How I Built A Successful Blog And Made It My Job (Ep. 11)

In this 5 questions episode, we're talking about breakups, schedules, letters of recommendation, skill-building, and staying consistent with your goals. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Hover: Your personal brand is important, and it starts with your domain name. Get 10% off your first domain name purchase by going to hover.com/cig. Things mentioned in this episode: College Info Geek Discord Man's Search for Meaning, by Viktor Frankl Stack Overflow answer by a graduate professor How to Ask for Letters of Recommendation and References How to Be Good at Everything - The Rapid Skill Learning Process (Ep. 210) How to Grow Your Social Media Following (Ep. 224) Duolingo (iOS | Android) Habitica (iOS | Android) Momentum (iOS) Strides (iOS) iTalki (iOS | Android) Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:06:30 - Staying productive while dealing with a break-up 0:20:09 - Writing your own letter of recommendation 0:25:42 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:27:49 - Sponsor: Hover (Buying a domain name) 0:30:28 - Scheduling your work when you have flexible hours 0:40:32 - Comparing yourself to people who seem to accomplish a lot more than you 0:50:59 - Being consistent while building habits 0:56:56 - Conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Nov 20181h 1min

Can you be productive and still play video games? We talk about how we play games without sacrificing success, along with a few of our favorites. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Things mentioned in this episode: Tom's Games: Guitar Hero III Celeste Marvel vs. Capcom 3 Pokémon FireRed Portal 2 Overwatch Enter the Gungeon Hollow Knight The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Dance Dance Revolution and Pump It Up Martin's Games: Monster Hunter: World Celeste Animal Crossing Golden Sun: The Lost Age The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Super Mario Odyssey The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Pokémon Silver Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker Links: Atomic Habits, by James Clear Nerd Fitness Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:01:44 - Are video games worth your time? 0:14:11 - Using video games as a coping mechanism 0:18:58 - Avoiding a video game dependency 0:27:03 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:29:01 - Avoiding a video game dependency (continued) 0:36:13 - Some of our favourite games 0:52:15 - Conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Nov 201854min

Cash rules everything around me, so I probably shouldn't spend it all. We talk about a few ways to slow down your spending. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Things mentioned in this episode: Mint (iOS | Android) Daily Budget (iOS) USDA Food Plans Strides (iOS) Momentum (iOS) Atomic Habits, by James Clear Weapons of Influence #2: Commitment and Consistency (Ep. 189) Bear (Mac | iOS) Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:02:54 - Tracking your expenses and spending less 0:22:00 - Curbing impulse spending 0:27:52 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:35:38 - Don't invest too much on a new hobby 0:39:04 - Figure out what exactly is making you spend all your money 0:40:46 - Ignoring sales 0:42:38 - What subscriptions are you actually making use of 0:46:53 - Friends that make you spend too much money 0:51:48 - Recap and conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

29 Okt 201857min

Between jobs, classes, and the quest for a fulfilling personal life, things can get overwhelming. We talk about how to find a better work-life balance. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Things mentioned in this episode: 3 Things Martin Learned Almost Dying on a Mountain Bike (Ep. 229) Cortex CGP Grey on YouTube Charisma on Command on YouTube Freshly Essentialism: How to Do More by Doing Less (Ep. 171) Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:02:08 - How we're trying to achieve a work-life balance 0:13:26 - Comparing your life to other people's 0:20:32 - Working more efficiently instead of working more hours 0:29:37 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:31:59 - Setting up expectations other people have of you 0:44:02 - Dedicating yourself to something and delegating tasks 1:05:21 - Conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Okt 20181h 10min

If you're looking to build a career, you'll probably need to talk to someone. Here's how to put your best foot forward at career fairs and everywhere else. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Hover: Your personal brand is important, and it starts with your domain name. Get 10% off your first domain name purchase by going to hover.com/cig. Things mentioned in this episode: Evernote (iOS | Android) Bear (iOS) Notion (iOS | Android) Money Lab Listen Money Matters CGP Grey on YouTube Sara Dietschy on YouTube Benny Lewis Epic Rap Battles of History on YouTube Silver-Medal Mentors Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:10:20 - Why go to Career Fairs 0:13:40 - Dressing up and showing off your work 0:25:46 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:27:50 - Sponsor: Hover (Buying a domain name) 0:31:37 - Researching the companies you’re interested in 0:34:39 - Practicing with other companies before talking to the ones you like 0:39:27 - Why go to networking events and conferences 0:57:23 - How to find new events 0:58:57 - Recap and conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Okt 20181h 4min

If you've ever wanted to take your Instagram posts to the next level, this episode is for you. We talk about how and why to learn the art of photography. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Things mentioned in this episode: How to Not Get Hacked (Ep. 187) How to Grow Your Social Media Following (Ep. 224) How to Study Effectively with Flash Cards How Much Water Should You REALLY Be Drinking? How to Think Like Sherlock Holmes Fstoppers' Exposure Triangle article Canon Rebel SL2 DSLR Camera Sony Alpha a6000 Mirrorless Digital Camera Meike Automatic Extension Tube Sony SEL90M28G FE 90mm f/2.8-22 Macro Lens Sony E 55-210mm F4.5-6.3 Lens Sony SEL35F18 35mm f/1.8 Prime Fixed Lens Unbox Therapy on YouTube Listen Money Matters Mango Street on YouTube Peter McKinnon on YouTube Caleb Wojcik on YouTube Jared Polin on YouTube The Photographer's Ephemeris Borrow Lenses Adobe Lightroom Affinity Photo Pixelmator Light Pollution Map Snapseed (iOS | Android) mmCalc Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:13:31 - Why did we do an episode about this topic 0:18:12 - Why does Martin like photography 0:26:00 - How to get started in photography 0:32:24 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:34:47 - How to feel about your old work 0:38:02 - Should you buy expensive gear as a beginner? 0:44:08 - Why upgrade your equipment and what to upgrade first 0:57:14 - Upgrading from your smartphone to a camera and lens 1:09:40 - Gear, tips and techniques for taking better photos 1:24:41 - Looking at other people's work 1:30:45 - Photography resource recommendations 1:43:00 - Conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

8 Okt 20181h 45min

Fun fact: people were fit long before we invented bench pressing or treadmills. We talk about how to ditch the gym without giving up your health. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Audible: Get a free audiobook download and a free 30-day trial by going to audible.com/CIG or texting “CIG” to 500-500 on your phone. Brilliant: Accelerate your learning in math, science, and computer science. Start learning for free at Brilliant.org/CollegeInfoGeek — and if you're one of the first 83 people to use this link, you'll also get 20% off your subscription. Things mentioned in this episode: Tim Ferriss' Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training episode Gymnastic Bodies Yoga With Adriene on YouTube Bodyweight Fitness subreddit Nerd Fitness 30-day dead hang challenge T Nation Yes4All Deluxe Chin Up Bar Doorway Turtles All the Way Down, by John Green Stealing Fire, by Steven Kotler and Jamie Wheal Strava (iOS | Android) Thomas on Strava Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:01:08 - Doing yoga or body weight exercises as an easy way to improve your fitness 0:16:26 - Building your own home gym 0:25:13 - Sponsor: Audible (Listening to audiobooks) 0:29:55 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills) 0:31:14 - Building your own home gym (continued) 0:35:30 - Trying out different sports 0:43:40 - Recap and conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 Okt 201848min

In this 5 questions episode, we talk about our grades, credit cards, being present-minded, working for free, and working while exhausted. Full show notes This week’s episode is sponsored by: Todoist: If you're a student or educator, you can get Todoist's awesome Premium features - like project templates and automated reminders - for 50% off at Todoist.com/education. Things mentioned in this episode: College Info Geek Merch 3 Things Martin Learned Almost Dying on a Mountain Bike (Ep. 229) A Crash Course on How to Start Investing (Even If You’re in Debt) (Ep. 168) How to Budget Your Money Without Cutting Coffee (Ep. 174) Starbucked, by Taylor Clark Paul Graham's Good and Bad Procrastination article Spark, by John Ratey A History of the World in 6 Glasses, by Tom Standage Debt: The First 5,000 Years, by David Graeber Want more cool stuff? You can find all sorts of great tools at my Resources page. You can also get a free copy of my book, 10 Steps to Earning Awesome Grades (While Studying Less), by staying up to date with the College Info Geek newsletter. Timestamps: 0:12:53 - Commuting and overmanaging your productivity systems 0:21:54 - What Thomas and Martin’s grades were like 0:31:50 - Sponsor: Todoist (Managing your tasks) 0:33:56 - Grades shouldn't be your sole focus 0:40:34 - Working while tired and making sure you rest enough 0:49:52 - Dealing with credit cards and why debt is necessary 1:01:05 - Asking a potential employer to work for free 1:07:37 - Conclusion If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast on iTunes! It's easy, you'll get new episodes automatically, and it also helps the show gain exposure :) You can also leave a review! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

24 Sep 20181h 9min