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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. 1h ago

    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
  2. 18h ago

    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

  3. 5d ago

    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. सीखना शुरू, तो जीतना शुरू!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
  4. Jul 8

    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. सीखना शुरू, तो जीतना शुरू!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?
  5. Jul 7

    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 “tired” 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: * “I’ll start tomorrow.” * “What if I fail?” * “I make plans but never execute them.” ...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. सीखना शुरू, तो जीतना शुरू!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
  6. Mar 9

    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
  7. 12/24/2025

    How to Focus Better (Day 2): The Power of Prioritisation

    Welcome to Day 2 of the How to Focus Better series—and if you’re here today, you’re already among the few who don’t quit after Day 1. That itself makes you different. In this session, we move from identifying distractions to defeating them. Once you know who your enemy is and how it attacks your focus, the next step is clear: prioritisation. Bonus:Heavy Discounts are live on our platforms - EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code HNY26 to get up to 26% off on all the courses. Key takeaway from Day 2:You may have many things to do, but at the end of the day, only one thing truly matters. Focus comes naturally when priorities are clear. What you’ll learn today: * Why lack of focus is actually a lack of priorities? * How writing helps you discover what truly matters in life? * A simple but powerful exercise to define: * Long-term goals (10 years) * Medium-term goals (5 years) * Short-term and ultra-short-term goals * Why “writing” is underrated but essential for focus, clarity, and critical thinking? * The danger of illusion of knowledge—why watching and listening alone doesn’t change behaviour. Bonus:Heavy Discounts are live on our platforms - EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code HNY26 to get up to 26% off on all the courses. 📝 Today’s Homework:Write.Write your goals.Write your problems.Write your priorities. Until you write, thoughts remain fleeting—and fleeting thoughts never change behaviour. This episode is not motivational fluff; it’s practical wisdom that works if you apply it consistently. Behaviour change takes time, effort, and repetition—and this series will walk that path with you. 🎁 Bonus:Don’t forget to check out courses on EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code HNY26 to get up to 26% off on all the courses. Stay tuned for Day 3, where we’ll talk about the fuel of focus. Like, share, and continue this journey.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

  8. 12/22/2025

    Struggling to Focus? Start Here - Day 1

    Welcome to a brand-new mentoring series which will help you improve focus, productivity, and clarity of mind—not just for your upcoming exams, but for life beyond them. In Day 1, we begin with a powerful idea: “Awareness precedes change.”Before you can improve your focus, you must first understand what distracts you, when it distracts you, and why it distracts you. Just like a doctor diagnoses before treating, this series will help you identify the real causes behind lack of concentration. Bonus:Heavy Discounts are live on our platforms - EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code HNY26 to get up to 26% off on all the courses. What you’ll learn today: * Why awareness is the first step to better focus? * How to identify your biggest distractions (social media, habits, routines, thoughts)? * A simple but effective journaling exercise to improve concentration and efficiency. * How knowing your “enemy” makes focus easier and sustainable? Today’s task:Sit down and write what distracts you. Not just in your head—on paper. Journaling is a key tool to sharpen focus and boost productivity. Bonus:Heavy Discounts are live on our platforms - EDU91, Mock Test Papers, SKILL91, and Learnn Club. Use code HNY26 to get up to 26% off on all the courses, including personal finance. All the very best. 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

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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