Learn Smarter, Not Harder: How to Beat Procrastination and Study Without Burnout
About this episode
Deanna Rădulescu interviews Tom Vorselen about effective study techniques to overcome procrastination and prevent burnout.
In this episode of Label Free, host Deanna Radulescu sits down with Tom Vorselen, founder of The Study Coach, to explore how overwhelmed students and busy professionals can overcome procrastination and learn more effectively—without burnout. Tom shares his personal journey from struggling with self-doubt, stress, and ineffective study habits to discovering science-backed learning techniques that completely transformed the way he learns and performs. He challenges common misconceptions about learning, calling out outdated methods like rereading and highlighting that often lead to frustration, wasted time, and poor retention. Throughout the conversation, Tom breaks down the science of learning, emphasizing the power of active recall and why it’s one of the most effective tools for long-term knowledge retention. He also highlights the importance of understanding and managing energy levels, explaining how aligning study time with natural focus patterns can dramatically improve performance and reduce stress. Tom shares inspiring success stories, including a 58-year-old woman who successfully transitioned from a career in consulting to nursing. By applying structured learning…
Topics covered
- procrastination
- study techniques
- burnout
- active recall
- learning strategies
Keywords
- self-doubt
- stress
- energy management
- knowledge retention
- coaching
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