Episode 08 – For Such a Time as This…

Show Notes – Time and Motivational Tips

Priorities and Motivation-
I know it is difficult.  You have busy lives, families, jobs, etc.
What are your priorities? (Mine are Faith, spouse, kids, and then “everything else”)
How important is this exam compared to “everything else”
When you walk out of the exam, will you be able to say “I did everything I practically could to pass the exam.
Get a vision for something that motivates you  -
E.g.  for me fear of failure & retaking the exam.  I knew I could not do this 2x

Review -
How much study time is needed?
08- noted 300 hours per Lindeburg
(if you study 300 hours and do not pass please let me know…)
Gave strategies for what to do during your studies.
Today discuss creating time.

Today is 2/5/10 & the exam is 4/16.

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Episode 06 – Proven Study Tips to Pass the PE Exam

In this episode we offer several tried and true study tips to help you prepare for the PE Exam.

You can listen to the show by clicking the audio player above.  In addition, I am copying my show notes below for your use.

Notes
How much study time is needed?
300 hours per Lindeburg
Break that down to 14 weeks
That is 98 days & 3 hours per day

This is a new hobby! But it is important for your career and development.   This is the most important way to pass the PE Exam.  There are no shortcuts!!!!  You must put in the time!  There is truly so much to cover, and you have to work problems and review the material.  Studying and knowing the material makes taking the exam so much easier.

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Episode 05 – Get Your Study Materials and Resources Together

In order to effectively study for the PE Exam, you will need to get some study materials.  Here are 2 items you will need immediately.  This particular episode is geared towards materials for the Civil Engineering PE Exam.

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Study and Exam Resources

A brief listing of some of the materials mentioned in the show is provided below.  A more detailed listing is provided in the free checklist that you can sign up for on this page.

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Episode 01 – Advantages of Getting Your Professional Engineer License

Welcome to the first episode of Ace The PE Exam.  Whether you are on the fence about taking the PE, or are getting ready to take the exam this yeat, this episode will give you motivation to get that PE license by passing the PE exam.

You can listen to the audio here or subscribe to the show in iTunes.