Subject: [Read] CFA study memorization techniques, flashcard methods, routines, and other tips

Also included are recent updates from CFA Institute and GARP ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌
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Hey there - I'm focusing on CFA study techniques this week. We've got 5 guides on this below:

Also included are recent updates from CFA Institute and GARP.


Read, comment, and let me know what you think!
Zee Tan, 300Hours

CFA Study Memorization Techniques

Sophie Macon • Study Tips

18 actionable ways to improve your memory, with CFA-exam-specific examples.

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How to Create Your Own Super-Effective CFA Flashcards

Christine Martinez • Study Tips

Sometimes you find them ridiculously useful, and sometimes you may find them a bit ineffective - why is that? It's how you use them.

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8 Simple Steps To Balance CFA Studies And Your Work

Sophie Macon • Study Wellness

Learn how to manage time more efficiently, increase study retention and still have a life whilst studying for the CFA exams

Our tried-and-tested tips ➔

The Seven Habits of Highly Effective CFA Exam Candidates

Sophie Macon • Study Tips

I've summarized the best practices you need to pass Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 (in one-go, preferably). All you need to do is apply these techniques consistently, track your progress and see the difference for yourself.

What highly effective CFA candidates do ➔

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How to Use Coffee Productively for Your CFA Exam Studies

Sophie Macon • Study Tips

As a coffee fan, I've experimented with the frequency and dosage of caffeine, monitoring its effect on my focus and productivity on my work and CFA Program studies.

How to make caffeine work productively for you ➔

"Likelihood of December Exam Cancellations": What Does CFA Institute's Latest Email Mean?

Zee Tan • News

Here's a breakdown of the messaging, what we think it means, and a couple points to consider when making your decision on whether to postpone your Dec20 exam to 2021.

Here's what's going on ➔

Dec20 vs 2021 CFA Exams: Should You Postpone?

Zee Tan • Analysis

Which would be better - Dec20 or a 2021 computer-based exam? Here are all the facts, analyses, and our recommendation.

To postpone, or not to postpone ➔

FRM Exam Moves to Computer-Based Testing From 2021

Sophie Macon • News

Just like the CFA exams, GARP has just announced last week that FRM exams would also be transitioning to computer-based testing (CBT) in 2021.

FRM's full transition plan and effects ➔

More guides, tips and stories ➔

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Hooman. Pls study kthxbai

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That moment when even your cat is looking at you, saying you should stop procrastinating and hit the books right meow. 😾

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