17 Pieces of Advice for "Ant Tribe" College Graduates (Excerpt)
1. Understand the age-old truth: No pain, no gain.
2. Accepting setbacks can be a blessing in disguise.
3. Avoid falling into the second-year urban syndrome trap.
4. Don't waste time with bad company.
5. Avoid renting from private landlords; collective housing or apartment complexes are preferable.
6. Develop the habit of keeping accounts.
7. Learn to persevere.
8. Exercise regularly and avoid oversleeping.
9. Visit bookstores more often instead of internet cafes.
10. Prepare thoroughly for your first job.
11. Don't compete with classmates over your meager income.
12. Love whatever job you do.
13. Never look down on ordinary work.
14. Value experience over academic credentials.
15. Send money to your parents regularly.
16. If cohabiting with someone of the opposite sex, always use contraception.