This podcast provides simple studying advice for non-traditional students returning to education to advance their careers. You’re in the right place if you’re a mature student, distance or workplace learner (or all three like Chloe) and studying for a degree or professional qualification. Chloe Burroughs, study skills expert and author of The Return to Study Handbook, will teach you how to study effectively so that you can boost your academic confidence, get more done in less time, and achie ...
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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 prog…
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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 circu…
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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…
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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 o…
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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…
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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 w…
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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 t…
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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, sup…
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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…
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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 emb…
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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 st…
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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 li…
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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 le…
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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 academ…
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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 i…
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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 min…
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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 g…
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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 …
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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 bot…
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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.…
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#145 – Do you struggle with imposter syndrome sometimes in your studies? Do you ever feel like a bit of a fraud that isn’t good enough to be studying this subject at this level? Imposter syndrome can strike students in different ways. When you get a low grade it can make you believe that this is your limit and you’re not capable of achieving more. …
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#144 – It’s time for another interview episode with inspiring student, Lisa-Jane, who shares more about her university journey, how she integrates her studying into her busy family and work life, and how she’s achieving career progression despite only being part way through her degree. In this episode, Lisa-Jane shares about her journey to returnin…
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#143 – You could continue to beat yourself up about not being able to achieve your goals and stick to new habits…OR you could learn how to make study goal setting and habit forming easy. Whether you’re checking out this episode in the new year, the start of a new academic year, or a random Wednesday in March, this episode is going to help you figur…
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#142 – Sometimes you’re tired and unmotivated and the last thing you want to do is sit at your desk and force feed knowledge into your brain…but you know that you still need to make progress in your studies after an awful day. Sometimes the answer may be rest and some time away from your textbooks, but when you’ve got deadlines and big assessments …
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#141 – It may seem like a fairytale but I promise you it’s possible to get more studying done in less time. Without realising it, you are likely wasting a hefty amount of your precious time on ineffective and inefficient studying. And I know that you don’t have lots of time to waste. You wanna tick off those tasks and reach your academic goals WITH…
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#140 – Fed up of feeling overwhelmed by your studies? Whether you’ve got a to-do list the length of your arm or a big, scary task that you have no idea how to tackle, overwhelm is a not-so-great place to be in your studies. When you feel overwhelmed by your studies you lose motivation, you feel stressed and panicked and you end up making little to …
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#139 – It’s normal to have bad study days – where your workload is overwhelming, your tasks are really hard and for every step forward it feels like you fall two steps back. Well, in this week’s podcast you’re going to learn how to study with more positivity. We’ll talk about how to find studying a bit more smooth sailing so that you can ENJOY the …
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#138 – Have you ever wished you could be more lucky? That only the topics you know about appear on your exam paper? That you luck out and bosh out a great essay without too much effort? In this week’s episode I want to share exactly how to be more lucky. We’re going to break down what it means to be lucky and identify the steps we can take to be mo…
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#137 – Are you making these mistakes at the start of a new academic year? Whether you’re a new student or a returning student partway through a course, the start of a new academic year can be a stressful and overwhelming time. There’s a lot of expectations flying around - most of them of you from you! In this episode I’m going to walk through three…
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#136 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#135 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#134 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#133 – Do you want to know how to get more studying done each week? Without having to find more hours in the day? Without having to rely on your somewhat elusive motivation to study? If your answer is yes then this week’s podcast episode has got you covered. I’m going to introduce you to The Progress Principle as a way to build momentum so that you…
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#132 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#131 – I am a HUGE fan of studying in a way that fits into your life, and learning from home is a great option for many students, however there is one pretty hefty disadvantage of distance learning. Isolation. Studying at home alone. Studying without ever meeting your peers. Studying without much interaction with your tutor. There are lots of pract…
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#130 – There are some common traps that I see students fall into regularly and I don’t want that for you – so I’m going to share with you the things to stop doing in your studies right now that are holding you back and making you more stressed and overwhelmed. But I’m not just gonna share the things to stop doing in your studies…I’m also gonna shar…
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#129 – It can sometimes feel like the only thing standing between you and being able to achieve your dream university grades…is your intelligence or your innate academic abilities. I’ll admit that intelligence is ONE factor that impacts your academic achievement. But I’ve got some great news for you – there’s twelve more! In this episode I’m going …
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#128 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#127 – Welcome to Day 5 of my 5 Days to Better Study Habits challenge– the free challenge I’m running 24th - 28th January 2022 to help you learn exactly how to build (and stick to) great study habits so you can achieve the academic results you really want. Get involved by listening to this episode for my expert guidance then come join the party ove…
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#126 – Welcome to Day 4 of my 5 Days to Better Study Habits challenge– the free challenge I’m running 24th - 28th January 2022 to help you learn exactly how to build (and stick to) great study habits so you can achieve the academic results you really want. Get involved by listening to this episode for my expert guidance then come join the party ove…
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#125 – Welcome to Day 3 of my 5 Days to Better Study Habits challenge– the free challenge I’m running 24th - 28th January 2022 to help you learn exactly how to build (and stick to) great study habits so you can achieve the academic results you really want. Get involved by listening to this episode for my expert guidance then come join the party ove…
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#124 – Welcome to Day 2 of my 5 Days to Better Study Habits challenge– the free challenge I’m running 24th - 28th January 2022 to help you learn exactly how to build (and stick to) great study habits so you can achieve the academic results you really want. Get involved by listening to this episode for my expert guidance then come join the party ove…
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#123 – Welcome to Day 1 of my 5 Days to Better Study Habits challenge– the free challenge I’m running 24th - 28th January 2022 to help you learn exactly how to build (and stick to) great study habits so you can achieve the academic results you really want. Get involved by listening to this episode for my expert guidance then come join the party ove…
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#122 – Do you wish you knew how to write an essay conclusion? Do you struggle to know what you’re supposed to write in a conclusion? How long should it be? How is it different from an introduction? Well I’m going to answer all these questions and more in this week’s episode. You’re going to learn exactly how to write an essay conclusion that knocks…
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#121 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#120 – Studying online or as a mature student can feel pretty isolating at times, right? Well it’s time to feel less alone in your studies. In this episode we’re going to be talking about community. First, the benefits to your learning and confidence of finding and being a part of a supportive group of peers. Next, I want to walk you through the co…
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#119 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#118 – Do you find it easy to build good study habits? Or do you more often find yourself setting great intentions but rarely sticking to them? Well don’t worry cos you’re not alone. There’s a lot of misinformation about goal setting and habit building that I want to clear up. In this episode I’m going to share with you the three common mistakes st…
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#117 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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#116 – Welcome to another minisode of the Chloe Made Me Study podcast. Each Monday, I will release a super short episode designed to share one studying idea, strategy or mindset shift that will help you start your study week off feeling focused, productive and confident. These minisodes will help you shake off any negative studying baggage from the…
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