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Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good techniqueCOMING 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 TRAINING - getting more from the all-important testing phase, how to space out your testing, dealing with stubborn cards that are hard to learn, and moreENTIRE COURSE AVAILABLE NOW - all four parts - as early access for supporters of the Exam Study Expert podcast on Patreon, join us today at https://examstudyexpert.com/patreon*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. Work with me: https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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, 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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Today, Nkechi L Ifediora joins us to break down her ABCD principles of smarter living:Assess / acceptanceBoundariesCommunityDecision makingNkechi 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 instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nkechilifedioraofficial/And learn about her work and her book on her website: https://nkechilifediora.com/The Exam Study Expert podcast is 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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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 (14:40)What to do when reviewing ahead of a new semester / term (18:55)Building motivation to learn a subject you're not enjoying (19:35)Daily language learning habits (20:10)Staying organised across different subjects (21:20)Resources referenced in today's episode:[COURSE] "Wheel of Studying" in the Ace Your Exams Planning Party: [COURSE] Power Up Productivity Pack for time management, focus, energy and more: [POD] How to be good at maths with Joachim Cassel, Ep 4: https://examstudyexpert.com/joachim/[POD] Interleaving in Eps 156 and 166: https://examstudyexpert.com/veronica-yan/ (originally broadcast as ep 49)[POD] Pomodoro technique, Ep 59: https://examstudyexpert.com/pomodoro-study-method/[POD] ADHD and studying with Eric Tivers, Ep 114: https://examstudyexpert.com/adhd-students/In an Exam Study Expert podcast first, this episode recorded live with a virtual audience over Zoom - so this episode includes extra tips and reactions from our live audience. It was so much fun to record, and I hope you enjoy the result!*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams***As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Stay hungry; be humble. Keep learning; be outstanding.An Exam Study Expert pep talk.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Today's guest, Hannah is an incredible authority on the subject of how to avoid and overcome burnout: whether you're a student, professional or parent.Hannah's advice is packed with personal experience and practical steps for identifying the 6 most common root causes of burnout, and the 4 fears that fuel them.We also take a deep dive into identifying and correcting unhelpful habits that lead to burnout, including procrastination, overachieving and setting boundaries.A must-listen episode, whether you're feeling overwhelmed or are simply curious!* * * *Discover more about Hannah:Visit her website: >> https://serenesuccess.net/*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

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.They pair plenty of takeaways from recent research studies into test anxiety in students with concrete advice and strategies you can apply to minimise your stress this exam season.* * * *Find out more about Dr Wallace and Dr Artyom's work: Wisest Learners, Parent Edition: https://geni.us/wisestparents *Wisest Learners, Teacher Edition: https://geni.us/wisestlearnersteachers *Visit their website at: https://wisestlearners.com/Get more from your host and the world of Exam Study Expert:>> Join my crash-course in handling your exams (and test anxiety) with panache, Exam Success Secrets: https://examstudyexpert.com/exam-secrets/>> Discover my top tips for overcoming exam anxiety: https://examstudyexpert.com/test-anxiety/>> Download the FREE Six Pillars of Exam Success Cheat Sheet: https://examstudyexpert.com/pillars*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

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 six-step system - capable of transforming how you learn and remember information.Featuring a wide cast of memory-capturing characters, from Optimus Prime and Wolverine, to Sherlock Holmes and Aristotle, this is the episode for all the budding memory enthusiasts in our audience.* * * *Mentioned in this episode:Episode 11 of the Exam Study Expert podcast, with Dr Adam Putman: https://examstudyexpert.com/adam/Anthony's TedX talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvtYjdriSpMTo learn more about Anthony:Visit his website at:>> https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com/Access a FREE memory improvement kit, created by Anthony and full of his favourite mnemonic ideas at: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/kitOr discover his full-blown mnemonic strategies course, Magnetic Memory Method, at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/mmm(Disclaimer: if you follow either of the above links and ultimately go on to make a purchase, Exam Study Expert will earn a small referral fee at no extra cost to you, which is a great way of supporting the podcast – thank you!)Get more from your host and the world of Exam Study Expert at:>> Six Pillars of Exam Success Cheat Sheet: https://examstudyexpert.com/pillars>> [FOR SCHOOLS] Retrieval practice lesson resource pack https://examstudyexpert.com/retrieval-lesson>> [FOR SCHOOLS] Revision Census research https://examstudyexpert.com/Revision-Census>> [FOR SCHOOLS] student workshops / staff CPD keynotes https://examstudyexpert.com/workshops

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 for teachers wanting to go deep on this powerful idea :>> https://examstudyexpert.com/CLT(The above link will redirect to Ollie's course page for details, the Exam Study Expert podcast will earn a small referral fee at no extra cost to you if you go on to make a purchase. Forward your receipt to our normal email address to claim your copy of Outsmart Your Exams, an extra bonus from us.)Also mentioned in today's episode:- Read Cognitive Load Theory in Action (book): https://geni.us/cognitiveload- Listen to Ollie's very popular Education Reading Room podcast: https://www.ollielovell.com/podcast/ - Read Ollie's published works: https://www.ollielovell.com/books/- Check out Ollie's personal website (https://www.ollielovell.com/) and follow him on social (@ollie_lovell)- "Skim" PDF reader* * *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.- Get your copy of OUTSMART YOUR EXAMS, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*- COACHING FOR STUDENTS: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching- WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS: https://examstudyexpert.com/workshops

Today, we're welcoming giant of the "science of effective study" world, Professor John DunloskyIn today's must-listen episode, we discover:Why learning should be challengingA 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 on whether to use digital flashcards, dual coding, watching online video and more!Part of Memory & Learning series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast.Featured today:John's book "Study Like A Champ": https://geni.us/dunloskyJohn's original paper: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1529100612453266Episode 45 with Learning Scientists cofounder Jude Weinstein Jones https://examstudyexpert.com/yana-weinstein-jones/Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills specialist. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.Get more from your host and the world of Exam Study Expert at:Six Pillars of Exam Success Cheat Sheet: https://examstudyexpert.com/Pillars[FOR SCHOOLS] retrieval practice lesson resource pack https://examstudyexpert.com/retrieval-lesson[FOR SCHOOLS] Revision Census research https://examstudyexpert.com/Revision-Census[FOR SCHOOLS] student workshops / staff CPD keynotes https://examstudyexpert.com/workshops** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Today, we're welcoming Amarbeer Singh Gill, author of "Dunlosky's Strengthening The Student Toolbox In Action", to help us unpick some of less well-known (but still very useful!) strategies from John Dunlosky's famous 2013 review of the most effective study strategies.Join us to learn when (and how) to use strategies like:Elaborative interrogationSelf-explanationMental imagerySummarisationInterleaving and other tips for studying mathsPart of the Memory & Learning series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast this month.Dunlosky's Strengthening the Student Toolbox: https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1021069.pdfSingh's website and book: https://unpackingeducation.wixsite.com/home/book*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Join Peps McCrea's Evidence Snacks email list for evidence-hungry teachers at https://snacks.pepsmccrea.com/

In episode #124 chat with William Wadsworth, a memory and productivity psychologist, author, and host of the Exam Study Expert podcast.Highlights: 1.     If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or frustrated – you are likely simply cognitively overloaded. 2.     When you understand Cognitive Load Theory you can combat procrastination and be a more effective learner.3.     Optimize intrinsic load by breaking tasks into manageable components and applying full cognitive power to each step.4.     Identify and address external distractions like technology and environmental factors (use headphones as a signal for focused work and create a tangents list for future exploration)5.     Externalize “to-do” lists to minimize mental clutter and stay focused on the task at hand.6.     Recognize the role of germane load in fostering creativity and insights and embrace spaces for idea generation, such as walks or shower time.Connect with William YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@examstudyexpertTwitter: https://twitter.com/examstudyexpertFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/examstudyexpertInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/examstudyexpertExam Study Expert podcast via https://examstudyexpert.com/podcastThe Scholars Way (30 day mindset / productivity program for scholars): https://william-s-school-4d20.thinkific.com/courses/the-scholars-way?ref=8cdb35Sounds of the Bodlein: https://www.ox.ac.uk/soundsofthebodleian/Six Pillars of Study Success (free download): https://examstudyexpert.com/PillarsProductivity Episodes#81 Productivity Hacks with Scott Miller; https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11089338#87 Increase Your Productivity and Decrease Stress with Dr. Frank Buck: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11526361#89 Technology Addiction vs. Technology Mindfulness: How to Put Humans First with Rob Krecek: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/episodes/11545822#92 How to Make SPACE for Things that Matter with Daniel Sih: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/11832398Support the showSupport this free content: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1547113/supporters/new Get The Happy Doc Student Handbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578333732Other resources at: http://Expandyourhappy.com Treat me to a green tea: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/expandyourhappyWant to make my day? Rate, review, subscribe & share with someone you love.

Today we have a special episode for the parents among our audience:I'm chatting to Dr Tamara Soles, child psychologist and parent herself, all about the most effective ways to support your child on their academic journey.  Dr Tamara has plenty of insights for parents: on our connections with our children, raising well-rounded and motivated individuals, handling academic pressure, and approaching neurodiversity effectively in education. Tune in, and bring a pen - I sure did!Find out more about Dr Tamara Soles and her work, right here:>> https://drtamarasoles.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 stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your child's exam success, at: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Learn more about how Exam Study Expert can help YOU to support your child through their academic career, on our Everything Page, right here:>>  https://examstudyexpert.com/everything/And grab your kids a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at:>> https://geni.us/exams* * * *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books. 

In this compelling episode, we're thrilled to welcome William Wadsworth, the esteemed memory psychologist and the visionary behind the Exam Study Expert podcast and blog. With his unique blend of science-backed research and practical strategies, William has transformed the way thousands approach their studies and professional exams. From achieving top 0.01% exam results to conducting the largest survey on study habits with the Revision Census, William's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Dive deep into the mechanics of the brain and memory, and learn how to leverage this knowledge for effective study techniques that ensure long-term retention and understanding. William shares his personal transformation from struggling student to Cambridge University success story, offering invaluable advice for managing time, optimizing memorization, and acing exams with confidence and ease. Whether you're facing challenging academic exams or demanding professional qualifications, this episode is your roadmap to reducing stress, enhancing productivity, and achieving excellence in every test. Join us as William Wadsworth reveals the secrets to studying smarter, not harder, and how you can apply these strategies to excel in your academic and professional endeavors. Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drchrisloomdphd Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thereal_drchrisloo Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drchrisloomddphd Follow the podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NkM6US7cjsiAYTBjWGdx6?si=1da9d0a17be14d18 Subscribe to our Substack newsletter: https://substack.com/@drchrisloomdphd1 Subscribe to our Medium newsletter: https://medium.com/@drchrisloomdphd Subscribe to our email newsletter: ⁠https://financial-freedom-for-physicians.ck.page/b4622e816d⁠ Subscribe to our LinkedIn newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6992935013231071233 Join our Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=87512799 Join our Spotify Community: ⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/christopher-loo/subscribe⁠ Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2024

In my contribution to the Motivation Series here on the Exam Study Expert podcast, I'm sharing the top 7 reasons you want to get started with your exam prep (or project work) sooner.So many put off starting till later than we intend, and find themselves at best stressed, at worst, underperforming.Let's not let that happen to you :-)Fuel your get up and get to get going sooner with this pep talk and powerful set of reasons, and reap the many rewards that come from an early start to your studying.Let's go!*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.1:1 COACHING for students, scholars and professionals with exams to prepare for: https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingSCHOOL REVISION WORKSHOPS to help your students study smarter and achieve their potential: https://examstudyexpert.com/workshops

To kick off a mini-series on motivation on the Exam Study Expert podcast, we're revisiting a gem from the archives, in this conversation with leading motivation scholar Dr Erika Patall.Today, we're cutting through the endless advice you can find on the Internet and getting right to the heart of the science of motivationLet's discover what really works and what doesn't when it comes to finding your get up and go!I'm joined by Dr Erika Patall, one of the most prolific and respected stars of modern research into motivation in education, whose work you can find at https://motivationlab.wordpress.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 stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases

I asked the Exam Study Expert community what their favourite productivity tips were, either their best overall tip, or one that's a little bit "weird" or unusual / original, perhaps that they came up with for themselves.Thank you to everyone who submitted tips - some really nice ideas, and I hope you enjoy the resulting episode!

Today, I want to talk you through 6 list types you might consider using to help you stay organised, calm and in control.Some will be familiar to you - though perhaps with a fresh spin you'd not considered before - others will likely be entirely new!The To Do List - and the 3-part system I'm favouring currentlyThe Browser Tab "To-Do" List HackThe Stop List - to help with overwhelmThe Checklist - de-risk the big momentsThe Red & Green List - for when times are toughThe Mental Resistance ListJoin the Exam Study Expert mailing list and get my favourite study strategy tips direct to your inbox, at https://examstudyexpert.com/join*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Get Headspace today at 50% off, at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/Headspace** Exam Study Expert may earn a referral fee from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you

Exam Study Expert's very own Dr Alix Hibble was at one of the world's major education research conferences last week. In today's episode, she shares her top 5 trends in education research in 2023, and takeaways for students. Tune in to learn more about:The danger of a bad label or identity at school or in your studies and what to do about itNurturing engagement in your studies and growth mindsetGetting the most out of virtual learningGetting the most out of AI tools like ChatGPT (without "cheating"!)And what the research says about different forms of in-class / in-lecture participation, and tips to increase yoursMentioned in today's episode: our own data on student study habits which we've shared some of at https://examstudyexpert.com/Student-Revision-Data.*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Discover the power of personal development for your scholarship (and for life) with the one and only Alan Donegan.The power to level up is in your hands!Resources mentioned in this episode:- Notes From A Friend (book): https://geni.us/notesfromafriend*- 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (book): https://geni.us/coveyhabits*- Rebel Business School (courses): https://therebelschool.com/- Rebel Finance School (course): https://www.alandonegan.com/rebelfinance.html- Extraordinary Life Course (course): https://www.alandonegan.com/extraordinary.htmlBrowse all Exam Study Expert courses and resources at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/EverythingThe Study Smarter Network:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/study-smarter-network/*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

We're talking language learning for skills, profit and above all FUN with Kerstin Cable of fluentlanguage.co.uk. Discover:Kerstin's top reasons to learn languages (it certainly got ME inspired to dive back into my French learning!)How to bridge the "motivation valley" after the honeymoon periodFinding what works best for YOU as a language learnerAnd much more!In many ways, this episode represents a case study on applying many recent themes from the podcast in practice - listen out for process vs outcome goals, theory on drive and motivation, and even "metacognition", or building awareness of what's working for you in your learning.Check out Kerstin's full range of courses and resources at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/fluent*(Exam Study Expert may earn a small referral fee on qualifying purchases with Kerstin at no extra cost to you via this link)*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams

Today, the 5 things I recommend doing the day before an exam to set you up for success!Psst. want to see a video version of this episode? It's a special benefit for Exam Study Expert newsletter subscribers. Join the newsletter today to get instant access to the video version, at https://examstudyexpert.com/video-version-access/ (it's free!).Want to dive further into exam technique?Save your seat on my exam technique workshop, Outsmart Your Exams LIVE at https://examstudyexpert.com/ExamSuccessOR learn more about the Study Smarter Network, which includes free access to all of my live workshops and premium courses (including Outsmart Your Exams LIVE) at https://examstudyexpert.com/Network

In this episode, we talk with Stuart Bird, Head of Outreach, about the next live online episode of Pop Talks. With exam season approaching like a bullet train, POP! Talks is back with Revision SLAM!  Whether you, your children or your students are priming up for revision time, whether GCSEs, A Levels, degrees or beyond, this online talk features an expert line up of insightful, stellar speakers with proven, practical, professional tips to re-think our way to success. Don't work harder, work SMARTER. Livestreamed on YouTube on Wed 26 April 7.00pm. SAVE THE DATE! Book your ticket ⁠here⁠.   Guest speakers include: Peps McCrea - Guru of retrieval practice and hot-off-the-heels of headlining at Embley, Peps the legend is here for you. Award-winning teacher educator, designer and author. He is Dean of Learning Design at Ambition Institute, Director at Steplab, and author of the ultra-concise High Impact Teaching series. Lauren Steadman - Born without her lower right arm, three-time World Champion and seven-time European Champion, Lauren has made history proudly representing Team GB in paratriathlon - the culmination of a 16-year dream. She has also competed in SAS: Who Dares Wins and Strictly Come Dancing. Here Lauren will focus on the unbeatable power of determination. William Wadsworth - The Exam Study Expert. Recently featured in The Times, author of ‘Outsmart My Exams', and the largest worldwide exam-based podcast, The Exam Study Expert gives clear, practical strategies to improve your revision and exam technique. Find out more examstudyexpert.com Lola Anderson - Surbiton Old Girl, Lola is now a full time Team GB Rowing athlete: Women's Single Sculls champion at Henley Royal Regatta; Senior European Champion. At 24, she is already third best in the world. She knows how to succeed;  she has a plan for success that works. Lola will detail goal-setting, and preparing the mind to visualise and execute success. An open Q&A will follow the presentations. Questions are welcomed in advance at communityclassroom@surbitonhigh.com For students of all ages and abilities, Revision SLAM is a must. Livestreamed on YouTube on Wed 26 April 7.00pm. SAVE THE DATE! Book your ticket here.   Find previous episodes here.

The secret to levelling up faster at ANY aspect of your studies or exam prep - or in life generally! Part 5 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series that's been broadcasting all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkThe Study Smarter Network is my new signature extravaganza VIP programme lovingly designed to provide the ultimate support for students or professionals studying for challenging exams.It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings on exactly how to learn faster, remember more, beat procrastination and maximise your mark on exam day, backed up by personalised advice and guidance from me via regular Office Hours and Q&A.Become a Founding Member of the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkJoin the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

Tricks to score higher in longer written answers and exam essays. Part 4 of the "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkThe Study Smarter Network is my new signature extravaganza VIP programme lovingly designed to provide the ultimate support for students or professionals studying for challenging exams.It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings on exactly how to learn faster, remember more, beat procrastination and maximise your mark on exam day, backed up by personalised advice and guidance from me via regular Office Hours and Q&A.Become a Founding Member of the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkJoin the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkJoin the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

How to learn the Math / Maths more effectively, for top scores on the quantitative element of your tests and exams. Part 3 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkThe Study Smarter Network is my new signature extravaganza VIP programme lovingly designed to provide the ultimate support for students or professionals studying for challenging exams.It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings on exactly how to learn faster, remember more, beat procrastination and maximise your mark on exam day, backed up by personalised advice and guidance from me via regular Office Hours and Q&A.Become a Founding Member of the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkJoin the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

How to upgrade your spacing / spaced repetition system - one of my all-time favourite "secret" formulas for exam success, especially when you have tonnes to memorise. Part 2 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkThe Study Smarter Network is my new signature extravaganza VIP programme lovingly designed to provide the ultimate support for students or professionals studying for challenging exams.A winning blend of next-level video teaching on exactly how to learn faster, remember more, beat procrastination and maximise your mark on exam day, backed up by personalised advice and guidance from me via regular Office Hours and Q&A.Become a Founding Member of the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-NetworkJoin the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

This bonus episode unpacks all the different ways Exam Study Expert is available to provide you with support in studying for your exams, including a very special announcement!Join the Study Smarter Network as a Founder Member today at https://examstudyexpert.com/NetworkResources mentioned in this episode:Blog / podcast episodes grouped by topic:Outsmart Your Exams: https://geni.us/exams*Outsmart Your Studies: https://geni.us/studies*And for 1:1 Coaching: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/For school / university workshops: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/revision-workshops/*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.** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Benoît André.Join the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

Join us for a very special celebration to mark the 100th episode of the Exam Study Expert podcast, including:A countdown of my top 10 picks on the podcast to dateAn interview with a very special mystery guest - runaway #1 listener favourite from the first 100 episodesTop tips from the whole Exam Study Expert teamResources mentioned in today's episode:https://idpartnership.org/Imposter syndrome article https://examstudyexpert.com/imposter-syndrome/*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Join the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

New year = new you? Check out our four fast "neuro-hacks" to boost your brain health this year, and beyond!Exam Study Expert's recommended meditation app: https://examstudyexpert.com/headspace** * * *Hosted by William Wadsworth and Dr Alix Hibble, memory psychologists and study skills coaches. We 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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, our award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams* I may get compensated if you use Headspace, but this has no bearing on my decision to recommend it to you. In fact, I had been personally using and enthusiastically recommending Headspace for 3-4 years before we started our commercial partnership.Podcast Edited by Alan Yahya

How do friends and colleagues impact your study habits? Who lifts you up... and who drags you down?Whether you prefer to swim solo or are a long-time fan of your study group, everyone wants slightly different things from their peers. We get real on the potential frictions and how to manage them, as well as making the most of using your support network as you prepare for exams.Featuring Dr Alix Hibble, Exam Study Expert's new study strategy coach and expert on all kinds of useful stuff, in conversation with your regular host, William Wadsworth.Sign up for an Exam Study Expert Power Hour at https://examstudyexpert.com/PowerHour*Podcast Edited by Alan Yahya.

This week's BWB Extra continues our conversation with William Wadsworth Founder of Exam Study Expert where we dive deeper into discussing the science of learning and talk about the different types of learning techniques, which ones William prefers to teach and discuss the differences in people's learning capabilities and how to best approach them. We also hear about William's client experiences and his plans to grow and scale the business.Check out William's recommendations:"The Rebel Entrepreneur Podcast" by Alan Donegan"The Four Hour Work Week" by Tim Ferriss"Building A Story Brand" by Donald MillerBWB is powered by Oury Clark.

Meet William Wadsworth, a first-class Cambridge University graduated memory psychologist and founder of Exam Study Expert who helps students study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.Following top 0.01% exam results himself at school, William is now obsessed with helping others get the grades of their dreams as a study strategy coach for private clients, and as an in-demand workshop leader for schools and universities. His expertise has been widely featured, from a regular column in The Times to numerous high-profile education industry conferences.William also hosts the award-nominated Exam Study Expert podcast and blog www.examstudyexpert.com which help over a million readers and listeners get the grades of their dreams every single year.Take a dip into finding out what drove William to become an entrepreneur in the world of education and academic performance.BWB is powered by Oury Clark.

In this first episode of our fifth season, we explore the field of learning. Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel is a cognitive psychologist who specialises in how we learn best. She is part of an inspiring initiative called the Learning Scientists. She shares some of her valuable insights with us.Questions we explore:Is there a trick or a secret to communicating "science"?What motivated Carolina to take up a specialisation in learning?How do we find a balance between what and how we teach and how people learn?Briefly, what are the six learning strategies? The strategies include retrieval practice, spaced practice, elaboration, interleaving, concrete examples and dual coding.Do we remember visuals better than words?Are then any pitfalls to using the six learning strategies?How important is routine in learning?What is the importance of testing the learning strategies?How should we go about finding evidence-based content on the subject of learning?Books mentioned: Powerful Teaching by Pooja Agarwal and Patrice Bain, Uncommon Sense Teaching by Barbara Oakley, Beth Rogowsky and Terrence Sejnowski, How Learning Happens by Carl Hendrick and Paul Kirschner, Small Teaching by James Lang, any book by Kate JonesBlogs mentioned: The Learning Scientists (of course) and The Effortful Educator by Blake HarvardPodcasts: Besides The Learning Scientists also Exam Study Expert by William Wadsworth or The HippoCampus Podcast by Lisa QuinnHow do the Learning Scientists decide on which topics to cover?A quick question on intersectionality...Are there different learning strategies for content and skills?Is scaffolding retrieval practice good practice?How does a learning expert design a lesson?Is the school model compatible with the research findings on how we learn best?Find Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel on Twitter @pimpmymemory and the Learning Scientists @AceThatTest. Visit www.learningscientists.org and listen to their podcast at The Learning Scientists Podcast.Please send your comments and suggestions to @WilliamHPalk or @C_duPlessis.Thanks for listening!Support the show

What's going on with the podcast in 2022? A quick update from Exam Study Expert aimed in particular at regular listeners.Spoiler alert: fresh episodes recorded and hitting your podcast player from tomorrow!Get your all-new "6 Pillars Of Student Success" download at https://examstudyexpert.com/pillars

Have you ever wondered what your business will look like a month from now? What about a year from now? Well you're in luck! In this episode, Alan sits down with William Wadsworth from Exam Study Expert while he is in two different stages of building his business! The first half of the show takes place in October 2020 when William's business is in its infancy, and the second part of the show takes place over a year later! Please listen to your captain, relax in your seat, and enjoy a year's worth of progress in just 67 minutes! Stick around for part two next Monday!

Have you ever wondered what your business will look like a month from now? What about a year from now? Well you’re in luck! In this episode, Alan sits down with William Wadsworth from Exam Study Expert while he is in two different stages of building his business! The first half of the show takes place in October 2020 when William’s business is in its infancy, and the second part of the show takes place over a year later! Please listen to your captain, relax in your seat, and enjoy a year’s worth of progress in just 67 minutes! Stick around for part two next Monday!

Summarising and synthesising the How To Study Effectively course right here on the Exam Study Expert podcast. It all works together as a complete system - listen today to discover how!The 8th and final part of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles).*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com PRE-ORDER "Outsmart Your Studies" today at https://examstudyexpert.com/StudyBook

Discover how aspiring barrister Charlie passed his notoriously challenging law exams using techniques from the Exam Study Expert podcast.A story of success by studying smarter, not harder; how to achieve at the highest level in academic exams WITHOUT working all night!*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Benoît André. PRE-ORDER "Outsmart Your Studies" today at https://examstudyexpert.com/StudyBook

The Exam Study Expert student stories series: showing you how real students achieve real success in real exams using the strategies we teach on the podcast.Today, meet finance professional Divine from the Bahamas, who used the flashcards study strategy to devastating effect to achieve a spectacular 95% in her accounting exams, putting her in the top 1% / 2% of candidates. All the more impressive given she was fitting her studies around a busy day job and looking after a family - tune in to find out how she did it!*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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Benoît André. 

New to the podcast? Start here! An overview of all the most important things I'd want you to know about studying effectively for exams:Prioritisation: "Know Where You're Going"Mindset: "Know You Can Get There"Routine / Time Management: "Make Time For The Journey"Focus / Concentration: "Eyes On The Road When Driving"Learn Faster: With The Power Of Retrieval PracticeRemember For Longer: With Spaced Learning (Reptition)This episode is the first part in a very special 8-part audio course on "How To Study Effectively" (look out for the "H2SE" abbreviation in show titles for the rest of the series). It will be being broadcast every 2 weeks right here on the Exam Study Expert podcast.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

Best of the September 2020 - June 2021 season: six of the most interesting, inspirational and downright useful moments from our guest interviews this year, to help you study smarter and ace your exams!Featuring highlights from conversations with:1. Dr Erika Patall - Study MotivationWhat works and what doesn't when it comes to getting motivated to study?Full episode: #43, https://examstudyexpert.com/erika for resources and audio2. Prof. Tim Wilson - Power of MindsetWhy does mindset matter and how can you improve yours?Full episode: #42, https://examstudyexpert.com/redirect for resources and audioOr check out Prof. Wilson's book "Redirect: Changing The Stories We Live By": https://geni.us/changeyourstory*3. Prof. James Lang - Focus & DistractionsWhy is focus hard and what can you do about it?Full episode: #58, https://examstudyexpert.com/james for resources and audioRead more with James' book: “Distracted: Why Students Can't Focus And What You Can Do About It”, available at https://geni.us/distractedbook*4. Brian Tracy - Time Management for StudentsHow to get things done?Full episode: #39, https://examstudyexpert.com/frog for resources and audioEat That Frog For Students (Brian Tracy with Anna Leinberger) is available at  https://geni.us/frog5. Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel -Spaced LearningHow can the science of learning help you remember more and forget slower?Full episode: #47, https://examstudyexpert.com/carolina for resources and audioMentioned in my comments: for more on "memory journaling", see https://examstudyexpert.com/back-to-school-study-tips/6. Dr Veronica Yan - Interleaving For Success in Maths & MoreWhat is interleaving and why is it such a powerful way to practice problems?Full episode: #49, see https://examstudyexpert.com/veronica for resources and audio* * *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.1:1 Coaching to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/Download my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetipsExam Study Expert Blog: https://examstudyexpert.com/blog/Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams** * ** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases

Are you working too hard?We're all about helping you study SMARTER, and not HARDER on the Exam Study Expert podcast.But what if the key to studying SMARTER wasn't just about your study technique, but also about working LESS HARD, so you can have more energy and can study with more intensity and focus?When it comes to study hours, "more hours" beyond a certain point does not necessarily mean you achieve more.Today, I'm getting real with you about the counterintuitive reality that by easing off on an intense work schedule, you might actually be able to get MORE done.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to study smarter, not harder, and supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching

To celebrate the 50th episode, here are 50 of my all-time FAVOURITE study tips!It's a whistlestop tour... hold on tight!Been enjoying the first 50 episodes?Join the Study Smarter Club at https://examstudyexpert.com/yes to:A PDF of all 50 of today's tips and other member-only gifts and surprises.Unlock exclusive video training course, breaking down the secrets to supercharging your studies and acing your exams, to get you the biggest results faster than ever.Get Zoom access to me, William Wadsworth, for live fortnightly Q&A / office hours to make sure you're on the best possible track for success. Help us serve students around the world: all membership fees via the Study Smarter Club will be put back into creating free-to-use shows for the podcast and resources for the blog, and make them accessible to as many students as possible, including those with specific sensory needs.Don't need the Study Smarter Club benefits, but still want to give something back and support the Exam Study Expert mission? Help us to help students fulfil their potential by showing them how to study smarter (not harder!) with the power of productivity, the magic of mindset and the science of memory and learning.Check out all the ways to support us at: https://www.patreon.com/examstudyexpert 

We're doing things a little differently in this week's episode. We are absolutely still covering confidence, but from an angle that might not spring to mind straight away.This week, I discuss with our special guest William Wadsworth, how stress, pressure and overwhelm affect the girl's confidence. William is a memory psychologist, an independent researcher, and a study skills coach. He helps ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace exams with less work, less stress and especially in the case of Girl Shaped Flames, more confidence!In today's discussion, we go through a number of really fascinating topics:Growth mindset: which is this having confidence in your ability to improve at something that you find hard at firstWe also dive into motivation and the impact on girl's in-class participationThen we talk about memory, which is one of William's most favourite topics - which is helping people switch to smarter ways of learning and more effective memory strategies, thus helping build their confidence. We also touch a little bit on test anxiety, which is definitely linked to under-confidence, as William will speak to in his experience.In this episode, William shares a free Exam Success Cheat Sheet for RGSF listeners.Grab your Free Resource Download here: https://examstudyexpert.com/flames/ About William WadsworthWilliam Wadsworth is an expert in the science of studying effectively, equal parts independent researcher and evangelist for effective learning and memorisation techniques.He is an experienced speaker, having been featured at conferences hosted by leading organisers such as ResearchED and the British Education Research Association (BERA), as well as delivering talks on learning at Cambridge University, FTSE 100 organisations, and leading schools across the UK.He holds a First Class Hons. degree in Psychology from Cambridge University, and his research includes the largest-ever field study on student approaches to learning, surveying some 30,000 students on their learning habits, in collaboration with the world-renowned Washington Memory Lab.William is the best-selling author of Outsmart Your Exams, and through the Exam Study Expert blog and podcast, William's advice on how to study effectively is followed by half a million students in 150+ countries every year.

Welcome to "Science Of Learning" season on the Exam Study Expert podcast!Over the next few weeks, we'll be maximising YOUR memory - breaking down the exact strategies you need to learn faster and remember more, with help from some of the world's leading memory psychologists.We're kicking things off with a golden extract from the archives: Dr Yana Weinstein-Jones, a cognitive psychologist and science communicator, explaining the SIX main learning strategies that science tells us will get you bigger results in less time.*Get Yana's awesome book at https://geni.us/understandinglearningDownload Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at https://examstudyexpert.com/books-and-guides/free-study-guides/*ABOUT YOUR HOST: William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study Expert“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://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books. You pay nothing extra. I make these recommendations based on extensive personal experience and because I think they are genuinely helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I receive.

Join legendary chemist Dr Peter Wothers MBE to discover the magical, explosive world of chemistry!Why study chemistryApplying for chemistry at university levelThe gap between (high) school level science and university levelHow to succeed when studying chemistry* * * * * * *Special offer for Exam Study Expert podcast listeners: for expert preparation + mock interviews to maximise your chances of getting an offer to study science at British Universities (including tailored options for Oxbridge prep), contact UniAdmissions.co.uk.Mention to the team that you're an Exam Study Expert podcast listener, and receive an additional free mock interview in your preparation programme, absolutely free!* * * * * * *Dr Wothers is Teaching Fellow in the Department of Chemistry, and is something of a campus legend thanks to his passion for the subject and incredible flair while lecturing. He's been featured on TV, including the Discovery Channel's The Big Experiment and the BBC's Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, which are available on-demand here: https://www.rigb.org/christmas-lectures/watch/2012/the-modern-alchemist (aimed at a young audience, but worth clicking to enjoy the first 40 seconds alone in my opinion - fantastic!!)He has also authored a number of books, including:Why Chemical Reactions Happen - a great read for (high) school students considering studying chemistry, brilliant interview prep. Available at: https://geni.us/reactionsAntimony, Gold and Jupiter's Wolf, a fascinating read for a general audience, all about how the elements got their names. Available at https://geni.us/antimony Organic Chemistry - (first edition) - THE go-to undergrad textbook for organic chemistry (Dr W did the 1st edition - the 2nd edition which he was less involved in available at https://geni.us/organicchemistry *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books at no extra cost to you. I only recommend awesome stuff.

So, you want to be a doctor?Dr Rohan Agarwal from uniadmissions.co.uk talks us through what it takes to land an offer to study medicine in the UK.If you're interested in applying for med school, the team at uniadmissions.co.uk have an impressive track record in supporting candidates in landing their offers - and if you mention you're an Exam Study Expert podcast listener when you apply, they'll even offer you an extra free mock interview. Visit uniadmissions.co.uk to book a consultation and get the ball rolling.* * * *Recommended reading:The Ultimate Medical School Application Guide: available at https://geni.us/medschoolapplicationThe Ultimate Medical School Interview Guide: available at https://geni.us/medschoolinterviewOther links and resources:For details of online work experience: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/training-exams/discover-general-practice/observe-gp.aspxFor sample medical school interview questions: https://www.uniadmissions.co.uk/medical-school-interview-questions/* * * *Hosted by William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study ExpertDownload my free exam success cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

With lives around the world touched by the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Exam Study Expert is taking an episode out from our normal business of helping you ace your exams to talk to scientists about exactly what's been going on, and unpack all the bits the media hasn't properly explained.Discover what exponential growth and the "R" value really mean, and why they're surprisingly hard to get your head round.Hear first-hand from scientists on the front line about the models they're building, and how the break-neck search for a vaccine is progressing.And answers to the big question: what's next?I've been joined today by:Dylan H Morris, Princeton-based virus evolution and ecology specialist:- http://dylanhmorris.com/Twitter: @dylanhmorrisFreddie Tapner, master "maths explainer" and ex-Cambridge engineer, now turned musical theatre director: https://www.lmto.org/*Check out my mini-course, the "Six Secrets of Success" - I've made it completely free, this summer to help ambitious young people kick-start their life's success story. Find out more and enrol today: https://examstudyexpert.com/secrets

William Wadsworth ditched a $100k job in January 2019 to found Exam Study Expert, a business built on his long-standing passion for coaching students in effective study habits and memorisation strategies, helping them to hit top grades in exams at high school and university. He's now the author of the best-selling exam technique book "Outsmart Your Exams", and runs the popular Exam Study Expert podcast and blog, which together reach a worldwide audience of hundreds of thousands of students each year. Here are the key links from the episode: Exam Study Expert (https://www.ExamStudyExpert.com) The Exam Study Expert Podcast (https://examstudyexpert.com/podcast/) Help A Reporter Out (HARO) (http://helpareporter.com)

Welcome to a very special series of episodes on Exam Study Expert, where we're unpacking the lives of individuals who have achieved success in a certain field, figuring out what motivated them when they were at school and university, finding out what they chose to study and why, and learning their top tips for success in their own field, or in life generally.Today: the most inspiring story I've had the privilege of telling here on the podcast, the tale of a boy from a Fijian village with no electricity or running water, who grew up to be a highly respected business leader managing several hundred thousand employees and advising government on economic development.His story beautifully illustrates the power of education to unlock opportunity for anyone, no matter what your background. If you are looking for a role model who achieved great things in life despite total absence of privilege, and remained kind, humble and generous throughout, look no further than Josaia Mar.

Learn more about Outsmart Your Exams, the first book from Exam Study Expert, at https://www.examstudyexpert.com/outsmartyourexams.In this episode, discover the three golden principles for great exam technique, and along the way, pick up a host of "trade secret" test-taking strategies which you can use right away for higher marks in your exams.Principle 1, The Principle of the Aggregation of Marginal Gains: learn how doing the little things unusually well can add up to a big advantage on test day.Principle 2, The Elimination of Surprise: because forewarned is forearmed. Principle 3, Going The Extra Mile: discover the areas you can go further and faster than most of your classmates.This episode draws on nearly a decade of research into the art and science of getting the best possible mark on exam day, which underpins our new book, Outsmart Your Exams, which is available from Amazon.com (https://amzn.to/2HIaNfn) and Amazon.co.uk (https://amzn.to/2YSJyEE).*As an Amazon affiliate, we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases of books and other products we link to. This may generate a small amount of income for us, but has no impact on what products we and our guests choose to recommend to you.

10 "study hacks" to get you better exam results, faster, including:- Engineering your environment for success- How re-planning your schedule to REDUCE your work hours can help you achieve MORE each day- How to do high-intensity "memory workouts" to make exam day feel easy- How to manage your diary and why it pays to help your friendsLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:- The Exam Study Expert blog, www.examstudyexpert.com- Episode 7 of the Exam Study Expert podcast, with Yana Weinstein-Jones- Episode 4 of the Exam Study Expert podcast, with Joachim Cassel- The D'Nealian pen grip

Yana is a respected researcher in the field of how to learn effectively, and brilliant teacher on how to apply the science to the question of how to study.In this stand-out episode, we cover the science of how to study with six learning strategies you should have in your toolkit, including practice testing, spaced repetition and distributed practice, explaining how to apply each technique in practice.We also discuss self-care: looking after yourself to maintain your physical and emotional health, to make sure you’re keeping life and studies in balance.*Links and resources mentioned in this episode:If you’d like to read more about the strategies discussed in today’s episode, her book “Understanding How We Learn: A Visual Guide” comes with our highest recommendation: For listeners in America: https://www.yanaweinsteinjones.com/yanaboutique/understanding-how-we-learnFor listeners in the UK and elsewhere: https://amzn.to/2ZjpGvd*You can find Yana:On her website at www.yanaweinsteinjones.comOn Twitter @doctorwhy for academic work and learning science researchOn Facebook at YWJ: Self-care for self-care tips and in The Yana Boutique for everything self-care related, from books to scarves to bath bombs to mental health magnets.*More hints, tips and free downloadable resources available on the Exam Study Expert blog, at www.examstudyexpert.com.*As an Amazon affiliate, we may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases of books and other products we link to. This provides the podcast with a small amount of income to off-set our production costs, but has no impact on what products we and our guests choose to recommend to you.*

"It's not about studying more, it's about studying smart". The common theme this week is how to be a good student - maybe even a truly outstanding student - through creativity, critical thinking, how to study smart, and how to improve memory. Join me and my guest Dr Marie Buda, who shares her considerable expertise on:- CREATIVITY: as an innovation consultant by day, Marie has some fascinating thoughts on how to be more creative as a student, in drawing together ideas and making new ones.- CRITICAL THINKING: in her spare time, Marie coaches students on critical thinking: the art of thinking deeply, logically and critically about information we're presented with, and how and when to impress your teacher, examiner or admissions tutor by challenging accepted wisdom with critical thinking.- GOOD STUDY HABITS: keeping on top of your life and your studies, time management for students, and staying in control- WAYS TO IMPROVE MEMORY: Marie's PhD was on memory, and we geek out on some fascinating memory science, including why she turned up to her exams in her pyjamas!Links mentioned in this episode:Marie's personal website: www.mariebuda.comMarie's site for students interested in studying psychology at college / university, especially in the UK: www.psychologyadmissions.co.ukMore hints, tips and detailed resources available on the Exam Study Expert blog, at www.examstudyexpert.com.

Will Wadsworth is the founder of Exam Study Expert, an education blog and – soon – podcast which shares study tips and learning techniques for students to help them get better grades. He has a degree in psychology from Cambridge University, and has recently took the plunge of leaving a $100k / year career in corporate strategy to grow an education business pretty much from scratch. His story and the path he has recently taken is nothing short of incredible and there are so many good nuggets of knowledge in this interview! - Recognizing the Gap for a business to form - Being pulled towards something is more powerful than being pushed towards it - Seeing the invisible is a difficult thing, but can lead to insane profits and lifestyles and..... It's never too late to leap towards your dreams and go all-in! You can check out Will's services and website here: https://examstudyexpert.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/runyourday/message