Super stressed out since I just moved to the US in IB so I have to take the finra exams now.

How did everyone manage to work while studying for them? Most of this is completely new to me, and I'm struggling to juggle working 90+ hours a week.

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It’s tough but I recommend taking classes - Knopman Marks makes it much easier

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I meant I took weekend classes with them (not just reading the textbook). It sounds like it’s unnecessary but it makes it easier because 1) they summarise the text so you’re absorbing things quickly and 2) if you review what you learned in class and take practice tests you’re good

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It definitely wasn't easy. For me, I had to block out windows of time every single day to study. Was I exhausted? Absolutely. But there *is* a light at the end of the tunnel so just keep your eye on the prize. Once you pass, you'll be good to go.

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100% agree - sometimes the easiest way to motivate yourself is to keep your end goal in mind (as cheesy as it sounds). I think it's easier to do things before work rather than after work personally, and it just means trying to sleep at somewhat normal hours.

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Have my last one this weekend and will come back to some kind of life, you have to work and then study for the last couple of hours before sleeping everyday and do it all over again until you’ve passed everything, Goodluck!

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