The Extra Mile Podcast for Bar Exam Takers

Focus on Feb 2023 Bar Exam...Bar Prep Bootcamp Returns! 0

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Aug 18, 2022

With the Feb 2023 bar exam next on the docket, our team of experts answers student study questions and talks about the upcoming Bar Prep Bootcamp scheduled for Oct 14-15, 2022. Here are the details about this unique opportunity to jump-start your bar studies for the 2023 exams!

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NEW: Bar Prep Bootcamp

Calming The Chaos™ Mindset Coaching

The Bar Exam Is Over: The Hero's Journey Home 0

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Jul 28, 2022

The July 2022 bar exam is complete and now comes the wait for results and the return to a pre-bar life. In this episode, Jackson talks about that transition and prepares the next group of students for what lies ahead. It's all part of what he calls "The Hero's Journey."

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Episode 409

The Challenges You Face In The Final Week Before The Bar Exam...And How To Overcome Them! 0

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Jul 20, 2022

There's just a week until the July 2020 bar exam, and in this episode, the Celebration Bar Review experts answer questions from students about their biggest study and mindset questions. Here's how to manage the last part of your study for maximum impact and proper preparation for the test.

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Episode 408

Checking Your Mindset With 2 Weeks Until The Bar Exam 0

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Jul 14, 2022

With 2 weeks remaining until the July 2022 bar exam, we bring our certified mindset coach back to the podcast to talk about the importance of being "all in" for this last part of your studies. June talks about cutting the emotional ripcord and believing in your ability to pass the bar exam. It's a discussion every bar taker will want to hear!

We also discuss the latest bombshell news from the Florida Bar Examiners and answer study questions from our students.

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Episode 407

What's Holding You Back From Bar Exam Success? 0

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Jul 7, 2022

With 3 weeks until the July 2022 bar exam, it's natural to feel stuck in your studies. This week, our experts asked "what's holding you back" and our students had lots of replies! Here's how to overcome your final hurdles and reach bar exam success.

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Episode 405: Your Biggest Challenge With 30 Days Until The Bar Exam 0

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Jun 29, 2022

We've reached the 30-day mark until the July 2022 bar exam, and in this Episode, Megan and Jackson take student questions on the theme of the "biggest challenge" facing bar takers. Here's how to manage your time, your expectations, and your anxiety with a month until the exam!

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Episode 404: Life Estates for the MBE and Student Questions 0

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Jun 23, 2022

Approaching the 30-day countdown to the July 2022 bar exam, our experts answer student questions about their studies. Then, we take a deep dive into Real Property and the topic of Life Estates. Megan and Jackson break down the subject and work through 3 sample MBE Questions to show you how to master this part of the exam!

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Episode 404

Episode 403: How To Raise Your MBE Score, Part Two 0

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Jun 16, 2022

This week we finish our MBE Tips series with the last 5 ways to improve your score on the Multistate Bar Exam. Here are the important steps you must take to get a passing MBE score!
We also answer study questions from our students and talk about the upcoming Live Bar Prep Bootcamp in Oct 2022.

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Episode 402: Tips To Increase MBE Scores...Plus 2021 Bar Exam Statistics 0

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Jun 9, 2022

Need to improve your MBE scores? In this episode, Jackson and Megan review their first five of 10 Tips to Raise your Multistate Bar Performance. You'll be surprised to find why conventional bar prep actually reduces MBE scores and what you can do differently.

We also take a look at the newly released 2021 Bar Exam Statistics and the trends for repeat bar takers nationally. You'll see why it's crucial to get the best MBE score possible in this difficult test environment.

Episode 402: Tips To Increase MBE Scores...Plus 2021 Bar Exam Statistics

Episode 401: The Time When Bar Exam Pressure Begins To Build 0

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Jun 2, 2022

In this episode, Jackson takes student questions about bar exam preparation with 2 months until the July 2022 bar exam. This is the time when study pressure begins to build and frustration can mount over relatively small problems. Here's how to stay on track and remain focused as you study!

Video Episode 401: The Time When Bar Exam Pressure Begins To Build

Episode 400: In-Person Bar Prep Bootcamp! 0

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May 26, 2022

As we begin our 8th year of the podcast with Episode 400, we're excited to announce the return of our popular in-person Bar Prep Bootcamp on Oct 14-15, 2022. Jackson, Megan, and June discuss the new Bootcamp format and have all the details to register. You won't want to miss this special event that will raise your bar exam scores and improve your study skills.

We also discuss the Georgia Feb 2022 exam results and answer study questions from our July 2022 students.

Video Episode 400: In-Person Bar Prep Bootcamp!

NEW: Bar Prep Bootcamp

Calming The Chaos™ Mindset Coaching

Episode 399: Bar Review Begins: Student Questions and Answers 0

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May 19, 2022

This is the time when traditional bigbox bar reviews begin their courses, but at Celebration Bar Review, our students are already well underway with their studies. This week, we answer study questions and address the obstacles that face repeat bar takers as they prepare for the July exam. Video Episode 399: Bar Review Begins: Student Questions and Answers

Episode 398: California Bar Exam Results Continue To Fall 0

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May 12, 2022

The Feb 2022 California Bar Exam results were released this week and the news was even worse than expected. A 33.9% pass rate was a stunning drop and only 1059 applicants passed. Our experts break down the numbers and offer their assessment of why the exam is fundamentally flawed and what bar repeaters can do to still pass the test.

Then, Megan and Jackson do a deep dive on the Criminal Law subject of Attempt and work through 3 practice MBE questions on the topic.

Video Episode 398: California Bar Exam Results Continue To Fall

Bonus: He Was One Of Only 485 CA Bar Repeaters To Pass! 0

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May 9, 2022

John had challenged and passed the California Baby Bar, but failed the general bar exam in 2021. Then he switched to Celebration Bar Review and raised his score by at least 38 points to pass! In an exam with a 24% pass rate for repeat takers, John was one of only 485 successful applicants. Here's how he did it in his own words.

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Episode 397: Jury Trial Rules Explained 0

May 4, 2022

How do the jury trial rules work on the MBE? In this episode, our experts break down this Civil Procedure topic and apply the rules to answer practice questions.

We also report on the Feb 2022 bar exam results news and answer study questions from students as they prepare for the July tests.

Video Episode 397: Jury Trial Rules Explained

Episode 395: Calming The Chaos - How To Cope With The Dismal Bar Pass Rates 0

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Apr 20, 2022

As results continue to be released from the Feb 2022 bar exam, the news remains disappointing. In this week's episode, Jackson and Megan break down the numbers from NY, Florida and Texas, and offer advice for repeat bar takers.

Then, mindset coach June Foret joins them to talk about Calming The Chaos and how to move to a growth mindset when you're a bar repeater.

Video Episode 395: Calming The Chaos - How To Cope With The Dismal Bar Pass Rates

Episode 394: Florida Bar Exam Results - Pass Rates Continue To Fall 0

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Apr 14, 2022

The Feb 2022 Florida Bar Exam results were released this week and the news continues to be bad for most applicants. With an overall pass rate of only 44% and a repeater pass rate of 26%, it's clear that the test is brutally difficult to pass.

Megan and Jackson break down the numbers and identify the trends to watch, plus offer their expert analysis of what it takes to pass the Florida Bar Exam in this difficult environment.

Video Episode 394: Florida Bar Exam Results From Feb 2022

Episode 393: How To Apply Mortgage Rules For the MBE 0

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Apr 6, 2022

As results begin to arrive from the early Feb 2022 bar exam jurisdictions, we break down the trends and look forward to the Florida results next week.

Then, we answer student questions about study for the July 2022 exams.

Finally, we dig into the topic of Mortgages and introduce a new mind map plus work through 2 MBE questions to show how the rules work in practice.

Video Episode 393: The Mortgage Rules Explained

Episode 392: Study With Intentionality: Interview with Caroline Fausel 0

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Mar 24, 2022

Intentionality, wellness, nutrition, and gratitude create better study outcomes. In this episode, blogger, podcaster, and author, Caroline Fausel, talks with Jackson about what it takes to overcome stress and live life fully. Caroline's insights into the connections between health and study will help every bar exam taker improve their life and their results! To learn more about Caroline's work you can check these links:

web: www.oliveyouwhole.com

Video Episode 392: Study With Intentionality (transcription)

Episode 391: Comparative and Contributory Negligence Explanied 0

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Mar 17, 2022

We're resuming our look at the Bar Exam Study Questions That Keep You Awake. In this Episode, we take a deeper dive on the differences between Comparative and Contributory Negligence. Using mind maps and selected MBE Questions, our experts break down this difficult topic and show how to successfully answer questions on this topic.

We also update what's happening in the bar exam world and answer student questions leading to the July 2022 bar exam.

Episode 391: Comparative and Contributory Negligence Explained (transcription)

Episode 390: First Look At The Feb 2022 Exams 0

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Mar 10, 2022

We're taking the first look at what was tested around the country during the Feb 2022 bar exams, and sharing feedback from our students about their tests. Then we turn our attention to the upcoming July bar and offer study tips and strategies.

Video Episode 390: First Look At The Feb 2022 Exams (transcription)

Episode 389: Creating Cadence in Bar Exam Study. Interview with Mich Bondesio 0

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Feb 26, 2022

We often think of learning in linear terms, but bringing "cadence" to performance is the passion behind our guest, Mich Bondesio's work. In this interview, Mich describes how she uses cadence and paper-based productivity tools to enhance understanding and improve focus. Great insights for any bar exam applicant!

Video Episode 389: Creating Cadence in Bar Exam Study. Interview with Mich Bondesio

links to reach Mich Bondesio:

Website: https://growthsessions.co/
Podcast: https://growthsessions.co/cadence-podcast/
Newsletter: https://growthsessions.co/cadence/

Episode 388: The Standards of Review Explained 0

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Feb 16, 2022

In the final week before the Feb 2022 bar exam, our experts take students' last-minute questions and biggest challenges. Then we take a look at the Equal Protection Standards of Review in Con Law.

Video Episode 388: The Standards of Review Rule Explained (with transcript)