80 Hours is the road to the CSE, and it's a windy road. Learning to drive, negotiate obstacles, and plan ahead is a key ingredient in achieving success. Podcast Episode 056. I explain why I believe you should put at least 80 hours into your study preparation. With about 1.5 to 2 hours per day, 10 hours a [...]
Becoming 5500 is something we are all striving for in the process. If you're getting ready to take the Exam, you are one step closer to reaching 5500. Podcast Episode 055. The CSEprep Forum is launched! This fantastic resource has grown out of CSE Mastermind and is available as a FREE BONUS to candidates who have [...]
Passing the California Supplemental Exam is an accomplishment in and of itself. But passing it on your first attempt is even more difficult, and some will argue, more rewarding (although my goal is to help you pass, no matter how long it takes). Podcast Episode 054. I am pleased to bring you a very special interview [...]
Asking for help can be one of the most difficult things we do as human beings. Many like to think we can handles things ourselves, that we can do it with little or no help from others. I disagree. Podcast Episode 053. I discuss the benefits of asking those closest to you for help during the [...]
Knowledge is important for the California Supplemental Exam as well as achieving success in life. But knowledge isn't necessarily the most important thing. It is knowing how to apply that knowledge come Exam day, in the form of Wisdom. Podcast Episode 052. I discuss why just being familiar with the 55 Knowledge Statements of the California [...]
We like instant gratification, immediate results. We don't like to wait. We want a faster internet connection so we can do our work faster. And the California Architects Board has taken a step further in satisfying our appetite for all things fast and instantaneous. Podcast Episode 051. Yes, Immediate Results are here and I think this [...]
Turning 50 is a big deal. Today, I release my 50th episode of the California Supplemental Exam Podcast and I'm very proud of being able to put out 50 episodes and let's raise a glass to 150 more! Podcast Episode 050. We celebrate our 50th eposide! Karen sends in 2 questions from OMCES relating to humidity [...]
Wrapping your head around the amount of material that is part of the California Architects Board Reference List of materials is a daunting task and has been known to cause more than a few headaches. Podcast Episode 049. I discuss a recent email conversation I had with "Natedawg", a candidate needing help getting his head "wrapped around [...]
The Architects Practice Act is published by the California Architects Board and is a major component to understand when preparing for the California Supplemental Exam. Podcast Episode 048. I discuss an IMPORTANT update about new information in regard to the Statistical Analysis. Sharie sends in a question about the Practice Act and projects for when a [...]
There appears to be evidence of another statistical analysis taking place for the California Supplemental Exam. A candidate found information from the December CAB meeting minutes and sent it to me so I've posted it here. (Shout out to Craig for finding the info!) It explains that there are three tests, Form A, Form B, and [...]
