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Mar 22
221. Your Emotional Toolkit for Academic Stress - with Dr Jennifer Veilleux
Many of the students and scholars I speak to struggle with stress, anxiety and overwhelming emotions: about exams, assignments, academic pressure or feeling behind.So today we're chatting with Dr Jennifer Veilleux, clinical therapist and Professor of Clinical Psychology at the Un ... Show More
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220. Study Motivation and the U Shaped Curve
Everything's a u shaped curve: don't work too hard, but not too little either, for best results.Explore how understanding this "sweet spot" principle can help you find the balance in your study routine, as well as get the right balance in other areas of your study strategy too, s ... Show More
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219. Scoring Top 1% In The State: "Student Story" Case Study with a 300 Day Anki Streak
Unlock the secrets behind how a top student in Australia crushed his finals and secured a top 1% score in his state — and learn exactly how you can apply his disciplined strategies to your own exams. Harry's journey proves that success isn’t just about talent; it's about precisio ... Show More
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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
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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
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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 causes ... Show More
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<p><em><span style= "mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">"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
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571: Why We Procrastinate (And How to Stop Procrastinating)
<p>In 2022, a study published in Psychology Today found that <strong>88% of people feel worse after procrastinating</strong>. Procrastination is undoubtedly one of the most common barriers to success—but what if you could break free from it starting today?</p> <p>In this episode, ... Show More
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A good planning process is the foundation for success in any long-form written assignments like essays, dissertations and theses - and even your first novel! Discover the process I use for both non-exam and in-exam scenarios, helping you overcome procrastination, and write better, in less time! * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independe ... Show More
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400 ... Show More
<p>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.</p> <p>In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernebok/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">GMAC Zach</a> is once again joined ... Show More
<p>Here are 6 tips:</p><ol><li><strong>Recognize the thoughts and feelings as separate from facts.</strong> When you catch yourself thinking "I don't belong here" or "I'm going to be found out," pause and remind yourself that these are anxious thoughts, not objective truths. Just ... Show More
