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In this video we’re going through the top 20 study tips that helped me smash my exams when I was at school, and do pretty well at Cambridge University medical school all while building this YouTube channel, having an actual social life, and enjoying the journey along the way. Enjoy xx

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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:26 Scope the subject
01:27 Focus on your weaknesses
02:25 Use a retrospective revision timetable
03:47 Notetaking is a waste of time
05:29 Focus on understanding
10:39 Do lots of mock exams
12:14 Use intentional flair
13:51 Bank points with coursework
14:19 Study with friends
15:10 Test each other
16:02 Read your friends’ essays
17:02 Have a workspace
18:04 Have time to unwind
19:17 Focus on enjoying the journey

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WHO AM I:
I’m Ali, a YouTuber, podcaster, soontobe author and exDoctor working in London, UK. I make videos that explore the strategies and tools that help us live happier, healthier and more productive lives. I also have a weekly podcast called Deep Dive (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChfo..., and I write a weekly email newsletter that contains some quick thoughts + links to interesting things (https://go.aliabdaal.com/subscribesu....

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