Characterizing {Ans: Changing personal behaviors to master the material}4. And try again {Ans: Rinse and repeat}Mistake 5: Delay studying until test is announced {Ans: Master the material presented in each class prior to next class}Fail nine Times {Ans: - Don't be disappointed if you do not find the solution on the 1st 2nd 3rd etc. attmpt - Plan on failing nine times by leaving yourself time to fail}Soft skills employers are looking for in candidates {Ans: 1. Communicates effectively in a variety of different ways, methods, and media 2. Possesses the ability to think both critically and creatively 3. Shows initiative and demonstrates a willingness to learn 4. Functions effectively on a team 5. Possesses the ability to think both individually and cooperatively 6. Demonstrates an understanding of engineering, science, and mathematics fundamentals 7. Demonstrates an understanding of information technology, digital competency, and information literacy 8. Maintains a positive self-image and possesses positive self-confidence}2. If the attempt fails, find a single flaw in your understanding {Ans: - Understand one flaw in the failed attempt - There may be several flaws but focus on one at a time}