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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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