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by Antonio Neves (Author)
The #1 graduation gift that isn't a gift card.
Before ChatGPT. Before AI-generated advice. Before algorithms told students how to think, Antonio Neves wrote down the 50 lessons that actually changed his life. 50 Things Every College Student Should Know is the real, human wisdom that no app can replace. Written by a first-generation college student who went from a small town (and 15+ moves before high school graduation) to earning a master's degree from Columbia University and building a career at NBC, PBS, and BET. This book is the mentorship most students never get. Each of the 50 chapters is a quick, powerful read. No fluff. No filler. Just the straight talk students need to hear about: - Building real confidence (not the Instagram kind)- Communicating like a professional from day one
- Landing internships and acing job interviews
- Finding mentors and building a network that actually matters
- Developing grit, resilience, and the mindset to finish what you start
- Navigating the moments when family and friends won't understand your choices This isn't a textbook. It's the conversation every college student needs to have with someone who's been there. Perfect for:
- High school graduation gifts
- College send-off presents from parents, grandparents, and family friends
- First-generation college students who need a guide in their corner
- Anyone starting (or restarting) their college journey Because the most important lessons you learn happen outside the classroom.
About the Author:
Antonio Neves grew up in a small town. The kind of town people don't end up leaving. Before graduating high school, he moved more than 15 times. He was the first in his family to go to college.
Number of Pages: 94
Dimensions: 0.19 x 7.81 x 5.06 IN
Publication Date: March 15, 2016
