Who thinks being successful is about the grades? Vol. High School

[elcatfisho]

Getting 5's on APs and a 4.337 GPA. sup my man

Edit: not really this cocky. dont worry about it bro

 

[tkthafm]

With few exceptions, most people I've known with excellent grades were not too bright. Actually, most of the smartest people I know were "C" and "D" students. In most cases "good grades" represent a good work ethic and the ability to regurgitate blobs of information rather than actual intelligence. As far as "success" goes, I'm assuming you're talking about job/money (which isn't even real success), and in that case, it only matters as much as your own abilities. It's much easier with higher grades, obviously, but it's not the end of the world with out them. Plenty have been "successful" without "education" let alone bad grades.

I'm working on a PhD if it matters.

 

[tkthafm]

With few exceptions, most people I've known with excellent grades were not too bright. Actually, most of the smartest people I know were "C" and "D" students. In most cases "good grades" represent a good work ethic and the ability to regurgitate blobs of information rather than actual intelligence. As far as "success" goes, I'm assuming you're talking about job/money (which isn't even real success), and in that case, it only matters as much as your own abilities. It's much easier with higher grades, obviously, but it's not the end of the world with out them. Plenty have been "successful" without "education" let alone bad grades.

I'm working on a PhD if it matters.

 

[2lipslegit]

Originally Posted by AgentArenas

Work ethic means more than the grades.

2lips, you go to UMiami? Im class of 13.

yeah, you mighta seen me around, the ONE person, or at least freshman, on campus rockin tall tees

 

[2lipslegit]

Originally Posted by AgentArenas

Work ethic means more than the grades.

2lips, you go to UMiami? Im class of 13.

yeah, you mighta seen me around, the ONE person, or at least freshman, on campus rockin tall tees

 

[pacers31]

being successful isn't all about the grades but they definitely play a big part, especially when you're still in high school. like dude above me said i know plenty of smart kids that were c and d students..in fact the smartest kid i knew in high school ended up dropping out. part of being successful is knowing how to guide your intelligence so getting good grades in high school will give you a better shot at getting into a good college which gives you a better opportunity for other things like networking and all that other *$$*.

 

[pacers31]

being successful isn't all about the grades but they definitely play a big part, especially when you're still in high school. like dude above me said i know plenty of smart kids that were c and d students..in fact the smartest kid i knew in high school ended up dropping out. part of being successful is knowing how to guide your intelligence so getting good grades in high school will give you a better shot at getting into a good college which gives you a better opportunity for other things like networking and all that other *$$*.

 

[scshift]

Originally Posted by Sneaky

Shift what year are you in high school.

Only class thats stopping me from getton a 3.7 or higher is Spanish

I'm a junior, so I need to step my game up this year in terms of grades. I'm still working on improving the gpa, but it's not like 4.0 or die for me.

 

[scshift]

Originally Posted by Sneaky

Shift what year are you in high school.

Only class thats stopping me from getton a 3.7 or higher is Spanish

I'm a junior, so I need to step my game up this year in terms of grades. I'm still working on improving the gpa, but it's not like 4.0 or die for me.

 

[db west]

UPPTEMPO8387-Extracurriculars are only valuable to you professionally if they are related to your major or career goals.  The only benefits that greek organizations provide are social.  I'm a finance major and apart of two business clubs at my university and they are great ways to meet people in your field.  Even if you have a pretty average gpa like I do you can meet new connections and leverage your leadership positions to land job/internship offers. 

 

[db west]

UPPTEMPO8387-Extracurriculars are only valuable to you professionally if they are related to your major or career goals.  The only benefits that greek organizations provide are social.  I'm a finance major and apart of two business clubs at my university and they are great ways to meet people in your field.  Even if you have a pretty average gpa like I do you can meet new connections and leverage your leadership positions to land job/internship offers. 

 

[freakydestroyer]

Originally Posted by Demps

I see your from the suburbs.

Here in my hood its all about who makes the most money.

In my high school you had 3 types of people.

1. the nerdy student that doesnt have bread.

2. the student that just started hustling in dreams of running Oak Cliff.

3. The balling out of control dealer.

I %%#*@*+ REGRET not taking my grades seriously, if only there were 2nd chances.

1. Ace Boogie
2. Rico
3. Money Making Mitch

 

[freakydestroyer]

Originally Posted by Demps

I see your from the suburbs.

Here in my hood its all about who makes the most money.

In my high school you had 3 types of people.

1. the nerdy student that doesnt have bread.

2. the student that just started hustling in dreams of running Oak Cliff.

3. The balling out of control dealer.

I %%#*@*+ REGRET not taking my grades seriously, if only there were 2nd chances.

1. Ace Boogie
2. Rico
3. Money Making Mitch

 

[kazuum]

The only thing keeping me going is the desire to make more money later in life... which means I need better grades. I'm not motivated except for the money later in life

 

[kazuum]

The only thing keeping me going is the desire to make more money later in life... which means I need better grades. I'm not motivated except for the money later in life

 

[moneymike88]

Originally Posted by UPPTEMPO8387

You'd be extremely surprised how far grades will get you..I knew a lot of kids growing up that were constantly pulling 4.0's in High School and College and had ZERO social skills whatsoever..So everyone would say "Well ______ is smart but they're not sociable and have no personality..That won't get them far." Then a few months after they graduate we find out they landed a huge tech job or started interning at a big Law firm...If a company sees that you're an extremely intelligent person when they interview you and can see it in your college grades, they will hire you and give you time to develop social skills..Actually, in some ways depending on the field of work, it's BETTER for them if you're not very social because it doesn't keep you distracted.

Sounds like the kinds of people that kill themselves after an unhappy life of social ineptitude and large sums of money

 

[moneymike88]

Originally Posted by UPPTEMPO8387

You'd be extremely surprised how far grades will get you..I knew a lot of kids growing up that were constantly pulling 4.0's in High School and College and had ZERO social skills whatsoever..So everyone would say "Well ______ is smart but they're not sociable and have no personality..That won't get them far." Then a few months after they graduate we find out they landed a huge tech job or started interning at a big Law firm...If a company sees that you're an extremely intelligent person when they interview you and can see it in your college grades, they will hire you and give you time to develop social skills..Actually, in some ways depending on the field of work, it's BETTER for them if you're not very social because it doesn't keep you distracted.

Sounds like the kinds of people that kill themselves after an unhappy life of social ineptitude and large sums of money

 

[sneakaprince]

I just checked my grades today and found out I got my first 2 Cs in almost 4 years (not to mention I'm in grad school now and willprolly be placed on probation). I called my mom to let her know how things are going and she told me not to sweat. No one truly cares how u do in school but it does measure how much u are willing to put it up with in order to get where or what you want.

 

[sneakaprince]

I just checked my grades today and found out I got my first 2 Cs in almost 4 years (not to mention I'm in grad school now and willprolly be placed on probation). I called my mom to let her know how things are going and she told me not to sweat. No one truly cares how u do in school but it does measure how much u are willing to put it up with in order to get where or what you want.

 

[fog raw]

Or maybe, you're just making excuses

 

[fog raw]

Or maybe, you're just making excuses

 

[ham city]

Rebel teen is rebellious.

 

[ham city]

Rebel teen is rebellious.

 

[heatpinoyboy]

I'm at a 4.6 GPA right now and the only thing pushing me is to rank high in my class and to make my parents happy...
The only thing I'm for sure of after I graduate high school is to pursue a career in the medical field.

 

[heatpinoyboy]

I'm at a 4.6 GPA right now and the only thing pushing me is to rank high in my class and to make my parents happy...
The only thing I'm for sure of after I graduate high school is to pursue a career in the medical field.