Guides
Study habits — Notes, questions, and ways of studying that hold up.
- Apply Interleaving to Your Study RoutineMix different types of problems or subjects to deepen learning and transfer.
- Learn to Ask Better QuestionsDevelop curiosity and critical thinking by crafting insightful questions.
- Learn to Take Better NotesExplore note-taking systems like Cornell, mind mapping, and digital tools to improve learning.
- Learn to Use the Feynman TechniqueSimplify and teach concepts to master any subject deeply.
- Master the Cornell Note-Taking SystemUse the Cornell method to organize notes and boost retention.
- Practice Peer Teaching for Deeper LearningTeach others to reinforce your own understanding and communication skills.
- Use Interleaving in Study SessionsMix topics and question types for deeper learning.
Memory — Spaced repetition, retrieval, and remembering on purpose.
- Develop Better Study HabitsAdopt evidence-based study techniques for better retention and test performance.
- Learn to Use Anki Like a ProMaster Anki features and workflows for spaced repetition and memory.
- Learn to Use Flashcards EffectivelyMaximize recall and retention with best practices for digital and physical flashcards.
- Learn to Use Memory PalacesVisualize information in imaginary locations to aid recall.
- Learn to Use Spaced Repetition for MemoryBoost retention and recall with spaced repetition tools and techniques.
- Make Learning Stick with ElaborationConnect ideas and explain concepts in your own words.
- Master Dual Coding for MemoryCombine words and visuals to improve retention and recall.
- Master the Forgetting CurveTime your reviews to maximize memory retention.
- Memorize Poetry for Brain TrainingSharpen memory, attention, and language skills by memorizing and reciting poetry.
- Practice Retrieval for Long-Term MemoryUse retrieval practice to make learning stick.
- Practice Retrieval Practice for Better RecallUse quizzes and self-testing to strengthen your memory and learning.
- Practice Sketchnoting for LearningCombine doodles and notes to improve memory and engagement.
- Practice Spaced Repetition with AppsUse digital tools like Anki or Quizlet to optimize review intervals.
- The Forgetting Curve: Why We Forget and How to RememberIn 1885, German psychologist Hermann Ebbinghaus made a discovery that would revolutionize our understanding of memory.
- The Science of Spaced Repetition: Building Lasting MemoryImagine if you could remember 90% of what you learn, permanently.
- Use Dual Coding for Better RecallCombine visuals and words for more effective learning.
- Use Elaboration to Make Learning StickConnect new information to what you already know for deeper understanding.
Focus and time — Attention, flow, and the hours you have.
- Build a Digital Organization SystemUse folders, tags, and tools to keep your digital life tidy and efficient.
- Build a Personal Knowledge BaseOrganize your learning with digital tools like Notion, Obsidian, or Roam Research.
- Build a Personal Motivation SystemIdentify what drives you and create routines that keep you inspired.
- Build a Personal Study PlaylistCurate music that boosts focus, motivation, and mood for study sessions.
- Build Consistency with Habit StackingUse habit stacking to create routines that stick and boost productivity.
- Develop Healthy Study Break HabitsTake effective breaks to recharge and avoid burnout during long study sessions.
- Improve My Focus and Attention SpanLearn science-backed methods to boost focus, block distractions, and get more done.
- Learn How to Set Up a Distraction-Free Study SpaceOptimize your environment to improve focus and productivity during study sessions.
- Learn How to Use Timers and Alarms EffectivelyLeverage digital tools to manage time and keep study sessions on track.
- Learn Mindful Meditation for FocusPractice meditation techniques to improve focus, reduce stress, and enhance learning.
- Learn the Pomodoro Technique for Test PrepBoost your focus by studying in short, effective intervals with built-in breaks.
- Learn to Manage Digital DistractionsSet boundaries and use tools to minimize distractions from devices and apps.
- Learn to Set and Achieve GoalsSet SMART goals and create action plans to achieve them in school, work, or life.
- Learn to Set SMART GoalsSet Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound goals for academic and personal growth.
- Learn to Use Flow States for ProductivityTrigger and sustain flow for deep work and creative breakthroughs.
- Master the Pomodoro TechniqueUse the Pomodoro Technique to break work into focused intervals and boost productivity.
- Master Time Management for Busy StudentsDevelop time management skills and tools to balance school, test prep, and life.
- Master Time Management for Test PrepLearn proven strategies to organize your study schedule, avoid procrastination, and maximize your prep time.
- Practice Mindful ListeningImprove comprehension and relationships by being fully present while listening.
Reading and writing — Read faster and better; write clearly under pressure.
- Analytical WritingDeveloping well-structured, persuasive essays for exams like GRE and GMAT AWA sections.
- Boost My Reading SpeedPractice techniques to read faster and retain more for school, work, or fun.
- Develop Speed Reading SkillsLearn advanced speed reading techniques for faster comprehension.
- Expand My VocabularyUse spaced repetition and context to learn new words.
- Improve My Vocabulary for Standardized TestsExpand your vocabulary with targeted word lists, mnemonics, and context-based learning.
- Learn to Diagram a Sentence BetterUnderstand grammar and sentence structure by learning how to diagram sentences step-by-step.
- Learn to Skim and Scan TextsQuickly identify key points and details in reading passages.
- Learn to Summarize Texts EffectivelyExtract key points and main ideas from readings and lectures.
- Master Essay Writing for ExamsPlan, draft, and revise high-scoring essays for standardized tests.
- Master Sentence Equivalence QuestionsDevelop strategies and practice for sentence equivalence problems on the GRE and other exams.
- Master Test-Taking for Open-Ended QuestionsDevelop strategies for tackling essays, short answers, and constructed response questions.
- Mastering Reading Comprehension StrategiesReading Comprehension (RC) is more than just reading words; it's about understanding meaning, context, and authorial intent.
- Practice Active Reading for ComprehensionEngage with texts using annotation, questioning, and summarizing to boost understanding.
- Reading ComprehensionStrategies and practice for understanding complex texts across exams.
- Vocabulary BuildingStrategies and practice for expanding vocabulary for exams like SAT, GRE, and general literacy.
Test strategy — What to do before, during, and after an exam.
- Apply the Yerkes-Dodson Curve to LifeOptimize stress and arousal for peak performance in any area.
- Apply the Yerkes-Dodson Curve to Test PerformanceFind your optimal arousal zone for peak performance on exams and in life.
- Conquering Test Anxiety: Strategies for Calm and FocusTest anxiety is a common experience, a type of performance anxiety where the pressure of an exam leads to debilitating stress.
- Develop a Pre-Exam RitualCreate a calming, confidence-boosting routine before every test.
- Develop a Test Review SystemCreate a process for reviewing and learning from past exams.
- Develop Test-Taking Strategies for Multiple ChoiceLearn how to approach multiple choice questions efficiently and avoid common traps.
- Learn How to Review Mistakes EffectivelyTurn errors into learning opportunities by analyzing and reflecting on mistakes.
- Learn to Manage Test Day LogisticsPrepare everything you need for a smooth, stress-free test day.
- Master Mindful Test-TakingCombine mindfulness and test strategies to stay calm and focused during exams.
- Master Self-Testing for Exam SuccessUse practice questions and quizzes to prepare for real exams.
- Practice Box Breathing for CalmUse box breathing to calm nerves before exams or presentations.
- Practice the "Mental Paper" TechniqueApply Eric's original method for visualizing and organizing thoughts before writing or problem-solving.
- Practice Visualization for SuccessUse mental imagery to boost confidence and performance on tests and in life.
Exam topics — The math, logic, and science the big tests ask about.
- Auditing ConceptsUnderstanding audit processes, standards, and reporting for CPA AUD.
- Business Law & RegulationKey legal principles relevant to business operations for CPA REG.
- Financial Accounting & ReportingCore concepts for CPA FAR including GAAP, financial statements, and transaction analysis.
- GMAT Number Properties MasteryConquer number properties questions with strategies for divisibility, primes, odds/evens, and more.
- Help My Child with MathPractical ways to support your child's math learning, even if you're not a math expert.
- Improve Graph and Chart InterpretationRead and analyze data visualizations for science and math tests.
- Improve Logical & Critical ReasoningSharpen your reasoning skills with logic games, argument analysis, and critical thinking drills.
- Improve on Rates and Work Problems for Standardized TestsMaster strategies for solving rates, work, and time questions on exams like the GMAT, GRE, and SAT.
- Improve Rate, Work, and Mixture ProblemsTackle rate, work, and mixture questions with confidence.
- Logical ReasoningMastering principles of argumentation, identifying flaws, and making valid inferences. Crucial for LSAT.
- LSAT Logical Reasoning: Building a Strong FoundationThe Logical Reasoning (LR) section of the LSAT is designed to test your ability to analyze arguments, identify assumptions, draw valid conclusions, and spot reasoning flaws.
- Master Data Sufficiency QuestionsDevelop advanced strategies for GMAT data sufficiency and similar logic-based math problems.
- Master GMAT Data SufficiencyTackle the trickiest GMAT question type with proven frameworks and practice sets.
- Master Math Fact FluencyQuickly recall basic math facts for speed and accuracy.
- Master Scientific Reasoning for ACT/SATTackle science passages and questions with confidence.
- Master Word Problems on Standardized TestsBreak down and solve complex word problems efficiently.
- Practice Estimation TechniquesUse estimation to check answers and save time on math questions.
- Quantitative LiteracyFundamental math skills, data interpretation, and problem-solving for K-12 and entrance exams.
- Science ReasoningInterpreting scientific data, experimental design, and critical analysis for exams like MCAT.
- Speed Up My Mental MathLearn techniques and practice routines to calculate faster and more accurately in your head.
- Triangles for Test PrepMaster triangle properties, rules, and problem types for standardized tests.
- Understand Basic Statistics for Data LiteracyLearn essential statistics concepts for interpreting data in school, work, or everyday life.
- Weighted Averages for Test PrepLearn to solve weighted average problems with confidence for GMAT, GRE, and SAT.
Mindset — Grit, growth, and getting better at getting better.
- Apply the Inchworm Principle for GrowthBalance strengths and weaknesses for continuous improvement.
- Build Grit for Long-Term GoalsDevelop perseverance and resilience for big, ambitious goals.
- Develop Growth MindsetUnlock your potential by learning how to embrace challenges and persist through setbacks.
- Discover Your Myers-Briggs Type and Apply ItFigure out your MBTI personality type and use it to tailor your learning and growth strategies.
- Explore the Zone of Proximal DevelopmentLearn how to stretch your skills just beyond your current ability for optimal growth.
- How to Develop GritBuild perseverance, resilience, and a never-give-up attitude for long-term goals.
- How to Develop Range as a LearnerExpand your skills and interests across disciplines for creativity and adaptability.
- Learn the Inchworm Concept for Skill DevelopmentApply the "inchworm" approach from The Mental Game of Poker to balance your strengths and weaknesses.
- Master Mental Models for Problem SolvingApply powerful mental models like Feynman Technique, First Principles, and Second-Order Thinking to tackle complex problems.
- Master Mindset Shifts for SuccessAdopt new ways of thinking to overcome obstacles and grow.
- Practice Deliberate Practice for Skill MasteryUse focused, feedback-driven practice to rapidly improve any skill.
- Practice Mind MappingUse mind maps to connect ideas and improve creative problem-solving.
- Tapping Into Your Inner Artist (Even If You're Not an Artist)Unlock creativity and self-expression by exploring art, music, or creative writing—no prior experience required.
- Understand Myelin and Apply ItDiscover how myelin impacts skill acquisition and how to practice for deep learning.
Wellbeing — Sleep, breath, feelings, and the people around you.
- Build a Better Sleep RoutineLearn the science of sleep and build habits for better rest and performance.
- Build Resilience to Academic SetbacksCultivate a growth mindset and bounce back from setbacks with proven strategies.
- Develop a Growth Mindset for LearningAdopt beliefs and habits that help you embrace challenges and persist through setbacks.
- Develop Resilience for Academic SetbacksBounce back from failures and keep moving forward.
- Learn Mindful Box BreathingPractice box breathing to reduce stress, increase focus, and manage anxiety in daily life or test situations.
- Learn to Label My Feelings BetterBuild emotional vocabulary and self-awareness for better communication and well-being.
- Making Bids for AttentionRecognize and respond to bids for attention to strengthen personal and professional relationships.
- Master Habit FormationLearn the science and strategies behind building habits that last.
- Mastering the FACES FlowLearn and apply the FACES flow for emotional regulation and resilience.
- Navigating SufferingDevelop strategies to face, process, and grow through difficult experiences.
- Practice Body Scan MeditationUse body scan techniques to reduce stress and increase focus before tests or study.
- Practice Gratitude JournalingBoost happiness and resilience by recording things you're grateful for.
- Practice Mindful EatingBuild healthy eating habits and awareness with simple mindfulness techniques.
- Practice Mindful Self-CompassionDevelop self-kindness and resilience with mindfulness and self-compassion exercises.
- Practice Self-Compassion During StudyCultivate kindness and patience with yourself as you learn.
- Practice Self-Reflection for GrowthUse journals and prompts to reflect and accelerate your learning journey.
- Relational Bank AccountsUnderstand and nurture your relationships by making regular positive deposits.
- Seeing the Whole PersonPractice empathy and holistic understanding in every interaction.
- The Power of ForgivenessExplore the science and practice of forgiveness for emotional freedom and healthier relationships.
Career — Speaking, building a name, and a first program.
- Build a Personal Brand OnlineStep-by-step guide to growing your online presence and credibility for career or business.
- Improve My Public Speaking SkillsGain confidence and clarity in public speaking with practical exercises and feedback.
- Learn Python BasicsA practical, no-fluff introduction to Python for total beginners—students, parents, or career changers.