How to Study Smarter, Not Harder: The Cambridge System

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❤️ Work harder. Study more. You've heard these words before, but sometimes it can feel like you’re getting nowhere despite all the hard work and effort you’re putting in. I want to offer an alternative - these are 7 simple key habits I’ve built in my 7 years at Cambridge University which are all about finding smarter ways to study, achieving more while working less.
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The Pomodoro Technique by Francesco Cirillo
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Eat That Frog! by Brian Tracy
geni.us/eatthatfrog_
Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang
geni.us/restbook
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Understanding the Pareto principle (The 80/20 rule)
asana.com/resources/pareto-pr...
The 80-20 Rule (aka Pareto Principle): What It Is, How It Works
www.investopedia.com/terms/1/...
How Resting More Can Boost Your Productivity
greatergood.berkeley.edu/arti...
The Pomodoro Technique
todoist.com/productivity-meth...
The Rule of 52 and 17: It's Random, But it Ups Your Productivity
www.themuse.com/advice/the-ru...
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“States of Curiosity Modulate Hippocampus-Dependent Learning via the Dopaminergic Circuit”www.cell.com/neuron/fulltext/...

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  • @user-mp9yu2mv1e
    @user-mp9yu2mv1e9 ай бұрын

    🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 📚 Studying smarter, not harder, is crucial for academic success. 01:08 💼 Co-working with friends enhances camaraderie, accountability, and effectiveness. 02:36 🧠 Apply the 80/20 rule: Focus on core topics for 80% of results in studying. 04:17 🤔 Curiosity boosts learning efficiency; being genuinely curious aids memory. 06:23 💤 Rest and breaks improve productivity and creative thinking. 08:53 ⏱️ Pomodoro Technique (25-min focused intervals) enhances motivation and learning. 10:31 📅 Scheduling three study blocks daily diversifies learning while maintaining focus. 11:25 🐸 Tackle difficult tasks early in the day for better productivity. Made with HARPA AI

  • @doetah

    @doetah

    9 ай бұрын

    appreciate it

  • @magorzata8090

    @magorzata8090

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks 😊💗

  • @Vermontist1

    @Vermontist1

    6 ай бұрын

    The background "music" is extremely distracting and irritating. I can't watch this

  • @jiayuclip

    @jiayuclip

    5 ай бұрын

    @@Vermontist1 bro you should really stop watching tiktok and build your attention span

  • @isalutfi
    @isalutfi9 ай бұрын

    I love your accent. I wish I would study at Cambridge one day.

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    Izzy has a POSh accent

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    You gotta have the grade dude

  • @belleringr6377

    @belleringr6377

    9 ай бұрын

    Me too! 😊

  • @serenasurg4465

    @serenasurg4465

    9 ай бұрын

    Early lovely tone and accent

  • @chingizkhan41

    @chingizkhan41

    7 ай бұрын

    Stop hitting on my girlfriend

  • @originalvisual3203
    @originalvisual32039 ай бұрын

    I‘m finally starting university after working for three years after high school. I used to watch these types of videos and get really overwhelmed but now I finally feel like I‘m ready and get excited thinking of what I‘m about to learn. Thank you for sharing your tips, i will definitely use them💓

  • @carloserr1435

    @carloserr1435

    2 ай бұрын

    Hey, I hope you're doing well in school right now. It's really admirable that you've worked hard prior to enrolling, and I'm glad you're in school now!

  • @DOC8052
    @DOC80526 ай бұрын

    Make learning as fun as possible. As a former medical student, I used totally other techniques for learning. Taking multiple breaks when brain gives signal to do so ( not a clock), breaks for music listening, breaks walking out in nature etc.. Reward your brain with these breaks. Follow what works for you.

  • @11_5-lethingockhanh3

    @11_5-lethingockhanh3

    6 ай бұрын

    OMG, I really love your sharing.

  • @luqmanali3132
    @luqmanali31329 ай бұрын

    Love watching your videos. This video brings back memories of my time at Cambridge studying Computer Science.

  • @fr5363
    @fr53639 ай бұрын

    I have long been a fan of the idea that learning is boosted by genuine interest for a subject, and that having fun is a far more effective way of obtaining and absorbing information, compared to when you're bored. Personally, although perhaps slightly controversial, I've never found long, plain text particularly intriguing, and traditional textbook education is therefore not necessarily optimal. For that same reason, I am happy to see how new technological developments are introducing more and more interactive means of learning. Soon, in this new era of digital platforms and AI, I have a feeling education overall is going to be more interactive than ever before. Now, I am not saying it's going to make everyone want to learn everything, but I do believe it has the potential to take away the general perception that "school is boring" which I think is one of the biggest demotivating factors of learning in general. Also, I find the idea of stopping a task when you see the next move rather fascinating, and a practice I haven't quite considered before. It might be something worth testing.

  • @wonyoungsairplane
    @wonyoungsairplane9 ай бұрын

    You don't know how thankful I am that you put a period (.) after Dr. 😭 Thank you for another great video, Dr. Izzy! The constant uploads make me happy 🎉

  • @BelieveInTheTruth.
    @BelieveInTheTruth.9 ай бұрын

    Wow my favorite person on the earth coming back again. Thanks for bringing this lesson for us.

  • @firasfiras1908
    @firasfiras19089 ай бұрын

    I'm impressed by your dedication. This video is a game-changer for anyone looking to enhance their study skills. 🤩❤

  • @lanachanel4190
    @lanachanel41906 ай бұрын

    You just helped me so much! I'm a freshman and struggle about how to get a structure in my learning routine and how to make it more effective. This video is so, so, so, so helpful! Thank you very much!

  • @hellocaramello
    @hellocaramello9 ай бұрын

    Thanks for this!!

  • @josephchong1683
    @josephchong16839 ай бұрын

    It's very difficult to get a place at Cambridge, especially medicine. You must have done brilliantly for your A levels or IB. CONGRATS.

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    Izzy is Asian IRS a no brainer

  • @cheesejkliop
    @cheesejkliop9 ай бұрын

    Habit #1 is the idea behind study with me videos. Those can be a useful and effective alternative as well. Or indirect coworking such as going somewhere other people (you don't personally know) are prone to working, such as a library or cafe.

  • @eustaquiozambrano2974
    @eustaquiozambrano29749 ай бұрын

    Glad to see you again. Thanks a bunch for sharing I will see you next time. Have a good one ❤👍

  • @ansonchang4196
    @ansonchang41968 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your great sharing. 1. the co-working habit - 與好朋友一起讀書 2. the core content habit - 應用80/20法則, 讀懂20%核心知道可以得到 80% 結果 3. the curiosity habit - 要保持好奇心去學習 4. the less-is-more habit - 適當休息 讓學習更有效率 5. the sprint habit - 採用番茄工作法 (每25分鐘 focus 一個章節,然後休息5分鐘) 6. the triplet habit - 每天安排三個學習時間, 每次不同topic 7. the frog habit - 先完成最困難的部分, 比較有學習效率

  • @Terminator2310
    @Terminator23109 ай бұрын

    Thank you Izzy, I have used some of your suggestions, and they really work. I would highly recommend you suggestions as they are very effective.

  • @normmansor1313
    @normmansor13139 ай бұрын

    You'll be crossing the 500k subscriber mark soon. Keep going Izzy.

  • @MissElora
    @MissElora9 ай бұрын

    Your KZread channel is absolutely amazing! The content you create is both entertaining and informative,The production quality, creativity, and passion you put into your videos are evident in every frame. keeping me hooked with every video. Keep up the fantastic work, you're doing a fantastic job! 😊👍

  • @aliagah502
    @aliagah5026 ай бұрын

    I've heard the Pomodoro technique explained dozens of time and this is easily the best, and most thorough, explanation! (Outside the book 😅) Great video!!

  • @shih-shengchang19
    @shih-shengchang199 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your nice sharing. I love your tip about when to rest. When you know how to resume your work, it is an excellent time to take a break. I will try this suggestion. I tried to use the interstitial journaling method to remind my current progress in the study or work when I was going to take a break, which can be a hint for restarting my work.

  • @phillyedhrj
    @phillyedhrj9 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I hope this works for my teenage son in high school. 😊

  • @sorenm.lairdsorries7547
    @sorenm.lairdsorries75476 ай бұрын

    Thank you for sharing, Dr. Izzy Sealey!

  • @AVGSolutions
    @AVGSolutions9 ай бұрын

    I always love to listen to your story. keep on sharing.

  • @lyventhean
    @lyventhean5 ай бұрын

    I’m also the medical student in China right now, I think I really excited to watch your video , and more method to manage time, nice ❤

  • @brentccochran123
    @brentccochran1239 ай бұрын

    Fun video! Would love to hear your opinion on generating interest in boring subjects

  • @pikapikanomi1
    @pikapikanomi19 ай бұрын

    Whenever I get the notification you have a new video, I get that big smile on my face and I actually don't know why. lol 😄. have a great day, DR. Sealey.

  • @shalainetatu3210
    @shalainetatu32107 ай бұрын

    New subbie here! I'm in my first year of my PhD study and this video sums up all the habits that I need to develop! Also, I like the room!! 💜

  • @dasupalouie
    @dasupalouie9 ай бұрын

    Keep up the vids :) you'll go far Izzy

  • @synitti
    @synitti6 ай бұрын

    congrats Doc. perfect job!

  • @Gimbal.merpati_balaraja
    @Gimbal.merpati_balaraja9 ай бұрын

    Thank you again, this video is very useful for sharing and success is always Miss 🙏👍🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤

  • @butterflypeatea9419
    @butterflypeatea94199 ай бұрын

    love your channel

  • @lilygreen5808
    @lilygreen58088 ай бұрын

    thank you for sharing !!

  • @marondawan9884
    @marondawan98846 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the inputs :)

  • @vanconferenceinterpreting
    @vanconferenceinterpreting9 ай бұрын

    I’m intrigued by the book Rest and am going to try it out. This was very helpful, thank you!

  • @rodzynek561
    @rodzynek5618 ай бұрын

    I discovered your channel today and mannnn you seem like a such a nice person. Ambitious beautiful and with great personality 😄

  • @patrickrad1735
    @patrickrad17359 ай бұрын

    Great job 😊

  • @jennyhart6057
    @jennyhart60579 ай бұрын

    Hi Liz! Love you and your videos. Can u do a video on writing personal statements for university applications? Thank you

  • @patrickrad1735
    @patrickrad17359 ай бұрын

    I really like listening to this it helps me understand what life is like in reality

  • @wrongtiming8837
    @wrongtiming88379 ай бұрын

    Beautiful Doctor.❤️

  • @hi_julia
    @hi_julia9 ай бұрын

    Number 4, love your videos 😊 your pronunciation is so relaxing

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    Her pronunciation is SEXY

  • @AartiBhanderi-Shah
    @AartiBhanderi-Shah6 ай бұрын

    So interesting and thank you for the tips

  • @ArtCavex
    @ArtCavex7 ай бұрын

    I love your videos.. I'm watching ur videos continuously since yesterday 😂❤

  • @sweetmanni
    @sweetmanni6 ай бұрын

    Hi Izzy! Your content is really helpful and enjoyable to watch❤ I live and study outside of the UK. I enjoy studying medicine but now I'm reaching my last year of medicine where I'll have internships and clinical rotations. I'm very nervous about it. Especially after toxic experiences in the hospitals during my summer internships. Could you make a video on how to deal with this and how to deal with burnout as a working doctor? I've watched the video you made on your experience but perhaps you could give us an update 😊

  • @kyawkyawoo1017
    @kyawkyawoo10179 ай бұрын

    Thank you Dr lzzy.

  • @unigato684
    @unigato6849 ай бұрын

    You are brilliant! Indeed, you make me increase my motivation to study. And your tips make it easier. I wish I were as smart as you are.

  • @mariatinaphuong
    @mariatinaphuong9 ай бұрын

    Love your vibes and inspiration… please do some video about British speaking which many international students like me are nervous ❤

  • @airdropguide2006
    @airdropguide20069 ай бұрын

    Thank for sharing

  • @timbaker577
    @timbaker5778 ай бұрын

    Great stuff,yes how to create curiosity!

  • @azfarsyed7082
    @azfarsyed70826 ай бұрын

    Always to share good things & to keep yours .thanks .

  • @meowtube4294
    @meowtube42949 ай бұрын

    Enthusiasm is a strong key to make dreams come true

  • @georgeclooney5950
    @georgeclooney59508 ай бұрын

    Hi, thanks for sharing some study techniques! Not only do you give good health advice but also good study advice too! I’m an older adult looking to finish my college degree which I haven’t when I was younger. Do you have any good advice? Keep up the great informative videos!😊

  • @jenkinzsz
    @jenkinzsz9 ай бұрын

    im wondering izzy that you could do a podcast because i love your accent. and i want to learn from that through natural conversations.😁🙏

  • @concretemathematics8146
    @concretemathematics81468 ай бұрын

    I once knew a girl whose smile was just like you. She kinda lighten up the mood every time she was by my side. And she was smart just like you.

  • @kennysiu-HK
    @kennysiu-HK9 ай бұрын

    There is a saying" sophisticated summary (which is less) > complicated un-organised details(which is more)", well that is 2 words more than "less is more", the point is readers could understand "sophisticated summary" better than less, less may be the result.

  • @allenglishknives6823
    @allenglishknives68239 ай бұрын

    Great video, thanks 👍🏻

  • @alisamerkel8195
    @alisamerkel81955 ай бұрын

    Very effective tips

  • @charlietse9552
    @charlietse95529 ай бұрын

    Thanks for your fancy video ,Love you!🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @youraveragerover26
    @youraveragerover269 ай бұрын

    I know I have to work hard for a better future but the knowledge that working hard doesn't guarantee a better future and I won't know until I get there takes all the motivation to study out of me... I will try my best to follow these tho! Love your videos ❤❤

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    Yes you are right You are DOOMED to a very endless series or repeating failure Until tou die Sorry

  • @repentdeletetwitterbeforei6109

    @repentdeletetwitterbeforei6109

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@@stevebelzer4758at the same time, without a some losses and effort, there is no great tasting victory 🏆! might as well give as much as we can so we can get the rewarding future we deserve:) if we put no effort, we'll never know our true potential

  • @AQBPlays

    @AQBPlays

    8 ай бұрын

    Not working at all will certainly ensure you’ll not reach your goals though

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    8 ай бұрын

    @@AQBPlays exactly

  • @EYEWITNESS-NEWS
    @EYEWITNESS-NEWS9 ай бұрын

    Exactly, don't work harder, work smarter

  • @mvg2x34
    @mvg2x343 ай бұрын

    Pomodoros and the 80/20 rule have both been helpful to me.

  • @dhananjaymishra4798
    @dhananjaymishra47986 ай бұрын

    I know you are good in studies ,you are morally good too. You are living your cool and disciplined life that is most good .🌷✨✨✨✨

  • @angeloleo7669
    @angeloleo76699 ай бұрын

    YOU ARE SO APPEALING!

  • @lavishresale7280
    @lavishresale72809 ай бұрын

    As a future doctor myself I understand how challenging it can be to effectively manage our time. I can across your videos through Ali Abdaal (the productivity expert 😂) and honestly I’m really impressed I think this is great advice. Thank you !

  • @pinkshadows7379
    @pinkshadows73799 ай бұрын

    You heard it hear from a Cambridge university graduate and doctor that working less is beneficial. Thx Dr. Izzy. I will use this in my argumentative essay

  • @laurafabianmarrero

    @laurafabianmarrero

    9 ай бұрын

    You didnt get It Is about working smarter You still have to do the work😂😂

  • @seigouginkholhou1505
    @seigouginkholhou15059 ай бұрын

    I’m soooo addicted to you ❤ peace out ✌️

  • @diamondusa4392
    @diamondusa43929 ай бұрын

    Very interesting ❤I love your accent ❤

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    IRS POSH Asian

  • @zafranseid
    @zafranseid6 ай бұрын

    It is a good advise👏

  • @rupachemudupathi9569
    @rupachemudupathi95699 ай бұрын

    I love this video

  • @vietus1040
    @vietus10409 ай бұрын

    7 Life-Changing Study Techniques from 7 Years at Cambridge University. The video is engaging and grips the viewer from start to finish. Watched the video on Aug 13, 2023 very like. Thank you

  • @markyan2706
    @markyan27069 ай бұрын

    您的视频,一如既往的真诚且有价值,感谢分享,继续加油~

  • @farhanshakilshaikh7015
    @farhanshakilshaikh70159 ай бұрын

    Awesome🤟

  • @tofanmedia5975
    @tofanmedia59759 ай бұрын

    I love ❣️😘 your character ❤

  • @user-sl9ok4ev3q
    @user-sl9ok4ev3q9 ай бұрын

    love you izzy🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍❤❤❤

  • @yogi9631

    @yogi9631

    9 ай бұрын

    me too!!!

  • @pjsva4840
    @pjsva48407 ай бұрын

    Hello and Congratulations! I am curious on what specialty you plan to apply for residency? Good luck!

  • @Californiansurfer
    @Californiansurfer9 ай бұрын

    4 to 6 am. I read in morning I read three books at same time. I work from 6am to 4pm. Then, 6 to 8 pm read again Well, still learning. Downey California ❤❤

  • @dennisli6256
    @dennisli62569 ай бұрын

    like ur content and ur voice

  • @user-ef2vd4yp1p
    @user-ef2vd4yp1p9 ай бұрын

    Hi great to have landed in your page sharing your experiences...

  • @farhanshakilshaikh7015
    @farhanshakilshaikh70159 ай бұрын

    Thank you

  • @natcers
    @natcers6 ай бұрын

    Love your accent ❤

  • @nuchan.official
    @nuchan.official9 ай бұрын

    hi, izzy Could you explain how you structured your "NOTION" for the next video? because I want to make a "NOTION" but am confused about how to start.

  • @learningchannel964
    @learningchannel9649 ай бұрын

    You are a pro in catching audience attention😀you just killed the algorithim

  • @stevebelzer4758

    @stevebelzer4758

    9 ай бұрын

    She KILLED AI

  • @reese5554
    @reese55549 ай бұрын

    Hi Dr. Izzy is it advisable to finish Mandarin 1-7 first before starting Cantonese 1? Im at Mandarin 3 now. Thanks for the advice.

  • @sanderworm1781
    @sanderworm17819 ай бұрын

    Quick note on habit 6: in order to implement diversity (and therefore productivity) into your day, you can also set a main goal for the following topics: work, relationships and health or sports. (Source: Ali Abdaal)

  • @foodtrip0503
    @foodtrip05039 ай бұрын

    wee hours is the best time to study. 🥰🥰😍😍

  • @AdamSelene_
    @AdamSelene_9 ай бұрын

    I'd like to see how you approached the boring subjects

  • @romanstaszak244
    @romanstaszak2449 ай бұрын

    At 10:17 I can see Gray's Anatomy but I am not able to read the three other books. What are those books? Could you please attached links in comments to it and a description of them and from where is possible to buy or download them? Thank you. Have a great day 😃🌞👍❤️

  • @benabidlotfi
    @benabidlotfi9 ай бұрын

    I really love your accent 😍 and I need your help to improve my English language

  • @omorganstudios
    @omorganstudios8 ай бұрын

    Yeah I have heard of Pareto charts vs Pareto principle, probably linked?

  • @gracelee9822
    @gracelee98228 ай бұрын

    As soon as I graduate from Nursing. I want to work with you. You look so prettttyyyyy 😍

  • @liyc
    @liyc7 ай бұрын

    5:30 I Found Playing Westlife Songs From "Coast To Coast" In The Background While Attempting To Figure Out A Way To Pass A Subject That You Know The Examiner Doesn't Know Well Helps Save Energy. Unfortunately I Came Up With The Plan To Use Learnings From Megadeth Songs As Fillers In Exam Answers That Kept The Examiner Motivated & In A Good Mood. The Song Went Like "Heads & Win, Tails You Lose, Out Of My Way, I Am Coming Through" - And Escaped A Hospital Populated (In Spirit) With More Corona Virus Fans Than Patients AFAIK 08:22 I Found That Seeking Salvation w/ The Guidance Of Artists "Led Zeppelin - Stairway To Heaven" And I Loved Both and "Megadeth - Breadline" & "Bon Jovi - It's My Life" Was A Realistic Escape.

  • @Sojsgameplay.
    @Sojsgameplay.7 ай бұрын

    Very good

  • @ermaart
    @ermaart5 ай бұрын

    Awesome, beautiful, inspiring woman! 🎉

  • @stevebelzer4758
    @stevebelzer47589 ай бұрын

    As a US military pilot , and American Airlines 767 captain - this required a LOT air continuous study I AGREE in learning , a study partner is critical

  • @workaholickidney3634
    @workaholickidney36349 ай бұрын

    We would like to get a vlog from you how you spend your weekends or what you eat yoga etc.....

  • @ramcescranda_
    @ramcescranda_9 ай бұрын

    I love the way you are. Very smart and beautiful 😍

  • @rockymax8271
    @rockymax82719 ай бұрын

    help a lot

  • @user-dq2rn9rx2h
    @user-dq2rn9rx2h9 ай бұрын

    How I always make happy in any condition like you please Doc

  • @sania85623
    @sania856239 ай бұрын

    Pls mam give a makeup tutorial of your signature look😢

  • @Mochi-re8cv
    @Mochi-re8cv8 ай бұрын

    As a person with no friends this video is interesting 🧐

  • @ersaneksi
    @ersaneksi6 ай бұрын

    good video