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A podcast for CA Students of India. All about CA from getting into course and becoming a Chartered Accountant dearcastudents.substack.com

  1. 10 timer siden

    How to Break Bad Habits & Study Consistently

    We all know what we should be doing—studying consistently, avoiding distractions, staying focused. Yet, we often end up scrolling social media, procrastinating, or wasting time. Why does this happen? In this episode of the Dear CA Student, Neeraj Arora shares a simple yet powerful exercise that can help you become more productive by identifying the activities that truly contribute to your long-term success and replacing the ones that don’t. In this episode, you’ll learn: * Why self-awareness alone doesn’t change your life * How to identify habits that genuinely help your CA journey * A practical exercise to evaluate where your time is actually going * How to replace distractions with meaningful activities * Small changes that can significantly improve your productivity and consistency Whether you’re preparing for CA Foundation, CA Intermediate, or CA Final, this episode will help you focus on what truly matters and build habits that lead to long-term success. Question for you:What’s one habit you’ll replace after listening to this episode? Let us know in the comments! All the best guys!Give your best shot. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    How to Break Bad Habits & Study Consistently
  2. 17. jul.

    Why You Keep Getting Distracted While Studying (And How to Fix It)

    Your biggest enemy during exam preparation may not be a difficult subject—it may be your own distractions. Many students open Instagram or YouTube for ā€œjust 5 minutes,ā€ but those few minutes often turn into hours. In this video, Neeraj Arora explains why this happens, why it’s completely normal, and most importantly, how you can break this habit. If you’re preparing for: * CA Foundation * CA Intermediate * CA Final * CS * CMA * College Exams * Any Competitive Exam this video will help you understand the psychology behind procrastination and give you practical ways to regain your focus. In this video you’ll learn: * Why your brain chooses scrolling over studying * The hidden cost of ā€œjust 5 minutesā€ * How small distractions affect your exam results * Practical tips to improve concentration * How disciplined students make better decisions Remember: Success isn’t decided in the easy moments. It’s decided in the moments when studying feels difficult—but you choose to continue. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    Why You Keep Getting Distracted While Studying (And How to Fix It)
  3. 15. jul.

    If You're Feeling Lost CA Students, Watch This Before You Study

    If you’re a CA Intermediate or CA Final student who constantly feels stressed, frustrated, or distracted, this video is for you. Most students waste their precious time complaining about things they cannot control—ICAI, difficult papers, coaching, teachers, family, luck, or the economy. But every minute spent worrying about these things is a minute taken away from what actually changes your results. In this motivational episode, Neeraj Arora shares a powerful mindset that can completely transform the way you prepare for your CA exams. In this video you’ll learn: * Why complaining is secretly destroying your preparation * The Circle of Control principle * How successful students think differently * What you should focus on every single day * How to eliminate distractions and improve concentration * The simple habit that can improve your results Remember:Your chapter revision is in your control.Your mock tests are in your control.Your consistency is in your control. Everything else is just noise. If this message helps you, share it with a CA student who needs to hear it today. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    If You're Feeling Lost CA Students, Watch This Before You Study
  4. 14. jul.

    Thinking of Skipping CA Inter September 2026? Watch This First.

    Many CA Intermediate students are thinking: ā€œI’ll skip this attempt... Next attempt I’ll prepare properly.ā€ But is that really a strategy?Or is it simply fear disguised as a smart decision? In this video, I want to have an honest conversation with every CA student who is planning to skip the September 2026 attempt. Remember: * Don’t let fear decide your future. * Sitting for the exam is always better than regretting it later. * Even if preparation isn’t perfect, giving your best matters. You may be surprised by what you can achieve in the remaining days. If this video changes your mindset even a little, share it with one friend who is planning to skip the attempt. All the best for your CA Intermediate September 2026 exams! Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

  5. 9. jul.

    ICAI Released New Case Studies | CA Inter Audit Student

    Are you preparing for the CA Intermediate Audit exam? Then this is a must-listen episode. ICAI’s latest RTP includes a case study that could play a crucial role in your exam preparation. Many students ignore RTP case studies and focus only on theory, but this approach can cost valuable marks. In this episode, Neeraj Arora explains: * Why this RTP case study is extremely important * How ICAI is testing case-study-based MCQs * A simple strategy to solve lengthy Audit case studies * Why most students still ignore free resources * What you should do today to improve your exam preparation If you’re serious about scoring well in CA Inter Audit, don’t miss this episode. Watch the complete RTP Case Study discussion and start practicing today. Subscribe for more CA Intermediate Audit guidance, exam strategy, RTP, MTP, MCQs, and important ICAI updates. All the best. Stay connected, stay ahead.Jai Hind. ą¤øą„€ą¤–ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚, ą¤¤ą„‹ ą¤œą„€ą¤¤ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚!Take care and God bless you all. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    ICAI Released New Case Studies | CA Inter Audit Student
  6. 8. jul.

    Why 90% of CA Students Don't Clear Exams?

    Are you really studying, or are you just feeling productive? In this episode, I talk about about the biggest mistake most CA students make. Watching lectures, highlighting books, making notes, and consuming motivational content may feel like preparation—but none of these replace answer writing. If you truly want to clear your CA exams, start writing answers every single day. This video also introduces the 1% Challenge—a simple daily habit that can completely change your Audit preparation and improve your exam performance. If you’re serious about clearing your CA exams, don’t just watch this video. Take the challenge and prove yourself through consistent action. * Why most CA students fail * The biggest study myth * Importance of answer writing * Audit preparation strategy * How to improve presentation in CA exams * Daily discipline for CA success * The 1% Challenge All the best. Stay connected, stay ahead.Jai Hind. ą¤øą„€ą¤–ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚, ą¤¤ą„‹ ą¤œą„€ą¤¤ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚!Take care and God bless you all. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    Why 90% of CA Students Don't Clear Exams?
  7. 7. jul.

    Stop Overthinking. Start Studying. | The Truth No Motivational Video Will Tell You

    Most students don’t fail because they’re incapable—they fail because they keep planning instead of executing. In this episode, I talk about: * Why overplanning is a form of procrastination. * Why motivational videos don’t create long-term discipline. * How overthinking grows when your mind is idle. * Why you feel ā€œtiredā€ within minutes of studying. * The power of planning just ONE day at a time. * A simple method to stop negative thoughts and start taking action immediately. If you’ve ever said: * ā€œI’ll start tomorrow.ā€ * ā€œWhat if I fail?ā€ * ā€œI make plans but never execute them.ā€ ...then this episode is for you. No fancy productivity hacks. No unrealistic motivation.Just practical advice that you can apply today. Listen till the end, implement one idea, and let me know how it works for you in the comments. All the best. Stay connected, stay ahead.Jai Hind. ą¤øą„€ą¤–ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚, ą¤¤ą„‹ ą¤œą„€ą¤¤ą¤Øą¤¾ ą¤¶ą„ą¤°ą„‚!Take care and God bless you all. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    Stop Overthinking. Start Studying. | The Truth No Motivational Video Will Tell You
  8. 9. mar.

    Failed your CA exams? Listen this

    CA results can be brutal. You put in months of effort, sacrifice a lot… and when the result doesn’t go your way, it feels like everyone is watching and judging you. But remember something important: Many successful Chartered Accountants cleared after multiple attempts. Failure in an exam does not define your intelligence or your future. Right now, don’t rush into the next study plan. First process the emotion. Take a day or two.Talk to someone you trust.Let the emotions come out. Bonus:Heavy Discounts are live on our platforms - EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code RESULT26 to get up to 26% off on the courses. CA Inter Live Batch starting from 16th March 2026. CA Final Live Batch starting from 9th March 2026. And most importantly: * Don’t isolate yourself * Don’t take harsh decisions * Don’t judge yourself too quickly * Don’t decide about leaving CA in this emotional moment This phase will pass.And you will start again. I will record a short podcast sharing what you should do next. God bless you. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. How does this work? * You subscribe to my write-ups. (No cost at all) * Check your email after subscribing. Shift Dear CA Students From Promotion or other tabs to your Main Inbox * Check whether Dear CA Students is in the promotion tab. * Click and Drag it to your Inbox. * Click yes on Do this for future Dialog box at the bottom left. Check the instructions in the picture below. Also - add dearcastudents@substack.com to your contacts in your email account. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dearcastudents.substack.com

    Failed your CA exams? Listen this

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