Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning 208. Prioritise And Save Time When Studying
Dec 10, 2025
Unlock the secrets to efficient studying with three powerful prioritization strategies. Learn how to enhance focus within tasks using techniques like selective reading. Discover the benefits of setting timers for strategic check-ins to ensure you're working effectively. Explore the importance of auditing weekly commitments to identify time-wasters and cut out low-value activities. Get tips on when to scale back on commitments to create more time for exam preparation. Transform your study habits and achieve more with less stress!
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Prioritise High-Value Work Within Tasks
- Prioritise the highest-value subset of work inside each task rather than doing everything.
- Use the task's goal (e.g., the essay question) to guide which readings or sections you complete first.
Who This Prioritisation Advice Is For
- This episode is not aimed at students doing the bare minimum; it targets busy, ambitious students.
- Prioritisation strategies help those stretched thin to study smarter, not harder.
Use A Tangents List
- Do not chase every tangent immediately; capture them on a tangents list to review later.
- Often half the items can be crossed out later when reviewed with fresh eyes.