Week 1-2: Build the Foundation
Start with one course and one outcome. Define the grade or mastery level you want, then reverse engineer the weekly milestones.
Set two anchors: a fixed study block on weekdays and a Sunday planning session. Keep them short (45–60 minutes) to reduce friction.
- Create a distraction checklist (tabs, phone, notifications off).
- Use a single notes system (Notion or Google Docs) with one page per course.
- End each session with a 3-bullet recap and the next step.
Week 3-4: Execute with Tight Feedback
Switch to active recall and spaced repetition. Replace rereading with short quizzes and flashcards on the core concepts.
Layer accountability: share your weekly target with a friend or parent and send a 2-minute voice note update twice a week.
“Momentum beats intensity. Perfect plans without delivery create zero compounding.”
- Ship small: submit drafts early for faster tutor feedback.
- Use the “90/20 rule”: 90 minutes of focus, 20 minutes of movement.
- Track focus quality (1–5) beside each study block; adjust when scores dip.
Week 5-6: Measure and Optimize
Audit what worked: time of day, location, and study format. Keep the top two, drop the rest.
Run a mini exam with time limits. Note where you hesitated—those become the next week’s drills.
- Refine your “win stack”: daily 3 bullets, weekly review, monthly reset.
- Automate reminders for due dates and peer check-ins.
- Upgrade difficulty: teach one concept per week to a peer or parent.