Today, we're diving into the surprisingly powerful choice of where to study - a decision that can boost your motivation, focus, productivity and maybe even your memory recall!Where do YOU do your best work?Mentioned today:Episode 87: Five Fun Memory Effects & How They Can Help Your StudyingEpisode 140: Gifted & Neurodivergent Scholars Unleashed - Dr Matthew Zakreski *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/coachingGet 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.

Unlock the potential of your unique brain with Dr. Matthew Zakreski, a clinical psychologist specializing in neurodiversity and mental health. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of neurodivergent brains, exploring conditions like ADHD, autism, OCD, dyslexia, and giftedness. Dr. Matt's insights illuminate the strengths and challenges associated with each, empowering you to embrace your individuality and thrive academically and beyond.Whether you're neurodivergent, suspect you might be, or simply want to understand and support those who are, this episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and brain science. Learn how to advocate for yourself or your child, discover accommodations that can transform your learning experience, and join the conversation that's reshaping our approach to education and personal development.Tune in and start your journey toward a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and its profound impact on our lives.Neurodiversity Collective: https://www.theneurodiversitycollective.com/Dr. Matt's personal website: https://www.drmattzakreski.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 on suggested books.

This 5-minute daily planning / journalling habit has had a big impact on what I've achieved in the past few weeks - I think it could help you too!Focus on what mattersGet motivated to make rapid progressApproach the day with a clearer, calmer mindHabits to nurture a positive mindsetTune it to today's bitesize episode to find out how.*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.

Strap in for a transformative journey with Derek Johnson, US Army veteran and personal development maestro.In this episode, Derek unveils his secrets to building resilience, overcoming adversity, and the art of turning life's tests into a triumphant comeback story. For more on Derek's life-changing philosophies and to witness real transformation stories, visit his website at:http://fitwithderick.com/ For a dose of daily motivation, follow him on social media @fitwithderick* * *Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher, and study skills coach.Interested in personal coaching to amplify your study success? Find out more at: https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingSchools looking to boost student performance can book a workshop at: https://examstudyexpert.com/workshops

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

Our "Motivation To Study" series continues this week with an inspiring, fascinating and highly practical conversation with Peps McCrea, who has synthesised the motivation research into 5 drivers.Where does motivation come from?And crucially, what can we do to build and nurture it?Discover Peps' work via:- Peps' website: https://pepsmccrea.com/- "Evidence Snacks" email at: https://snacks.pepsmccrea.com/- Motivated Teaching [book] at: https://geni.us/motivated-teaching*Highlights from today's episode:1. Secure Success- Why good study strategy boosts motivation- The "break it down" trick- Understanding what success even IS (e.g. sometimes, mistakes, or being stuck are all just part of the process!)2. Run Routines- Have a good routine (esp tied to an initial cue)- Leave your stuff out the night before3. Nudge Norms- Surrounding yourself with others who are studying, so you are "nudged" to study too in order to fit in, whether that is through physical location (library, study centre, etc)...- ... or through virtual options, "Study With Me"s on YouTube, or a support / accountability group on WhatsApp4. Build Belonging- Find people you can identify with / similar ideals: maybe look for community and role models outside your real-life circle if necessary5. Boost Buy-In- The importance of WHY we're choosing to do it- Intention setting: what will you do, how, when- The public calendar chain strategy*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach / trainer. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.WANT ME TO SPEAK AT YOUR SCHOOL? Learn more at: https://examstudyexpert.com/revision-workshopsGet a copy of my ultra-concise "6 Pillars Of Exam Success" Cheat Sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/pillars/** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

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

Make your phone work for you with these super-quick steps you can do right now!- REJOICE as you decrease those pesky phone-based distractions- RELISH a lasting little boost to your daily productivity- FEEL GOOD as you nurture positive life habits- REVATALISE your device function, as you free up storage and decrease battery drain- And generally get a whole fresher, lighter and cleaner feel towards the device you look at dozens (if not hundreds!) of times a day.Prefer a video version of this training, with screen walkthroughs? It's on the Exam Study Expert YouTube channel, at:>> https://youtu.be/tRAofodn1rY?si=pQPmeVC2jsFV-Vxt*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.

Today, we're looking back on the year we've all had, taking a moment to celebrate the progress we've made, and what we've achieved, as well as looking forward to next year.What's your "word of the year"? A powerful concept to guide and shape your intentions over the year to come, and help you have the year you'd like.*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.

Got a bit of time off school / university / work for the holiday season?Might be a great chance to catch up (/ get ahead..!) on your studies.But it's not always easy to balance rest time, family time, productive time, or to manage expectations around the holiday season (your own expectations, and those of anyone you live with).In this episode, we break down some top tips for navigating the holiday season, and emerge feeling rested AND productive!*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're looking at how students can use generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google's Bard to support their learning and revision.From speeding through your note-making to innovative ways to recruit an AI tool as a free interactive tutor or quizzing partner, there are a wealth of ways students today can put the latest tech to work for them to help them study smarter, not harder.Enjoy!*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 Total Memory Mastery less than half price as part of a very special bundle: learn more and grab YOUR goody bag at check out details and claim YOUR goody bag at https://examstudyexpert.com/bundle. 

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

Unleash the power of real clarity on what matters (and what doesn't), and what you need to do to get you closer to your destination in your studies, with your version of the powerful "boat go faster" question.Plus, finding flow state more often, for enhanced productivity, creativity, and above all, enjoyment of your studies!Join The Scholar's Way and find peace, purpose and flow in your studies today, at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/TSW*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.

How to organise your time and stay productive - even when you're balancing a full time job and full time degree!In this instalment of the ever-popular student stories series, we also touch on:The importance of keeping an open mindLevelling up by learning how to learnThe power of helping others and knowing when to ask for helpSpecific learning tips for quantitative / numerical / problem-based subjects*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.

It all starts with your mindset: that's the foundation on which it all rests.And I mean both your final result, and your enjoyment (or otherwise) of the path to success.Today, I'm looking back on my own mindset journey as a scholar, and breaking down the top lessons learned from 3 separate challenges I faced at 3 separate times along my journey as a scholar through my time and school and university.If you're inspired today to level up your own mindset toolbox:Visit https://examstudyexpert.com/Coaching to schedule a consultation for 1-on-1 support with meOr check out https://examstudyexpert.com/TSW for The Scholar's Way, my signature self-study student mindset programmeOutsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, is available at https://geni.us/exams*** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Earlier this year, Ruth Poundwhite (Ep. 97) talked about the "discomfort in resting" that so many high-achievers share.I had a number of messages saying this really struck a chord, I want to pick up on that thread today, with help of special guest Camilla Walker.We'll be exploring why getting real rest can be so challenging, why it's so necessary, and introducing you to a practice that's specially designed to help, called "deep rest".Links and resources from this episode:>> To experience a mini deep rest "taster" session, visit: https://examstudyexpert.com/rest>> Come as my guest to a full-length private deep rest session, especially for scholars, an exclusive bonus for students of The Scholars Way. Enrol now at: https://examstudyexpert.com/scholars-way/Find Camilla Walker online at https://www.deeplybeing.com/, and @CamillaWalker_being*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 Exam Study Expert's very own Drs Alix Hibble and Kerri Edinburgh for a candid look at the ups and downs of the PhD experience.You'll learn top tips with the benefit of hindsight on mindset, time management, goal-setting and more.Plus, why research is awesome!As mentioned in this episode:The Scholar's Way: our signature mindset programme for students and scholars of all kinds: https://examstudyexpert.com/tswKerri's article on imposter syndrome: 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.Want to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams?  We're here to help! Find out more at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingOr to explore our full range of self-study programmes, resources, books, and speaking / workshop services for schools, check out our full catalogue at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/everything

Today, we're diving into our "most often asked questions" list, and tackling the perennial question of how many hours should you be studying for each day.The answer is "it depends" (oh, come on, you knew I'd say that!), but in this episode, I don't duck the question, join me as I break down:The 5 key things that it depends ON, so you can make the right call in your circumstancesThe main guiding principle for deciding a sensible study-hours goalAnd my perspective on different specific hours targets, and the circumstances under which I'd consider each a sensible target (yes, there are some actual specific NUMBERS here!)References:- Nonis & Hudson, 2006- Krohn & O'Connor, 2010- Revision Census 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.Want to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams?  We're here to help! Find out more at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingOr to explore our full range of self-study programmes, resources, books, and speaking / workshop services for schools, check out our full catalogue at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/everything

Today, I'm diving into four tricks your mind might play on you which cause you to lose time or feel frustrated in your studies, and what you can do about them.There's some of my favourite psychology in here, classic judgement & decision making theory as applied to the world of studying and scholarship - let's dive in!Featured today: The Scholars Way, our new signature 3-day mindset course for students and scholars. Learn more and get access at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/TSW* * * *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. Want to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams?  We're here to help! Find out more at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/coachingOr to explore our full range of self-study programmes, resources, books, and speaking / workshop services for schools, check out our full catalogue at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/everything

Today, we're talking to Sowmya, a law student who's facing 12 exams ... in just four weeks time! Join us as we discuss:The impact of anxietyAvoiding procrastinationHow to find the drive to study by focusing on your goalsEffective methods for managing your time in the final lead-up to examsAnd the best revision methods for covering a LOT of material in a short space of timeWant to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams?  We're here to help! Or if you've got more time to until your exams to REALLY consider your revision strategy, why not check out our signature course: Exam Success Secrets ... or grab  a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book:You can find out more about ALL of our services and resources on our Everything Page, which contains, well - everything we do!It's right here: https://examstudyexpert.com/everything ****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. 

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.

Over the years, my take on effective learning strategies has got clearer and simpler: I think there are only THREE effective approaches to learning.Everything else is just variations on one of those 3 themes.I reveal all in today's episode!For more on the science of memory and effective learning strategy, check out our signature course Total Memory Mastery at:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/MemoryOR get access to Total Memory Mastery as part of a Study Smarter Network membership:>> https://examstudyexpert.com/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/coaching

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

The world is a better place when we all make that little extra effort to be kind to each other.Here are some of my top tips for being kind to your fellow scholars when it comes to studying for and taking exams.Let's spread a little kindness today: why not share this podcast with a friend!*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.

Top tips for studying and taking exams with autism, with the hugely knowledgeable, passionate and helpful specialist mentor and researcher, Brian Irvine.Books / tools / resources mentioned in this episode:Buy loops (specialist noise cancelling in-ear buds): https://geni.us/buyloops*Grab a copy of our exam technique book Outsmart Your Exams at https://geni.us/exams** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books and tools at no extra cost to you :-)* * * * * * *Hosted by Dr Alix Hibble, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. Alix helps ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.

Today, we're exploring study strategies for an ADHD brain with Eric Tivers from the ADHD reWired podcast, the #1 rated ADHD podcast on Apple Podcasts.Discover time management, focus, distraction, in-class and project planning strategies in this highly practical instalment.(Psst... most of this is GREAT advice even if you don't have ADHD!)For more, visit ADHDreWired.com.*Hosted by William Wadsworth & Dr Alix Hibble, memory psychologists, independent researchers 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/coachingGet a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, our award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams** * * * * ** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Today we welcome Jenn Clark and Dr Gavin Reid, two top dyslexia experts to help us better understand the dyslexic brain, and the study strategies that help students with dyslexia succeed at school, university and beyond!Select book recommendation by Gavin and Jenn:The Dyslexia Workbook for Adults: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforadults*Dyslexia Tools Workbook for Teens: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforteens*The Big Book for Dyslexia Activities for Kids & Teens: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforkids*Dyslexia: A Practitioner's Handbook: https://geni.us/dyslexiaforeducators**Hosted by William Wadsworth & Dr Alix Hibble, memory psychologists, independent researchers 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/* * * * * * **As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

A rebroadcast gem from the archives: discover the secrets of how mastering your mindset can set you up for success with renowned mindset scholar, Professor Timothy D. Wilson.Why does mindset matter?How to change the stories you tell yourself, and put yourself on the path to success?How to respond to disappointment and setbacks?Professor Wilson is the author of one of my all-time favourite books on mindset and motivation, "Redirect: Changing The Stories We Live By".  It's outstanding. I'd highly encourage you to get a copy here: https://geni.us/changeyourstory.For expert support with YOUR studies:Private exam success coaching for students and professionals taking exams: https://examstudyexpert.com/CoachingStudy Smarter Network self-study premium video classes, with office hours: https://examstudyexpert.com/NetworkExam prep / study skills workshops for students in schools and universities: https://examstudyexpert.com/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.

Discover how Adam overhauled his learning strategy and ended up placing first in his country (twice!) after applying principles from the How To Study Effectively series on the podcast.How To Study Effectively series: https://examstudyexpert.com/revise-smarter/Learn more about the new Total Memory Mastery course, as part of my signature Study Smarter Network programme: 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.

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

Today, we're confronting the toughest of exam questions, and building the mental fortitude and practical toolkit needed to engage even when you're completely foxed at first.It could be the difference between a good grade and a truly great one!Save your seat on my exam technique workshop, Outsmart Your Exams LIVE at https://examstudyexpert.com/ExamSuccessLearn more about the Study Smarter Network and enrol today at https://examstudyexpert.com/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.

Today, we're talking to Sibo, 3 weeks before she's due to take her specialist exams to become a psychiatrist.In this conversation, you'll learn:How to get maximum benefit from your final few weeks and days of study ahead of a big examHow to boost your confidence going into a challenging exam processSome considerations to increase your mark on test-day itselfWant to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams? We're here to help! Let's have a chat:For professionals taking advanced exams and adult learners, schedule your consultation call with William here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19737847&appointmentType=15155029Or for students at school or university, schedule your consultation call with Dr Alix here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19737847&appointmentType=41127011

When it comes to flashcards, you can go down one of two routes: either digital apps like Anki, Quizlet, Brainscape and more, or "old school" paper flashcards.Which will give you the best results?In this episode, we unpack the pros and cons of each approach, to help you find the best route for you!*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.

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-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-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-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-Network

How to upgrade your study routine / revision timetable - a powerful way to get more done and take control. Part 1 of my "5 Powerful Study Upgrades" series.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-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 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.

What's your WHY? What drives you to get to your books each day and get your studying done?I share some of the best answers to this question I've come across recently, to help get you inspired, and perhaps give you some ideas to find (or deepen) your own sense of purpose.Because with a big enough WHY, any HOW becomes possible!*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.

"Is it OK to listen to music while studying" is the #1 question Alix and I get asked when we're out running revision workshops in schools.It's a great question, because so many of us LOVE to have a bit of music in the background!But is music going to distract you?Or on the other hand, is there evidence for any benefits to listening to music?Join me as I take a look at what the evidence says, and offer up some top tips for how YOU should best think about using music while studying!For the blog article that accompanies this episode (including scientific references), see https://examstudyexpert.com/music-while-studying/*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.

Exploring introversion in school / university, your ambition, personalised goal setting for students, coping with overwhelm and burn out in the run-up to exams, deep mindset work and more!With special guest Ruth Poundwhite.Find Ruth at:RuthPoundwhite.com@RuthPoundwhite on InstagramBook: Quietly Ambitious, available at https://geni.us/quietlyambitious*Other resources mentioned:"Quiet" by Susan Cain, available at https://geni.us/powerofintroverts*"The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron available at https://geni.us/qgbkJq**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.

You are doing enough! An important message for those who need to hear it, because simply packing in more hours is not the path to success. Balance is the key.*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/coaching"6 Pillars of Success" cheat sheet downloadable from: https://examstudyexpert.com/pillarsGet 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.

Finding your why, setting MASSIVE goals, and the magic "pyramid" process for how to achieve them, with today's special guest, goals expert David Hyner!Find David online at:DavidHyner.comStretchDevelopment.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 on suggested books.

Follow me for a tour into my day with Headspace! This episode is one part user guide, one part candid review and one part deep insight into some of my foundational habits for productivity and mental health.Ready to start your meditation journey? Read my review and get your free trial at: https://examstudyexpert.com/headspace** * * * *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 a Headspace associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you.

Don’t settle for less than you can be. Never give up.Today's epic tale spans decades of our hero's life, and has seen her overcome lack of money and grind in minimum-wage jobs, lack of time, family tragedy and her own mental health struggles.No matter what you're facing - never say never!NB: Please stay listening to the end of the episode - although our protagonist had some poor sleep habits earlier in her life, she later saw the error in her ways and now prioritises sleep, and, like us, is a big advocate of a healthy sleep routine!*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

Discover the power of The Glass, The T-Shape and The Process Flow: 3 handy and flexible mental images I often use to help students plan, prioritise and feel calmer in their studies.*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

“The path to productivity runs right through calm.”The “most productive man you could hope to meet” (TED), Chris Bailey, was back on the show to talk about how finding calm not only is good for mind and body, it also actually helps us get more done (not less).Get your copy of Chris’s new book at: https://geni.us/calmyourmindFind more from Chris at ChrisBailey.com, and you can find his podcast (Time & Attention) on all podcast players.*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 Alan Yahya

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.

Max, a CPA (accounting) exam candidate, brings us the daily challenges of learning an information-dense course, and how flashcards make the learning process flow!Whatever course you're studying, I encourage you to listen to the logistics of flashcard use, as foundation for progressing your own goals.*Flashcard links in line with Max's recommendations:- Mini flash cards: https://geni.us/goodflashcards- Flash card rings sold separately (just need to punch a hole in your paper of choice): https://geni.us/flashcardringsOutsmart Your Studies, the book Max recommends for all students:- https://geni.us/studies*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 Alan Yahya.

Today, I wanted to share 5 fun little features of memory that psychologists have figured out over the years, and how we can use them to help "hack" the learning process. Enjoy!As mentioned in this episode: https://examstudyexpert.com/ebbinghaus-forgetting-curveOutsmart Your Exams: https://geni.us/exams** * * **As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

College essays: the bit of your application that give you an opportunity to really shine, and stand out from the crowd, especially for competitive schools.To help us smash our essays out of the park, I’m joined by vastly experienced US tutor and education guru, Greg Smith, who drops some incredible wisdom on how to nail your college essay.Learn more about working with Greg and his team at https://www.nwtutoring.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 on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Benoît André.

If you’re applying for US colleges and universities, or thinking of doing so, then this episode is for you.I’m talking to college consultant Teri Thompson who is a formidable wealth of information about the vast ecosystem of US colleges, and who’s generously here on the show today to walk us through the main options in terms of choosing colleges, and how to decide where is right for you to apply.Learn more about working with Teri at https://www.thompsoncollegeconsulting.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 on suggested books.Podcast Edited by Benoît André.

I took major exams over 7 years of my life, through high school and University (Cambridge). Looking back, there were 7 pivotal moments itself which made all the difference when it came to my final grade.I'm not talking about the studying or the exam prep - these 7 moments are all taken from what happened actually in the exam hall itself.Learn from my mistakes, borrow from what I did well, and use my experiences to help set YOU for maximum success if and when you face similar challenges on the day of your exam.Because sometimes, all you need is one more mark to pass.Here's how to get 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.

Discover my 12 time-saving tips and tricks to create more time in even the busiest of schedules!*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.

How to overcome procrastination when studying: my top 6 tips to beat procrastination and get things done!*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.

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!

I'm in the hotseat this week, as habit change coach Chris Loper puts me through my paces in building a lasting habit in my own life. Whatever habit you’re trying to build, I encourage you to listen to the approach Chris takes with me, and try and apply the same principles to your own goals.Can a leopard change its spots? Is it possible to make lasting changes to your daily habits? Listen in and find out!To work with Chris, visit https://becomingbetter.org/coaching/*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.

Discover the grounding principles for creating lasting changes in your own study habits.Your studies will never be the same again!With habit change specialist coach, Chris Loper.Find out more about working with Chris at https://becomingbetter.org/coaching/*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.

Another chance to catch perhaps the greatest "student story" I'll ever tell: how one man named Jo made it from primitive island village to the top of the career ladder in the Western world, through the power of education.But perhaps the most incredible part of it all: how he did it all while staying humble, gentle and incredibly generous of spirit. He's an inspiration to us all. This is Jo's story.*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.

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

Today, we’re talking about interleaving: a powerful but not widely-known study strategy for maths-style problems.Interleaving will help you master maths faster, and score more highly in tests and exams.This is Part 7 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

We catch up with Australian high schooler Rose from Episode 69, one year on, to hear about the impressive transformation she'd pulled off, and break down just how she did it.Learn the strategies she used to go from a C grade to an A grade in less than a year!*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.

Today’s episode brings you the solution to those toughest of memory challenges: by the end, you’ll have a toolkit of handy mnemonic tricks to help you learn those hardest-to-remember bits of your course.This is Part 6 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

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.

Today, we’re talking about practice questions and past exam paper questions: a wonderfully effective study strategy that should always play a role in your exam prep.Includes 4 of my favourite creative strategies to study with practice questions - for advanced users only!This is Part 5 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

"I have never been a super great academic kid" - the multi-year story of how Michael turned his academic life around.From failing school to top 1% in the country, studying pure mathematics at University.*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.

Do you like to write notes?They’re incredibly popular with students at high school, college, university and just about anywhere else you need to study for exams.The problem is that note-making or writing summaries are pretty terrible ways to get information into memory.In this episode, I offer you an upgrade to supercharge your limp old standard note-making technique and turn into a roaring dragon or a powerful study strategy.Part 4 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

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. 

I LOVE studying with flashcards.Used well, they’re astonishingly effective, especially for very knowledge-dense subjects like medicine or science.But using them well is not trivial: today, I break down my 14 top "DOs and DONTs" for becoming a flashcard wizard - and mastering your memory!Part 3 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

Our student stories series: a dose of inspiration plus actionable tips from those who've turned their academic fortunes around, overcome obstacles and achieved success in difficult circumstances.Today, discover how Australian high schooler Rose started to win in maths using the power of mindset and study strategies like memory journaling.Rose's attitude and maturity when it comes to self-improvement deeply impressed me - listen in, and take notes!*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.

This week, perhaps the simplest study strategy of all: how to use blank page retrieval to memorise lots of information, fast.Discover blank page retrieval ("brain dumps"), plus my signature Memory Journalling strategy which is built around blank page retrieval.Part 2 of this special 8-part series on "How To Study Effectively" (abbreviated to H2SE in show titles). If you haven't already listened to Part 1 (broadcast as Episode 66 "How To Study Effectively: 6 Pillars of Student Success"), I recommend you start there before listening to this episode.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. https://examstudyexpert.com

Today, we meet maths graduate Katie, who tells her student story. Discover how a high-flying high-schooler found success at University, after initially pulling out of her course.Today's lessons include:Not being too competitive (see also Episode 43 with Dr Erika Patall on study motivation)How to persevere and "trust the process" in maths (see also Episode 4 with Joachim Cassel)The power of good study strategies combined with the right mindset (see also episode 42 with Prof. Tim Wilson on the stories we tell ourselves)Resources mentioned today:The (free!) finance courses Katie runs with her husband Alan: https://www.alandonegan.com/rebelfinanceRebel Entrepreneur Podcast with Katie's husband Alan (as mentioned in today's show): https://www.alandonegan.com/podcast [a personal favourite!]*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

In this episode, I share lessons from the 8 biggest "turning point" moments from my time as a student at Cambridge:The 4 things I got RIGHT in my student days (either through good planning - or good luck!) - the factors that contributed most strongly to graduating with a top degree (First Class Hons) from a notoriously tough course.The 4 things I wish I'd done differently! Knowing what I know now as a psychologist and study coach, these are the things I wish I'd done better, which could have meant a MUCH easier, less stressful and happier ride!Lessons for YOU throughout, so you don't make the same mistakes as me ;-) Enjoy!*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

Originally broadcast as Episode 27. A "Lazy Genius" Guide To Student Life with Kendra Adachi in September 2020.Rebroadcast August 2021 as part of our "Summer Rewind" season.* * *NY Times bestseller Kendra Adachi is here to talk us through how we can be a "lazy geniuses" about student life: being "genius" about what matters and "lazy" about everything else.We talk about the secrets to great foundations for life as a student, covering everything from cooking to making friends, organising your schedule, and even how to get your laundry done in record time!Kendra's bestselling book The Lazy Genius Way is available from all good book retailers worldwide - click here to get your copy on Amazon: https://geni.us/lazygenius*Hear more from Kendra on the Lazy Genius Way podcast The Lazy Genius Cleaning Routine https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/cleanroutineThe Lazy Genius Makes Soup https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/soupThe Lazy Genius Does Laundry https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/laundryThe Lazy Genius Puts Stuff On The Wall https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/wall*Hosted by 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/Or get a copy of my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams **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.

In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome Dr Adam Putnam, who is an assistant professor at Furman University, to share his fascinating insights about:- Mnemonic techniques: widely misunderstood but can be powerful tools- Retrieval practice, and how to implement it effectively- A psychologist’s perspective on the art of focus and productivity.*Links and resources mentioned in this episode include:(These show notes also available at: https://examstudyexpert.com/adam)Adam recommended a couple of great books in this episode if you're interested in the art of working more productively, or learning more about mnemonic techniques:“Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity” by David Allen (available from Amazon https://geni.us/davidallen)“Your Memory: How it Works and How To Improve It” by Kenneth Higbee (available from Amazon https://geni.us/yourmemory) You can find Adam online at www.adamlputnam.comFor more information about first-letter mnemonics (acronyms): https://examstudyexpert.com/chunking-and-memory/#acronymsFor a quick guide to the pegword method: https://examstudyexpert.com/pegword-method/For the committed mnemonicist (yes, I'm pretty sure I made that word up) wanting to learn the major system, Wikipedia has a pretty decent overview to get you started. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mnemonic_major_systemDownload Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Originally broadcast as Episode 1. You CAN Do This: Mindset For Exam Success With Lucy Ratcliffe, in March 2019..Rebroadcast July 2021 as part of our "Summer Rewind" season.* * *We're delighted to welcome Lucy Ratcliffe, mindset and performance coach to elite performers, to share her incredible wisdom with us, and show how students at school, college and university how to stay positive, believe in yourself, and conquer exam nerves and anxiety. In this episode:Finding your way in life: the confidence to just go and ask for what you wantHow to find the motivation to succeed at school and in your studiesFiguring out what drives youOvercoming self-doubt and exam anxietyDialling up positivity, and growth mindsetPerforming under pressure, dealing with exam-day nervesGoing outside your comfort zone and building competenceHead to www.idology.eu to find out more about Lucy's work.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

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

Increase your productivity and efficiency, learn faster, and ace your exams with the help of these cunning and non-obvious tricks and shortcuts!Now, that's clever!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/examsSupercharge your learning with my free cheat sheet: https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

The art of teamwork, and how to ace group assignments at school and university:How to pick the right people: do you go for the most skilled teammates or the ones you get on with best?The questions to ask yourselves to establish a high-functioning group culture from the outsetWhat to do if someone isn’t pulling their weightHow to make the right decisions as a teamHandling courageous conversations and resolving conflictWith Professor Mark de Rond, whose fascinating research has seen him study high performers in often extreme environments, as you’ll hear, from elite rowers to peace activists to trauma surgeons in a war zone. His work has been featured widely by some of the world’s most prominent media organisations including the BBC, The Economist, The Huffington Post, Wall Street Journal, The Times in the UK, The Los Angeles Times, Der Spiegel and Forbes Magazine. He has a wonderful gift for teaching people to get big results for themselves in their own lives and careers, which is why he is in hot demand in running executive education for leaders at companies such as McKinsey, PWC, Rolls Royce, Shell and UNICEF.  Further reading by Mark de Rond:The Last Amateurs: a gripping window on team dynamics in elite sport (18+ due to language): https://geni.us/lastamateurs* There Is An I In Team: https://geni.us/iinteam**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 and let me help you find the shortcut to success in your exams this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/[free] Download the Exam Success Cheat Sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

Get the companion book to today's episode: "Outsmart Your Exams" at https://geni.us/exams!In today's episode, I'll be sharing 22 "top tips" taken from the book, including:- How to master your mindset- Keys to written answers to get top scores- How to create an exam gameplan for success- Memory recall secrets to guarantee great resultsNo more “couldn’t remember”.No more “ran out of time”.No more botched exam essays.The results envelope of your dreams could be in your hand.* * *Outsmart Your Exams is now available in paperback: https://geni.us/exams*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.

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:“Attention rituals” – learning from Darwin and BeethovenHow to take effective breaksDesigning your environment for maximum concentrationIs it OK to listen to music?Stefan leads the AttentionLab at Utrecht University in the Netherlands, and is a regular face on national television and radio in the Netherlands, as well as speaking on prestigious conference stages around the world.You can find out more about Stefan’s work at his personal website: https://www.stefanvanderstigchel.nl/ For a highly practical guide to maximising concentration, I highly recommend his book “Concentration: Staying Focused in Times Of Distraction”, available at https://geni.us/concentration*“How Attention Works”, a guide to the psychology of attention, is available at https://geni.us/attention** * *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 and let me help you find the shortcut to success in your exams this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/[free] Download the Exam Success Cheat Sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

Boost motivation. Sharpen focus.Overcome procrastination.Could all this really be possible through the Pomodoro Technique?Join us today to go beyond the basics and discover exactly how to use this powerful technique.A guide to the Pomodoro method for advanced users!For more, see https://examstudyexpert.com/pomodoro-method/*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 and let me help you find the shortcut to success in your exams this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/[free] Download the Exam Success Cheat Sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips

Wish you could concentrate harder or for longer?James Lang’s book Distracted took the world of education by storm: he’s here to share his top tips on overcoming distraction and maximising concentration.Read more with James’ book: “Distracted: Why Students Can’t Focus And What You Can Do About It” - get your copy from Amazon at https://geni.us/distractedbook*.Discover more at:http://jamesmlang.com/On Twitter: @LangOnCourseOn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimlang7/* * *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 purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

How to cope when it feels like there's just too much to get done, and too few hours in the day!This is my two-stage prescription for study overwhelm, for getting back on top of life when you can't see how you're going to fit it all in.Tune in, and take back control of your to-do list today!For personalised help getting in control of YOUR to-do list and study plans, find out how I can help you as your personal exam success coach, at https://ExamStudyExpert.com/coachingDownload my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips

The chemistry of your brain is everything to how you think, learn and focus.You might have heard of some of these molecules - like adrenaline, cortisol and dopamine - but how much do you know about how they work?Find out in today’s fascinating conversation, and discover how you can harness your brain’s chemistry to help YOU study smarter!With Ginny Smith, author of Overloaded (https://geni.us/overloaded).Links are resources from today’s conversation:Read Overloaded: https://geni.us/overloadedFollow Ginny on Twitter @GinnySmithSciCheck out Ginny’s personal website at https://www.ginnysmithscience.com/Find out more about Ginny’s “Learning & Memory” stage shows at https://www.braintasticscience.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 and let me help you find the shortcut to success in your exams this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/[free] Download the Exam Success Cheat Sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

Struggling to get motivated?Need to overcome procrastination?Today I share my favourite tactic for finding your get-up-and go.It all starts with "why"...For personalised help with YOUR study motivation, find out how I can help you as your personal exam success coach, at https://ExamStudyExpert.com/coachingDownload my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips

Why it’s fine to falter and fail, and how to pick yourself up againWith smash-hit Blank podcast host & author, Giles Paley-Phillips, who knows more than most about failing and faltering, having interviewed over 100 celebs on their experiences with “blank moments”, from Stephen Fry to Dame Kelly Holmes, Dawn French to Gary Linekar.“Blank” - the book - is available now: https://geni.us/blank*The Blank podcast: https://play.acast.com/s/theblankpodcast *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.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/examstudyexpert ** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

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

The man and boy box: how does gender interact with education inside and outside of the classroom?It’s a man’s world… isn’t it?Masculinities expert Tim Carpentier joins me to discuss the unique challenges boys / men face inside and outside the classroom, and what we can do about them.For more, check out:Beyond Equality, https://www.beyondequality.org/Just Let Me Know (organisation whose stats Tim referenced at one point)Boys won't be boys, boys will be what we teach them to be (Ted Talk)Violence Against Women: It's a Men's Issue (Ted Talk)Lads: Toxic Masculinity virtual film festival 9-16 April*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.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/examstudyexpert Podcast Edited by Benoît André.

Girls / women face unique challenges in school / college… many of which aren’t often acknowledged or talked about.So today…… we’re going to acknowledge and talk about them.You’ll leave with a better understanding of the issues and challenges, as well as some practical strategies to help resolve them.I’m joined for this conversation by two fantastic experts and advocates - Charly Young from The Girls’ Network:Website: https://www.thegirlsnetwork.org.uk/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheGirlsNetInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlsnetwork/  And Tanya Meessman from Raising Girl Shaped Flames:Website: https://girlshapedflames.com/Instagram (for students): https://www.instagram.com/girlshapedflames/Facebook (for parents / educators): https://www.facebook.com/girlshapedflames/Podcast: https://girlshapedflames.com/podcast/ *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.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/examstudyexpert Podcast Edited by Benoît André.

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?Support the show at: https://www.patreon.com/examstudyexpert 

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 other strategies we’ve covered in recent weeks as part of Learning Science season on the podcast. Find Dr Veronica Yan online at:Twitter: @EdScientistsWebsite: https://sites.edb.utexas.edu/slam/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/SCHOOLS / UNIVERSITIES discover staff CPD / keynote talks and student revision and study skills workshops at: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/revision-workshops/ 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 purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

There’s no such thing as a “visual learner”.The idea that some of us are “visual learners” and learn best through imagery is a myth, and has been widely debunked by psychologists. (See https://examstudyexpert.com/brain-science-quiz/ for this and more myths about learning and the brain!).But in many ways, we are ALL visual learners.Because visuals, when used properly, can have a big benefit for our learning, not least through the powerful “dual coding” effect.Highly respected teaching and learning expert Oliver Caviglioli joins me to explain all, and break down exactly how YOU can take advantage of the power of visuals in your own studies.Part of Learning Science Season here on the Exam Study Expert Podcast.Find Oliver online:On Twitter: @OliCavPersonal website: https://www.olicav.com/ Dual Coding book: https://geni.us/dualcoding Teaching Walkthroughs: https://www.walkthrus.co.uk/ *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/SCHOOLS / UNIVERSITIES discover staff CPD / keynote talks and student revision and study skills workshops at: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/revision-workshops/ 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 purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

Can you remember what you learned last week?How about last month?Spaced learning is an INCREDIBLY powerful strategy for getting knowledge into memory - and making it stick there.Renowned Dr Carolina Kuepper-Tetzel of the Learning Scientists project and Teaching Innovation & Learning Enhancement network joins us to break down exactly what you need to know to get up and running with spaced learning.Your grades will never be the same again...!Twitter: @PimpMyMemoryLearning Scientists: https://www.learningscientists.org/TILE: https://tile.psy.gla.ac.uk/Carolina’s personal website: http://www.carolinakuepper-tetzel.com/Free resources on learning techniques and time management: https://sway.office.com/q4I9voV3Uox8AG4s?ref=Link and https://sway.office.com/mrGQlkjWqJGq0FSS?ref=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/SCHOOLS / UNIVERSITIES discover staff CPD / keynote talks and student revision and study skills workshops at: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/revision-workshops/ 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 purchasesPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

The most important thing I can teach you is to use retrieval practice a lot and to use it well.So that's what I'm doing today: sit back, we're going deeper than ever before into this critically important learning strategy.With thanks to cameo appearances from Dr Yana Weinstein Jones (Episodes 45 and 7), Dr Caroline Kuepper-Tetzel (next week, Episode 47), Dr Adam Putnam (Episode 11) and Michael from my upcoming "student stories" series.Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetipsPodcast Edited by Benoît André.

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/freetips*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.

Ever felt like you're not good enough? Not worthy?Like the admissions tutors must have made a mistake?Imposter syndrome is more common than you might have thought, especially in elite schools and universities, on competitive graduate programmes, and even among professional academics.Hear a range of stories from real students and academics, and discover some top tips for keeping those pesky doubts in check!*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and 1:1 academic coach.BOOK 1:1 COACHING today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/

One question I hear possibly more than any other single question is “how can I increase my motivation to study”?Today, we're cutting through the endless advice you can find on the Internet and getting right to the heart of the science of motivation Let'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

Discover the secrets of how mastering your mindset can set you up for success with renowned mindset scholar, Professor Timothy D. Wilson.Why does mindset matter?How to change the stories you tell yourself, and put yourself on the path to success?How to respond to disappointment and setbacks?Professor Wilson is the author of one of my all-time favourite books on mindset and motivation, "Redirect: Changing The Stories We Live By".  It's outstanding. I'd highly encourage you to get a copy here: https://geni.us/changeyourstory.SUPERCHARGE YOUR GRADES THIS YEAR: with 1:1 coaching to help you study smarter, not harder, so you can get higher grades with less work and less stress: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching/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.

What's on your list of things you'd like to do more of (or less of) this year?It's one thing to fantasise about the things you'd like to do better, it's quite another to ACTUALLY DO THEM.Change isn't easy.But help is at hand:Learn how to become a master of your actions with 10 powerful strategies from psychology to help you overcome resistance to change, and start taking action on the things that are important to you.Let's make this the year you CRUSH your goals!*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

How to change when change is hard?Discover what's holding you back from making the changes you want to make in your study routines - and in your life.In this Part 1 of a 2-part special, it's time to meet your inner caveman.Make this the year you become a master of your own actions.For more exam success tips, download the free cheat sheet at https://ExamStudyExpert.com/freetips.*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.

To kick off 2021, I am THRILLED to welcome one of the true founding fathers of the field of personal productivity: Brian Tracy.You may have heard of the "eat the frog" principle: it was made famous in a book of the same name by Brian which went on to sell 2.5 million copies in 51 languages.Brian has recently been focusing on adapting his world-famous time management strategies for students, to help them work smarter,  accomplish more, and simply feel happier about life.He shares all in today's interview - not to be missed!*Eat That Frog For Students (Brian Tracy with Anna Leinberger) is in all good bookstores (online and physical!) now - pick up your copy from Amazon at  https://geni.us/frog.* * * *Mentioned in this episode: The Checklist Manifesto (Atul Gawande),  available at https://geni.us/checklists* * * *Hosted by William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study ExpertDownload my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Keeping work and life in balance, and the art of stopping, with my "four levels" of breaks.Enjoy.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/

We're hurtling towards the end of the year, so I've dug into the listener mailbag to answer some of YOUR frequently asked questions about how to study! 0.50: Tricks for getting "unstuck" by zooming out and zooming in2.55: Problems sleeping6.40: How to take better notes9.55: The power of "pre-testing" yourself, and how to do it12.50: What to do the day before an examHosted 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 Get a copy of Matthew Walker's international bestseller "Why We Sleep" at https://geni.us/scienceofsleep*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

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.

Mark de Rond is a Professor at the Judge Business School in Cambridge. He's perhaps best known for his unique and fascinating approach to research on teamwork and high performance, which has seen him living alongside elite rowers, walking with peace activists, and even living among trauma doctors working in a war zone (Afghanistan).He joins us today to share his insights on:Studying business at undergraduate levelStudying for an MBAWhat business schools look for in their applicantsWhat to expect and how to succeed in your business school experience.Mark is the author of:The Last Amateurs, which tells the story of the enormous lengths elite rowers go to fulfil their sporting dreams, available worldwide from Amazon at: https://geni.us/lastamateursThere Is An I In Team, what elite athletes and coaches really know about high performance, available worldwide from Amazon at: https://geni.us/iinteamDoctors At War, a candid account of a trauma surgical team based at a field hospital in Helmand, Afghanistan. Available worldwide from Amazon at: https://geni.us/doctors* * * *Hosted by William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study ExpertDownload my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetipsMemory 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.Discover 1:1 study coaching with me to supercharge your productivity and maximise your exam success this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books at no extra cost to you. I only recommend awesome stuff.

"You weren't born to fit in: you were born to stand out".Discover how to land that coveted internship or grad programme with ace career coach, Sonal Bahl.The mistakes that will get your CV rejected (and how to avoid them)The "C.P.R." formula for interview prepA "Jedi mind trick" to play on your interviewerThe thing 95% of people don’t do that will help you stand outFind more from Sonal at:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalbahl/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuY0tWGuwCI8SI9FFk60zPg? https://www.superchargeyourself.com/ How I Got Hired Podcast: https://howigothired.buzzsprout.com/

What does it take to get accepted to the course of your dreams?This week, it's all about acing the interview!I'm talking mainly about applying for university and college, but the strategies also work really well in interviews for competitive schools or postgraduate programmes.I'm sharing my "Four Ps" of interview technique - of which two are pretty advanced strategies you're unlikely to find anywhere else. Together, they'll help you shine on interview day, and give you the best possible chance of success!If you'd like to experience a full-length mock interview and get some advanced coaching on YOUR interview technique, visit www.ExamStudyExpert.com/mock to book a slot.

There's growing scientific evidence that meditation, especially mindfulness training, can have a profoundly positive impact on a mind-bogglingly wide range of aspects of our performance as students.Soothing stress or anxiety. Helping you sleep. Sharpening focus and concentration. Supporting good mental and physical health. Even helping you learn faster and remember more.Tune in to find out more, and discover how you could get started today, with help from today's special guest, Claire Kelly, from the not-for-profit organisation, the Mindfulness In Schools Project (https://mindfulnessinschools.org/).Resources mentioned in this episode:The "Mindfulness In Schools Project" exercises on YouTube: Beditation  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5ut2NYdAEQ), Playing For Attention (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgXZW6Xqokw) IBMe (https://ibme.com/) Headspace (https://www.headspace.com/) Calm (https://www.calm.com/) Smiling Mind (https://www.smilingmind.com.au/smiling-mind-app) For more science-backed ideas for calming nerves as exams approach (and on exam day itself), check out my test-conquering, mark-maximising exam-technique book: Outsmart Your Exams,  https://geni.us/exams.For 1:1 exam success coaching, please visit https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching.

This episode is all about how to take your study hours to the MAX, while keeping enough balance in your life to avoid overwork, exhaustion and stress.For the first time, I'm sharing the EXACT study routine I used to graduate in the top 10% of my class on a competitive course at Cambridge University.As a student psychologist, I was already applying the science of the brain to work harder and smarter. In this episode, I'll break down:How I was managing my time: hour by hour, and life-hacks I was using to clear as much time for studying as possibleHow I was managing my attention: staying hyperfocused and "in the zone" for long stretches of timeHow I was managing my energy: so I had enough fuel in the tank to keep the pace up, not just for a few days, but for weeks on endBut even more, I use the benefit of hindsight, and all I've learned since, to look back and pick apart all the things I WASN'T doing so well, so you can learn from my mistakes.For personalised help with YOUR study routine, visit https://ExamStudyExpert.com/coaching

Chris Bailey - "the most productive man you could hope to meet" according to TED - joins us today to help you get focused, get productive, and get your work DONE!Learn how to manage your time, energy and attention so that you can breeze through your study to-do list in record time, freeing up more of your time for the things you want to spend it on.Chris is the international bestselling author of two excellent books:- The Productivity Project: Proven Ways To Become More Awesome (Get your copy at https://geni.us/productivityproject)- Hyperfocus: How To Manage Your Attention In A World Of Distraction (Get your copy at https://geni.us/gethyperfocus)Both come with my HIGHEST recommendations, and feature on my list of all-time best books about studying and learning.Chris writes about productivity on his blog, ALifeOfProductivity.com, and hosts the Becoming Better Podcast, alifeofproductivity.com/becomingbetter.* * * *Hosted by William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study ExpertDownload my free "study smarter" cheat sheet at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetipsMemory 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.Discover 1:1 study coaching with me to supercharge your productivity and maximise your exam success this year: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

There's some incredible wisdom to be found on my bookshelf. Today, I pick out some of the BEST tips and tricks to be found in five of my most-loved books about studying and learning, so you can incorporate the advice into your study routine right away, all without having to do any reading!These "top five" books are shortlisted from the 21 favourite books about studying and learning I keep on a special bookshelf behind my desk. Browse the full list here  https://examstudyexpert.com/books-and-guides/books-about-studying-and-learning/If you want to go deeper, you can pick up any of today's five books (links will take you to your local Amazon store):- Make It Stick  | https://geni.us/getmakeitstick- Understanding How We Learn  | https://geni.us/understandinglearning- Redirect  | https://geni.us/changeyourstory- Switch  | https://geni.us/getswitch- The Productivity Project  | https://geni.us/productivityprojectHosted by William Wadsworth, Founder & Learning Scientist at Exam Study ExpertMemory 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 my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.

Celebrating the launch of a brand new season of weekly episodes, NY Times bestseller Kendra Adachi is here to talk us through how we can be a "lazy geniuses" about student life: being "genius" about what matters and "lazy" about everything else.We talk about the secrets to great foundations for life as a student, covering everything from cooking to making friends, organising your schedule, and even how to get your laundry done in record time! Kendra's bestselling book The Lazy Genius Way is available from all good book retailers worldwide - click here to get your copy on Amazon: https://geni.us/lazygeniusHear more from Kendra on the Lazy Genius Way podcast The Lazy Genius Cleaning Routine https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/cleanroutineThe Lazy Genius Makes Soup https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/soupThe Lazy Genius Does Laundry https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/laundryThe Lazy Genius Puts Stuff On The Wall https://www.thelazygeniuscollective.com/lazy/wall*Hosted by 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/Or get a copy of my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

In the second of our two "summer specials", we're joined by Florence Bavanandan, who specialises in helping people speak confidently and clearly (even if they're not naturally confident).We talk about why speaking is so important in education - from the classroom to university / job interviews - and share some simple strategies you can use to level up your speaking skills. From now on, when you talk, the world is going to sit up and takes notice!Get more from Florence:Website: https://clearvoiceofficial.com/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/clear-voice/id1480870251Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clearvoiceofficial/Twitter: https://twitter.com/florencebav?lang=enABOUT 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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

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/

Want to get more studying done, in less time? Whether you're working through assignments, writing essays or dissertations, or learning for upcoming tests or exams, here are three killer strategies to help you get quality work done, faster.Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Want to actually remember what you learn in your classes and lectures each day? Now you can, with my new 5-minute-a-day study habit to transform your memory, and retain more of what you're taught.Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Opera director and writer Laura Attridge explains how academic success and deep extracurricular passions can combine to create unexpected routes into the creative industries. Along the way: productivity and balance, what you would do if you weren't afraid, studying English at University, and how to find what's right for you.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Continuing our “When I Grow Up” season, hear from successful young barrister James Sharpe on what it takes to break into the competitive field of law.-        What life is really like as a lawyer-        The importance of “getting the grades” at school, and how a love of learning helps-        Staying open to the right path-        Getting into competitive universities, and what studying History is really like at an elite University -        Extracurricular passions: theatre, politics, getting used to rejection, and finding the delicate balance with study time -        Studying law and the law conversion course-        How to take your first steps in professional law: vacation schemes, mini-pupillages*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

The third instalment of our summer "When I Grow Up" series, helping you decide on the path you want to take through education and life, equipping you with the practical tips and drive to get you where you want to go.Today, Dr Gillean Denny takes the wraps off architecture: what it takes to succeed as an architecture student, what the experience is really like, and finding your way into careers in architecture.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

The second instalment of our summer "When I Grow Up" series, helping you decide on the path you want to take through education and life, equipping you with the practical tips and drive to get you where you want to go.Today, Dylan Morris talks about studying at Yale, Cambridge and Princeton, getting into these elite universities, and succeeding in the competitive and intellectual world of research science.Contact Dylan at dhmorris@princeton.edu, and see https://eeb.princeton.edu/people/dylan-h-morris for more details about him and his work.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

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.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Are you doing a PhD, or considering doing one some day in the future?We interviewed six current and former PhD candidates at some of the world's great universities - Oxford, Cambridge, Princeton - to get the low-down on what it's really like. They share some great wisdom, sometimes with the benefit of a little hindsight, for how to approach your PhD to make life that bit easier.If you're in the middle of a PhD or about to start one, you'll learn a highly actionable set of tips for:- Managing your time- Setting goals- Staying positive- Coping when the going gets tough (because it will)If you're thinking of doing a PhD one day, our guests today offer a rare insight into what doctorate research is really like - find out what you're getting into before you take the plunge!*From this episode: If you'd like to contact video game designer Emma about her research, she is on Twitter @EmmaJoyReay.If you'd like to connect with me on Twitter for more productivity tips and to let me know how your PhD is going, I'm @ExamStudyExpert.With thanks to all this week's contributors:- Dylan Morris- Christina Courreges- Kalina Naidoo- Aled Walker (find out more about Aled at https://aledwalker.wixsite.com/aled/home)- Emma Joy Reay (connect with Emma on Twitter @EmmaJoyReay)- Andrea di Antonio (connect with Andrea on Twitter @DiAntonio823)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 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.

Ever wondered how to get the most marks you can in multiple-choice papers? Tricks to improve your guessing, what the science says about strategies for maximising your mark on multiple-choice, and avoiding traps the examiner might set for you: it’s all in here. 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 here: https://geni.us/examsABOUT 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 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.

Strategies for dealing with test-day nerves and exam-week anxiety: discover the counterintuitive science behind “the butterflies”, and learn to tame them, with these seven strategies from psychology. 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 here: https://geni.us/examsABOUT 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 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.

Today's episode features a panel of guests: teachers, professors, tutors, even students, sharing some of their favourite exam-taking strategies, together with some of my own all-time top tips for exam week and the exam hall.An ingenious set of techniques to help maximise your mark in the exam itself.Learn more about Outsmart Your Exams, the first book from Exam Study Expert, at https://geni.us/examsABOUT 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 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.

Learn more about Outsmart Your Exams, the first book from Exam Study Expert, at https://geni.us/examsIn 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 here: https://geni.us/examsABOUT 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 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.

Rachael Williams joins us to talk about dealing with emotion and anxiety in our studies, how to combat procrastination, and get through exam season. A fascinating interview packed with very practical tips: from developing your own personal mission statement, to how to optimise your daily routine, to how to discuss exams and stress with your family, to how standing like a superhero can make you feel like one!Links and resources mentioned in this article:- Three-minute breathing space video (or search YouTube for more) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iebciuBXCh4- The Calm or Headspace apps if you want to give mindfulness practice a go: https://www.calm.com/ / https://www.headspace.com/- Rachael Williams is happy for you to get in touch directly at info@thelivingroom.uk.com*If you'd like to know more about truly effective study and revision techniques, start here: https://examstudyexpert.com/memorisation-techniques-for-exams/Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

In this episode, we’re delighted to welcome Dr Adam Putnam, who is an assistant professor at Furman University, to share his fascinating insights about:- Mnemonic techniques: widely misunderstood but can be powerful tools- Retrieval practice, and how to implement it effectively- A psychologist’s perspective on the art of focus and productivity.*Links and resources mentioned in this episode include:(These show notes also available at: https://examstudyexpert.com/adam)Adam recommended a couple of great books in this episode if you're interested in the art of working more productively, or learning more about mnemonic techniques:·        “Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity” by David Allen (available from Amazon https://geni.us/davidallen)·        “Your Memory: How it Works and How To Improve It” by Kenneth Higbee (available from Amazon https://geni.us/yourmemory) You can find Adam online at www.adamlputnam.comFor more information about first-letter mnemonics (acronyms): https://examstudyexpert.com/chunking-and-memory/#acronymsFor a quick guide to the pegword method: https://examstudyexpert.com/pegword-method/For the committed mnemonicist (yes, I'm pretty sure I made that word up) wanting to learn the major system, Wikipedia has a pretty decent overview to get you started. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mnemonic_major_system Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

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 gripDownload Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Today we’re talking languages: tricks for memorising your vocab lists more easily, how to get your head round the grammar, and some handy exam technique tips to make sure you get the highest possible grade in your exams.I’m joined by my friend Joe Hytner, an extremely experienced Classics teacher and private tutor. Joe is a Latin and Greek specialist, but many of his expert tips would apply equally to French, Spanish, German or any other modern language.Links and resources mentioned in the episode:- For high-quality tuition in any subject, check out Joe and his team at www.titaniumtutors.co.uk (in-person in the UK, or online worldwide)- For John Taylor books, try his Latin to GCSE Part 1 (https://geni.us/latin1) and Part 2 (https://geni.us/latin2).- For free Eton Greek grammar exercises: www.etoncollege.com/GreekProjectDownload Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Today's episode features Professor David Rowland, Professor of Music at the Open University and Director of Music at Christ's College, Cambridge University.If you're not a musician, you might like to skip straight to 13.27 for an interesting 10-minute chat about performance anxiety and strategies for shining under pressure in exams, interviews and high-pressure situations of all kinds, drawing on best practice from the worlds of sport and music.If you are a musician or have music exams of any kind, listen from the beginning for a fascinating conversation covering:- The art of practice, and why people sometimes mistook Rachmaninov for a beginner- The value of going for a walk, and a trick for high performance borrowed from the world of sport- Minimising surprises on the day, and adding up the marginal gains- Getting comfortable in the exam / audition / recital, and staying focused- Tips for academic music exams and dissertations: answering the question, reading more widely, and good exam technique for written papersLinks and resources mentioned in this episode:For more information on the choir at Christ's College, Cambridge: https://www.christs.cam.ac.uk/join-christs-choirFor more information about studying music at the Open University: http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/find/musicFor more on exam stress and anxiety generally, check out our recent blog article on the subject at https://examstudyexpert.com/student-exam-stress/Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

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.Download 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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

We welcome college professor Jessica Shields, who also runs collegestudysmarts.com, to share her considerable wisdom on how to be productive and stay motivated with your studies. We’ll be covering:·        Study motivation: finding your get up and go·        How to overcome procrastination·        How to stay off Netflix and YouTube when you’re trying to study·        Planning your time through the term·        Time management for students·        Good study habits·        The boost you need to NOT leave everything to the last minute!·        Effective note taking methods (including an ingenious trick that I only learned in this conversation!)Links and resources mentioned in this episode:You can find Jessica at www.collegestudysmarts.com The “quizlet” flashcards tool is available at www.quizlet.com Download 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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

Our guest this week is Mr Salles, the “slightly awesome” English teacher, from the YouTube channel “Mr Salles Teaches English” (www.youtube.com/user/dominicsalles/).“Slightly” awesome is underselling it: Mr Salles is an expert English teacher, who has spent years figuring out the secrets to success in English exams, and developing a set of seriously impressive formulas and strategies to help students dramatically exceed their expectations in the exam.If you’re studying for high school English exams, you’re in the right place – this episode is packed with tips and strategies for:-        How to write well, and train yourself to be an accurate writer-        How to approach creative writing questions-        Strategies to revise for English language-        Putting yourself in the top few percent of students in 19th century literature questions by understanding the “five big ideas” that defined the age-        Exam technique secrets for English exams-        Inside the mind of the examiner, and how to turn it to your advantage-        Learning English quotes for the exam (useful memory tips)-        Special advice for GCSE English language and GCSE English literature exams*Links and resources mentioned in this episode:You can find more of Mr Salles at his website: https://theslightlyawesometeacher.com/, and be sure to check out and subscribe to his YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/dominicsalles/.If you’re taking the AQA GCSE English Language exam, you might like to get yourself a copy of “The Mr Salles Guide to 100% in AQA English Language Exam”, available on Amazon: https://geni.us/awesometeacherIf you’re a teacher, Mr Salles has written about using education research and psychology in his book “The Slightly Awesome Teacher: Using Edu-Research to Get Brilliant Results”, available at https://geni.us/edu-researchYou can get the Bristol University grammar exercises (all for free) at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/arts/exercises/grammar/grammar_tutorial/index.htm.To read out-of-print books for free, go to http://www.gutenberg.org/.Download 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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

If you want to be good at math(s), or if you're already feeling in control and want to take your math(s) to the next level, you're in the right place! Join Joachim Cassel, one of the UK's most experienced math(s) tutors, as we talk about preparing for high school math(s) exams:The right mindset to have for learning mathsWhat to do if you don't understand mathsThe art of slowing down, and how to trust the process (like you're an NBA superstar!)How to remember what you've learned, and how to practice truly effectivelyHow to revise maths / how to review mathExam technique for mathematics exams and testsTips for recalling tricky equations / formulas in the examGetting on the examiner's good sideMaking sure you get every mark you deserveADVANCED STUDY: for anyone interested in taking their mathematics further, beyond school, how to apply for courses at University / College, and what it's like*Links and resources mentioned in this episode:"Mathematics: a very short introduction" book is available on Amazon https://geni.us/mathsJoachim said mathematicians "don't like reading!!" so you may like to know that you can get "Mathematics: a very short introduction" for free with a trial Audible membership (for US: amzn.to/2XUpySm / for UK: amzn.to/2CkHeNE)Khan Academy: www.khanacademy.org/Joachim's website, if you're looking for world-class math(s) tuition: www.oxbridgeglobaltutors.com*Download Exam Study Expert’s guide to using learning science to learn faster and remember more than ever before, at  https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

"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.uk*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

How to study effectively for exams and get brilliant grades: learn better and faster than ever before through the two most powerful principles of learning and memory known to science.In this solo episode, I will break down the two most important principles of learning science that every student needs to know, but very few are actually using. When you DO start to apply these techniques, hundreds of scientific studies have shown improvements by a whole grade or more. All just by studying smarter, not harder.Links and resources mentioned in this episode:And if you're feeling REALLY keen and would like to find out more about the science behind this episode, this is a good place to start: http://www.indiana.edu/~pcl/rgoldsto/courses/dunloskyimprovinglearning.pdfDownload the full-colour guide we've made to accompany this episode, absolutely free, at https://examstudyexpert.com/freetips*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.

We're delighted to welcome Lucy Ratcliffe, mindset and performance coach to elite performers, to share her incredible wisdom with us, and show how students at school, college and university how to stay positive, believe in yourself, and conquer exam nerves and anxiety. In this episode:Finding your way in life: the confidence to just go and ask for what you wantHow to find the motivation to succeed at school and in your studiesFiguring out what drives youOvercoming self-doubt and exam anxietyDialling up positivity, and growth mindsetPerforming under pressure, dealing with exam-day nervesGoing outside your comfort zone and building competenceHead to www.idology.eu to find out more about Lucy's work.*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/Or read my exam technique book today at https://geni.us/exams *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.