How to Make a Good Impression on Zoom (+ Make Your Professor Like You)

You might care about your online class. You might even find it interesting. But on Zoom, there’s a problem: your face doesn’t show it. Most of us have what I call a resting bothered face on video. Even when we’re focused, we can look bored, annoyed, or half-asleep. That matters—because on Zoom, your professor sees…

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The Introvert’s Guide to Academic Success: Building the Start-Up of You

Not every student thrives in the spotlight or seeks attention in class. Some speak after thinking, write instead of shout, and recharge in solitude, not crowds. These are the introverts—the thinkers, the listeners, the observers—who do have incredible potential but are often overlooked. As an academic coach, I work with students worldwide who don’t need…

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7 Tips to Speak Up and Keep Up in Class (Even if You’re an Introvert)

Are you struggling to speak up? As an introvert you may feel stressed out when having to participate in class, not because you lack ideas, but because the setting itself can feel overwhelming. While their minds are full of insightful thoughts, participating in fast-paced discussions can be exhausting or anxiety-inducing.   Here are five reasons…

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5 Must-Have Skills When Studying Abroad šŸŒŽšŸ’”

Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity to gain new experiences, explore different cultures, and build crucial life skills. However, it also comes with challenges that can make the study experience more complicated than expected. From adjusting to a new academic environment to navigating social and cultural differences, students often find themselves facing unexpected obstacles. Being…

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4 Must-Know Tips for High School Parents: Guiding Your Teen’s Success

Parents, ever wonder how to help your teen with academic challenges? You might think school teaches study skills for higher academic journeys. As a former high school teacher, I assure you schools can’t fully prepare for what’s beyond the finish line. Engage in class and study actively; very few master this challenge without extra help.…

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Top Test Preparation Tips for Students 15+ years

There comes a time where simply reading your notes is not gonna help you score good grades anymore. Understanding your test conditions can help you already while you study and prepare for your upcoming exam. The following are proven strategies that have helped many students improve test scores and prepare more effectively for exams.  …

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How to save time studying? RECALL vs. RECOGNITION for test preparation

Self-testing is a must before every test. But which study method saves time and also improves your memory?šŸ¤·šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø   While studying you might think, ā€ah I’ll think of that answer for sure, that seems easyā€¦ā€ but especially if you study fast, re-accessing your memory might be hard.   Self-testing is a must before every test!…

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What teachers don’t want you to know… (SPOILER: Your late night cramming sessions aren’t that useless! 😲🤫)

The truth about cramming? Keep readingā€¦šŸ˜‰ What would I have never told my students? The answer is easy… If you’re going through a late night study session, trying to cram all the information in before your test the next morning, you might hear your teacher’s voice in your head saying: āž”ļø ā€œStudying last minute is…

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