In this text, a professor from Yale University offers his wisdom gleaned from his years of experience in academia. Dr Sternberg distils his analysis of choices made over a long and successful career into densely packed maxims that should help students and new academics create a foundation for a gratifying career of their own. The work should also be of interest to those keen to advance their careers or to those who want to find new meaning in their work. Dr Sternberg's advice gives readers a template for learning how to make lasting remarks on - and significant contributions to - the academic world of psychology while still following their hearts.