The ultimate portable study tool: How to make, use and organise flashcards

Flashcards aren’t just for kids. They’re for everyone. I’m a big fan of this study strategy. In fact, I’ve recently developed a habit of carrying flashcards around with me wherever I go. That’s the beauty of flashcards. They’re small and portable. Unlike a heavy textbook, they’re easy to throw in your bag or pocket. If […]

Superpower your study with active recall

Take a moment to think of your favourite restaurant . . . Do you tend to order the same dish every time you go there? I have a tendency to do this. It’s safe. It’s easy. It’s consistently good. We can also be like this with the way we study. For instance, I used to […]

A study method for time poor students who swim

“I’ve got no time to study!” I hear people say this a lot, especially students who are training to become elite athletes. On top of going to school, these students are often training for 15-30 hours every week. So I’m often asked . . . “How do I find time to study? Do you have […]

The transformative power of whiteboards

I have whiteboards located all over my house. Take a tour of my home and you’ll see whiteboards in my office, dining room, bedroom and kitchen. These whiteboards, covered in scribbled text and bad drawings, make my house look a little quirky. But upon closer inspection, you’ll see that these whiteboards help me to work […]