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#165 – In this episode, I delve into the challenges of balancing study with work and family life, offering insights and strategies tailored for adult learners.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or lacking confidence in your learning abilities, you're not alone. Together, we'll explore how focusing on small, achievable steps can lead to significant progress in reaching your study goals.Through practical advice and real-life examples, I'll share five key strategies to help you shift your mindset, build momentum, and transform your study habits.
We'll discuss the importance of a positive trajectory over fixed goals, embracing the journey, and bouncing back from setbacks.
Tune in to discover how you can make lasting changes to your approach, gain control over your studies, and ultimately achieve your academic and personal aspirations.
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#164 – If you’re curious about how to study like a First Class student and whether aiming for top grades is the right approach for you, this episode is your guide.
I explore the benefits of adopting a First Class mindset and study habits, explaining why every student can benefit from aiming high, regardless of their current grades or personal circumstances.
In this episode, you’ll discover practical strategies to help you achieve your academic goals and enjoy the process.
We’ll delve into the importance of strategic study techniques, effective note-taking, and cultivating a resilient growth mindset to enhance your learning journey.
I’ll share actionable steps to transform your study habits and boost your confidence, empowering you to take control of your education.
Whether you’re balancing studies with work or family life, this episode offers insights to help you study smarter, not harder, and reach for that First Class degree or its equivalent.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode164.
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#163 – In this week's episode, I reveal a powerful perspective shift that can make your studying easier and transform your academic journey.
Whether you're juggling work, family, or both, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressure of achieving good grades. You might even find yourself confused by inconsistent results — feeling confident about an essay only to receive a disappointing mark, or the opposite.
But what if I told you that the secret to success lies in focusing less on the results and more on the process?Join me as I break down how you can take control of your learning by improving your study habits, strategies, and mindset.
We'll explore practical steps to boost your motivation, maintain focus, and develop efficient study routines.
By the end of this episode, you'll feel empowered to tackle your studies with renewed confidence and clarity, knowing that the right process will lead to the results you desire.
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#162 – In this episode, I dive into how to harness productive struggle throughout the essay writing process.
Writing essays can be overwhelming, with countless opportunities to feel panicky and unsure.
This episode is packed with practical strategies to turn your struggle into a powerful tool for writing better essays.
I’ll help you recognise and overcome unproductive struggle, adopt a growth mindset, become a master problem solver, and take care of yourself during the writing process.
Whether you're grappling with understanding essay questions, planning, or editing, I’ll guide you step-by-step from blank page to finished essay.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode162.
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#161 – In this episode, I delve into the transformative power of Bloom's Taxonomy for essay writing.
You'll discover how this powerful framework, developed by educational psychologist Benjamin Bloom, can help you deepen your understanding, better interpret essay questions, allocate your word count effectively, and self-assess your writing skills.
I'll guide you through the six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy, showing you how to harness each one to enhance your essays and achieve higher grades.
Whether you're balancing study with work or family commitments, this episode offers practical strategies to boost your confidence and elevate your academic performance.
Tune in to unlock the secrets to writing better essays with Bloom's Taxonomy!
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode161.
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#160 – In this episode, I dive into the biggest barrier to higher essay grades, exploring what truly holds you back from achieving the grades you desire.
By listening, you'll uncover actionable insights to help you break through these barriers and enhance your essay writing skills.
I address common challenges adult learners face, from not knowing what skills to improve, to struggling with time management and understanding feedback.
This episode is packed with practical advice and empathetic understanding, ensuring you feel supported and empowered to take control of your academic journey.
Tune in to discover how to turn feedback into progress and elevate your essay grades to reflect your hard work and determination.
To get the links and show notes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode160.
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#159 – In this episode, I dive into a major stumbling block for many students: how to actually answer your essay question.
I introduce my innovative Braid Method, designed to help you stay on track and avoid tangents that can cost you valuable marks
Then, I break down common reasons why essays go off course and provide practical, actionable steps to ensure your writing remains focused and aligned with the question, guidance, and marking criteria.
Whether you're struggling with understanding the question, maintaining focus while writing, or identifying when you've strayed off-topic, this episode will equip you with the tools to produce structured, coherent essays that meet the highest standards.
Tune in to transform your essay-writing approach and achieve those top marks you’re aiming for.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode159.
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#158 – In this episode, I dive into the PEEL method, a powerful tool for crafting clear and persuasive essay paragraphs.
Whether you're aiming for a first class essay or just looking to improve your writing skills, this episode will provide you with practical steps to enhance your essay structure.
I'll explain how to make your points stand out, support them with solid evidence, and ensure your arguments are clear and convincing.
By mastering the PEEL method, you can make your essays more structured and compelling, ultimately boosting your marks and confidence.
Join me to learn how to write paragraphs that truly shine.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode158.
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#157 – In this episode of "Chloe Made Me Study," I am kicking off a six-part series on essay writing with a deep dive into the five essential requirements of a first class essay.
I’ll break down the core elements that make an essay stand out, from constructing a logical argument to staying within the word count.
Then, I’ll share the common problems students face, such as unclear writing and straying from the essay question, and offer practical solutions to overcome these hurdles.
Whether you're balancing work, family, and study, or just looking to boost your grades, this episode provides actionable steps to help you write clearer, more focused essays that impress your tutors.
Tune in to transform your academic writing and achieve those dream first class grades!
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode157.
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#156 – In this episode, I dive into the transformative concept of productive struggle and how it can be a secret weapon for your academic success.
I’ll demystify what productive struggle actually is, highlighting the difference between productive and unproductive struggle. Then, I’ll share 7 simple, practical strategies to help you navigate and embrace productive struggle, so you can use the challenges in your studying to deepen your learning, improve your skills and achieve higher grades.
With productive struggle nailed, you’ll learn how to boost your confidence, improve memory retention, and apply your learning to real-world scenarios.
This episode is packed with practical advice and empathetic guidance, making it a must-listen for adult learners balancing studies with work and family responsibilities. Tune in to discover how to convert frustration into progress so you can achieve your academic goals.
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#155 – the podcast is back babyyyy!
In this reintroduction episode, I share my personal adult learning journey, detailing how I transformed from a struggling student to achieving a first-class degree. You'll hear about the bumps along the road, the lessons learned, and the strategies I developed that led me to now running my own business helping students worldwide as a study skills and mindset coach.
I’ll share my (very) honest experiences with academic setbacks, the importance of developing effective study habits, and the absolutely vital role of mindset in higher learning.
Tune in to discover practical tips and get a sneak peek into what to expect from the upcoming episodes. Whether you're balancing work, family, and studies or facing low confidence in your learning abilities, this episode is packed with insights to support your studying journey.
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#154 – In this episode, you’ll learn the do’s and don’ts of academic writing to help you write a great essay. We’ll start by highlighting seven common mistakes that lead to subpar essays – or what I refer to as shite essays. Because learning what NOT to do can really help you get clear on what you should do instead. These pitfalls include issues like procrastination, haphazard planning, and overlooking feedback.
Next, cos I’m not gonna leave you hanging, I’ll walk you through 7 ways to write a great essay, sharing practical strategies and insights to elevate your writing game. Learn how to start early, plan effectively, answer the essay question correctly, organise your ideas, back up your arguments with evidence, write with clarity and conciseness, and leverage feedback to continuously improve.
Whether you’re aiming for top grades or you’d like to become a better writer or you’d just like essay writing to be bloody easier, this episode will equip you with the essential skills to take you from shite to stellar so you can write a great essay.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode154.
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#153 – If you've ever wondered how to graduate with your dream grades, here’s your roadmap. Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and stressed out on your academic journey? It's time to break free from that cycle.
In this episode, we'll explore the powerful concept that results are a product of behaviors, which are rooted in your identity. You’ll learn how to embrace your identity as a dedicated student and lifelong learner and shift your perspective from "studying as a task" to "studying as part of who you are."
We'll also dive deep into why habits can be so challenging to change. You’ll understand the invisible force that tries to keep you in your comfort zone and how to overcome it. You’ll learn how to accumulate evidence of your capabilities, making it easier to stay on track until, ultimately, it will feel weird not to be the student who consistently works towards their dream grades.
Tune into this episode and start building your evidence bank to become the epic student and learner you aspire to be. Let's make your dream grades a reality!
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#152 – Are you ready to embark on your best academic year ever?
Getting ready for the new academic year is about more than buying new stationery and setting up your study space. It IS possible to take a few simple, intentional actions now to set the stage for an easier studying life AND epic grades.
The weeks leading up to the start of a new academic year can be filled with anticipation and uncertainty. Whether you're a first-time student or a seasoned scholar, it's normal to have a mix of emotions as you prepare for the challenges ahead.
In this episode, I’m here to help you use this time effectively so you can start your next classes feeling organised, motivated, focused and confident.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode152.
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#151 – Are you struggling to find your perfect study strategies? You’ve run out of ideas or you’re worried that your current study techniques just aren’t that efficient or effective.
In this episode, we'll uncover the unique challenges adult learners face, such as time management amidst busy schedules and limited study time – and just why it’s so important that your study strategies work for you…and not just take up your precious time each week without yielding epic grades.
Imposter syndrome often creeps in, making you doubt your abilities, but fear not because this episode will equip you with mindset strategies to boost your confidence and motivation. We’ll also delve into the power of a growth mindset and explore how this belief in your ability to grow can transform your academic journey.
You’ll discover a step-by-step process to unearth and find your perfect study strategies that resonate with your learning style and commitments. You’ll learn the importance of self-assessment, starting small with experimentation, and embracing setbacks as opportunities for growth.
This episode offers actionable insights to navigate your studying challenges, enhance your academic success and it will pave the way for achieving your dream grades without burnout.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode151.
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#150 – In this episode, we delve into the art of bouncing back from study disappointment. Whether your grades are really low or just not as high as you’d like, learn how to bounce back with a resilient mindset, turning setbacks into stepping stones towards the grades you really want.
Join us as we explore proven strategies to cultivate a growth mindset, leverage self-awareness, and transform disappointment into motivation and a catalyst for growth. Get ready to unlock your potential and gain actionable insights and techniques to navigate academic setbacks and emerge stronger on your learning journey.
To get the links and shownotes for this episode, head to: https://chloeburroughs.com/episode150.
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#149 – In the previous episode (148) we looked at her positive studying traits, so now we’re going to look at the reasons why Hermione Granger is NOT a great student.
Some of her behaviours are OK at a certain dose but Hermione takes them to an unhelpful or unhealthy level. Then, some of her qualities are not great at all.
In this episode, you’re going to discover how to distinguish between the traits that make someone a great student, and the traits that are celebrated but that actually will hinder your success, leave you kinda hating studying, and impact your career.
You’ll walk away with some solid studying and mindset advice that will allow you to make faster progress towards your dream grades AND set you up for confident, motivated lifelong learning and career success.
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#148 – As role models go, the character of Hermione Granger could offer some pretty good studying advice.
Harry Potter’s Hermione Granger is known for being a hard worker, a diligent student and a lover of learning. Yes, she has her faults – look out for next week’s episode for what *not* to emulate from her learning style – but there are a lot of lessons that you as an adult learner can apply to see great results.
In this episode, I’m going to share with you 5 magical pieces of studying advice from Hermione Granger – the traits and qualities that make her a great student. You’ll walk away knowing how to apply these to your unique studying situation to study with more discipline and motivation and to help you achieve higher university grades.
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#147 – It’s pitched as the *most* important study skill, but why is it so goddamn hard to be consistent with your studies as an adult learner?
When you’re studying alongside a busy life – as a distance learner, mature student or a workplace learner – it’s pretty hard to study in an unchangeable rhythm.
And trying to do so and failing can really bottom out your motivation and mindset.
In this episode we’re going to tackle why it’s so hard to be consistent with your studies – and you’ll learn what to focus on instead.
Because I would argue that there’s a more important trait that is *much* easier for adult learners to embody. Nail this and you’ll bounce back faster from studying setbacks, be able to flex your studying around your busy life, become a more resilient, confident learner…all so you can graduate with the grades you really want.
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#146 – Studying as an adult is hardddd, but it is definitely possible to achieve more confident and resilient learning. Working on your mindset and learning some key confidence strategies can shift your perspective and help you study with more self-compassion, self-awareness and self-confidence – so you can graduate with the grades you really want.
In this week’s episode we’re going to learn some key studying lessons from a recent event – Lewis Capaldi’s 2023 Glastonbury performance and subsequent announcement that he is taking a break from touring.
Now whether you’re a Lewis Capaldi fan or know, or even whether or not you know him, this episode is going to analyse what happened and identify three key lessons that you can apply straight away to your studying to achieve more confident and resilient learning.
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