ISBN-13: 9780983716600 / Angielski / Miękka / 2011 / 154 str.
Looking for a great book for your high school or college student? You don't need to look any further The book, Smart Work U, details the principles, techniques, and strategies used to go to college, save money, and graduate early, debt-free Discover the things every college student needs to know about navigating a new season in their life.
This book is filled with real-life advice including:
College Living: Dealing with roommates, living in the dorms, overcoming obstacles, and managing stress
Classes: How to get good grades, schedule classes, and decide on your major
College Scholarships: Application process and a debt-free college success story
Dating: How relationships impact your college experience
Buying Textbooks: used textbooks vs. new textbooks
Financial Aid: Scholarships, grants, student loans, FAFSA, and CLEP tests
Managing your Money: budgets, credit cards, and getting a job
From scholarships, grants, study tips to CLEP tests and personal finances, you will learn the secrets to college that no one else is talking about. This book challenges "old school thinking" that you have to have thousands of dollars of debt to graduate and it takes 4 or more years. Be prepared for your college adventure. This book is the ideal gift for students
Praise for Smart Work U
"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."
- Jim Batten, Executive Vice-President, Convoy of Hope
"Hona Amer's determination and personal experience really motivate students to believe that they are able to achieve their goal of graduating from college. This book is a "must read" and includes excellent study habits I wish I would have known before entering college. It contains other tips that I will use as I currently complete my degree. Smart Work U also gives insight on how to balance other important aspects of life while in college; ranging from finances, to friendship, to self confidence, and finally to walking across the stage in your cap and gown. This book is a minor investment now that will potentially save you valuable time and thousands of dollars on your college journey "
- Alex Garcia, college student, Missouri State University
"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."
- Dr. Dustin Cox, Physical Therapist
"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 "
- Scotty Gibbons, National Youth Speaker, Author Overflow, Carry-On and First Things First