Ijeomah Chinonso

1. I'm the Boss! No one wants to work for an organization that doesn't respect their commitment level or humanity. If your co-workers wanted to take orders, they would have joined the army. Unless you are the military, avoid pulling rank. Every decision is a dialogue. Even if you do have the final say and aren't in full agreement (which is probable), don't make "I'm the boss" the ultimate reason for any decision. I think that the Game of Thrones character, Tywin Lannister, said it best when he said, "Any man who must say, I am the king, is no true king." Likewise, anyone who has to say "I am the boss" is no true boss. 2. I'm Too Busy This statement is abrupt and shows a lack of empathy to the needs of your staff. It also makes your employees feel that what they are doing is not that important. Instead of telling them you're too busy, try asking them to come back at a specific time when you do have avail...

1. Dye your hair 2. Have a sleepover 3. Go on a date with someone you would normally say no to - give them a chance 4. Do something – anything! – silly, for charity 5. Take part in a protest 6. Teach someone something 7. Read a book that isn't study-related 8. Play an elaborate prank on a housemate 9. Study in every library that exists at your university (like you're ‘on tour' - but studying) 10. Go and see the art departments' end of year shows 11. Make your own booze 12. Go inside (and have a little explore of) every building that is part of the university 13. Have an incredibly elaborate picnic on a uni green space one lunch time 14. Sit in on a lecture that's completely out of your field, but that you've always been fascinated by 15. Join a society for something you've always wanted to do, but never got round to 16. Apply for internships and jobs 17. Turn up at a 9 am lecture along with all the other students dressed in yo...

It is true that the method of assuming academic success is not applicable to everybody. However, there are specific principles that you can follow in order to guarantee academic success during your time at the University. The department or course notwithstanding, earning a reputation for yourself with that CGPA or aiming to be the best in your faculty or the university depends on most of these frequently overlooked but important cues. It's quite a long post. If you care-read and learn or contribute. #9 - Take Extensive Notes Probably the most tedious of our top 10 9, maintaining a consistent habit of taking good notes is hard to do. In our present world, many students find it difficult to maintain their focus long enough to record the information given out during lectures. The advantage being that when time comes to write a quiz/test/exam, you'll be glad you have that pile of notes to review and refresh your brain with. Taking good notes is an act of learning in itself. Th...