Matrix A2Z | The You Zone

The You Zone 6: Keeping Your Cool on Exam Day

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

Take no notice of the hyped-up worriers. What really matters is how you face exam day with strength and confidence. Look at all the good work you have done in preparation for this. Exam stress can make you see RED! and that’s part of the answer too: R.E.D. = Rest,

The You Zone 5: Pre-Exam Tips

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

You have two engines: your heart engine and your thinking engine. They both need to be in top condition when exam time comes around. So it’s important to eat well, exercise well and get plenty of rest. Click here to download YOU ZONE 5.

The You Zone 4: ‘Be Curious’ – Research and Note-taking

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

The more curious you are – the more you get that ‘want-to-know’ ROM working for you – the more you are driven to find out about things. The more you find out about things, the greater your understanding of them. When you demonstrate that understanding in tests and exams the

The You Zone 3: ‘Team You': Balancing time for schoolwork, study, leisure and sport

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

Imagine you’re a professional sports player. You buy the right gear, set dates for training sessions and agree targets, a game plan and time markers to keep you on track. The same applies to ‘Team You’. Here’s a guide to help you strike the right balance in your life. You

The You Zone 2: More About Homework and Study

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

Don’t get distracted by watching TV, walking the dog or social media. It’s time to make a move and clear your workspace. Here are some tried and trusted tricks for getting the most out of your time…and maybe more marks too! Click here to download YOU ZONE 2. Don’t forget to

The You Zone 1: Be Your Own Person and Think for Yourself!

January 22, 2015 Malcolm Rowe

Don’t be fooled by the ‘laid-back’ mob or the ‘too cool crew’, who seem to do nothing. They may be working like mad behind the scenes. How are you doing? Here’s ZONE 1 (of 6), a guide to how to get organised to creating an effective workspace and to max-up your