Theme: How to be a successful. Plan 1. How to Be a Successful Student. 2. Developing the Qualities of a Successful Student: 2.1. Make your studies a priority. 2.2. Be punctual. 2.3. Work honestly. 2.4. Stay focused. 2.5. Don’t compare yourself to anyone else. 2.6. Work on making incremental progress. 2.7. Get excited about the material. 3. Sources.