There's nothing wrong with earning a degree just so you can become more intellectually well-rounded, but most people see it as an investment in their future. Unless you have a career path in mind that you know would benefit more from other types of trainingvocational programs or apprenticeships, for instancea bachelor's degree will usually be to your career advantage. Many companies are more likely to hire candidates with degrees than those without, as a degree shows you have the proper training to do the job. As of 2016 in the U.S., the median earnings for people with bachelor's degrees are roughly $500 USD per week higher than those with high school diplomas. Similarly, the unemployment rate is nearly halved for those with bachelor's degrees. If you're planning on a career in business, law, medicine, computer science, teaching, or a host of other fields, you'll eventually need advanced degreeslike a master's degree or doctorateto get ahead in your career. Since a bachelor's degree is a prerequisite for earning advanced degrees, take earning it seriously as an important stepping-stone. Some advanced degrees require a bachelor's degree in a particular field, while others do not. For example, if you want to go to med school, plan to major in a physical, biological, or social science. If you hope to eventually earn an MBA, for instance, look for bachelor's programs that have good placement rates into MBA programs. If having only a high school diploma is limiting your job prospects, earning a 2-year associate's degree might unlock several doors for you. So-called "2 + 2" degree programs award you an associate's degree after 2 years, after which you can spend 2 more years completing your bachelor's degree. "2 + 2" programs might be particularly useful if you're a part-time student who may need a longer period of time to complete the bachelor's degree. BA programs still require you to choose a major and complete a set number of courses in that area, but they usually have a less rigid overall structure than BS or BFA programs. If you're not yet certain about your career or future goals, or you just want to experience the broadest range of courses, a BA program may be the right choice for you. BA programs often offer majors in fields like English, communications, and history. With a degree like this, you could work in public relations, marketing, sales, consulting, advertising, broadcasting, and more. BS programs usually have more class requirements tied to your chosen major than BA programs, but you'll still have room to explore some elective classes. People who earn BS degrees tend to have a more clear idea of the career they want to pursue, typically in the fields of science or medicine. BS programs typically offer majors such as computer science, biology, and nursing. BFA degrees are intended primarily for people who plan to make a career in creative fields like painting, dancing, acting, etc. You'll have a good deal of major-focused classes to take, but still have a bit of space for electives and general education courses. BFA programs aren't as ubiquitous as BA or BS programs, but you still shouldn't have much trouble finding schools that offer BFA programs.
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One-sentence summary -- Evaluate your employment potential and earning prospects. Plan ahead for any advanced degrees you'll need or want. Look into "2 + 2" programs that include an associate's degree. Choose a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree for the most flexibility. Pick a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree for a more specific major focus. Earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree for the creative arts.

Pick a topic or concept that you have always been curious about or feel you could know more about. Look at your local university or college for a class on the topic. Search for an online class or tutorial on the topic so you can learn more about it. For example, you may take a class on advertising and media if you have an interest in that topic. Or you may take a creative writing class to improve your fiction and poetry skills. You can also look up online tutorials for things like how to curl your hair with braids or how to paint in oils. Get books from the library or buy books from your local book store. Focus on a topic that you have a strong interest in and do a deep dive into books on the subject. Or pick a topic you know nothing about and read books about it to learn more. For example, if you have a strong interest in fiction books, you may try reading all the award winning novels that came out this year. Or if you have a curiosity about war history, you may look for books on different wars and conflicts at your local library or online. Look for a discussion group at your local community center or online through forums and chatrooms. Start a discussion group with friends or family where you choose a topic and talk about it together. Find friends or acquaintances who you disagree with or share an opposing point of view and propose that you meet to discuss your ideas regularly. For example, you may start a discussion group on local politics with friends or family. Or you may find a discussion group that focuses on sports. Finding others who have differing opinions or ideas than you can help you to broaden your experience. Discussing your thoughts with them, and listening to what they have to say, can make you a more well-rounded person. Expose yourself to media like film, television, radio, and podcasts so you can find out what people are talking and discussing. Try watching and listening to media that focuses on things you know about as well as topics that are new to you. For example, you may watch documentaries on topics that you do not know much about, such as transgender rights or globalization. Or you can listen to podcasts on topics you are familiar with, such as comedy or true crime.
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One-sentence summary -- Take a class on a new topic or concept. Read books about different subjects. Join a discussion group on a topic you are curious about. Watch films and listen to podcasts about different topics.

Some well-known power hitters (like Virender Sehwag) hold the bat near the bottom of the handle, while others (like Adam Gilchrist) grip it near the top of the handle. The important thing is to find and use the grip that feels right and lets you comfortably make a full swing and follow-through. Some people say that holding the bat near the bottom gives more control, while holding it near the top gives you more power. However, your comfort level and your ability to swing freely and fully should be your main consideration when choosing the right power grip. Spread your legs to at least shoulder width or even a little wider. Square up your body and feet so that you are facing the bowleryour front leg might be only slightly forward. From this stance, you'll be better able to track the ball, then rotate your hips and drive your body toward it to make powerful contact. Like grips, though, batting stances are very personalized. If you feel more confident and comfortable in a more closed stance, that is probably the best option for youso long as you can rotate and drive forward with power. Your face should be pointed straight at the bowler so you can look at them (and the ball) with both eyes. Don't tilt your head to the left or right, eitherthe bill of your helmet or cap should be level with the ground. If your head is turned inward a little, you'll be tracking the ball primarily with one eye. But you can't be successful batting aggressively if you can't see the ball clearly! Stay focused on the bowler until they are about to release the ball. Then use both eyes to track the ball as it approaches you. To bat aggressively, you need to be able to immediately determine where the ball is headed and how to adjust your positioning and swing to make clean contact. Some people might think that careful tracking like this is better suited to defensive batting, while aggressive batting should be based on swinging away as hard as possible and hoping you make contact. However, you should think of aggressive batting as a more assertive use of defensive batting principles.
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Use the power grip that feels best to you. Set up your legs in a wide, square stance. Keep your head level and square to the bowler. Track the bowler and the ball with both eyes.