Tiarra Burkett outlines systems and strategies for self-management including a 32-day calendar to schedule classes, exams, practices, appointments and work hours, a next actions list of tasks to complete during free time, and setting goals that are dated, achievable, personal, positive and specific. She also discusses techniques for active listening such as deep and lasting learning by prioritizing quality and quantity of processing information using the CORE method of collecting, organizing, rehearsing and evaluating.