Category: Must-know

I’ve mentioned it before, Say Yes! I think, not only say yes more, but also Be Vigilant for opportunities. Always look out for opportunities. So you stimulate your brain in thinking what else you can do more, what haven’t you tried, what ideas do you have! Find competitions or showcases or scholarships. You never know… Continue reading Be vigilant for opportunities

It is very common that the students reach out to professors for a project to work on, or a position to learn something/gain experience/enrich your resumes. I strongly strongly recommend students at least try to work on a project with your professor during your time in school. Paid or unpaind? Doesn’t matter! The intimate mentorship… Continue reading How do you approach me (or any professors) for a research project/job?

Say yes to things early on, that means you are taking risks and you are doing things. You may have heard that school is a fail-safe environment. That’s right! Take chance and make mistakes, because that means you are trying!

I’m sure by now you have already heard so many stories about “Self-Motivation” goes a long way or at least seen a few TED-Talk videos talking about it. If you have not, it is not to late to learn a few tips about the power of Self-Motivation. The word “Self-Motivation” literally means, to pump yourself… Continue reading Uncover your Self-Motivation superpower

Dear Students, Will it kill you to be polite in emails? I wouldn’t mind if I receive the email from your mobile if you were polite. (you know you can always tell, “Sent From My iPhone”. That’s fine, if it’s well written!) I once got an email from a student, starting the sentence, “hey…” Please… Continue reading Email Etiquette