About the Author: A granddaughter of immigrants and a first-generation college student, Dr. Doreen Galli completed her fifth degree at age 25. She served as an associate professor for five years and recently returned to school for her sixth degree while working full time as a Fortune 10 executive. Dr. Galli is now a professional researcher as an independent industry analyst. This book is the sum of everything she learned along her educational journey, pulling together her keys to success in order to help you stand on her intellectual shoulders and reach your own heights.
Inside:78 keys arranged in six key rings to move your college career forward.
Key Ring One: Before applying
-15 keys focused on selecting the right school and field of study
-Don't wait to find out until after medical school that emergency medicine requires working long nights and weekends
Key Ring Two: Applying
-12 keys to help with admissions and setting up your college career for success
-Direct dream school acceptance a long shot? Discover options that can still lead to graduating from your dream school
Key Ring Three: Arrive at college each term
-11 keys to aid with the start of your first term (and every term thereafter)
-Don't get blindsided by long-announced, "sudden" deadlines or unhealthy habits
Key Ring Four: Manage your time
-12 keys that will serve you before, during and after college to maximize your time utilization
-Make every window of time count toward a goal - even if it's as small as five minutes
Key Ring Five: Acing the Courses
-16 keys to help you put your best foot forward
-Includes two keys the author still uses before going on stage today!
Key Ring Six: Prepare for Life after Graduation
-12 keys to set you up for success after graduation
-In life, it matters who knows what you know if you want to be introduced to professionals who are looking for what you can do
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING:
"The book was such a smooth and easy read. Every key was relevant, and the connections were solid throughout. I wish I had read this before beginning my journey at West Point!"
-Alexandra Davis, US Military Academy at West Point Class of 2019
"I would really encourage students in high school (probably the earlier the better) and those in university to read the book as it contains a lot of substantive and timely advice."
-Dr. Michael Bauer, Professor at The University of Western Ontario
"I found the book easy to read, filled with wisdom said simply. Not an easy trick. I wish I read it before I started college so many years ago."
-Jim Stroud, HR Industry Influencer
