Asking for help isn't a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength because it shows you have the courage to admit when you something, and that that then allow to learn something new." Of late, if you struggled trying to concentrate on academics or work, fret not. Perhaps some inspiration from former US president Barack Obama, who is well known for his incredible oratory skills and the ability to leave a crowd enamored with his remarks, would help. In an impassioned speech in 2009, Obama directly addressed a group of children returning to school and emphasised their hope and potential while making it clear as day, that they will need to take responsiblity for themselves and their education to reach that potential. We can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, the best schools in the world - and none of it will make a difference, none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities, unless you show up to those schools, unless you pay attention to those teachers, unless you listen to your parents and grandparents and other adults and put in the hard work it takes to succeed. That's what I want to focus on today: the responsibility each of you has for your education. He explained that dedication and sincerity are two major pillars of success and that one should not lose sight of their goals no matter what. "Maybe you could be a great writer may be even good enough to write a book or articles in a newspaper but you might no know it until you write that English paper that English class paper that's assigned to you."