English course

"Mindsets and Principles" (From Zero to Your Dream) & (From Your Dream to Reality)

 

Dr Hoang Nguyen earned a PhD in Civil Engineering from Imperial College London, supervised by Professor Catherine O'Sullivan. A Newton PhD scholarship and a Dixon scholarship from Imperial College London funded this study. Before starting at Imperial College, Dr Nguyen received two offers with scholarships from the University of Oxford, but his dream was hindered by the exceptionally high English requirements (7.5 IELTS). The course seeks to empower students to identify their aspirations and pursue them. Aspiration is vital for students and young people alike.

 

The YouTube channel Zero To Vision (https://www.youtube.com/@ZeroToVision) focuses on motivational and educational content inspired by Elon Musk’s public statements and ideas, although it is a fan-made channel not officially connected with Musk or his companies. The channel highlights visionary thinking, personal development, and principles for reaching ambitious goals. While no specific course titled “Mindsets and Principles (From Zeros to Your Dream)” is explicitly detailed in the available information, the channel’s content offers a basis to infer a course structure based on recurring themes in its videos. Below is a proposed outline for a hypothetical course titled “Mindsets and Principles (From Zeros to Your Dream)” based on the channel’s content and mission to guide viewers towards their vision.

 

Course Outline: Mindsets and Principles (From Zeros to Your Dream)

Module 1: Introduction to Visionary Thinking

  • Objective: Understand the importance of a clear, ambitious vision as the foundation for success.
  • Topics:
    • Defining your “vision” and why it matters.
    • The power of thinking big, inspired by Elon Musk’s approach to innovation (e.g., SpaceX, Tesla).
    • Overcoming self-doubt and societal limitations to embrace bold goals.
  • Key Mindset: Dream without limits; a strong vision drives action.
  • Activities: Write a personal vision statement; analyse Musk’s vision for inspiration.

Module 2: Adopting a Growth Mindset

  • Objective: Cultivate a mindset that embraces challenges and continuous learning.
  • Topics:
    • Fixed vs. growth mindset: Lessons from Musk’s iterative approach to failure (e.g., SpaceX rocket failures).
    • Embracing failure as a learning opportunity.
    • Building resilience to persist through setbacks.
  • Key Principle: Failure is feedback; persistence turns dreams into reality.
  • Activities: Reflect on a past failure and identify lessons learned; create a plan to tackle a current challenge.

Module 3: First Principles Thinking

  • Objective: Learn to break down complex problems using Musk’s first principles approach.
  • Topics:
    • What is first principles thinking? (e.g., Musk’s approach to reducing battery costs).
    • Questioning assumptions and conventional wisdom.
    • Applying first principles to personal and professional goals.
  • Key Principle: Reason from the ground up to find innovative solutions.
  • Activities: Practice first principles thinking on a personal goal (e.g., career change, financial planning).

Module 4: Discipline and Work Ethic

  • Objective: Develop the habits and discipline required to achieve long-term goals.
  • Topics:
    • Musk’s work ethic: Lessons from his 100-hour workweeks.
    • Time management and prioritization for maximum impact.
    • Balancing ambition with well-being to avoid burnout.
  • Key Mindset: Consistent effort compounds over time.
  • Activities: Create a weekly schedule prioritizing high-impact tasks; commit to a 30-day habit challenge.

Module 5: Risk-Taking and Courage

  • Objective: Build confidence to take calculated risks toward your vision.
  • Topics:
    • Musk’s risk-taking philosophy (e.g., investing personal wealth in SpaceX and Tesla).
    • Assessing risks vs. rewards in decision-making.
    • Overcoming fear of failure and criticism.
  • Key Principle: Bold risks are necessary for extraordinary outcomes.
  • Activities: Identify one risk you’ve been avoiding and outline steps to take it; role-play a high-stakes decision.

Module 6: Building a Vision-Driven Team

  • Objective: Learn how to inspire and collaborate with others to achieve your vision.
  • Topics:
    • Musk’s leadership style: Inspiring teams with a shared mission.
    • Recruiting and motivating like-minded individuals.
    • Effective communication of your vision to others.
  • Key Mindset: A vision is amplified by a committed team.
  • Activities: Draft a pitch to inspire others to join your vision; practice giving constructive feedback.

Module 7: Sustaining Momentum and Adapting to Change

  • Objective: Maintain long-term motivation and adapt to evolving circumstances.
  • Topics:
    • Staying focused on your vision amidst distractions.
    • Adapting to unexpected challenges (e.g., Musk’s pivot strategies during Tesla’s production issues).
    • Celebrating milestones to sustain motivation.
  • Key Principle: Flexibility and persistence keep your vision alive.
  • Activities: Set short-term milestones for your vision; create a contingency plan for a potential obstacle.

Module 8: From Vision to Reality

  • Objective: Translate your vision into actionable outcomes.
  • Topics:
    • Setting measurable goals and tracking progress.
    • Leveraging resources and opportunities to scale your vision.
    • Reflecting on Musk’s journey from “zero” to global impact.
  • Key Mindset: Every step forward counts; start small, scale big.
  • Activities: Develop a 1-year action plan for your vision; present your plan to a peer for feedback.

Course Features

  • Inspiration Source: Draws heavily on Elon Musk’s public statements and philosophies as presented in Zero To Vision videos, such as his focus on innovation, risk-taking, and perseverance.
  • Format: Video lectures (inspired by the channel’s synthesized voice format), reflective exercises, and practical applications.
  • Duration: 8 weeks, with one module per week.
  • Target Audience: Aspiring entrepreneurs, dreamers, and individuals seeking to achieve ambitious goals.

 

Failure Is Not an Option

 

 

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Student Registration Form for English Course: Mindsets and Principles

Course Details

  • Course Name: Mindsets and Principles

  • Tutor: Hoang Nguyen

  • Start Date: Tuesday, July 16, 2025

  • Schedule: Tuesdays and Saturdays, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM (Vietnam Time, GMT+7)

  • Purpose: To collect student information for enrollment in the English course focused on developing language skills through mindset and principle-based learning.

Instructions: Please click this link (Registration Form) and fill out all required fields marked with an asterisk.

 

The Prayer That Changed Everything: "Dear God, help me to see what You see, to love what You love, and to do what You would have me do. Give me the courage to follow where You lead, even when I can't see the whole path. And help me to trust that Your plan is better than mine." 

 

Bottom Line: Sometimes the most sophisticated strategy is the simplest prayer. Sometimes 26 words from someone who loved you unconditionally contain more guidance than all the experts combined 

 

 

Dr. Hoang Nguyen aims to improve his hometown's education by offering a free English course, helping students to progress daily:  "How to Get Better Every Single Day."

 

These courses are inspired by https://www.youtube.com/@ElonMuskInspirationVideo from the channel, which provides motivational advice influenced by Elon Musk’s philosophy of continuous self-improvement. Here’s a summary of the key points, based on the likely content of the video, inferred from similar motivational videos and the channel’s context.

1) Embrace a Growth Mindset: Commit to daily learning and skill development. Musk emphasises relentless curiosity and learning from failures, viewing them as opportunities to improve.

2) Set Clear Goals: Define specific, ambitious goals to guide daily actions. Break them into small, manageable tasks to maintain progress and focus, aligning with Musk’s approach to tackling complex projects, such as SpaceX or Tesla.

3) Optimise Time Management: Prioritise tasks, eliminate distractions, and focus on high-impact activities. Musk’s intense work ethic highlights the importance of disciplined routines to maximise productivity.

4) Learn Continuously: Read, explore new ideas, and seek diverse perspectives. Musk’s habit of voracious reading and cross-disciplinary learning is a cornerstone of personal growth.

5) Take Action and Iterate: Act on ideas, test them, and refine based on feedback. Musk’s iterative approach to innovation (e.g., SpaceX’s rocket development) underscores the value of experimentation.