LSAT Instructor Jimmy D Speaks with his former student, Sal, who scored a 172 and was admitted early decision to Duke Law. This episode will focus specifically on Admissions. But check out Ep. 78 with where we discuss Sal's LSAT Prep.Want to

78. Sal - 172 and Duke Law - ED!

Jan 22nd, 2024 1h 29m

LSAT Instructor Jimmy D Speaks with his former student, Sal, who scored a 172 and was admitted early decision to Duke Law. This episode will focus specifically on LSAT Prep. But stay on the lookout for the next episode with where we discuss adm

77. 180 from 146! Student Success Story

Nov 27th, 2023 52m

LSAT Instructor Jimmy D Speaks with his former student, MK, who scored a 180 from a 146 initial diagnostic, while pregnant, working full time and caring for her baby son. This episode will focus specifically on habits and it will be first in

76. Game Over: The End of Logic Games!

Oct 21st, 2023 24m 20s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D discusses LSAC's Announcement that the Games Section (Analytical Reasoning) will be phased out after the June 2024 LSAT Administration. Beginning with August 2024 the LSAT will no longer have a game section.L

75. GRE vs. LSAT?

Oct 4th, 2023 35m 10s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D discusses the GRE as an alternative to the LSAT for law school admissions.List of law schools that accept the GRE: https://www.ets.org/gre/score-users/law-schools/program-list.htmlPrevious Episodes mentione

74. So you got your Score...

Sep 29th, 2023 12m 31s

Jimmy D gives advice on how to deal with a score you like and a score you don't like. Book a free consultation to work with Jimmy one on one: ⁠http://www.jdlsat.com/free-consultation.html--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp

73. Why In/Out games are misnamed - and why it matters

Sep 22nd, 2023 16m 33s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains why In/Out games are misnamed - and why it mattersBook a free consultation to work with Jimmy one on one: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jdlsat.com/free-consultation.html⁠--- Send in a voice message: htt

72. The Pomodoro Technique for Studying

Sep 8th, 2023 20m 18s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains how the Pomodoro Technique can be applied to LSAT StudyShow Notes:- Summary of the Pomodoro Technique - https://todoist.com/productivity-methods/pomodoro-technique- Ep. 71 High Intensity Training a

71. High Intensity Training applied to the LSAT

Jul 30th, 2023 31m 30s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains how the concept of High Intensity Training can be applied to LSAT preparation.Show Notes:- Blind Review - https://www.jdlsat.com/blog/optimized-blind-review- Fool Proofing (for Games only) - http

70. Help! My PT Score "Went Down!"

Jul 19th, 2023 27m 36s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains how it's very common for PT Scores to "drop" after a personal best and why you need to play the long game.Practice Test Journal Template: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QTXTdDQi3twMac1t_zRgr

69. LSAC Format change: From CAPS to Bold

Jul 12th, 2023 10m 28s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains a minor but positive change to the LSAT format and shares an update on his black coffee habit.https://www.lsac.org/blog/lsat-inbox-062823Book a free consultation to work with Jimmy one on one: ⁠⁠

68. Answer Choices are the Enemy!

Jun 16th, 2023 32m 49s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains why answer choices are the enemy. You're still being "tested" just as much on the answer choices as the rest of the exam. So you cannot let your guard down and anticipating is essential!Other podcast

67. Optimized Blind Review

May 27th, 2023 59m 2s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains his twist on blind review to make it more optimal (in his humble opinion), and how to really get the most out of it. Jimmy also explains the 7sage approach to blind review for contrast - as well as tip

66. So you got your Score...

May 7th, 2023 12m 31s

65. W.I.N. the LSAT and the Black Coffee Challenge

Apr 3rd, 2023 22m 2s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains the acronym W.I.N. (What's Important Now) and how it applies to the LSAT. Jimmy also shares his experiment switching to black coffee, an experiment in changing habits.Podcast Episodes Mentioned:26.

64. Pushing your Comfort Zones

Mar 4th, 2023 15m 11s

99th Pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains why it's important to get comfortable with being uncomfortable when studying for the LSAT - and mastering almost any field.Podcast Episodes Mentioned:10. Growth Mindset44. The Daily Stoic (Stoic Phi

63. NOT All or Nothing

Jan 30th, 2023 30m 59s

Jimmy D explains why it doesn't have to be all or nothing!As referenced, check out the book Atomic Habits by James ClearPodcast Episodes Mentioned:24. 180 from 146: Student Success Story!42. Admissions: Recommendation Letters22. Book Club:

62. Avoidant Behavior/Procrastinating

Jan 23rd, 2023 29m 8s

Jimmy D discusses avoidant behavior patterns and the LSAT/Admissions process. Simply identifying them, can lead to change, but Jimmy also shares some best practices to prevent those patterns from preventing your success.Book a free consultatio

61. 170+ possible from a 140 diagnostic?

Jan 15th, 2023 15m 30s

Is 170+ possible from 140 diagnostic? Jimmy D answers explains what you need to know, not what you want to hear.Previous podcast episodes mentioned: 10. Growth Mindset53. 180 Scorer MK discusses Growth Mindset applied to the LSAT54. Part 2:

60. Graeme on Games and Managing Test Anxiety

Dec 14th, 2022 42m 29s

Jimmy sits down with Graeme Blake, founder of Lsathacks.com, to discuss best practices for games as well as managing test anxiety.Previous podcast episodes mentioned:2. Local before Global - A Game Changer3. Skipping is NOT Quitting10. Grow

59. So you got your Score...

Nov 30th, 2022 11m 44s

Jimmy D gives advice on how to deal with a score you like and a score you don't like. Book a free consultation to work with Jimmy one on one: http://www.jdlsat.com/free-consultation.html--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spoti

58. LSAT Hacks' Graeme Blake shares his LSAT Study Guide!

Nov 22nd, 2022 49m 51s

Graeme Blake is the creator of LSAThacks.com which gives outstanding explanations for LSAT Questions.He sits down with Jimmy to discuss Study Plans and his guide just for out listeners!Graeme also discusses common test taker mistakes (and sol

57. Georgetown 1L, and former student, Ted discusses admissions with Jimmy

Oct 31st, 2022 1h 48m

In this episode Jimmy D interviews his former student, Ted, a 1L at Georgetown. They discuss the law school admissions process, as well as Georgetown Law specifically. Among the many topics discussed: Admissions overall, making sure you're at

56. Admissions: On Writing Well

Oct 13th, 2022 12m 30s

LSAT Instructor and Admissions consultant Jimmy D explains the importance of simple, clear, and direct language in your writing, particularly personal statements. He highlights the classic, On Writing Well, by William Zinsser.Free electronic v

55. Pencil (not Pen) is a must for Logic Games

Sep 6th, 2022 14m 14s

99th pctl LSAT Instructor Jimmy D explains why a Pencil (not a pen) is necessary for Logic Games.Jimmy's favorite pencils for Games: https://amzn.to/3qjtdZaPencils for LR and RC scratch work: https://amzn.to/3AT6msAErasers: https://amzn.to/3