This document provides guidance on developing an academic success and professional development plan. It discusses techniques for effectively conducting research using the Walden University Library resources. These include using database search skills to find relevant peer-reviewed articles and evaluating different types of resources. The document also provides an example of analyzing a research article on reducing burnout in nurses through mindfulness training. Key strategies discussed for identifying and analyzing peer-reviewed research include using the database search functionality and evaluating the types of resources available.