Effective time management techniques for teenagers in education?
Crafting a Study Timetable to aid time management The first essential time management technique for teenagers in education is creating a study schedule. This might seem like an obvious choice, but its effectiveness cannot be underestimated. The concept of this strategy involves drafting a document that encapsulates all your ongoing commitments such as sports clubs, […]
The Five Keys to Success: Transforming Your Overwhelmed Teenager from Surviving to Thriving
Is your son or daughter overwhelmed by exams, workload and life? Is your teenager struggling to keep up with academic pressures, feeling overwhelmed by exams and the demands of school, social life, and perhaps even personal development? You’re not alone, and there is a way out. As an academic performance coach and former head of […]
What Academic Performance Coach Certification Programs are there available?
Academic Performance Coach Certification Programs Here at Academic Performance Coaching, we aren’t interested in creating new certifications programs or additional qualifications for young people. We just want to focus on helping young people fulfil their potential. If you are interested in findout out more about our academic coaching programmes, then please email me: ross@theacademicperformancecoach.com. If […]
Ikigai: Finding Purpose, Passion and Motivation to Study in Your Life
Ikigai and the motivation to study: Welcome! In this article, we dive deep into a concept that can help you craft your long-term goals and find clarity in your life’s journey as well as helping find that crucial motivation to revise – the Japanese concept of Ikigai. If you’re grappling with finding your unique direction […]
Strategies for Exam Stress: Finding Calm Amidst the Academic Storm
The clock is ticking, the pages seem endless, and your mind races at a mile a minute. Sound familiar? It’s a scene that countless students can relate to. Exam stress, with its sweaty palms and racing heart, is an all-too-familiar demon for many. But it doesn’t have to be this way. There are effective strategies […]
Academic Performance Coach vs. Online Tutor: Navigating the Overwhelm
The journey through academia is seldom smooth. Between rigorous exams, revision schedules, and the pressure to excel, students often feel overwhelmed. While many turn to online tutors to help navigate this maze, an increasing number are discovering the unique advantages of working with an academic performance coach. But what makes a coach a better fit […]
The Cornell Note Taking System: A Comprehensive Guide for Effective Study
Every student understands the importance of comprehensive notes, but not all note-taking strategies are created equal. Enter the Cornell Note Taking System – a structured, systematic approach to capturing and reviewing class information. Developed by Walter Pauk at Cornell University, this method not only assists in note organisation but also enhances recall and comprehension. Cornell […]
The 3 Most Effective Revision Methods: A Deep Dive
Introduction In the academic arena, not all revision methods are created equal. To truly grasp and retain complex subjects, it’s essential to harness effective revision methods that align with how the human brain learns best. Whether you’re a dedicated student or a supportive parent, understanding these methods can offer a direct route to academic excellence. […]
Harnessing the power of goal setting to boost GCSE and A-Level grades.
In this article, we will cover: Why set goals? Broadly speaking, as humans, we are goal oriented. Whether that goal is to hunt and gather enough food to survive the day or to become a CEO. Once we have set a goal, typically we focus our efforts and work toward achieving that goal. However, with […]
Why an Academic Performance Coach Trumps Private Tutors for Maths and Physics
In this post, you’ll learn: The Conventional Path: Private Tutors Private tutors for maths and physics can undoubtedly play a pivotal role in a student’s educational journey. They often offer: The Game Changer: Academic Performance Coach An academic performance coach, on the other hand, offers a comprehensive approach that addresses not just subject proficiency but […]