With a major focus on building better habits, Peak Performance, 11e, teaches students to identify triggers for their habits, how to create a productive behavior routine and a reward that leads to a cycle of success. Through the power of grit, perseverance and resiliency, students learn to practice a positive, open mindset that focuses on growth, learning, and effort. The author also provides students practical advice about getting involved in clubs and campus events, connecting with students, tutors, advisers, and instructors to avoid feeling overwhelmed during their new start in college.
Peak Performance delivers the essential tools for managing time and resources by showing students how to: • Empower themselves to feel that they belong in college and that the tools for success are all around them • Learn how habits work and how to replace counter-productive habits with positive habits that will help them in college and beyond • Learn to integrate all learning styles for maximum success • Learn how to seek out support and resources on campus for challenges new students face, and remain persistent in pursuit of their goals • Relate what they are exploring now to future success on the job • Strive to cultivate the qualities, habits, and skills of peak performers
By:
Sharon Ferrett
Imprint: McGraw-Hill Education
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 11th edition
Dimensions:
Height: 269mm,
Width: 211mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 953g
ISBN: 9781260575484
ISBN 10: 1260575489
Pages: 1120
Publication Date: 29 July 2020
Audience:
College/higher education
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Adult education
,
Primary
,
Tertiary & Higher Education
Replaced By: 1266224238
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
PART ONE: Building Foundation Skills Chapter 1: Be a Lifelong Learner Chapter 2: Build Peak Habits Chapter 3: Expand Your Emotional Intelligence Chapter 4: Manage Your Time Chapter 5: Maximize Your Resources PART TWO: Basic Skills and Strategies Chapter 6: Listen and Take Effective Notes Chapter 7: Actively Read Chapter 8: Improve Your Memory Skills Chapter 9: Excel at Taking Tests Chapter 10: Express Yourself in Writing and Speech PART THREE: Application Chapter 11: Become a Critical Thinker and Creative Problem Solver Chapter 12: Create a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit Chapter 13: Build Supportive and Diverse Relationships Chapter 14: Explore Majors and Careers
