Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning

Join William for a quick pep talk on showing due respect to the exam you're sitting, with surprising benefits for your motivation, enjoyment of the study process and even your end result.*Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious students to study smarter, not harder, so they can ace their exams with less work and less stress.BOOK 1:1 COACHING to supercharge your exam success: https://examstudyexpert.com/workwithme/* Get a copy of Outsmart Your Exams, my award-winning exam technique book, at https://geni.us/exams** As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases on suggested books.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Colin Corby, technologist and digital detox coach who helps people reclaim focus, shares quick, practical ways to beat constant digital distraction. He talks about how devices harm sleep and attention. Short wins include phone-free study zones, protecting sleep, micro-challenges and social accountability. Practical, realistic strategies you can try immediately.

Discover the art of perfect study breaks for enhanced focus and energy! Learn how the right activities can recharge you while avoiding the pitfalls of procrastination. Explore ten practical break ideas that are both restorative and easy to pause. From light reading to calming chores, each suggestion is designed to elevate your study efficiency. Movement-based breaks like stretching or walking are highlighted to boost creativity. Embrace the power of doing almost nothing for ultimate relaxation!

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Dr Sarah McKay, neuroscientist and author who translates brain science into practical tips. She explores a simple brain model and the seven basics of brain hygiene. Short naps, sleep regularity, and the hunger “sweet spot” for alert learning get attention. She also covers phones as attention magnets, spaced practice, metacognition and rehearsal for exam-time emotion and performance.

Today, we're turning good intentions and a long list of things you need to do or should do or would like to do into consistent action!Key ideas today include:• fresh start effect as useful motivation• split goals into one-off and ongoing tasks• schedule one-off tasks in the diary• design daily habits with clear what, when, and why• use weekly blocks for deep, flow-based work• set seasonal habits around exams or deadlines• share your habit plan for accountability• simple homework to lock in your cadenceYour homework: take a second to drop your intention in the comments: what are you going to do, is it every day or every week, for how long, at what time, and what's your why for 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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).

Join Professor Brian Little, a personality psychologist and acclaimed author, as he unpacks the intricate tapestry of personality and how it influences our learning and flourishing. Discover the interplay between the Big Five traits and effective study strategies. Learn about the unique strengths of introverts in education and the physiological costs of acting out of character. Plus, Brian shares practical tips for educators to engage students meaningfully. It's a blend of science and actionable insights to help you thrive!

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!

Join confidence coach Scott Hardiman as he shares his inspiring journey from anxiety and bullying to mastering confidence. He offers six transformative practices to boost self-assurance, including the importance of action, leveraging your 'stretch zone,' and the power of posture. Discover how keeping a 'confidence bank' of successes can shift your mindset, along with the value of making small, consistent promises to yourself. Scott’s insights are practical and relatable, perfect for anyone looking to tackle their own challenges with confidence!

A practical guide to using the time boxing time management strategy to boost focus, sharpen your prioritisation, overcome prioritisation, mitigate perfectionism and ultimately get your work done faster. *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!).