GRE Bites offers listeners a weekly, relevant, bite-sized episode on GRE prep and grad school admissions. It’s co-hosted by Davis Evans, an educator with over a decade of experience, and Orion Taraban, a licensed psychologist and founder of StellarGRE, the world’s only empirically-validated GRE test prep system. The mission of the podcast is to help listeners ace the GRE and get into the graduate program of their choice.
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TOEFL, IELTS, GRE and the College Essay - I began these recordings with a friend who asked me about idioms for IELTS Speaking. However, idioms include many common collocations native speakers use naturally in random contexts that, if learned verbatim, become very hard to replicate in spontaneous speech. We went through test questions in turn each giving our answers. Do the same for your practice: audio record yourself and listen back to your answer. When you listen back, take note of your sp ...
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A podcast for pre-physician assistants! Create your strongest CASPA application and get accepted to PA school! Expert advice for pre-PAs to help you put together a competitive PA school application, crush your PA school interview, and get accepted to physician assistant school!
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Taking a FINRA exam like the SIE Exam or Series 7? Achievable’s expert FINRA author Brandon Rith talks studying strategy, game-day approach, and application advice for that job or university you’re applying to afterwards. Brandon Rith has 16 years of experience as a licensing facilitator and director at Fidelity Investments. He is an 8X Fidelity Excellent In Action Award Winner for Licensing Facilitation. Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE, FINRA exams, USMLE Step 1, AMC e ...
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Recap on races and plans for 2026
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You MUST Have a PA Letter of Recommendation! Here's How to Get One!
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16:56A strong PA letter of recommendation can instantly make your application more competitive. In this episode, we break down why PA schools value it so much — and realistic ways to get a PA LOR, even if you don’t know a PA yet. The biggest game-changer for your PA School Application: VIP Days AKA: the ultimate way to have your strongest CASPA app—with…
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Exactly How to Prepare for MMI Style PA School Interviews!
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12:51MMI PA school interviews take interviews to another level! In this episode, we deep dive into how to prepare, what exactly to expect, how to successfully tackle the different types of MMI questions! ____________________________ VIP Days! Your BEST PA school application happens here!🌟 We meet 1:1 on Zoom and: Write your entire personal statement (ye…
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Retake the GRE or Move On?? Here's How to Decide
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9:32Retake the GRE or move on? In this episode, we break down when you should consider a GRE retake to help your PA school application — and when your time and money are better spent strengthening other areas instead! ____________________________ If you’re tired of overthinking every decision (GRE, schools, timeline, stats…) and want to know exactly wh…
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DON'T Ask These Questions at Your PA School Interview (they can cost you your acceptance)!
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12:28You know when PA schools ask you if you have any questions for them at your PA school interview? Well, there are questions you definitely should NOT ask. In fact, asking the wrong questions can absolutely land you in the "no" pile. Here's the questions to avoid asking during your interview. _______________________________ 🔥Make sure you get accepte…
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PA School Interview Prep: How to Turn Low Grades or GPA Issues into Your Strongest PA Interview Answer
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14:24In this episode, we break down exactly how to answer academic weakness questions in your PA school interview—whether it’s a low grade, tough semester, low GPA, or rocky start. Learn the simple formula to answer these type questions that PA faculty love and how to turn your weakness into a standout moment! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 🎯 The b…
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The Best PCE & HCE Jobs for your PA School Application (And How to Write Killer CASPA Descriptions)
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13:51Trying to figure out which patient care or healthcare job will make your PA school application stand out? In this episode, we break down the BEST PCE and HCE roles, the real difference between them, and exactly how to write strong CASPA descriptions that highlight your clinical skills and get interview invites! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> …
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More Seats, More Spots - Breaking News! New PA Schools Opening!
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8:09New PA schools are launching—meaning more seats, more opportunities, and more chances to get accepted! Yay! In this episode, we drop the new PA programs just opened and what to consider before applying! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Create your most competitive application in Application to Acceptance Course - where we walk you step-by-ste…
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Your Ultimate Guide to Volunteering for PA School: What Counts, What Doesn’t, and How to Stand Out
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8:21Discover exactly what volunteering matters for PA school, how to choose the right experiences, and the simple steps to stand out to admissions committees! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Your entire personal statement All …
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PA School Interview Coming Up? The Complete Checklist You Need
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15:55If you have a PA school interview on the schedule, you need to listen to this first! Here's your pre-interview checklist! 🔥 Black Friday Mock Interview Special! Get it here on special - never expires - and use when you get your first interview invite! Keep up the amazing work, future PA, Beth + Katie…
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BREAKING: What You Need to Know About the New DOE PA Program Proposal + How to Take Action!
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11:38In this episode, we're unpacking the new DOE proposal, what it means for PA education, pre-PAs and current PA students, how it could affect you, and how to take action. Sign AAPA's Petition Here! https://www.votervoice.net/AAPAAdvocacy/Petitions/6264/Respond Black Friday Mock Interview Special! Get it here on special - never expires - and use when …
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Waitlisted… Now What?! Exactly What to Do Next
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12:47In this episode, we break down what being waitlisted actually means, how PA programs make decisions behind the scenes, and the exact steps to take so you stay competitive—and turn that waitlist spot into an acceptance! Mock Interview - Black Friday Special! Get on special now, use when you're ready - never expires! Customized to fit your big day - …
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If you’re applying to PA school at all… do NOT sleep on this. We made you a totally free Pre-PA Club Toolkit packed with everything we wish we had: ✓ CASPA Masterclass - what you need to know now! ✓ Map to PA School mini-course so you know exactly what you need to do and when ✓ A shadowing hour that totally counts for your CASPA ✓ Shadowing Experie…
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Is It Too Late to Apply to PA School? Strategies for Applying Late in the CASPA Cycle!
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11:28In this episode, we discuss whether it's too late to apply to PA school this cycle and tips and strategies to use if you are applying to PA schools late in the CASPA cycle! Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA experi…
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Top 10 Hardest PA School Interview Questions + How to Answer Them!
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18:56Nervous about your upcoming PA school interview? We’re walking you through the 10 toughest PA school interview questions admissions committees love to ask — plus how to turn every “negative” question into a mic-drop answer that shows your growth and professionalism! THIS is how you shine and get your acceptance! 🔥🔥🔥Black Friday EARLY ACCESS + EXCLU…
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What Questions to Ask THEM at Your PA School Interview!
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11:29Most pre-PAs prep for every question they might be asked—but forget the ones they should ask back. In this episode, learn exactly what to say when it’s your turn to ask questions and how to use that moment to stand out! 🎯 Ready to feel confident walking into your PA school interview? Book a 1:1 Mock Interview with PAs who knows exactly what program…
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The 3 CASPA Deadlines and What The CASPA Colors Actually Mean!
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12:15Do you know about the 3 CASPA deadlines? Or what their color deadlines even mean? We break it all down here so you know exactly how to apply to your list of PA schools without wasting money or missing important CASPA deadlines! Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you: ✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties ✅ Access…
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Tackle Supplemental Essays Without Losing Your Mind (or Repeating Your Personal Statement)
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9:30In this episode, we’ll walk you through how to approach supplemental essay prompts strategically, avoid mistakes, and write responses that turn into standout essays! 🎯 FREE Mini-Course for Pre-PAs: Map to PA School! Ready to stop guessing and finally know exactly what to do to get into PA school? Grab our free Map to PA School mini-course — your st…
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Freshman to Future PA: Your Plan to Get Accepted
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15:10If you already know you want to be a PA early, congrats, you’re ahead of the game — now it’s time to use that head start wisely. In this episode, we’ll walk through exactly what to do from freshman year to build a competitive, stress-free path to PA school. 🔥Create your most competitive application in Application to Acceptance Course - where we wal…
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How to Stay Motivated When You’d Rather Do Literally Anything Else
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12:01This one’s for the pre-PA who’s lost all motivation and needs a real-talk reset—not another productivity lecture. <<<<<<<<<<< ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk—we write. Yep, your entire personal statement, CASPA…
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How to Crush Your MMI Without Melting Down: PA School Interview Secrets You Need to Know
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14:14MMIs can feel overwhelming and like "what are they actually wanting from me" vibes—but they don’t have to. In this episode, we’re walking you through exactly how to stay calm, think fast, and absolutely crush your Multiple Mini Interviews so you stand out for all the right reasons! Sign up for a Mock interview to make sure you crush your answers, h…
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Most Common PA School Interview Questions (and Exactly How to Nail Each One)
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9:12In this episode, we’re breaking down the most common PA school interview questions you’ll definitely get—plus the insider tips, strategies, and examples that will help you answer them like a future PA-C. ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on…
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This episode is all about answering the questions we get asked all the time! We deep dive into the top pre-PA questions so you walk away with complete clarity! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut to your strongest, most competitive app. We’ll hop on Zoom, and while you talk…
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Low GPA Panic? Four Moves That Beat a Low GPA!
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18:33Feel stuck by your GPA? Learn the four moves that PA school admissions actually trust and how to overcome less than awesome stats. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Happy PA Week Special!! To celebrate your future white coat, we have something amazing for you! Our PA School Directory! Updated for the new cycle (incl. new programs) and available for you so you can…
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Red Flags, Green Lights: Build a Smart PA School List That Doesn't Waste Your Money!
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Is PA Really a Dream Career?? The Reality of Being a PA
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19:25Is being a Physician Assistant truly a dream job? Is what you've heard about the PA profession and lateral mobility accurate? Today, we dive into the realities of being a Physician Associate and just how versatile it really is! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step…
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Should You Reapply to Schools that Rejected You?? Here's the Playbook
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14:29Thinking about reapplying to the same PA school that previously rejected you? We cover green lights, red flags, and when it's right vs not smart to reapply. CASPA App Editing Service CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — Happening October 12!! This is your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines hit. If yo…
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Don’t Apply Blind: The Accreditation Info Every Pre-PA Needs
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14:18A simple, must-know guide to ARC-PA terms, probation vs. provisional, and how to vet programs before you hit submit. This is exactly what you need to know when it comes to PA program accreditation and applying to PA schools! CASPA SOS: Last Call Bootcamp — your step-by-step plan to submit (or strengthen) your PA school app before any more deadlines…
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Best practices for new life insurance agents
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31:57Want to crush it as a life insurance agent? Tony Steuer worked in the life insurance field for 35 years before becoming an author on insurance and financial literacy. In this episode, Tony shares his tips for starting a successful career as a life insurance agent, including the daily habits of winners, how to find your niche, certifications, buildi…
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Shadowing on Zoom?! What Actually Counts for CASPA in 2025!
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15:41Confused about whether virtual shadowing hours will really count on your PA school application this cycle? In this episode, we break down the rules, the truth about virtual vs. in-person shadowing, and how to log your hours so admissions committees take them seriously! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> 👉 If your application still needs help, you've …
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Everyone Has the Same Stats. How to Stand Out from Stat Twins at your PA School Interviews!
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9:32On paper, every pre-PA at your interview is basically the same: the GPA, the hours, the shadowing. So how do you stand out once your stats stop doing the talking? Your interview answers are where you can finally set yourself apart. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly how to shine in both traditional and MMI interviews so programs remember …
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Life insurance basics explained for new agents
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45:43Considering a career as a life insurance agent or getting started at a new role? Tony Steuer worked in the life insurance field for 35 years before becoming an author on insurance and financial literacy. In this episode, Tony covers all the basics of a life insurance agent career, including products, concepts, ethics, and insurable interest. Tony h…
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Bragging or Bold? How to Confidently Sell Yourself in PA School Interviews Without Feeling Like You're Boasting
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7:25If talking about yourself in interviews feels like bragging, you’re not alone. In this episode, let's reframe this mindset. We’ll show you how to confidently highlight your experiences so PA schools see why you belong in their program! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Don’t just wing your PA school interview—crush it! Book a Mock Interview and get personalized f…
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Don’t Ghost Your PA Schools: How to Stay Top of Mind After You Submit!
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10:09You’ve submitted your CASPA application—now the waiting game begins. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to sit in silence. In this episode, we break down smart ways to stay on PA schools’ radar (without being pushy), and strategies to keep your application shining while you wait! PA Shadowing Community and Membership: PA-Cers! You get: ✅ Weekly l…
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Brenda Wells is a professor of risk management and insurance at East Carolina University, and the department chair for the Department of Finance and Insurance. In this episode, Brenda shares what it is like to go into property and casualty insurance as a career, including getting the job, what skills are important, and how ethics comes into play. A…
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Personal Statement Secrets: How to Get Noticed (and Get Interviews!)
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14:54Your GPA and patient care hours matter—but your personal statement can be the difference between landing an interview or getting overlooked. In this episode, we break down why this essay is so powerful and how to make yours stand out! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ✨ Ready to take the stress out of your PA school app? Our VIP Days are like a total shortcut…
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NEW PA Schools Just Launched! Should You Apply?
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10:50Have you heard about these brand new PA schools? In this episode, we lay out the new PA programs, the pros + cons of applying, and how to decide if they’re the right move for your CASPA strategy! ____ VIP Days! Us + You on Zoom to create your app!🌟 We meet on Zoom and: Write your entire personal statement Write all your CASPA experience paragraphs …
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In this podcast, we analyze and answer a practice question on call protection. Call features are not beneficial for investors, as a call can end a bond earlier than anticipated. Understanding what call protection is and how to successfully shield investors from being called is an important FINRA SIE exam topic. Call features and protection are also…
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PA vs NP vs MD/DO: What’s the Difference, the Medical Model, and How to Answer This at Your PA School Interview!
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11:40Confused about the difference between PAs, NPs, and MD/DOs? In this episode, we break down education, training, scope of practice, lifestyle, and salary. You’ll also learn how to answer common PA school interview questions like, “Why PA vs NP vs MD/DO?” and “What is the medical model?” ____________________________________________ Application to Acc…
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Did You Apply to the Right Number of PA Schools?
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7:10Applying to PA school is expensive—so how many programs should you actually apply to? In this episode, we break down the sweet spot, how to choose programs that match your stats first, and what to do if you’ve already applied but haven’t received interview invites yet! 📌 Labor Day Special 👉 PA School Directory (usually only inside our Application t…
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Forward stock splits (FINRA SIE, 7, 9, 65, 66)
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2:49In this podcast, we cover the concept of a forward stock split, why issuers perform them, and how to calculate changes to an investor's portfolio. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…
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Inside Palm Beach Atlantic’s New PA Program with Program Director and PA-C Phil Tobin
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15:00In this special guest episode with PA-C and Program Director of Palm Beach Atlantic and PA-C Phil Tobin, you will learn about Phil's incredible background and all about this amazing PA school! You may even add this PA school to the list of programs you apply to! Palm Beach Atlantic PA Program FREE Pre-PA Club Toolkit! This is your all-in-one resour…
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The One PA School Interview Strategy That Can Boost Your Chances of Getting Accepted
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10:29In this episode, we cover one of the most important strategies to standing out at your PA school interview and landing a seat! Don't show up at your interview without doing this first! Mock Interview Weekly PA Shadowing for CASPA: Join PA-Cers, our PA shadowing membership that gives you: ✅ Weekly live PA shadowing hours in diverse specialties ✅ Acc…
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Negotiable and redeemable securities (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 9, 65, 66)
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8:26In this podcast, we analyze the difference between negotiable and redeemable securities. This concept relates to how these securities are traded, the fees associated with each, and how these transactions are facilitated. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free …
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How to Answer “Why Do You Want to Attend Our PA School?” (Interview Secrets Every Pre-PA Needs)
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15:04One of the most common—and most important—PA school interview questions is: “Why do you want to attend our program?” In this episode, we break down exactly how to craft a strong, specific, and memorable answer that ties in curriculum, mission, outcomes, and your own story so you stand out from the competition. FREE Pre-PA Club Toolkit! This is your…
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Haven't Submitted Yet?? Don't Panic - How to Submit Your PA School Application—Fast!
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12:06Haven’t hit “submit” on your CASPA yet? In this episode, we walk you through exactly what to focus on right now so you can finish strong, avoid last-minute mistakes, and get your application in ASAP. 🎯 Ready to finally feel confident hitting “submit” on your PA school application? Inside our Application to Acceptance Course, we walk you step-by-ste…
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Bond volatility and stability (FINRA SIE, 6, 7, 63, 65, 66)
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5:32In this podcast, we cover why bond prices fluctuate and the bonds most susceptible to market price volatility. These topics are tested via suitability questions in many FINRA exams. Achievable has courses with industry-best pass rates for the FINRA SIE, Series 6, 7, 9, 63, 65, and 66. Try our courses for free at https://achievable.me.…
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Retake or Waste of Time? When to Repeat Your PA School Prereqs (and When to Skip It)
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14:59Wondering if you need to retake your prerequisite courses for PA school? In this episode, we break down exactly when retaking a prerequisite course will help your PA school application—and when it’s just not worth your time or money. ___________________________________ 🎯 Ready to finally feel confident hitting “submit” on your PA school application…
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Provisional, Probation, or Continued Accreditation? Understanding ARC-PA Statuses and What You Really Need to Know
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13:10Applying to PA school without checking ARC-PA status? Not a good idea. In this episode, we’re making accreditation easy to understand so you can apply confidently—and avoid surprises down the road. This can change everything for you and your PA School Application: VIP Days 💻☕️ AKA: the ultimate way to put together your strongest, most competitive C…
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Call options spreads explained (FINRA Series 7, 9)
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19:13Options blew up during the pandemic - and if you want to trade options in today's market, you need to know about a key tactic: option spreads. In this podcast, we break down option spreads and a 4-step approach to tackling both spread calculations. We also examine this tactic from the perspective of the FINRA Series 7 and common questions on that e…
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