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215. Metacognition Toolkit: Ace Your Learning – with Nathan Burns

What is metacognition? And how can you use it to plan smarter, reflect on exams and evaluate your daily learning with clarity?We’re joined by Nathan Burns, aka Mr Metacognition, to explore his favourite stackable metacognitive learning strategies that will have you reflecting on ... Show More

37m 33s

Feb 1

214. Respect The Exam

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 co ... Show More

9m 11s

Jan 25

213. How to Conquer Distraction (Quick Digital Detox Wins): with Colin Corby

In this episode, learn how to conquer distraction and build a healthier relationship with technology using quick wins for a digital detox.Our guest is digital detox expert, technologist and TEDx speaker Colin Corby. We explore how constant digital distractions affect attention sp ... Show More

31m 7s

Aug 2025

Your Secret Weapon Mastering the Annotated Bibliography for Academic Success

In this episode, we dive into "Mastering the Annotated Bibliography: A SOCA2400 Guide," offering a clear, no-nonsense walkthrough of this crucial assessment. Here’s what you'll learn:• What the annotated bibliography is and why it matters as a stepping-stone to your final essay.• ... Show More

22m 25s

Sep 2025

Advancery: Your Ideal Business School Planner

Application and test prep season can feel overwhelming with deadlines, essays, recommendations, and GMAT prep all colliding at once. In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach sits down with Alexis Meares, Manager of New Product Development at GMAC, to unpack what a realistic ... Show More

18m 46s

Oct 2024

ELTPR075: How to Conquer PTE Write from Dictation

Welcome to Episode 75 - How to Conquer PTE Write from Dictation. The Write from Dictation question in the PTE Academic Listening section presents a unique challenge. It demands sharp listening skills, accurate typing, and a good grasp of English grammar. This question often cause ... Show More

7m 44s

Aug 2025

Beyond a Perfect Score

"Prepping for the GMAT was one of the biggest, most self-motivated projects of my adult life. It gave me concrete feedback I hadn't experienced in years. Improvement wasn't visible every day, but I could see how my ... Show More

30m 14s

Dec 2017

119: How to Improve Your Personal Statement in 20 Minutes

This episode represents part four of four in my epic mini-series with Tutor Ted and in this one I share what steps to take to turn your essay from "just okay" to "great." Specifically, though, I share: <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400 ... Show More

34m 25s

Aug 2025

Skills-Based Approach to GMAT Prep

"Knowledge used to be power, but it no longer is power. What you do with that knowledge—that's the skill." In this must-watch episode for test takers, GMAC Zach speaks at length with Sergey Kouk from Admit Master about a skills-based approach t ... Show More

1 h

Aug 2025

Inside the GMAT Official Guide

The GMAT Official Guide is more than just a book. It's your direct line to real GMAT questions and the best possible test-day preparation. In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernebok/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GMAC Zach</a> is once again joined ... Show More

40m 58s

Jan 2025

571: Why We Procrastinate (And How to Stop Procrastinating)

In 2022, a study published in Psychology Today found that 88% of people feel worse after procrastinating. Procrastination is undoubtedly one of the most common barriers to success—but what if you could break free from it starting today? In this episode, ... Show More

41m 24s

Apr 2024

ELTPR071 - Your Candidate Briefing for the PTE Essay

Are you ready for a high score on the PTE Academic Essay? Hello and welcome to Episode 71 of the English Language Test Preparation Radio podcast – you’re going to learn about the following to boost your test score: 1)Pre-Writing Process 2)Structure and Substance 3)Essential Eleme ... Show More

9m 56s

Mar 2024

#357 - Your Planning Playbook for Spring 2024

One of the most foundational principles of managing your time like a Lazy Genius is to think about your season. We all need tangible help with planning. That’s why I wrote a book called The PLAN. But since it doesn’t come out until October and we need to plan some stuff now, let’ ... Show More

26m 53s

168. Your Perfect Essay Planning Process