Exam Study Expert: Study Tips And Psychology Hacks To Learn Effectively And Get Top Grades

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-NetworkQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them al

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

"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

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 book

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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/examsQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks"

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/examsQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

“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 YahyaQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - se

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 YahyaQuestions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or j

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 Ass

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).