How do I avoid distractions while studying

Studying requires concentration and focus, and distractions can significantly hamper your productivity and learning. Here are some tips to help you avoid distractions while studying:

1. Create a dedicated study space: Find a quiet place where you can focus on your studies, free from distractions. This can be a library, a study room, or a quiet corner of your house.

2. Turn off notifications: Put your phone on silent mode, turn off notifications on your computer, and disconnect from social media while studying to minimize distractions.

3. Use a timer: Use a timer to break down your study sessions into smaller chunks of focused work, and take short breaks in between to recharge your energy and focus.

4. Set goals and prioritize tasks: Set specific goals for each study session and prioritize tasks based on their importance and urgency. This can help you stay focused and avoid procrastination.

5. Avoid multitasking: Multitasking can decrease your productivity and increase the likelihood of distractions. Focus on one task at a time and give it your full attention.

Remember that avoiding distractions requires discipline and practice. By creating a conducive environment and setting clear goals, you can minimize distractions and maximize your learning potential.

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How to be more disciplined

1. Set SMART Goals - Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Easy to track progress and stay motivated.

2. Break your goals and tasks into smaller, more manageable steps

3. Be Consistent with a routine and stay dedicated to it. Higher consistency results in better discipline

4. Set up a reward system for yourself for when you stick to your goals. This could be anything from a favourite treat or activity, to buying yourself something you’ve been wanting.

5. Use positive self-talk. say “I can do this, I just need to keep working at it” instead of “I can’t do this”.

6. Find someone to hold you accountable for sticking to your goals. This could be a friend, family member etc.

Do let me know if this works for you or not

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What can you do in the months leading up to your MBA program to prepare yourself?

1. Review basic mathematics, statistics, and Excel skills.

2. Work on your writing and presentation skills. Read business articles/books and practice summarizing and discussing key points.

3. Start reading business case studies to understand how to analyze business problems and make decisions.

4. Get comfortable with business jargon and terms commonly used in Management, Finance, Marketing, etc. This will help you follow discussions in class.

5. Practice Time Management and organizational skills to balance coursework, projects, and other commitments.

Lastly, use this time to relax and recharge before the intensity of your MBA program begins. Ensure you are mentally prepared for the challenges ahead.

Good luck with your preparations!

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Practice - Percentages

Q. 1. A shopkeeper sold two items at the same selling price. He made a loss on one item and made a profit on the other. The profit and loss percentage on the two items are 10 % and 20 %, not necessarily in that order. Find the net profit percentage for the shopkeeper given that he made a profit in the entire transaction.

Q. 2. A merchant has 100 kg of sugar, part of which he sells at 7% profit and the rest at 17% profit. He gains 10% on the whole. How much is sold at 17% profit?

Q. 3. If a shopkeeper offers a discount of 20% on the list price of a washing machine, then he makes a profit of 12%. What is the profit or loss (in%), if he sells at a discount of 25% on the list price?

Q. 4. I bought 5 pens, 7 pencils and 4 erasers. Rajan bought 6 pens, 8 erasers and 14 pencils for an amount which was 50% more than what I had paid. What percentage of the total amount spent by me was spent on the pens?

Q. 5. A company had been selling its pianos at a discount of 20% on marked price of Rs. 325. To increase its sales, it decided to allow an additional discount so that a piano could be sold for Rs. 234. What was the second discount allowed?

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The results have started pouring and I have received messages from several students about their converts. And I couldn't be more happy! You put in the efforts and you deserve the rewards.

If, however, you missed the bus this time; FRET NOT.

This is not the end of the road. If you have have not reached where you wanted to - That just means

picture abhi baaki hai mere doston.

End mein hero hi jeet-ta hai

Be the hero that your story deserves! YOU HAVE THE PEN TO WRITE YOUR DESTINY - WRITE A BLOODY GREAT ONE!!!

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Practice. Practice a lot.

And then when you get tired, practice some more!

गिरते हैं शहसवार (घुड़सवार) ही मैदान-ए-जंग में,
वो तिफ़्ल (छोटा बच्चा) क्या गिरे जो घुटनों के बल चले।

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If only this wasn't a headline but a norm!

Chalo itna bhi achha hai

Hope it is even higher in the phases to come...

QA Practice Test 1

Answer key is given at the end

Solutions to be uploaded on May 1

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