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Don’t work harder, work smarter: how to study effectively and get the grades of your dreams with winning review strategies, killer memory techniques and exam preparation tips you won’t hear anywhere else. Join Cambridge educated psychologist, study techniques researcher, coach and tutor William Wadsworth as we dive into the secrets of academic success.Looking for the grades of your dreams? Want to know the real secrets to preparing for and taking exams? Through a powerful combination of rich ...
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Sometimes less is more! Today we're exploring the value of stopping, dropping, trimming and deprioritising to make space for the things that matter most. Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work …
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Social connections are critical for mental and physical wellbeing, and they significantly impact academic performance. Dr. Kimberly Horne shares evidence-based insights on nurturing friendships even during busy periods of study and examination preparation. • Loneliness affects concentration, GPA, and even immune system function • College social ter…
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Enter Zettelkasten: a powerful and sophisticated note-making system for more advanced users. A secret superpower to help you be more productive, cut procrastination, have more and better insights, and streamline the research/writing process. Here to teach us how to use the strategy is Dr Sönke Ahrens, author of How To Take Smart Notes and widely re…
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We explore five essential habits that can transform your academic performance by taking small, consistent actions throughout your studies rather than cramming at the end. Doing these little things well from the beginning will make your academic life significantly easier when exam time arrives. • Stay organised as you go along – identify and remove …
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First broadcast as Episode 154, we're revisiting this epic interview with giant of the "science of effective study" world, the great Professor John Dunlosky. In today's must-listen episode, we discover: Why learning should be challenging A taxonomy for thinking about 10 popular study strategies - which work best, and for what? How to master "succes…
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Charlie Colenutt shares his journey from disillusioned lawyer to author, exploring what makes work fulfilling based on interviews with 100 people across diverse professions. You'll learn: •How the most satisfied workers can see clear, immediate results from their efforts • That career satisfaction shows little correlation with income beyond meeting…
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A simple daily practice to have happier, more productive days: gratitude journalling for students. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress. BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge you…
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Happiness isn't just about feeling good – it's about living in alignment with your values and purpose while managing inevitable stress more effectively. • Stress is the primary barrier to happiness, hijacking your brain and making good decisions difficult • Toning your vagus nerve through humming, breath work, movement, connection and nature helps …
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Discover the power of clear purpose and a compelling vision with today's double bill episodes featuring two guests: Ian Chamandy and Steve Gamlin. *** First, we dive into the world of purpose with coach, entrepreneur and author Ian Chamandy: Unpack the value of having a really clear view of your purpose in life and as a scholar Learn how to distil …
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The psychological principle of "Cognitive Load Theory" has considerable power to understand how our brain thinks. There are some fascinating and powerful applications when you're taking exams to help your brain thinking smoother and faster. Discover five of my favourite exam-hall tips and tricks to help your brain work faster, make fewer mistakes, …
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Join the University of Oxford's Lecturer in Study Skills Dr Alix Hibble for a next-level masterclass on the academic writing process. Discover how you can save considerable time AND produce significantly better end results with a better strategy for reading, researching, outlining and writing your essays and dissertations. A must-listen for anyone …
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Learn how to overcome procrastination when working on large academic projects with today's guest, Dr Alison Miller. https://www.theacademicwritersspace.com/ * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less …
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Meditation has some fantastic benefits for scholars, including: - Wellness benefits: managing stress, nerves, anxiety and more - Productivity benefits: boosting focus and increasing your output each day But it's not always easy to fit into our busy lives. Our guest today shares a wealth of ingenious tips and tricks for integrating mindful moments t…
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Top tips and tricks to get the most out of your flashcard training (testing) time, to accelerate your learning and maximise your knowledge retention. Resources mentioned today: >> Work with me 1-on-1: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching >> VIP supporters' club Patreon: https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP >> What to do the day before an exam: https://w…
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Part 4a the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: the common trap of making a large set of flashcards without testing them, why we commonly get into this situation, and what to do about it. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they ca…
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Part 3 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges. Bonus material and more on the Exam Study Expert Patreon: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP/ Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want…
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Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique COMING UP: - Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges - Part 4: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard TRAININ…
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Welcome to the first in a special four-part audio course on how to learn ultra-effectively by mastering the flashcards, not the only effective study strategy, but my personal favourite and a huge listener favourite among our listeners too. Today: discover the science that underpins the power of the flashcard. Coming up: - Part 2: Flashcard Fundamen…
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I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with! Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I hope you find fresh inspiration and maybe a a few questions clarified in today's audio essay. * * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, ind…
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This week on the show: Top tips for learning for high stakes exams Maintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health 4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bay Advice for prospective / current nursing students Our guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly q…
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Today, we're talking neurodiversity in education. Whether you're a student with a neurodiverse brain, a parent to one or a teacher to one, today's episode is rich on practical advice to help you navigate the specific challenges you might have in the education system at school and college! My guest today is Christopher Wyatt, a diagnosed Autistic wi…
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How to concentrate on your studies? I’m going to be talking to one of the world’s leading authorities on how to manage your attention, and focus on what really matters to you, Professor Stefan van der Stigchel. We’ll be walking through an entire day of concentration to show you step-by-step what you can do to help maximise your focus, including: “A…
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Today, Nkechi L Ifediora joins us to break down her ABCD principles of smarter living: Assess / acceptance Boundaries Community Decision making Nkechi is a doctor, director, Mum, executive coach, writer and influencer, who's built a large following through her practical and compassionate advice on living smart. Join Nkechi's 50,000+ followers on in…
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Finding the balance on a vacation or in a holiday season can be tricky. In this episode, you'll learn: All I Want For Christmas is to do the bajillion things I've been meaning to do all term/semester. How to prioritise effectively to avoid panic or disappointment. Don't They Know It's Christmas... and I've got work today? Managing relationships wit…
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A year-end special: ask me anything about how to study, I'm answering your questions about learning, study habits and more. Today's questions include: Tips for maths and numerical subjects (1:45) How to improve when you're struggling (6:40) How to deal with a "bad teacher" (11:10) How to study at the last minute, and prioritise when time is limited…
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3 mistakes to avoid when taking your next exam. Featuring Lucy Parsons, from the School Success Formula podcast and lifemoreextraordinary.com * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less s…
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My guest today is a non-traditional student and aspiring neurologist who shares her story of overcoming set backs and challenges, the power of resilience through difficult personal circumstances, and how to cultivate a growth mindset and overcoming beliefs that may be limiting your potential. Erika is also a mindset influencer and coach, find her o…
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#4/4 in our "pep talks" mini series. Keeping it all in perspective! * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress. BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstu…
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#3/4 in our "pep talks" mini series. Today, we're talking about connecting (or deepening your connection) with your sense of purpose in your studies. What's YOUR why? * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams …
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#2/4 in our "pep talks" mini series in which I want to talk about releasing you from the overwhelming need to prepare perfectly. This is not a get out of jail free card that lets you off doing the work! Rather, this is about making peace with what is possible when the maths of how much you have to do simply doesn’t fit into the time you have availa…
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Today's episode is all about taking core principles from other domains, and using them to help us study smarter and ace our exams. We'll be asking paramedics and emergency responders to help us respond to answers better. Musicians will teach us valuable lessons about preparing for the performance (or exam) not just being able to succeed well in the…
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In this week's episode we're tackling the world of time management with expert and coach David Buck. We'll delve into: Finding focus Overcoming distractions Avoiding procrastination The importance of self-care And how to schedule your calendar for a healthy balance Mentioned in this episode: >> Episode 162: Stop Procrastinating & Start Studying Now…
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Today, we feature a listener who dreamed of earning a place at a top law school in Finland. Only 10% of candidates are accepted. It all comes down to a highly competitive exam, with a pile of learning material released just 30 days before exam day. She had failed before—would she make the cut this time? (Spoiler alert: yes, she did—tune in to find …
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A good planning process is the foundation for success in any long-form written assignments like essays, dissertations and theses - and even your first novel! Discover the process I use for both non-exam and in-exam scenarios, helping you overcome procrastination, and write better, in less time! * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, in…
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Join us today for a look at tools and tactics you can use to speed up research and writing projects in your academic studies, featuring: My 3 top pick AI tools for students of all kinds. Featured interview with the founder of SciSpace Saikiran Chandha, an innovative suite of tools to shortcut much of the manual processes in academic research, such …
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What is interleaving? Why is it so powerful for helping you learn faster and remember more? How can you use it? Listen in today, and all will be revealed with the help of Dr Veronica Yan. Veronica will also be talking us through her insights on barriers to actually adopting effective learning strategies, including interleaving, but also many of the…
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Discover the power of note making to extend your brain, with today's guest, information architect and author of "Duly Noted", Jorge Arango. * Featured in this episode: 155. Cognitive Load Theory "Brain Hacks" For Students - Ollie Lovell: https://examstudyexpert.com/ollie-lovell/ David Allen, Getting Things Done Dr Fiona McPherson, Effective Note-ta…
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In today's episode we're back with giant of the "science of effective study" world, Professor John Dunlosky. We're discussing note-taking: effective note-taking in class on paper or your laptop, and how to make the most of your classes, lectures and instructors' resources. Featured today: John's book "Study Like A Champ": https://geni.us/dunlosky E…
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24 of my favourite tips, tricks and strategies to level up your study game instantly. They're quick to absorb, quick to apply, and quick to start giving you big results! From finding full focus to magical memory methods, there's something in here for everyone. Which will YOU try first? * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent…
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Overcome procrastination when studying with my 3 favourite strategies to get moving NOW! Mentioned in this episode: Printable calendar chain template: https://examstudyexpert.com/chain 1-on-1 exam success coaching: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching The Scholars' Way mindset / productivity course: https://examstudyexpert.com/tsw Workshops for sch…
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Today's guest is mindset coach Jennifer Keable, who will be rounding off this mini-series on finding academic calm. Jennifer's story of how she found a healthy balance between success and wellness covers academic anxiety, burnout and imposter syndrome. Plus, she offers plenty of tips on how to find and prioritise that balance yourself. * * * * Disc…
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In the second part of this mini-series on finding calm in your academic journey, we’re exploring anxiety and managing stress for students. Our guest today, Heather Lillico, is a holistic nutritionist and a yoga and meditation instructor. Heather talks about her own very relatable struggles with anxiety during her academic career, as well as offerin…
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Many listeners to the Exam Study Expert podcast are pretty high achievers, and with that, you tend to push yourself hard. Pushing too hard, for too long, with too little recovery can result in us getting run down and burnt out. Today's episode is all about understanding burnout, what it is, steps to avoid it, and steps to get out of it and recover.…
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Today we are joined by two experts on the topic of effective learning, or “wise learning”: educational psychologist Dr Wallace Panlilio and cognitive neuroscientist Dr Artyom Zinchenko. Artyom and Wallace guide us through what it means to be a wise learner, and how you can apply that knowledge when it comes to managing anxiety about tests and exams…
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We’re wrapping up our Memory and Learning series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast by diving into the marvellous, and at times a little magical, world of mnemonic memory techniques. Our guide today is bestselling author and formidable memory enthusiast, Anthony Metivier, who takes us on a fantastic journey full of practical strategies – and a s…
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Like a good workout, the best learning should be a bit of a stretch but not impossible. That's the principle desirable difficulty in action. I consider it a more "advanced" principle for learning effectively, but it's a very powerful idea to understand and be able to use if you're looking to make your learning as efficient as possible. Tune in to l…
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Memory and learning month continues with an introduction to the powerful "cognitive load theory" principle, and how we can use it to supercharge your brain. Learn faster. Understand more. Overcome procrastination. Cognitive Load Theory could help with all of these, and more! ** Get Ollie's "Cognitive Load Theory Mastery" course - highly recommended…
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Our Memory & Learning series continues with giant of the "science of effective study" world, Professor John Dunlosky. In today's must-listen episode, we discover: Why learning should be challenging A taxonomy for thinking about 10 popular study strategies - which work best, and for what? How to master "successive re-learning" Plus an expert's take …
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