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Dear CA Students

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

  1. Nov 3

    This Simple Habit Can Change Your Life CA Students!

    Want to change your bad habits but don’t know where to start? The first step is not motivation, discipline, or even a perfect routine. It is self-awareness. In this episode of Dear CA Students, Neeraj Arora Sir shares a simple lesson from his own life: Awareness Precedes Change. Before you can improve something, you need to understand what is going wrong. Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 8th Nov 2026. Start by observing your daily routine. Write down your mistakes, notice where you waste time, and identify the habits that are holding you back. You don’t have to change everything overnight. Start with one small improvement. Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 8th Nov 2026. Know yourself first. Change will follow. God bless you! All the best! - Neeraj Arora(CA Inter Audit & SM and CA Final Audit Mentor) 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

    This Simple Habit Can Change Your Life CA Students!
  2. Nov 2

    Consistency Is Your Superpower | Stop Studying According to Your Mood!

    Consistency is the superpower that can change your CA exam preparation. Many students study for 10–12 hours one day, barely study the next day, and then take a break for another 2–3 days. This approach will not help you clear your exams. In this episode of Dear CA Students, Neeraj Arora Sir shares a simple but powerful reminder: Success doesn’t come from studying hard for one day. It comes from showing up every single day. Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 2nd Nov 2026. The CA syllabus is vast, and the preparation is challenging. But instead of worrying about the entire syllabus, focus on one chapter, one topic, or even one paragraph at a time. Don’t wait for motivation. Don’t let your mood decide your study schedule. Build a routine, stay disciplined, and make consistent progress. Remember: Consistency is your superpower. Use it wisely. Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 2nd Nov 2026. Keep studying. Keep moving forward. God bless you! All the best! - Neeraj Arora(CA Inter Audit & SM and CA Final Audit Mentor) 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

    Consistency Is Your Superpower | Stop Studying According to Your Mood!
  3. Oct 31

    Dear CA Students: Are You Really Taking Responsibility for Your Preparation?

    What do you do when you’re tired and nobody is watching? In this episode of Dear CA Students, Neeraj Arora shares a powerful lesson from his reading about discipline, responsibility, and the importance of small habits. As a CA student, attending lectures and studying for hours is just one part of your preparation. What matters equally is what you do afterwards. Do you revise your topics? Complete your writing practice? Attempt mock tests? Or do you keep postponing these small responsibilities because you’re tired? Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 2nd Nov 2026. The difference between preparation and effective preparation often lies in these little actions. This episode is a reminder that discipline isn’t about doing things only when you’re motivated or when someone is checking on you. It’s about taking responsibility for your goals, even on difficult days. Your CA journey is shaped not just by how much you study, but also by what you choose to do when nobody is watching. Use Code- SAVE25 for flat 25% off. Valid till 2nd Nov 2026. Listen to this short message, reflect on your habits, and take one small step towards becoming a more disciplined and dependable student. All the best! - Neeraj Arora(CA Inter Audit & SM and CA Final Audit Mentor) 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

    Dear CA Students: Are You Really Taking Responsibility for Your Preparation?
  4. Jul 27

    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
  5. Jul 17

    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 “just 5 minutes,” 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 “just 5 minutes” * 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)
  6. Jul 15

    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
  7. Jul 14

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

    Many CA Intermediate students are thinking: “I’ll skip this attempt... Next attempt I’ll prepare properly.” 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

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