The College Info Geek Podcast: Study Tips & Advice for Students
Thomas Frank and Martin Boehme from College Info Geek dive into the strategies and tactics that the best students use to be awesome at college. Learn how to study better, hack your habits to learn more in less time and be more productive, build a personal brand that will make you insanely attractive to the companies you actually want to work for, and get tips to pay off your student debt fast and start making money. Whether you know your university like the back of your hand, or you can't even find your classes, this podcast will help you become an awesome student.
Education 304 rész Thomas Frank and Martin Boehme from College Info Geek dive into the strategies and tactics that the best students use to be awesome at college.
5 Questions: Writing Fiction, Binging TV Shows, and Self-Help Books (Ep. 295)
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We talk about writing for longer, binging TV shows, self-help books, our consumption-to-production ratios, and starting your career on the right foot.
5 Skills and How We Learn Them (Ep. 294)
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We've been getting questions about some of the things we're known to do, so we're talking about five of them: skating, videos, piano, guitar, and pixel art.
How to Help Your Community When You're Stuck at Home (Ep. 293)
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Difficult times often double as chances to do good. We talk about what we can do for our communities while stuck sheltering at home.
When to Be Unproductive (Ep. 292)
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There's a time to get this bread, and there's a time to sit back and enjoy it. Today, we're talking about why you shouldn't skip out on the latter.
Tom and Martin Discuss Working From Home (Ep. 291)
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We talk about what it's like and what it takes to get things done remotely, even with all the distractions that might come with being at home.
5 Questions: Interruptions, Social Media Bios, and Reading Positions (Ep. 290)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about interruptions, blogging, social media bios, reading positions, and what to do when hobbies feel hard.
How to Live a Less Lonely Life (Ep. 289)
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It seems like we spend less and less time with friends and loved ones as we grow older. We look for ways to fight this trend and become a social outlier.
Ultralearning (Ep. 288)
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We talk about Scott Young's book, Ultralearning, and how you can learn and build skills far more quickly than the average syllabus might imply.
How to Change Careers (Ep. 287)
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We talk about how to shift over to a new career, along with the shifts we've made in our own work.
How to Practice Self-Awareness (Ep. 286)
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We talk about the benefits of self-awareness, along with some ideas to try to notice and understand yourself better.
2019 Year in Review (Plus Our Plans for 2020) (Ep. 285)
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January is almost here, and that means it's time to look back one last time at all we've done this year.
5 Questions: Motivation, Delegation, and Learning How to Relax (Ep. 284)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about keeping motivation, working with a significant other, giving feedback, delegating, and learning to relax.
Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years? (Ep. 283)
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Planning the next week is hard enough, never mind the next 5 years. But, it turns out that having some basic ideas is useful for more than just interviews.
Digital Minimalism: How to Disconnect (Ep. 282)
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We talk about Cal Newport's Digital Minimalism and how we can have a healthier relationship with technology.
Should You Work with Your Friends? (Ep. 281)
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Business and friends don't mix. At least, that's the common wisdom, and for good reason. Still, we've made it work for years. Should you take the risk?
5 Questions: College Reading, Winter Fitness, and Closing the Taste Gap (Ep. 280)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about reading, winter fitness, helping others, schedules, and learning to make something that doesn't suck.
How to Stand Out from the Competition (Ep. 279)
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In the internet age, we're competing against more and more people for the opportunities we want most. Standing out is both difficult and essential.
Imposter Syndrome (Ep. 278)
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We talk about our experiences with and thoughts on imposter syndrome.
How to Save Money When You Hate Budgeting (Ep. 277)
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Budgeting isn't very fun, but that doesn't mean you have to give up on saving money. Here are a few ways to keep your bank account happy without a budget.
When to Invest in New Gear (Ep. 276)
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Sometimes a shiny new toy is the next step in your skill growth, but it's usually just a fun distraction. We talk about how to tell the difference.
5 Questions: Keeping Track of Bills, Coasting, and Moving to a New City (Ep. 275)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about bills, self-improvement, branding, investing, and what it's like to move to a new city.
How to Make Money Selling Art at Comic Conventions (Ep. 274)
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Guest host Anna Ellenberger talks about what it takes to sell your own art at an anime or comic convention and how to choose which ones to go to.
The Case Against Following Your Passion (Ep. 273)
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Everywhere you look, the world is telling you to follow your passion. But does it need to be your job?
Let's Talk About Minimalism (Ep. 272)
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Minimalism is all the rage these days. Is it just another fad, or is it worth checking out?
10 Things We Regret NOT Doing in College (Ep. 271)
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We've talked a lot about the things we did in college, but what about the things we didn't? Here are some of the things we regret missing out on.
5 Questions: Mental Toughness, Quitting a Job, and Trying to Disconnect (Ep. 270)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about when to quit a job, how to develop mental resilience, how to disconnect from constant computer use, and more.
How YouTubers, Podcasters, and Online Personalities Make Money (Ep. 269)
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Ever wondered how so many influencers these days seem to be earning a living off little more than a social media following and some content? Wonder no more.
Our Winding Career Paths (Ep. 268)
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Careers can look like they might be a straight line from start to finish, but it's not always that simple. We talk about the experiences that led us here.
When Good Advice Goes Bad (Ep. 267)
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Productivity advice is cool and all, but sometimes you can take it too far. We talk about some times when seemingly good advice has backfired.
5 Questions: Simplifying Meals, Saving Your GPA, and Embracing Silence (Ep. 266)
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In this week's 5 questions episode, we're talking about habits, cooking, coffee, grades, and the sometimes unsettling sound of silence.
Productivity Lessons from Video Game Design (Ep. 265)
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Productivity often means needing to do something repetitive or boring. Luckily, video game designers are brilliant at making repetitive things seem fun.
Building the Perfect Day (Ep. 264)
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It's easy to end the day feeling a bit rushed...like something wasn't quite right. But the first step to having the perfect day is to figure out what it is.
Are We the Loneliest Generation? (Ep. 263)
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Technology has brought us all closer together than ever before, but something feels off. Are we lonelier than previous generations?
Easy Ways to Be Eco-Friendly (Ep. 262)
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Looking to save the earth, but don't have a lot of time or money to dedicate to the cause? You're in luck! Here are some easy ways to be more eco-friendly.
5 Questions: Building Strengths, Standing Out, and Liking Reading (Ep. 261)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about standing out, learning to like to read, and whether you should focus on building your strengths or weaknesses.
How to Improve Your Travel Experience (Ep. 260)
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Travel can break up the monotony of your routines and inspire you to see things from a different angle. Here are a few ways to make it less overwhelming.
How to Capture Inspiration When It Strikes (Ep. 259)
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When inspiration strikes, everything feels possible. Unfortunately, that feeling seems to leave us as quickly as it arrives. Can we break the cycle?
The CIG Story: From Dorm Room Project to Full-Time Business (Ep. 258)
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Gather 'round, folks, it's time for a story. Here's how College Info Geek went from a side project in college to the full-time job it is today.
5 Questions: Mornings, Quarter-Life Crises, and Dealing with Negativity (Ep. 257)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about breaking good habits, dealing with negativity, surviving a quarter-life crisis, and more.
How to Learn to Play an Instrument (Ep. 256)
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If you've ever wanted to learn to play an instrument, this might be your year. We talk about our experiences with the musical arts.
Time Is Money: The Poisonous Mindset (Ep. 255)
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We all know time is money, but as the gig economy and remote work blur the lines in our schedules, we're really starting to feel it. Is that a good thing?
How to Build the Perfect Workspace (Ep. 254)
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If you have to work, you'll have to do it somewhere. Why not make it somewhere good? Here's how to build a great place to get things done.
5 Questions: Instruments, Skill Overload, and Imposter Syndrome (Ep. 253)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about starting instruments after childhood, remembering old skills, dealing with imposter syndrome at work, and more.
Thomas' Evernote Reorganization Project (Ep. 252)
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After some effort spent reorganizing his digital information system, Thomas finally updates his Evernote setup to keep things manageable.
6 Powerful Quotes That Changed Our Mindsets (Ep. 251)
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Sometimes, you just need to hear the right words for an idea to really make sense. We talk about some of our favorite quotes and what they mean to us.
The Search for the Ultimate Note-Taking App (Ep. 250)
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We have a conversation about note-taking apps. Which ones have we tried? What strengths do they have compared to the others? What do we need them to do?
What Quitting Video Games for a Month Did to My Brain (Ep. 249)
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Lifelong gamer and Nintendo fanboy Martin started this year with the unthinkable: an entire month without video games. We talk about what he learned.
Buying vs. Renting a Home: What's the Smartest Choice? (Ep. 248)
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Apparently, most of us want to live somewhere at some point. But before we can worry about moving boxes and bubble wrap, we have to decide: buy or rent?
Can We Do Anything About Burnout? (Ep. 247)
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With so many obligations and to-do lists hanging over our heads, it's easy to fall victim to burnout. Can we escape it, or is this just how it has to be?
5 Questions: Lectures, Audiobooks, and Remembering What You Read (Ep. 246)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about recording lectures, getting the most from audiobooks, remembering what you read, and more.
How to Turn Your New Year's Resolutions into New Year's Results (Ep. 245)
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New Year's resolutions are a noble concept, but they tend to have a pretty terrible success rate. We talk about implementing and sticking to new goals.
Martin and Thomas' 2018 Year in Review (Ep. 244)
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The new year is upon us, and before we let it this one slip through our fingertips we thought we'd give it one final look. Join us while we wrap up 2018.
How to Never Have Friends and Be Alone Forever (Ep. 243)
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If you'd like to give up on friendship for good, this is for you. Of course, you could ignore this advice and make friends instead, but who would want that?
5 Questions: Personal Branding, Depression, and Speaking Like a Native (Ep. 242)
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In this 5 questions episode, we're talking about budgeting without an income, maintaining a mastermind group, staying productive while depressed, and more.
Thomas' Ninja Warrior Training Routine (Ep. 241)
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Push-ups aren't going to cut it here. We talk about how Thomas has been switching up his exercise routine to try out for American Ninja Warrior.
How to Be More Like Leonardo da Vinci (Ep. 240)
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Have you ever wanted to be good at everything? Well, you're not alone. We talk about what we can learn from archetypal renaissance man Leonardo da Vinci.
Our Favorite Life-Improving Purchases Under $50 (Ep. 239)
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Not everything worth getting has to cost a lot. Here are some of our favorite reasonably-priced upgrades to improve your life without breaking the bank.
How to Get Out of Debt as Fast as Possible (Ep. 238)
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Debt isn't always a bad thing, but it certainly doesn't feel good when you have too much of it. We talk about how to get out of unwanted debt faster.
5 Questions: Breakups, Skill-Building, and Sticking to Your Goals (Ep. 237)
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In this 5 questions episode, we're talking about breakups, schedules, letters of recommendation, skill-building, and staying consistent with your goals.
The Video Game Episode (Ep. 236)
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Can you be productive and still play video games? We talk about how we play games without sacrificing success, along with a few of our favorites.
How to Fix Your Spending Problem (Ep. 235)
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Cash rules everything around me, so I probably shouldn't spend it all. We talk about a few ways to slow down your spending.
How to Achieve Work-Life Balance (Ep. 234)
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Between jobs, classes, and the quest for a fulfilling personal life, things can get overwhelming. We talk about how to find a better work-life balance.
Career Fairs and Networking Events (Ep. 233)
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If you're looking to build a career, you'll probably need to talk to someone. Here's how to put your best foot forward at career fairs and everywhere else.
How to Get Really Good at Photography (Ep. 232)
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If you've ever wanted to take your Instagram posts to the next level, this episode is for you. We talk about how and why to learn the art of photography.
How to Improve Your Fitness — Without Going to the Gym (Ep. 231)
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Fun fact: people were fit long before we invented bench pressing or treadmills. We talk about how to ditch the gym without giving up your health.
5 Questions: Grades, Credit Cards, and Working While Exhausted (Ep. 230)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about our grades, credit cards, being present-minded, working for free, and working while exhausted.
3 Things Martin Learned Almost Dying on a Mountain Bike (Ep. 229)
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Sometimes we need something unexpected to come and shake up our perspective. We talk about a few life lessons after a close call on a mountain bike.
Thomas' Top 10 Favorite Podcasts (Ep. 228)
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As it turns out, we're not the only podcast out there. Here are ten of Thomas' favorites.
5 Questions: Bad at Math, Choosing Goals, and Relationship Productivity (Ep. 227)
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We talk about choosing which goal to work on next, building a habit when your significant other doesn't want to, dealing with math fears, and more in this five questions episode.
The Hedonic Treadmill (Ep. 226)
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Have you ever noticed that as some things in life get better or worse, your overall happiness doesn't change much? Well, you're not alone. It might just be the hedonic treadmill.
How Much Owning a Home Will ACTUALLY Cost You (Ep. 225)
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Buying a home is already a big enough decision. You don't want to be surprised the first time you see the bill. We talk about the real cost of owning a house.
How to Grow Your Social Media Following (Ep. 224)
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Social media doesn't appear to be going away anytime soon. In this episode, we're talking about how to grow your following so you can make the most of it.
5 Questions: New Semester Prep, Self-Esteem, and What We're Bad At (Ep. 223)
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In this five questions episode, we talk about getting ready for college, starting your own business, building your self-esteem, and more.
An Interview with YouTuber Sara Dietschy (Ep. 222)
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Taking a bit of a break from the norm, here's part two of a conversation between Thomas and fellow YouTuber and podcaster Sara Dietschy.
10 Apps We Can't Live Without (Ep. 221)
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If we're going to be stuck walking around with our phones all day, we might as well put them to good use. Here are ten apps worth unlocking your screen for.
8 Ways to Improve Your Diet (Ep. 220)
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Nutrition research can be overwhelming, but that doesn't mean you can't start eating healthier today. Here are some less confusing tips to get you started.
Why You Aren’t Successful Yet (Ep. 219)
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It's easier than ever before to feel like a failure. Anywhere you look, you can find scores of people half your age but twice as successful. What happened?
5 Questions: Video Game Addiction, Time Blocking, and 14-Hour Work Days (Ep. 218)
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In this five questions episode, we talk about video game addiction, time blocking, 14-hour work days, living off campus, and finding your purpose.
How to Make Your Life Seem Longer (Ep. 217)
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Time flies when you're having fun. Also when you're not. We talk about how to slow things down and fit more life into the one you have.
Our Exercise Habits and Fitness Goals (Ep. 216)
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Someday we'll all have cool cyborg bodies, but until then we should probably take care of the ones we have. Here's how we've been trying to stay in shape.
How to Take Criticism (Ep. 215)
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Criticism feels bad, but it's also one of the best shortcuts to improvement. Here's how to appreciate good criticism and stop taking things so personally.
How to Build Strong Habits (Ep. 214)
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Since our lives are governed largely by a collection of habits, we've decided to talk about how one might form a new habit on purpose. Want to make something a part of your identity and life? Here's how to get started.
10 Things We'd Tell Our 18-Year-Old Selves (Ep. 213)
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Another year older, another year wiser. In this week's episode, we're reflecting on a few lessons it would have been nice to learn earlier, and we're passing the savings onto you.
How to Give a Killer Speech (Ep. 212)
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Public speaking is consistently one of the top fears plaguing humanity, but that doesn't mean you can't do it. We talk a bit about our experience with giving speeches and some ways you can improve your own presentation skills.
5 Questions: Social Media, Pets, and How to Choose a Foreign Language (Ep. 211)
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In this five questions episode, we talk about healthy social media use, balancing pets with a busy life, explaining an unimpressive resume, book formats, and how to choose a foreign language.
How to Be Good at Everything — The Rapid Skill Learning Process (Ep. 210)
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So many skills, so little time. Sure, we probably can't achieve mastery in all of them, but what if we don't care? We talk about how to learn the basics quickly enough to rekindle your dreams of becoming a renaissance man.
How to Write a Great Resume and Cover Letter (Ep. 209)
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As the school year comes to a close, job season is upon us. We talk about ways to make sure your resume and cover letter are up to par before taking the plunge.
Morning Routines (Ep. 208)
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What did you do this morning? In the productivity world, this question sounds a lot more compelling than usual due to the allure of the morning routine — the perfect formula to start a successful day. We talk about our routines and how to build your own.
How to Get Into Tea (Ep. 207)
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Are you a tea drinker? If not, maybe it's time to give the second most popular drink on Earth after water a chance. We talk a bit about tea and how we got into it.
Moving Out of Your Mom's Basement: How to Live Independently (Ep. 206)
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Get your wings ready, because it's time to leave the nest. But what exactly does it take to strike out on your own? We talk about the day-to-day challenges of living independently.
How to Buy Your First House, Pt. 1: The Research Process (Ep. 205)
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We've decided we want houses, and it turns out we're not alone. But with buying a house being such a huge undertaking, where do we start? We talk about what we've been thinking about so far in our quest to leave the apartment life behind.
A 12-Step Exam Prep Checklist (Ep. 204)
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Feeling ready for finals? We talk through the 12-step exam preparation checklist found in Barbara Oakley's "A Mind for Numbers."
How to Find a Mentor (Ep. 203)
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Ready for the next level, but not sure how to get there? Maybe you need to find yourself a mentor. We talk about what it means to be a mentor and how to find one.
The Dip: How to Know When to Quit (Ep. 202)
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Winners never quit, right? Well, no. According to Seth Godin's 'The Dip,' winners quit plenty of things. They just know which things to quit, leaving them to focus their energies on better things. So, which things should you quit? Let's find out.
5 Questions: Study Music, New Connections, and Winter Productivity (Ep. 201)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about studying with music, making new connections, estimating how long a task will take, staying productive in winter, and what to do when you're overwhelmed.
How to Plan Out Your Year (Ep. 200)
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It's almost March now, so quite a few New Year's resolutions have probably fallen through already. But that doesn't mean it's too late to do something worth being proud of. We talk about how to really plan out your year.
Weapons of Influence #6: Scarcity (Ep. 199)
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We look one final time at Robert Cialdini's "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion" to talk about why you really don't know what you have until it's gone.
14 Ways to Spend Your Time in College (Ep. 198)
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Classes may seem like they take forever, but four years really isn't that long in the grand scheme of things. We talk about fourteen of the nearly limitless options for spending your time in school, so you can make the most of your college experience.
Weapons of Influence #5: Authority (Ep. 197)
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We dive back into Robert Cialdini's "Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion," to talk a bit about why it's so easy to follow the leader, even when you know you shouldn't.
5 Questions: Audio vs. Paper Books, iPad Pro for Students, and Motivation Tactics (Ep. 196)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about the iPad Pro, Pomodoro breaks, filming, motivation, and whether audio books are as effective as traditional reading.
Weapons of Influence #4: Liking (Ep. 195)
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In part four of our series on Robert Cialdini's "Influence," we talk about the link between persuasion and being likable.
How to Automate Your Life (Ep. 194)
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When it comes to removing regular tasks from your life, you have four choices: Do, Delegate, Delete, or Automate. We talk a bit about that last one, including things we've automated in our own lives and how to find automation candidates in yours.
Weapons of Influence #3: Social Proof (Ep. 193)
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In part three of our series on Robert Cialdini's "Influence," we talk about why you shouldn't always follow the wisdom of the crowd.
How to Get Better at Cooking (Ep. 192)
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We ring in the new year with a conversation about how to get into the world of cooking, just in time to fuel all of your health-related resolutions.
Martin and Thomas' 2017 Year in Review (Ep. 191)
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Happy New Year, almost! We break from our normal list of topics to talk about what we've been up to in 2017 and how this year has helped us grow.
The Nuts and Bolts of Running Your Own Business (Ep. 190)
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Starting a business can seem daunting, but don't let that keep you from your million-dollar idea. Here's what's behind the scenes of entrepreneurship.
Weapons of Influence #2: Commitment and Consistency (Ep. 189)
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In part two of our series on Robert Cialdini's "Influence," we talk about why sticking to your guns isn't always the smartest thing to do.
Do You Even Meditate? (Ep. 188)
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You've probably heard about meditation, but does it really work? We talk about why simply sitting and breathing might change your life for the better.
How to Not Get Hacked: 9 Tips for Securing Your Digital Life (Ep. 187)
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The internet can be a dangerous place, but it doesn't have to be. We talk about how to mitigate risk and stay safe in the digital age.
Weapons of Influence #1: Reciprocation (Ep. 186)
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The art of persuasion comes in many forms. We talk about the first of six lessons from Robert Cialdini's "Influence": the rule of reciprocation.
How to Get Hired: A Look Inside the Decision Maker's Head (Ep. 185)
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We've talked a lot about the job-seeking process, but this time we get to examine things from a different perspective: the company.
5 Questions: Video Games, Language Learning, and Thinking Out Loud (Ep. 184)
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In this 5 questions episode, we talk about video games, language learning, Anki, thinking out loud, and what to do when you don't like your major.
How to Crush Job Interviews (Ep. 183)
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A job interview might be all that lies between you and a new life. We talk about how to put your best foot forward so it won't stand in the way.
How to Learn a Foreign Language Independently (Ep. 182)
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A classroom isn't always the best place to learn a language. We talk about how to study foreign languages on your own time.
Social Skills: How to Be Confident in Social Situations (Ep. 181)
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Few skills have as much of an effect on your happiness as social skills. We talk a bit about how to build confidence and connect with other humans.
What Are the Alternatives to College? (Ep. 180)
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Despite the fact that college is literally in our name, it's not the only pathway to a happy life. We talk a bit about some alternative routes to success.
5 Questions: Extrinsic vs. Intrinsic Rewards, Alarm Clocks and Social Media (Ep. 179)
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Here we go once again with the email. In this 5 questions episode, we talk about social media, the overjustification effect, and alarms.
How to Go from Merely Good to Truly Great (Ep. 178)
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Some companies are born great, but for those that aren't, what does it take to cross the threshold? We talk about "Good to Great" by Jim Collins.
How to Be a Good Significant Other (Ep. 177)
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If there's one thing the majority of humans agree on, it's that dating other humans is pretty cool. We talk about the mystic art of managing a relationship.
How to Actually Use Productivity Tips and Improve Your Life (Ep. 176)
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Gurus, gurus, everywhere, but not a spot to think. We talk about how to sort through productivity advice, so you can actually use it.
10 Essential Life Skills That Every Student Should Have (Ep. 175)
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We once promised an episode on life skills, and here it is. These ten skills will give you the foundation you need to tackle almost anything.
How to Budget Your Money Without Cutting Coffee (Ep. 174)
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Money may be the root of all evil, but it's certainly much easier to do good if you've got it. We talk a bit about budgeting and how we handle our finances.
5 Questions: Early Networking, Cold Showers, and Morning Routines (Ep. 173)
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You've got questions, and we've got answers: in this 5 questions episode, we talk about early networking, cold showers, morning routines, and more.
How to Go into a New Semester More Prepared Than Batman (Ep. 172)
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The new semester is upon us! We talk about a few ways to get ready and start things off on the right foot.
Essentialism: How to Do More by Doing Less (Ep. 171)
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When the internet makes us painfully aware of every opportunity we have, it's easy to be overwhelmed. We talk about how to do less, but better.
How to Boost Your Happiness and Hirability with Extracurriculars (Ep. 170)
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Friends, fun, networking, resumes: what can't be improved by the right club or side-project? We talk about extracurriculars and how to choose them.
Our Favorite Fiction and Why We Read It (Ep. 169)
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We talk a lot about nonfiction, but is that all we read? We go over why fiction's worth taking seriously, along with a few of our favorite books.
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The Procrastination Equation: An In-Depth Breakdown (Ep. 167)
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Lessons from The Personal MBA (Ep. 166)
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How to Balance Work and School (Ep. 165)
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How to Start Freelancing and Land Your First Client (Ep. 164)
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The War of Art (Ep. 161)
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5 Questions: Lazy Days, Networking Events, and Productive Group Work (Ep. 160)
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How to Become a Filmmaker (Ep. 159)
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How to Pay Off Student Debt Like a Guru Ninja Rockstar (Ep. 156)
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The Productivity Project (Ep. 155)
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How to Take Good Notes from Books (Ep. 152)
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Mixing Paper and Digital Note-Taking Systems (Ep. 151)
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The Art of the Phone Interview (Ep. 146)
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How to Choose Where to Live After College (Ep. 145)
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5 Questions on Starting Your Own Business (Ep. 144)
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How to Keep Track of What You Study (Ep. 142)
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What We Learned from Reading "Deep Work" (Ep. 140)
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In this episode, we talk about some of the lessons we learned reading Cal Newport's "Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World."
How to Introduce Yourself Without Sounding Boring (Ep. 139)
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How to Make Time for Creativity (Ep. 138)
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Thinking Quickly Under Pressure (Ep. 137)
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How to Build Your Vocabulary (Ep. 136)
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Inbox Zero (Ep. 135)
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How to Build a YouTube Channel (Ep. 134)
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How to Start Your Own Podcast (Ep. 133)
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How to Study Math and Science Effectively (Ep. 132)
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Career Pivots, Networking, and Life Experiments (Ep. 131)
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University Q&A - Another Chat with My Friends Simon and Jamie (Ep. 130)
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How to Land Your Dream Internship (Ep. 129)
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How to Upgrade Your Wardrobe and Dress Better (Ep. 128)
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5 Questions: Motivation Management, Sketchy Websites, and Why We Read Nonfiction (Ep. 127)
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Why You Shouldn’t Let Your College Major Define You (Narration)
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Self-Awareness: A Crucial Skill for Finding Work You Love (Ep. 126)
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Stephen Warley talks about his career path, entrepreneurship, and the benefits of self-awareness.
So You Want to Start Your Own Blog (Ep. 125)
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In this episode, we talk about the benefits, challenges, and logistics of starting your own blog.
The Science Behind Getting Better Sleep (Ep. 124)
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Dr. Michael Breus talks about chronotypes and how to use them to our advantage for better sleep, productivity, and happiness.
Skill Building, Project Planning, and DIY (Ep. 123)
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Bob Clagett from I Like to Make Stuff talks about building new skills, managing multiple projects at once, and DIY.
5 Questions: Unambitious Friends, Money Saving Strategies, & the Pomodoro Technique (Ep. 122)
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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.
Our Habits, Routines, and Motivation Strategies (Ep. 121)
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In this episode, we talk about the strategies we use to keep up with our habits, goals, and routines.
Inside Our Productivity Systems (Ep. 120)
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In this episode, we talk about the productivity systems we use to stay organized and on track.
Stress Strategy: How to Use Stress to Your Advantage (Ep. 119)
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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.
Cultivate Creativity to Study Better and Dominate Assignments (Narration)
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5 Questions: Most Valuable Life Skills, Class Selection Strategy, & Switching Majors (Ep. 118)
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On this 5 questions episode, we talk about the most valuable life skills, what to look for when registering for classes, and switching majors.
The Happiness Equation (Ep. 117)
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Author Neil Pasricha talks about what it takes to live a happy life.
How to Stand Out If You Have a Low GPA (Ep. 116)
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We talk about how to stand out from your peers and find success, even with a less-than-ideal GPA.
How to Make a Comeback and Save Your Grades (Ep. 115)
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We talk about how to turn around a less-than-stellar semester and keep your GPA where it belongs.
Achievement Addiction (Narration)
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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.
What It Takes to Open a Coffee Shop (Ep. 114)
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Entrepreneur Dale Schotte talks about his experiences turning a lone coffee shop into a six building operation in St. Louis, Missouri.
How to Persuade People to Support Your Ideas (Ep. 113)
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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.
5 Questions: Productive Breaks, Avoiding Multitasking, & Intimidating Professors (Ep. 112)
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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.
How to Write a Winning College Application Essay (Narration)
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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.
The Path to College, Pt. 3: Becoming College-Ready (Ep. 111)
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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.
Why Taking Breaks Will Boost Your Productivity (Narration)
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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.
The Path to College, Pt. 2: Paying for It (Ep. 110)
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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.
The Path to College, Pt. 1: Getting Accepted (Ep. 109)
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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.
Life at the 900-Year-Old University (Ep. 108)
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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.
Philosophy and Love and Stuff (Ep. 107)
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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.
How to Learn to Code (Ep. 106)
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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.
How Exercise Improves Your Brain (Ep. 105)
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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.
A Giant Boatload of Final Exam Tips (Ep. 104)
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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.
Eating Cheaply, Healthily, and Quickly (Ep. 103)
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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.
How to Become a Published Author (Ep. 102)
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Michael Martin (author of Mr. Fahrenheit and The End Games) guides me through the process of becoming an author - dealing with publishers, editors, etc.
How the Heck Do I Study Abroad? (Ep. 101)
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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.
Deep Work: How to Focus and Resist Distractions (Ep. 100)
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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.
Learned Helplessness (Ep. 99)
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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.
5 Questions: Making Studying Fun, Unlearning Bad Habits, & Honors Programs (Ep. 98)
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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.
How to Build a Freelance Career as a Student (Ep. 97)
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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).
9 Life-Changing Books (Ep. 96)
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Martin and I talk about some of the books that have shaped our beliefs and the directions of our lives.
Quitting Your Job to Work for Yourself (Ep. 95)
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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.
What It Takes to Get Into Medical School (Ep. 94)
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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.
Reading Faster: The Science Behind What Works... and What Doesn't (Ep. 93)
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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.
How to Turn Your Life Into a Video Game (Ep. 92)
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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.
The Worst Thing You Can Do for Your Productivity (Ep. 91)
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My friend Chris Bailey from A Life of Productivity is back on the show to talk more about productivity with me.
How to Pay Off $15,000 in Student Debt... By Living in an RV (Ep. 90)
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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!
Jedi Councils - No Star Wars Spoilers, I Promise (Ep. 89)
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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.
Improving Brain Function Using Music Created by Robots (Ep. 88)
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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.
You Need to Do a Reset (Ep. 87)
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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.
“How Long Should it Take to Get Good at My Job?” (Ep. 86)
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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?"
Tips for Speeches and Presentations (Ep. 85)
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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.
Grades vs. a “Well-Rounded Education” (Ep. 84)
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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.
How to Deal with Rejection (Ep. 83)
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Getting rejected is part of life, and so it learning to deal with it. Today I'll share some experiences I've had with rejection, why they happened, and what I learned from them.
5 Reader Questions: Dealing with Setbacks, Tiredness, and Dream Job Selection (Ep. 82)
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Martin joins me once again on this reader Q&A episode to tackle questions on dealing with setbacks and failure, workouts and tiredness, selecting a dream job, and more.
Morning Routines (Ep. 81)
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I'm with my friend Zach Sexton once again, this time to talk about morning routines. Zach goes through his with his girlfriend, while I'm a lone wolf with mine. Today we'll talk about each of our routines, sticking to them, and common pitfalls.
The Power of Storytelling in Job Interviews (Ep. 80)
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Humans intrinsically love stories, and you can use that to your advantage to stand out in job interviews (and on your resume). Here's how.
How to Become an Animator with Alan Becker, Creator of Animator vs. Animation (Ep. 79)
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Alan Becker is the creator of the wildly popular Animator vs. Animation series and an all-around cool guy. In this episode I talk with him about how he became an animator.
How to Get Better Test Scores Through Confidence Tracking (Ep. 78)
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If you want to get a better grade on your next test or quiz, you should write a number between 1 and 5 beside each question. This episode will explain why.
How to Become an Adult – An Evening Chat with My Friends Simon and Jamie (Ep. 77)
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This episode is a replay of a live YouTube hangout I did a couple weeks ago with my friends Simon and Jamie. Both of them are Oxford Univerisity graduates from the U.K., and together we tackled the topic of "How to Become an Adult".
5 Reader Questions: How I Email Well-Known People, Note-taking, and Relaxation (Ep. 76)
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Questions have piled up in my inbox and now I'm answering some of them. Today we'll talk about how I reach out to podcast guests, how to study physics and statistics, methods of relaxing between study sessions, and more.
A Conversation with U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan (Ep. 75)
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In which I try very hard to convince myself I'm professional enough to do this. Arne Duncan is the U.S. Secretary of Education; in this episode, we talk about selecting a college, paying off student debt, and his goals for education across the nation.
A Debate on Speed Reading (Ep. 74)
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Is speed reading legit? Can you actually learn to read at 700 words per minute - or even faster? On this episode, I'll present a lot of the science behind how reading works, and my friend Zach will counter with some of the techniques he's learned about.
8 Things I Regret NOT Doing in College (Ep. 73)
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While I'm pretty happy with how my college experience went, there are some things I wish I did - or did better. Here are eight of them.
How to Find Mentors – Even if You’re a Freshman (Ep. 72)
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Finding mentors who can give you advice and encouragement is essential for achieving your career goals. Here's how two students helped hundreds of students at their school find mentors of their own.
Getting Into Grad School and Landing a Job as a Professor (Ep. 71)
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How do professors get their jobs? In this episode, Karen Kelsky, author of "The Professor Is In", shares both how to get into a great grad program and how to become a tenured professor.
A Master Class on Buying a Car – Part 2 (Ep. 70)
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This is Part 2 of my series on buying a car. Learn how to negotiate price, whether or not warranties are worth it, how you should conduct a test drive, and more.
A Master Class on Buying a Car – Part 1 (Ep. 69)
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Buying a car can seem like a minefield. What model do you get? What's reliable, and what's gonna fall apart? How do you keep the salesman from fleecing you? In these episodes, Todd and Paul from Everyday Driver school me on all these questions.
From Failing Classes to Graduating with Honors (Ep. 68)
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Even if you fail at first, you can turn it around. In this episode of the podcast, I talk with Clarissa Rodriguez about how she learned new study habits and organizational techniques, which helped her turn her entire college career around.
Finding a Part-Time Job in College (Ep. 67)
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Lining your pockets with some extra cash while you're in college isn't as difficult as you might think. In this episode, we'll look at how to find a part-time job on or off campus, the hierarchy of "job desirability", and how to balance your schedule.
Using Credit Cards Wisely and Maximizing Your Credit Score (Ep. 66)
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Credit cards are stupidly confusing, and your credit score... doubly so. If you're unsure about how you should use credit cards, this Listen Money Matters crossover episode will help you. Probably.
How I Landed an Internship Without an Interview (Ep. 65)
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Plus, I've got 7 tips from my experience getting hired that you can use to increase your own chances of getting a great internship or job.
Habits and Diminishing Returns (Ep. 64)
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Thoughts on how habits deaden the pleasure of certain experiences. When you notice this happening, should you change your habits?
Habit-Building Strategies for Different Personalities with Gretchen Rubin (Ep. 63)
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Building habits is not an exact science. As Gretchen Rubin reveals in her new book, people with different personalities should go about building new habits in different ways. How should you build yours?
How I Traveled to Japan on the Cheap (Ep. 62)
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I went to Japan twice - both in 2012 and 2013. For both trips, I used numerous resources and travel hacks to save lots of money; in this episode, I'll show you them!
How I Create Videos – Part 2: Editing and Publishing (Ep. 61)
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Today we're wrapping up my video-creation process with an overview of how I edit and publish each video.
How I Create Videos – Part 1: Research and Filming (Ep. 60)
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Want to know my process for making videos? In this episode, I'll go through the first part - starting with research and ending with filming.
The Best Thing You Can Do For Your Productivity (Ep. 59)
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Want to become a more productive person? Chris Bailey has spent over two years immersed in mountains of research on habit-building, mindfulness, and other techniques for helping you do just that. He's got a pretty sweet beard too.
The Nuclear Option for Changing Your Habits (Ep. 58)
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Need a way to force yourself to build or break a habit? In this episode, I chat with the founders of Beeminder - an app that makes you pledge real money towards your goals.
Rationality and Precise Thinking (Ep. 57)
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We're pressured to have opinions on everything - but how do you know what your opinion actually represents? In this episode, we'll scratch the surface of rational thinking with an analysis of heuristics. This episode may challenge you.
Inside Habitica – a Tool That Turns Habit-Building Into a Video Game (Ep. 56)
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Habits are easier to build when you use video game elements to increase your motivation! That's exactly what HabitRPG helps you do, and in this episode, I talk with co-founders Siena Leslie and Vicky Hsu to learn more about the app's origins.
Um… With Adam Clark (Ep. 55)
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A deep, meandering conversation about the meaning of life, happiness, deciding when to quit or push ahead, and other topics with my friend Adam. I don't know how to title this one without it sounding overly cheesy, but I definitely think you should give it a listen. There's a lot of good stuff here.
Earning Two Free Master’s Degrees Through Volunteering (Ep. 54)
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Katie Dwyer, the founder of My College Advice, talks about her experiences studying abroad and earning two free masters degrees through her volunteer experiences.
A Day In My Life (Ep. 53)
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A peek into my life running College Info Geek - take a drive with me and learn about my habits, how I plan and get work done, and what games I'm currently digging :)
In-Depth Salary Negotiation Tactics (Ep. 52)
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Learn how to stand out in salary negotiation with Jim Hopkinson of SalaryTutor.com
Successful Mistakes (Ep. 51)
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Matthew Turner shares his story on his latest project, Successful Mistakes. Buck the fear of failure and learn from your mistakes!
A Conversation with Satchell Drakes, One of My Biggest YouTube Inspirations (Ep. 50)
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I talk YouTube, podcasting, design, and work/life balance with Satchell Drakes, a member of the Normal Boots collective and the founder of the Satchbag's Goods channel and the podcast Cinephilia Anonymous.
How to Test out of College Courses (Ep. 49)
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Jay Cross of DIYDegree explains how to earn your degree faster and smarter sharing his testing out strategies in this week's episode.
How to Read And Learn More Effectively (Ep. 48)
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When you read a book, how much do you retain? How much do you actually apply? Shane Parrish, the founder of the excellent blog Farnam Street, will teach you how to improve the way you read books.
BONUS: The Ultimate Guide to Budgeting in College
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How do you effectively budget your money as a student? This guide goes over how I did it, how I automate as much of it as I can, and how you can apply what I learned.
Making Friends And Connections As An Introvert (Ep. 47)
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As an introvert, it can be hard to meet new people, make small talk, and eventually become friends with people. However, it IS possible to work through introversion by challenging yourself - something my friend Tyler Tervooren is very good at.
How To Make Community College An Ivy League Experience (Ep. 46)
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Does going to a community college mean you have fewer opportunities? Isa Adney says no, and my interview with her will show you how to make the best of any college situation.
How I Wrote a 27,000-Word Book – Plus A Huge Announcement (Ep. 45)
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Andrew Fiebert and I talk about the process of writing books. Also, I've launched my book on earning awesome grades! You can get it for free...
This Dude is Winning at College… (Ep. 44)
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Stefano Ganddini is the creator of Collegetopia and is also a senior at the University of Southern California. In this episode, you’ll learn how Stefano has been able to hack his studies, win scholarships, massively impress his internship bosses, and why we both love taking cold showers.
Goal-Setting, Grit, and Impossible Lists (Ep. 43)
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Connect with Joel Runyon, the man who makes the impossible, possible. Learn about how he started and his current projects,
5 Reader Questions! Making Friends, Budgeting, And Group Projects (Ep. 42)
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It's reader question time. On this episode, we'll tackle how to budget in college, dealing with group projects, memorization techniques, how to start a blog, and more.
Writing Advice And Location-Independent Living (Ep. 41)
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Who better to learn how to edit big papers from than someone with a Master's in English? James Ranson has one, and he's also a location-independent freelance editor.
Resume Tips From a Hiring Director Who Read 10,000 Resumes (Ep. 40)
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This week we talk with Brad Karsh, the man who has reviewed 10,000 resumes. Listen in for great tips on how to get that coveted interview.
Productivity Hacks with My Friend Mike Vardy of Productivityist (Ep. 39)
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Mike Vardy is the speaker, writer, and podcaster behind Productivityist.com, and in this episode he shares some great productivity tips and methods.
Salary Negotiation and Student Loan Payoff Tactics (Ep. 38)
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Stephanie Halligan is a personal finance writer and cartoonist, and in this episode you'll find out how she paid off almost $35k in student debt, and also negotiated a $13,000 raise for herself.
5 Reader Questions! Heavy Course Loads, Scholarships, And Networking (Ep. 37)
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You've got college questions, we've got stupid banter and (sometimes) insightful answers. On this reader Q&A episode, we discuss how to deal with a 21 credits in a semester, finding scholarships, networking with professors, personal websites, and more.
Personal Finance Is Like Space Travel (Ep. 36)
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Joe from Stacking Benjamins says your personal finance journey is like the stages of the Apollo rocket's launch sequence. How does this affect how you should interpret the advice of personal finance gurus? This episode will tell you how.
Why “Follow Your Passion” Is Bad Advice With Cal Newport (Ep. 35)
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Cal Newport, author of the Study Hacks blog and best-selling books like So Good They Can't Ignore You, talks with me about the importance of building skills over "finding your passion," choosing a major, and building deep habits.
How To Win Scholarships (Ep. 34)
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Want to graduate debt-free? In this podcast episode, I talk with scholarship coach Shanice Miller, who graduated with $10,000 of EXTRA money from winning scholarships.
5 Reader Questions! Study Tips, Bad Professors, And Work Music (Ep. 33)
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You've got college questions, we've got well-reasoned answers... along with video game banter and some terrible jokes. This month, we're covering bad professors, how to study your notes, dealing with a job you hate, study music, and more.
A Graphic Design Student’s Path – A Chat with My Girlfriend Anna (Ep. 32)
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What's the path of a design student like? How do you stand out and make connections in a hyper-competitive, subjectively-judged field? I ask my girlfriend Anna to find out.
How To Strengthen Your Mind (Ep. 31)
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Strengthening your mind through medidation and mindfulness exercises can greatly increase your mental clarity, focus, and work performance - that's why so many CEOs and other high performers practice them. I talk with Tony Stubblebine to learn more.
How To Write A Novel… or a Huge Paper (Ep. 30)
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What does it take to write a novel? In this interview, I talk with author Brit McGinnis about her writing process, the value of consistency, and lots of awesome movies and anime.
5 Reader Questions! Resume Tips, $100K Salaries, And… Worms? (Ep. 29)
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We answer your college questions, while I get mad at Martin for being better at video games than me! Dinkleberg.... oh yeah. On this episode, we'll cover resumes, night classes, picking goals, how to get paid a lot of money, and learning to code.
Getting More Done In Less Time (Ep. 28)
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Zach Sexton, a writer for Asian Efficiency, talks about the definition of productivity - and how you can become more efficient at time management and your work.
Being Frugal in College (Ep. 27)
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Want some tips on saving money in college? Here you go - I've got personal finance blogger Kristin Wong on the podcast today, and we're going to go over some college frugality tips. Word.
Study Advice From A Medical Student (Ep. 26)
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The journey of a med student is quite different from other majors. Learn how Ryan Nguyen did it, as well as how to deal with massive loads of homework.
5 Reader Questions! GPA Advice, Useless Classes, And Hobby Time (Ep. 25)
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Martin and I tackle 5 reader questions, including how to build a work-life balance, make time for hobbies, deal with useless classes, and gain experience when you don't have an internship. I get my ass handed to me in Mario Kart.
Building The Skill Of Adaptability In Your Career With Jenny Blake (Ep. 24)
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How do you get a job at Google? Or start a successful website that turns into a published book? Or build a thriving coaching business? Jenny Blake has done all of these things, and today I talk to her about the art of planning, adapting, and pivoting for success in business and life.
Becoming A Web Designer Bro (Ep. 23)
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The story of how Matt went from being the most frat-tastic resume-padder ever, to a dude working a job, to a badass freelance web designer. It's all about the hustle.
How To Become A Professional Speaker With Grant Baldwin (Ep. 22)
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People with interesting careers are often asked, "How'd you get into that?" In this episode, I talk with my friend Grant Baldwin about how he got into his interesting career - travelling the country as a professional speaker.
Mastering Your Money With Matt And Andrew of Listen Money Matters (Ep. 21)
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Personal finance is a complicated beast - how do you learn to pay off debt, save money, automate finances, invest, etc - without going crazy? In this episode I talk with the Listen Money Matters guys on how to get started.
1,086 Miles For A 5-Minute Meeting (Ep. 20)
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Bud Hennekes is one of those people who knows how to identify way to get what he wants and execute on them well. Check out this interview for his story about travelling over 1,000 miles for a 5-minute interview, along with other cool experiences.
How To Actually Learn A New Language With Benny Lewis of Fluent in 3 Months (Ep. 19)
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Want to become fluent in a foreign language? Benny Lewis can do it in 3 months, and in this episode we discuss how you can achieve fluency in a short amount of time - even if you can travel to a new country to do it.
5 Reader Questions! Study Tactics, Healthy Eating, And More (Ep. 18)
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Reader questions about apartments, studying, motivation, and travel are answered. Super Mario is played - until my controller dies.
Networking The Smart Way (Ep. 17)
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Networking is simply the process of forming relationships with others - but it's often done completely wrong. In this episode, you'll learn how to build mutually beneficial relationships with others... without looking like a robot.
Excellence Through Habit-Building (Ep. 16)
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How do you motivate yourself to achieve your goals? How do you deal with limited willpower in today's distrating world? Lift co-founder Tony Stubblebine and I discuss these questions and more.
The Less-Traveled Road To Success (Ep. 15)
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Learn how Vincent Nguyen scored three internships, built relationships with highly successful entrepreneurs, and created his own successful, fast-growing blog - at just 19 years of age.
How To Level Up Your Life With Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness (Ep. 14)
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In this podcast, I talk with NerdFitness founder Steve Kamb on his journey from college up to building his site, and how nerds can get healthy.
The Beauty Of Travel Hacking With Travis Sherry of Extra Pack of Peanuts (Ep. 13)
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You probably already want to travel - but how about flying to a new country for just $5? In this episode, I talk with travel hacker Travis Sherry to find out just how to do it.
7 Essential Tips For Surviving Freshman Year (Ep. 12)
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If you're a freshman this year, you need to listen to these essential tips on surviving (and dominating) your first year. Also useful to non-freshmen as well.
How I Built A Successful Blog And Made It My Job (Ep. 11)
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In this episode, I retell the history of College Info Geek, from its humble beginnings to the behemoth of corporate zombification it is today. (wait a minute)
In-Class Learning Vs. Self-Education (Ep. 10)
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What's better: learning in class, or studying something on your own? In this podcast episode, I discuss the merits of both with HackCollege writer Robbie Williford.
How to Build a Diverse Skillset (Ep. 9)
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ThinkTraffic employee and Pocket Changed founder Caleb Wojcik dives into the process of building a diverse skillset to make you adaptable in today's workplace.
Hustling, Connecting, and Winning with Gary Vaynerchuk (Ep. 8)
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Gary Vaynerchuk talks about how to get the most out of college through hustling, finding the right mentors, and leveraging your passions.
Earning Passive Income The Smart Way With Pat Flynn (Ep. 7)
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What do you do when you're laid off from your job? If you're Pat Flynn, you build a passive income-based business and generate over $50,000 a month. Tune in to hear Pat's story...
How to Find a Job You Love (Ep. 6)
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In this podcast interview, I talk with Career Kickstarter founder Barrett Brooks on how to really find a job you'll love after college - and how to not fall for a recruiter's sales pitch that hides a job you'll hate.
Why Your Education Costs $88,000 Instead Of $1.50 (Ep. 5)
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In this podcast episode, I dive into the REAL reason we pay for a college education. Hint: it's not the actual education.
The Art Of Promoting Yourself (Ep. 4)
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What is a personal brand? How can you promote yourself to become an expert in your niche and get the job you want? Dan Schawbel answers all these questions in this interview.
How To Not Be Dumb On The Internet (Ep. 3)
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How do you keep your online accounts from getting hacked? In this podcast episode, you'll learn some easy techniques for locking down your online identity.
From College To Successful Startup With Leo Widrich from Buffer (Ep. 2)
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I interview Buffer's Leo Widrich on leaving college to go full-time with a successful startup, building a personal brand, and networking effectively.
Hacking Fitness In College [College Info Geek Podcast GO!] (Ep. 1)
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In this episode, I go over some strategies to hack your fitness in college - how to get started if you're a beginner, how to make working out less boring, and how to keep yourself motivated. I also go over some specific tools and resources I use in my own fitness efforts.
