Analyst Mastermind

Today's episode explores the distinction between active and passive studying. Active studying is the key to a successful study program yet is neglected and unknown by most candidates. All work is not created equal. The study process must be an intensive drive to push beyond your current knowledge level. Active study activities include testing/drilling hard problems and teaching others. Passive study activities include watching videos, listening to lectures, underwriting/highlighting notes.  There is certainly a role for passive study that I discuss in the episode. But most of the learning will be driven by the active study process. This process is a demanding and exhaustive approach of continually pushing past your current knowledge base.  Topics covered:   - Why your brain does not process information like a hard drive  - Why it's easy to slip into a passive mindset  - Why lack of knowledge is not your problem  - Why discomfort and stress are good indicators of active