Focusing on the research process will put you on the path to success. Every field, including your intended major, uses the research process. Here are three really good sourcs -- an infographic, video and guide from MIT -- to get yourself familiar with the research process and give you a framework to get started.
Consult "The Research Process" from MIT Libraries for some more in-depth outlines of the research process.
Watch the video Picking your topic IS research! (3:11) from NC State University Libraries.