The Journey By Greg Kaplan Teaches Skills Students Should Cultivate For Long-Term Success

On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment eBook magazine UK“, Greg Kaplan’s new book, The Journey, challenges the traditional college admissions focus, advocating for cultivating grit, leadership, and passion in young people to ensure long-term success.

The Journey

In his insightful book, The Journey, Greg Kaplan challenges the conventional approach to college admissions, urging parents and students to focus on cultivating essential skills beyond academic achievement. While test scores and GPAs remain important, Kaplan emphasizes the importance of cultivating three key skills:

• Grit: The unwavering determination to persevere through challenges and setbacks. Grit is the ability to stay focused on long-term goals, even when faced with obstacles and failures. It involves a combination of passion and perseverance.
• Leadership: The capacity to inspire and motivate others, to collaborate effectively, and to make sound decisions. Strong leaders possess excellent communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to think critically.
• Passion: A deep-seated interest and enthusiasm for a particular subject or activity. Passion fuels motivation, creativity, and a strong work ethic. It drives individuals to excel and make a meaningful impact.

Drawing on his extensive experience in education and business, Kaplan provides practical advice and inspiring stories to empower young people. He encourages parents to shift their focus from merely securing a college acceptance to preparing their children for a fulfilling and meaningful life. By fostering resilience, critical thinking, and a growth mindset, parents can equip their children with the tools they need to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

The college admissions process in the United States has transformed into a highly competitive landscape. Rather than solely focusing on securing a spot at a prestigious university, Kaplan encourages parents and students to shift their perspective. Instead of asking, “How can I get my kid into a good college?” he suggests a more profound question: “How can I best prepare my child for the future?”

The Journey is a timely and thought-provoking guide that goes beyond the college admissions process. It offers a roadmap for parents and students to navigate the challenges of the 21st century and emerge as confident, capable, and compassionate individuals.

At the end of the day, we are playing the long game with a child and their future. What kinds of skills and perspectives can they build?

-Greg Kaplan

Greg Kaplan

Greg Kaplan is a renowned college admissions expert and speaker. Based in Newport Beach, his firm, the Kaplan Educational Group, guides high school students toward their academic and career goals.

Drawing on his background in investment banking and law, Kaplan seamlessly connects education to long-term aspirations. Beyond college admissions, the Kaplan Educational Group is dedicated to fostering well-rounded individuals who are prepared to thrive in a complex world.

Find more from Greg Kaplan now:

Paperback: https://amzn.to/3As3ZAz

Audible: https://amzn.to/40q4whk

Apple Audiobook: https://apple.co/40m38vR

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