ACADEMIC SKILLS TOPICS
Developing Good Study Habits
Developing good study habits is essential for getting the kinds of grades and test scores that will get you into medical school. Listen to us share some the wisdom we’ve learned about time management, passive vs. active learning, procrastination, cramming, distractions, finding meaning in learning, and asking for help. This is a great overview to give you ideas for ways to improve your personal study habits during your next quarter/semester.
Test-Taking Skills
Do you want to get better at taking tests? In this episode we review some of the keys to improving test-taking skills, including: deciphering key concepts, combating test anxiety, finishing tests on time, and some specific tips and tricks to help you on multiple-choice exams. As usual, we share some of our own experiences and wisdom to help you get better at acing your tests!
Finding a Mentor
Nobody who becomes a doctor does it all alone. We all need mentors — people to give us advice, constructive feedback, and encouragement along the way. In this episode, we discuss how to go about finding a mentor, or multiple mentors, to help you along your path to becoming a doctor (or whatever else you choose to become). We offer advice on how to identify possible mentors, how to overcome the fear of approaching a potential mentor, and what to do if you encounter someone who discourages rather than encourages you.