The Success Sequence is a research-based framework that, when followed, helps young people both avoid and get out of poverty. The steps for the Success Sequence are:

1. Graduate from high school (and pursue further education, if possible)

2. Get a full-time job

3. Get married before having children

Research shows that 97% of young people who follow this sequence are not living in poverty in their 30's. This is true when controlling for race, SES, gender, and a variety of other demographic factors.

Simply put, following these steps in this order sets young people up for financial success as well as family stability.