Jobs, Part 6/7

How to convert your 2015 PSAT score to the equivalent PSAT scores in past years

National Merit Semi-finalist cutoff scores on the PSAT have risen dramatically this year. As you look at the list of the class of 2018 National Merit Cutoff scores, it is important that you realize that many kids will miss the cutoff that deserve to have their hard work recognized. How you think about this "win" or "loss" can be important emotionally.

National Merit Scholarship Confirming SAT Score

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