Today, we're talking to Sibo, 3 weeks before she's due to take her specialist exams to become a psychiatrist.

In this conversation, you'll learn:

• How to get maximum benefit from your final few weeks and days of study ahead of a big exam
• How to boost your confidence going into a challenging exam process
• Some considerations to increase your mark on test-day itself

Want to talk to us about getting our coaching support in the run-up to YOUR exams? We're here to help! Let's have a chat:

• For professionals taking advanced exams and adult learners, schedule your consultation call with William here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19737847&appointmentType=15155029
• Or for students at school or university, schedule your consultation call with Dr Alix here: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=19737847&appointmentType=41127011

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

When it comes to flashcards, you can go down one of two routes: either digital apps like Anki, Quizlet, Brainscape and more, or "old school" paper flashcards.

Which will give you the best results?

In this episode, we unpack the pros and cons of each approach, to help you find the best route for you!

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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

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

The secret to levelling up faster at ANY aspect of your studies or exam prep - or in life generally!

Part 5 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series that's been broadcasting all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.

Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

The 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.

It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings 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-Network

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

Tricks to score higher in longer written answers and exam essays.

Part 4 of the "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.

Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

The 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.

It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings 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-Network

Join the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

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

How to learn the Math / Maths more effectively, for top scores on the quantitative element of your tests and exams. Part 3 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.

Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

The 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.

It's an unbeatable blend of on-demand video trainings 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-Network

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

How to upgrade your spacing / spaced repetition system - one of my all-time favourite "secret" formulas for exam success, especially when you have tonnes to memorise. Part 2 of my "5 High Impact Upgrades" series all this week on the Exam Study Expert podcast.

Learn more about the Study Smarter Network today at: https://examstudyexpert.com/Study-Smarter-Network

The 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-Network

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

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-Network

The 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-Network

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

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/Network

Resources 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/

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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.

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* 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!).

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 date
• An interview with a very special mystery guest - runaway #1 listener favourite from the first 100 episodes
• Top tips from the whole Exam Study Expert team

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

• https://idpartnership.org/
• Imposter syndrome article https://examstudyexpert.com/imposter-syndrome/

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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*

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* 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!).

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!

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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

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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!).