Extra Mile Podcast: New Year Study Tips & Updates for Bar Exam Takers In this episode of the Extra Mile Podcast, Jackson Mumey is joined by Amanda and Judge Tracey for an informative discussion about preparing effectively for the bar exam. The team discusses the importance of structured preparation, the benefits of specialized coaching, and also provides tips on dealing with changes in exam procedures. Other topics covered include the myth of 'fixed number of daily questions', the advantages of mind mapping, and an amusing anecdote of a travel misadventure. The discussion is vital for bar exam takers seeking strategies to maximize their study time and exam performance. 0:00 Episode 455 00:19 Introduction and Welcome 00:45 New Year's Reflections and Getting Back to Routine 04:58 Handling Changes in Bar Exam Rules and Regulations 08:13 Dealing with Handwriting the Bar Exam 15:48 Understanding the Impact of PhotoReading on Exam Scores 20:50 Discussing Student's MBE Score and Importance of Trusting the Process 21:22 Understanding the Role of Super Ego in Exam Preparation 22:10 Emphasizing the Importance of Self-Assessment and Not Overemphasizing Results 23:10 Clarifying Discrepancies Between Lecture and Written Materials 27:27 Debunking the Myth of a Magic Number of MBE Questions 34:15 Discussing the Importance of Mind Maps in Study Process 34:49 Debating the Merits of Waiting for the Next Generation Bar Exam 37:16 New Year's Resolutions and Consistency in Bar Exam Preparation 40:38 The Dangers of Being Your Own Coach: A Travel Story Want to know what's keeping you from success on the bar exam? Take this FREE 60-second [QUIZ] What's Your #1 Bar Exam Mistake? [QUIZ] What's Your #1 Bar Exam Mistake? Featured in this Episode: BarMaps® From Celebration Bar Review Calming The Chaos™ Mindset Coaching Order PhotoReading For The Bar Exam™ New Multistate Nutshell Videos™ Do Something Different! FREE Webinar Free Consultation with Jackson