Charlie Colenutt shares his journey from disillusioned lawyer to author, exploring what makes work fulfilling based on interviews with 100 people across diverse professions. You'll learn: •How the most satisfied workers can see clear, immediate results from their efforts • That career satisfaction shows little correlation with income beyond meeting basic needs • Many fulfilled workers had experienced career crises before finding satisfaction • Career paths are rarely planned and usually involve ...
Aug 12, 2025•46 min•Ep. 197
A simple daily practice to have happier, more productive days: gratitude journalling for students. * 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/ex...
Jun 29, 2025•10 min•Ep. 196
Happiness isn't just about feeling good – it's about living in alignment with your values and purpose while managing inevitable stress more effectively. • Stress is the primary barrier to happiness, hijacking your brain and making good decisions difficult • Toning your vagus nerve through humming, breath work, movement, connection and nature helps reset your nervous system • Self-care doesn't just take time – it expands time by improving decision-making and clarity • Colour-code tasks as red (ur...
Jun 22, 2025•40 min•Ep. 195
Discover the power of clear purpose and a compelling vision with today's double bill episodes featuring two guests: Ian Chamandy and Steve Gamlin. *** First, we dive into the world of purpose with coach, entrepreneur and author Ian Chamandy: Unpack the value of having a really clear view of your purpose in life and as a scholar Learn how to distil that purpose into helpful statement Discover the tangible effect on confidence and decision making Learn how knowing your purpose can help drive your ...
Jun 15, 2025•51 min•Ep. 194
The psychological principle of "Cognitive Load Theory" has considerable power to understand how our brain thinks. There are some fascinating and powerful applications when you're taking exams to help your brain thinking smoother and faster. Discover five of my favourite exam-hall tips and tricks to help your brain work faster, make fewer mistakes, and score more marks when it matters most. For more, check out Outsmart Your Exams: >> https://geni.us/exams* * Hosted by William Wadsworth, mem...
Jun 08, 2025•26 min•Ep. 193
Join the University of Oxford's Lecturer in Study Skills Dr Alix Hibble for a next-level masterclass on the academic writing process. Discover how you can save considerable time AND produce significantly better end results with a better strategy for reading, researching, outlining and writing your essays and dissertations. A must-listen for anyone with any kind of writing to do as part of their academic journey. Enquire about academic writing coaching with Dr Alix at: >> https://examstudye...
Jun 01, 2025•49 min•Ep. 192
Learn how to overcome procrastination when working on large academic projects with today's guest, Dr Alison Miller. https://www.theacademicwritersspace.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, m...
May 25, 2025•43 min•Ep. 191
Meditation has some fantastic benefits for scholars, including: - Wellness benefits: managing stress, nerves, anxiety and more - Productivity benefits: boosting focus and increasing your output each day But it's not always easy to fit into our busy lives. Our guest today shares a wealth of ingenious tips and tricks for integrating mindful moments to give you a boost throughout your day and at key moments like waiting outside an exam or hitting a challenging question in your studies. - Read the b...
May 18, 2025•39 min•Ep. 190
Top tips and tricks to get the most out of your flashcard training (testing) time, to accelerate your learning and maximise your knowledge retention. Resources mentioned today: >> Work with me 1-on-1: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching >> VIP supporters' club Patreon: https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP >> What to do the day before an exam: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwrkFFkCACg * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach...
May 11, 2025•32 min•Ep. 189
Part 4a the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: the common trap of making a large set of flashcards without testing them, why we commonly get into this situation, and what to do about it. * 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. Work with me: https://examstudyexpert.com/coaching Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to sa...
May 04, 2025•18 min•Ep. 188
Part 3 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges. Bonus material and more on the Exam Study Expert Patreon: >> https://examstudyexpert.com/VIP/ Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!)....
Apr 27, 2025•22 min•Ep. 187
Part 2 of 4 of the Flashcard Mastery Course. Today: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique COMING UP: - Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your flashcard making process, clever tricks for specific learning challenges - Part 4: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard TRAINING - getting more from the all-important testing phase, how to space out your testing, dealing with stubborn cards that are hard to learn, and ...
Apr 20, 2025•27 min•Ep. 186
Welcome to the first in a special four-part audio course on how to learn ultra-effectively by mastering the flashcards, not the only effective study strategy, but my personal favourite and a huge listener favourite among our listeners too. Today: discover the science that underpins the power of the flashcard. Coming up: - Part 2: Flashcard Fundamentals - why use them, and the basics of good technique - Part 3: Advanced Tips & Hacks for Flashcard MAKING - how to get more efficient in your fla...
Apr 13, 2025•27 min•Ep. 185
I'm in philosophical mood today, exploring the big reasons for the Exam Study Expert mission, and exactly what we hope to help you with! Whether you're brand new to the show or a regular listener, I hope you find fresh inspiration and maybe a a few questions clarified in today's audio essay. * * 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 les...
Apr 06, 2025•21 min•Ep. 184
For regular listeners, a brief update after a couple of unannounced weeks off-air, what happened, and when we'll be back in action (spoiler alert: v. soon!!). Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
Feb 17, 2025•5 min
This week on the show: Top tips for learning for high stakes exams Maintaining your sense of self-worth and protecting your mental health 4 top tips for keeping test-taking nerves at bay Advice for prospective / current nursing students Our guest today is Dr Morgan Taylor, an experienced advisor to nursing students. Today's conversation is mainly quite general and non-nursing specific, and relevant to anyone preparing for any high-stakes exam, though we do also dive into Morgan's specific passio...
Feb 02, 2025•30 min•Ep. 183
Today, we're talking neurodiversity in education. Whether you're a student with a neurodiverse brain, a parent to one or a teacher to one, today's episode is rich on practical advice to help you navigate the specific challenges you might have in the education system at school and college! My guest today is Christopher Wyatt, a diagnosed Autistic with ADHD as well as physical disabilities, who has also had extensive experience as a parent to neurodiverse children, a researcher, an educator, and a...
Jan 26, 2025•40 min•Ep. 182
How to concentrate on your studies? I’m going to be talking to one of the world’s leading authorities on how to manage your attention, and focus on what really matters to you, Professor Stefan van der Stigchel. We’ll be walking through an entire day of concentration to show you step-by-step what you can do to help maximise your focus, including: “Attention rituals” – learning from Darwin and Beethoven How to take effective breaks Designing your environment for maximum concentration Is it OK to l...
Jan 20, 2025•52 min•Ep. 181
Today, Nkechi L Ifediora joins us to break down her ABCD principles of smarter living: Assess / acceptance Boundaries Community Decision making Nkechi is a doctor, director, Mum, executive coach, writer and influencer, who's built a large following through her practical and compassionate advice on living smart. Join Nkechi's 50,000+ followers on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nkechilifedioraofficial/ And learn about her work and her book on her website: https://nkechilifediora.com/ The Exa...
Jan 12, 2025•27 min•Ep. 180
Finding the balance on a vacation or in a holiday season can be tricky. In this episode, you'll learn: All I Want For Christmas is to do the bajillion things I've been meaning to do all term/semester. How to prioritise effectively to avoid panic or disappointment. Don't They Know It's Christmas... and I've got work today? Managing relationships with family or friends in the holidays. Santa Claus Is Coming To Town... to visit a coffee shop or library - how to work around distractions in the holid...
Dec 22, 2024•12 min•Ep. 179
A year-end special: ask me anything about how to study, I'm answering your questions about learning, study habits and more. Today's questions include: Tips for maths and numerical subjects (1:45) How to improve when you're struggling (6:40) How to deal with a "bad teacher" (11:10) How to study at the last minute, and prioritise when time is limited (14:40) What to do when reviewing ahead of a new semester / term (18:55) Building motivation to learn a subject you're not enjoying (19:35) Daily lan...
Dec 15, 2024•28 min•Ep. 178
3 mistakes to avoid when taking your next exam. Featuring Lucy Parsons, from the School Success Formula podcast and lifemoreextraordinary.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...
Dec 08, 2024•23 min
My guest today is a non-traditional student and aspiring neurologist who shares her story of overcoming set backs and challenges, the power of resilience through difficult personal circumstances, and how to cultivate a growth mindset and overcoming beliefs that may be limiting your potential. Erika is also a mindset influencer and coach, find her on instagram @the_ErikaGrace. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher and study skills coach. I help ambitious stude...
Dec 01, 2024•28 min•Ep. 176
#4/4 in our "pep talks" mini series. Keeping it all in perspective! * 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...
Nov 19, 2024•12 min•Ep. 175
#3/4 in our "pep talks" mini series. Today, we're talking about connecting (or deepening your connection) with your sense of purpose in your studies. What's YOUR why? * 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/ THE SCHOLARS WAY mindset cou...
Nov 17, 2024•13 min•Ep. 174
#2/4 in our "pep talks" mini series in which I want to talk about releasing you from the overwhelming need to prepare perfectly. This is not a get out of jail free card that lets you off doing the work! Rather, this is about making peace with what is possible when the maths of how much you have to do simply doesn’t fit into the time you have available. Not always easy - here's some pointers to help in these situations. * Hosted by William Wadsworth, memory psychologist, independent researcher an...
Nov 11, 2024•11 min•Ep. 173
Stay hungry; be humble. Keep learning; be outstanding. An Exam Study Expert pep talk. Questions? Comments? Requests? Or just want to say "thanks" - send me a text message (I read them all!).
Nov 10, 2024•14 min•Ep. 172
Today's episode is all about taking core principles from other domains, and using them to help us study smarter and ace our exams. We'll be asking paramedics and emergency responders to help us respond to answers better. Musicians will teach us valuable lessons about preparing for the performance (or exam) not just being able to succeed well in the rehearsal (or pre-exam study). We'll learn when less can be more from athletes. High-end chefs will show us a thing or two about maintaining an effic...
Oct 27, 2024•20 min•Ep. 171
In this week's episode we're tackling the world of time management with expert and coach David Buck. We'll delve into: Finding focus Overcoming distractions Avoiding procrastination The importance of self-care And how to schedule your calendar for a healthy balance Mentioned in this episode: >> Episode 162: Stop Procrastinating & Start Studying Now With These 3 Powerful Methods >> Episode 39: Brian Tracy - Eat That Frog & Excel In School / College Find out more about David Bu...
Oct 20, 2024•39 min•Ep. 170
Today, we feature a listener who dreamed of earning a place at a top law school in Finland. Only 10% of candidates are accepted. It all comes down to a highly competitive exam, with a pile of learning material released just 30 days before exam day. She had failed before—would she make the cut this time? (Spoiler alert: yes, she did—tune in to find out what she did to eventually beat the exam!) Hers is a story of: Success after repeated attempts, not just through brute-force perseverance, but by ...
Oct 14, 2024•34 min•Ep. 169
