
Exam Study Expert: ace your exams with the science of learning
Don’t work harder, work smarter: how to study effectively and get the grades of your dreams with winning review strategies, killer memory techniques and exam preparation tips you won’t hear anywhere else. Join Cambridge educated psychologist, study techniques researcher, coach and tutor William Wadsworth as we dive into the secrets of academic success.Looking for the grades of your dreams? Want to know the real secrets to preparing for and taking exams? Through a powerful combination of rich personal experience and the very latest learning and memory science, William and his expert guests are here to help. Here's to results day smiles!
Latest episodes

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).

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!).