How to Be a High School Superstar

by Cal Newport

Description

This practical guide presents a thoughtful alternative to the high-pressure race for college admissions, showing students how to stand out through meaningful extracurricular achievements without overwhelming their schedules. It explains how curiosity, focused effort, and strategic choices can transform ordinary interests into distinctive projects that demonstrate initiative and genuine accomplishment. Drawing on real-world examples and an accessible, encouraging style, the book offers a step-by-step framework for building an impressive profile while preserving time for school, rest, and personal life. Its central message is that authentic depth—not frantic busyness—is the key to becoming a memorable applicant.

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paperback

Crown

Published Jul 27, 2010

274 pages

ISBN: 9780767932585

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First Published

2010

Language

eng

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