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The Student Success Manifesto: The Guide to Creating a Life of Passion, Purpose and Prosperity is a unique book in that it is written for young people by one of their own. Author Michael Simmons, already a successful young entrepreneur, published this book at the age of 21 to inspire other youth to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Whether or not those young people decide to start a business, the principles in this book encourage them to set goals and pursue them with passion, rejecting the norm and pursuing their own path. |
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Simmons calls his philosophy “Extreme Entrepreneurship.” Young people are called upon to reject conventional paths and mediocrity and to draw upon the potential that exists within all of them, whether or not they have been successful in a school setting. Many examples are provided of extremely successful individuals who, despite their youth or lack of higher education when starting out, now run major corporations. |
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The Student Success Manifesto emphasizes the importance of being willing to take risks, forge one’s own path, and learn from every experience, whether it is a success or a failure. Students are encouraged to be purposeful in setting goals and choosing activities that further their goals, and to reject simply going with the flow. To be successful, students should create their own “curriculum,” beyond what they are taught in school, taking every opportunity to educate themselves in the areas they wish to pursue. |
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Although this book does not provide a step-by-step guide for starting a successful business, it provides invaluable insights for young people who want to pursue their dreams and fulfill their greatest potential. It will draw them out of an attitude that settles for whatever comes, and instead empowers them to set and pursue their own goals, whether those goals include starting their own businesses or following other dreams. Youth entrepreneurship programs can draw upon Michael Simmons’ experiences and ideas to inspire and encourage their own participants. |
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