Excelling academically without succumbing to stress or burnout is an aspiration held by many students, yet often perceived as unattainable. Cal Newport’s book, How to Become a Straight-A Student, demystifies this goal by presenting practical, evidence-based strategies derived from the routines of real top-performing college students. Newport challenges conventional wisdom, suggesting that academic success is less about raw hours invested and more about working smart—leveraging focused techniques, habit formation, and intentional planning to score higher grades with less stress.

• Efficiency trumps intensity: Newport posits that concise, focused study sessions are more...
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