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Apr 10, 2023 • 22min

102. Level Up Your Study Plan

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!).
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Apr 2, 2023 • 21min

101. Helping You Study Smarter (Bonus Episode)

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 all!).
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Mar 26, 2023 • 47min

100. Centenary Celebration: Top 10 So Far, Listener Favourite Guest Returns & More!

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 message (I read them all!).
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Mar 19, 2023 • 19min

99. Why Study: The Power of Purpose

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!).
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Mar 12, 2023 • 21min

98. Does Music Help You Study?

"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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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Mar 5, 2023 • 42min

97. Quiet Ambition for Students - with Ruth Poundwhite

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.Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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Feb 20, 2023 • 10min

96. You Are Enough

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!).
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Feb 19, 2023 • 33min

95. How To Set Study Goals That WORK - With David Hyner

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!).
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Jan 29, 2023 • 38min

93. Never Say Never - An Epic Student Story

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" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
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Jan 22, 2023 • 13min

92. 3 Magical Mental Models To Help You Plan, Prioritise And Feel Calmer

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!).

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