One of the most common methods when studying for large exams—long study sessions involving rereading material and highlighting notes—may not actually be the most effective. An article recently published in the Wall Street Journal explains that students who perform best on exams … Continue reading
Bar Prep and Full-Time Work – A Video Blog
Listen as Jay discusses how bar prep students can tackle the difficult task of studying for the bar exam while working a full-time job. It’s not easy–but it can be done! Stay connected with Personal Bar Prep on social media: … Continue reading
Getting Ready for the Hard Work of Bar Prep
As we gear up for a new bar prep session, it’s time to assess our readiness for the task ahead. Whether we’ve just finished law school or we’ve learned that we must face the task of preparing for the bar … Continue reading
Getting & Staying Motivated to Pass the Bar Exam
As the July bar approaches, many students ask me how to get motivated for the hard work ahead. Here are some thoughts to get–and stay in the proper mindset to prepare and pass the California bar exam: 1. Remember your goal. … Continue reading
How to Approach the Week Before the Bar Exam
You’ve spent months preparing for the bar exam and it’s finally down to the last week. A lot of students will start feeling their anxiety building in the days leading up the exam and it’s totally normal to be wondering … Continue reading
Take the Next Bar Exam–Don’t Wait!
After receiving disappointing bar exam results, it’s tempting for some students to delay taking the exam again. It’s especially tempting for students who failed the July bar exam to wait for the next July bar instead of re-attempting as soon … Continue reading
Q: Can I Work Full-Time and Prepare for the Bar Exam?
Students often ask me whether they can prepare for the bar exam and work at the same time. In a word, the answer is yes. It isn’t easy, but it can be done. Obviously, it’s ideal to have a block … Continue reading
Choosing a Bar Exam Tutor – Ask the Right Questions
Every day I talk to prospective students looking for a California bar exam tutor. I’ve been asked so many questions, but I think there are four really important questions that everyone should consider when searching for the right bar tutor. … Continue reading