The Influence the Chinese Language on Asia

The Influence the Chinese Language on Asia What Role Does Chinese Play in Other Asian Countries? Chapters Chinese Characters in Japanese The Impact of Chinese Culture in Korea The Tumultuous History of China and Vietnam The Four Official Languages of SingaporeIn addition to places where Chinese is spoken as an official language such as mainland China and Taiwan (Republic of China), the influence of the Chinese language can be seen on a number of other places in Asia...Both culturally and linguistically, Old Chinese, which was a monosyllabic and tonal language, was responsible for the birth of a number of different writing systems and languages in Southeast Asia.Its influence was so great that we can even find Chinese words in European languages and in English including: “tea” and “ketchup” which came from the Chinese words ? (tê) and ??/?? (koe-tsiap).While Chinese is now a great language to be able to put on your CV, was this always the case?Why were Chinese characters so widely adopted across Asia?In this article, we're going to be taking a look at the history and inf luence of Chinese languages on a few other Asian languages.Learn also how to speak Mandarin's four tones... NingChinese Teacher 5.00 (10) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LorraineChinese Teacher £10/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YuweiChinese Teacher 4.33 (6) £19/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoyceChinese Teacher £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NicoleChinese Teacher £60/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KatyChinese Teacher £16/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors YangChinese Teacher £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ChengChinese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Chinese Characters in JapaneseA country known for manga, anime, sushi, and samurai, Japan is a country whose culture was heavily influenced by China and the Chinese language.Japan has been considering abandoning the Chinese characters in its alphabet since the end of the 19th century. (Source: pixabay.com)In fact, Chinese vocabul ary is responsible for around 60% of Japanese words yet very few people are aware that Japanese and Mandarin Chinese have so many things in common. There are a number of Japanese things that actually originated from China or Chinese culture.Written Chinese is thought to have made its way to Japan as early as the 4th century. However, there are claims that  Japan had its own writing system known as jindai moji but most evidence appears to be forgeries since examples of the writing system have been based on Modern Japanese, which has fewer vowels than its Old Japanese.Additionally, there are even texts written around the time using the Chinese characters that state that there was no such writing system in Japan before the Chinese characters were brought over. Scholars also believe that it seems highly unlikely that the Japanese would abandon such a writing system so quickly just because the Chinese introduced another one.On the other hand, there are also texts in existence written usi ng the jindai moji from the time period they would have been used and during the 19th century, there were claims that examples of ancient writing had been found.Whatever the truth is, the Chinese characters were widely adopted and although only  the upper echelons of Japanese society learnt Chinese and wrote Chinese characters in order to communicate with one another, that would soon change.Chinese made its most important marks on Japan and Japanese culture between the 6th century during the times of Asuka and Nara and the 12th century during the Heian period.The presence of Chinese in the heart of the Land of the Rising Sun can still be seen most clearly in the written language as many Chinese characters are still present in written Japanese .Also learn about the Chinese phonetic writing system...  These Chinese characters, which are known as Kanji in Japanese, are used alongside Japan’s two other writing systems, Hiragana and Katakana, which are used for grammatical words and th e transcription of foreign words.While often, and rightly, seen as a country in its own right, Japan remains heavily associated with Chinese culture. In fact, Japan has tried, often in vain, to separate itself from its Chinese roots and, as of the 19th century and during periods of modernisation, has tried to rid itself of Chinese characters.Despite well-intentioned and official attempts, Japan has been unable to rid itself of the characters, usually due to the fact that there’s no other writing system to replace them. As a result, there aren't any modern dictionaries in Japan where you wouldn't find a word that comes from a Chinese character.Find out more about China’s linguistic history. The Impact of Chinese Culture in KoreaThe first foreign country to make a significant mark on Korean culture was China.At a time where Chinese culture was revered, the Koreans took inspiration from it. (Source: pixabay.com)As early as the 5th century BCE, the Chinese Empire was seen as a model civilisation by the Koreans and a number of Chinese influences can be seen to this day.Thus, under the influence of the Tang dynasty, one of the most advanced in the history of China, Korea incorporated a number of Chinese traditions.Culturally speaking, the Middle Kingdom influenced the Koreans in the following ways:Agriculture: through the different technologies of the time for cultivating rice and barley.Law: the drafting of the first civil code and the adoption of an administrative model as of the 7th century.China also influenced Korea in terms of language with the adoption of Chinese ideograms.I learned all about writing Chinese ideograms from my Superprof when she was hosting Mandarin lessons London!Until the invention of the simplified Korean “Hangul” alphabet in the 15th century at the time of King Sejong the Great during the Joseon Dynasty (which helped Koreans learn to read and write), “Hanja” ??, the Chinese characters still used today, were used alongside Korea n characters.The influence of Chinese characters can be seen in the “hanmun” texts written using Hanja which formed the basis of classical Chinese grammar.There is very little difference between “hanja” and Japanese “kanji”, which both heavily resemble traditional Chinese characters or “hanzi”, other than a few exceptions that are used to identify the characters as Korean rather than Japanese or Chinese.It’s thought that between 60% and 70% of Korean’s vocabulary is made up of Sino-Korean words.  Ironically, Korean is spoken today in the People’s Republic of China in the border regions of Yanbian.Find out more about Chinese variations and dialects! The Tumultuous History of China and VietnamAt the risk of burning my fingers by writing about the hot topic of “China’s influence on Vietnam”, let’s have a look at the history and relationship between these two countries.This is surely not a topic you will cover in your Chinese classes London or elsewhere!Acc ording to legend, Vietnamese and Cantonese were born from one language. (Source: Vincent Liew)Given how controversial the topic is, it can be quite difficult to find trustworthy information on the subject.  This is generally due to the fact that the reasons why certain people are trying fervently to show that the Vietnamese are Chinese (or vice-versa) are very political.In terms of linguistics, we know that Chinese and Vietnamese belong to two different language families. However, you could say that they’re sort of like cousins or neighbours.Chinese belongs to the Sino-Tibetan language family while Vietnamese belongs to the Austroasiatic language family. Thus, their structures are different. Diametrically opposed, in fact.So how can we go so far as to claim that their are similarities between the two languages?Discover everything you need to know about the Chinese language...The PhoneticsIn fact, while there are also certain grammatical similarities between Mandarin Chinese in som e cases, the phonetic similarities between Cantonese and Vietnamese are even greater.For example, Vietnamese uses 6 different tones just like its neighbour, Cantonese. While they’re obviously not the same 6 tones, there is still this similarity.While the language is more similar to ancient Chinese, there is a clear Cantonese influence on Vietnamese due to the historical relationship between the two regions.The linguistic links between the two formed in the Guangdong delta by descendants of the Yue in northern Vietnam can be seen in the administrative and technical vocabulary found in certain parts of Vietnam.Some Vietnamese words (around 90% in some cases) can be traced back to Chinese as well as the characters used in “Ch? nôm”.Since Ch? nôm is very complicated, it’s only used by the highly literate elites and has almost been fully replaced by the “qu?c ng?” writing system that uses the Latin alphabet.If there are any tutors who teach Chinese reading this article, don ’t hesitate to share your experiences of teaching Vietnamese students as we’ve heard a number of stories claiming that it can be very easy for them to learn Mandarin Chinese including claims that there are first year university students who’ve managed to reach the same level as second year or graduating students in significantly less time.Find out more about learning Chinese. The Four Official Languages of SingaporeDespite being a small country in both terms of land and population, Singapore is a huge country when it comes to the number of ethnic groups and languages.Singapore is an autonomous republic with no linguistic laws. (Source: pixabay.com)Of all the ethnic groups in Singapore, the Chinese population is the biggest.  In terms of “Chinese” groups, there are:Taiwanese or “Min nan”MandarinsHakkaCantonesePu-xianMin beiBabaHuiThe country is comprised of four main linguistic groups, one for each of the country’s official languages. Mandarin Chinese is the language spoken by most of the Chinese-speaking inhabitants.While there’s a tendency for Mandarin households to also speak English, we can confirm that Mandarin makes up part of the city-state’s multilingual landscapeIf you’re thinking about working in China and getting Chinese lessons, which variety of Chinese should you consider learning?

How to Play Hard Rock and Metal on the Guitar

How to Play Hard Rock and Metal on the Guitar The Guitarist’s Guide to Hard Rock and Metal Music ChaptersHard Rock, the Heir to the BluesThe Minor Pentatonic, Blue Note, and Mixolydian ModeRight Hand Metal Guitar TechniquesHard Rock and Metal Songs for the GuitarHard Rock and Metal Guitar Vocabulary“I just go where the guitar takes me.” - Angus YoungThe guitar is one of the most popular instruments for people to learn.  That doesn’t mean it’s easy, though. Like all musical instruments, getting started requires a lot of work, patience, and drive.Enjoying the guitar will dictate whether or not a guitarist succeeds.  Whether you’re a left-handed or right-handed guitar player, a classical guitarist or a metalhead, playing a Gibson Les Paul, Fender Stratocaster, or a B.C. Rich, you need perseverance when learning to play hard rock or heavy metal.In this article, we're focusing on hard rock guitar technique, and how to play guitar along to hard rock and metal music.So are you ready to play some AC/DC or Metallica? PeterGuitar Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tu tors EdgarGuitar Teacher 5.00 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PaulGuitar Teacher 5.00 (12) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DanielGuitar Teacher 5.00 (3) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToddGuitar Teacher 4.75 (4) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SamueleGuitar Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KurtGuitar Teacher 5.00 (3) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RyanGuitar Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsHard Rock, the Heir to the BluesHard rock appeared during the middle of the 1960s from within the blues rock movement.  It’s famous for its aggressive singing, distorted guitars, driving bass and drums, and typical blues elements such as pentatonic scales  (scales that include 5 different notes) and the occasional use of pianos or keyboards.It may be hard to believe, but metal music originated from the blues! (Source: fradellafra)However, hard rock was played in a binary rhythm while blues used a ternary rhythm. There aren’t as many effects pedals as you’ll find in metal, either. During the 1980s, hard rock gave rise to heavy metal, grunge, punk rock, and the lighter pop rock.How would you like to learn the fundamental rock chords?The Importance of Power ChordsPower chords are everywhere in rock music. However, they’re almost essential in hard rock and metal as they can provide an aggressive sound. They’re simple and effective chords and you can quickly play them anywhere on the neck and get that aggressive sound from your guitar and your amp.  Power chords are usually played on the lowest three strings (the E, A, and D strings).For example, the E power chord (E5) is played like this:Open E stringThe second frets on the A and D stringsD5:Open D stringThe second fret on the D string and third on the G stringsA5:Open A stringThe second frets on the D and G stringsStart with a slow and heavy beat and you’ll get a blend between a blues and rock sound.The Minor Pentatonic, Blue Note, and Mixolydian ModeAs we said, hard rock came from blues music. However, you hit the notes harder and with distortion.  Have fun with the D minor pentatonic scale. Use the different techniques that hard rockers are fond of:BendVibratoPickingDouble StopReleaseThe blue note is a note played in jazz and blues that is played slightly lower than usual (usually a quartertone or semitone). This is usually used to express sadness or nostalgia in the blues.To play metal music, you need to be a skilled guitarist. (Source: PascalBeckmann)What’s the mixolydian mode?If you’ve never heard of it, I’d recommend studying it if you’re serious about hard rock- if you take guitar lessons, get your tutor to show you.  It’s a scale constructed on the fifth scale degree of major scale with a flat 7th. You need to avoid the fouth and eleventh with the third when playing the mixolydian mode.It’s a good idea to play this with a chord. PeterGuitar Te acher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors EdgarGuitar Teacher 5.00 (8) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PaulGuitar Teacher 5.00 (12) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors DanielGuitar Teacher 5.00 (3) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ToddGuitar Teacher 4.75 (4) £35/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors SamueleGuitar Teacher 5.00 (5) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors KurtGuitar Teacher 5.00 (3) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RyanGuitar Teacher £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsRight Hand Metal Guitar TechniquesThe position of your right hand, if you’re right-handed, or left hand, if you’re left-handed is essential. This hand focuses on the rhythm and striking the strings you wish to play.There are plenty of famous hard rock and metal bands with songs that are easy to play. (Source: Donations_are_appreciated)Metal is a varied style of a music. There are several styles of metal music:Heavy m etalSymphonic metalStoner metalFunk metalSpeed metalPower metalThrash metalBlack metalSludge metalDeath metalMetal, which is derived from rock music, became popular with bands like Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, and Metallica. It’s a diverse musical taste that allows for experimentation. Since it's so experimental, there aren't really any limits to which instruments can be included (clarinet, saxophone, and even the mandolin have been used). Creativity is at the heart of metal music and if it works with the sound, it's allowed.However, the electric guitar is in almost every metal song. This is the thing that all styles of metal have in common. The guitar provides rhythmic and melodic parts.  As a beginner, you’re going to have to do a few exercises to loosen up your fingers and get the hang of the following techniques.DownpickingDownpicking allows you to get a heavier and more aggressive sound from your guitar strings. However, you need to practise a bit before you get it perfect. It’s far more complicated than alternate picking.Your wrist plays an essential role as you pick downwards without touching the strings on the upward motion.  Johnny Ramone of The Ramones practised this technique a lot and could play songs live at over 200bpm!  You need a lot of precision and endurance in order to master downpicking.Alternate PickingAlternate picking is an efficient way to keep time.  With the plectrum, you pick both upwards and downwards.  Speed and precision will be needed to perform this technique as well as John Petrucci of Dream Theater.Sweeping or Sweet PickingThis technique was made popular by Franck Gambale, a jazz guitarist.  You need to glide the plectrum from the top to bottom of the string while muting the string just after you’ve played the notes.  Notes are often played in arpeggios but they don’t ring out at the same time as one another.Palm MutingPalm muting is when you dampen the noise of the strings with the palm of your right hand (if you’r e right-handed).  It’s a great way to make a song more dynamic by providing percussive elements and nuance to your playing.For something quite metal, try some palm muted power chords. You can palm mute while downpicking, alternate picking, or sweeping. Try out different combinations and see what you get.Once you get good at those, you can start writing your own music for the guitar!Hard Rock and Metal Songs for the GuitarNow that you know a bit about the theory behind these genres, it’s time to practise!Some metal and hard rock songs are easier than others. (Source: foretagimark)Accessible Hard Rock SongsWhen you hear hard rock, what do you think of?AC/DC, of course!If there’s a group that embodies hard rock, it’s them.So to get started, you should play a few of their classics:AC/DC: Black in Black, Whole Lotta Rosie, Shoot to Thrill (and many others)Aerosmith: Mana Kin, Same Old Song and Dance, Love in an ElevatorZZ Top: La GrangeAlice Cooper: Schools Out for Summer, Poison Skid Row: Youth Gone WildJimi Hendrix: Voodoo ChildLed Zeppelin: Whole Lotta LovePoison: Talk Dirty to MeFree: All Right NowSo why not find the tabs and get to work?Metal Songs for BeginnersMetal is a difficult style to get started with. You need to blend precision and speed for some of these legendary solos.  You should start with some simple riffs and loosen up your fingers bit by bit:Most Rammstein songs.Marilyn Manson is quite accessible to beginners.Iron Maiden and Fear of the Dark, particular.Metallica: For Whom the Bell Tolls, Enter Sandman, Fight Fire with Fire, Seek and DestroyBlack Sabbath: Black Sabbath, Iron ManLimp Bizkit: Take a Look AroundDeftones: My Own SummerSystem of a Down: Suite PeeSodom: Agent OrangeNightwish: Ocean SoulSlayer: South of HeavenDragon Force: Through the Fire and FlamesSaxon: Motorcycle ManMotorhead: Ace of SpadesHard Rock and Metal Guitar VocabularyRegardless of what style you play, in order to play the guitar, there are some terms that you’ll need to be familiar with whether you’re playing an acoustic or electric guitar. We've included glossaries and explanations of throughout our series of articles on playing the guitar, guitar resources, and the different styles of music for the guitar. If you want to speak guitar fluently, you're just going to have to read all our other articles on the matter!TunerA tuner is used to help you tune your guitar (or any instrument). Tuners for acoustic guitars use a microphone to listen for the note being played whereas tuners for electric guitars come equipped with a jack allowing you to plug your guitar into the tuner. Many decent tuners come with both a microphone and a jack.CapoA capo can be placed on the fingerboard to make the open notes higher. While metal music prefers tuning a guitar differently, a capo is still is a useful tool in any guitarist's arsenal.Now discover more music genres suitable for the guitar...Did you know you can take bass guitar lessons as well as acoustic a nd electric?

Equation for Circumference of a Circle

Equation for Circumference of a Circle We can say circumference of the circle is the actual length around the circle. We have an equation or formula to find the circumference of the circle, that is 2 x x r. Here r is the radius of the circle. And we know the value of the that is 3.14 or22/7. Example 1: Find the circumference of the circle with radius 21 cm. Solution: From the problem we can write, Radius = r = 21 cm We know the formula to find the Circumference of the circle That is C = 2 x x r Now we can plug the value in this formula, then we can write Circumference of the circle=C = 2 x x r From this we can write C = 2 x x r = 2 x 22/7x 21 = 132 cubic cm. Example 2: Find the circumference of the circle with diameter 28 cm. Solution: From the problem we can write, Diameter = d = 28 cm Radius =diameter/2 =14 cm We know the formula to find the Circumference of the circle That is C = 2 x x r Now we can plug the value in this formula, then we can write Circumference of the circle=C = 2 x x r From this we can write C = 2 x x r = 2 x 22/7x 14 = 4 x 22 = 88 cubic cm.

How to Adapt Your CV and Cover Letter for Different Jobs

How to Adapt Your CV and Cover Letter for Different Jobs Each Job Application Needs Its Own CV and Cover Letter ChaptersWhy You Need to Adapt Your DocumentsAbout TemplatesA Word on Uploading Your CVAdapting Your CVAdapting Your Cover LetterIt’s just months before your graduation from university and you’ve been cruising Reed and Indeed to find that most elusive of prospects: jobs that you’re qualified for based on your course of study and that your at least mildly interested in.Jobs where the pay is nice and the working conditions aren’t too bad. Jobs that hold the promise of advancement and jobs that could turn out to be your life’s work â€" instead of mind-numbing, soul-crushing, dead-end affairs.You may have even set up job alerts so that, when a position opens up that falls within the parameters you’ve set, you will receive an email with a position description.What will you do when you find that unicorn of the job market â€" the job that demands you apply for it?Naturally, you would send in your curriculum vitae so that you can be considered for hire. Don’t forget to attach a cover letter, too!Oh, wait: here’s another job that Indeed says fits your parameters. And another! Will you send them all the same cover letter and resume?That is the question your Superprof tackles today.That’s true, but only to a point. Students often express frustration over job adverts demanding relevant experience Image by StockSnap from PixabayUniversity students trying to break into the job market are faced with the eternal conundrum: virtually every job advert demands experience but, soon to be out of school, where would you have had time to gain any?Your confusion is understandable and, seen broadly, spot on.Consider this: your university experience and life experiences in general represent so much more than the narrow degree path that you’ve been treading for the past few years.You might have participated in student groups or belonged to a student union or two. Perhaps you played sports â€" activities that attest to your physical and mental endurance.Perhaps you’ve volunteered time and/or skill with a charity or engaged in extracurricular activities. Even these facets of your life can come to bear on the contents of your CV and cover letter.Now, let’s look at things from a different perspective; that o f the hiring manager.As they skim over your application documents, will they see a barely-repressed individual whose hunger for life’s experiences has led them to dabble in many different concerns?Or is that document written by a person whose spirit is so contained that only academic subjects shine through?You must be far more than the sum of your educational experience; nobody will ever know unless you find a way to communicate the whole of your intellect and passion on three A4 sheets of paper.Do you need some tips for writing an outstanding resume? There is no harm in looking at sample resumes online to get an idea of how yours should look Image by Jess Foami from PixabayAbout TemplatesMany job search websites offer resume and cover letter templates; downloading one so you can see how to format your documents is not a bad idea.Have you ever noticed? Those templates are chock-full of experiences, the likes of which you cannot hope to have this early in your working life. So, in a sense, they are misleading; in fact, they may not work for you at all.Templates tend to expect you to conform to their parameters.In all of our searching, even on student CV template websites, we’ve yet to uncover a resume template that doesn’t include a generous space allocation for work experience â€" experience that you may or may not have.While these templates can be useful to an extent, it would probably be far more helpful for you to visit your campus career adviser to get help with formatting your CV and cover letter.Also, cash in on these ti ps to write your most effective cover letter.adapt to every job you’re applying for unless you edit it manually.That means that, if your profile is set to public (because you want employers to see that you are looking for work), your approach is no more evolved than the job seeker mentioned above who sent out 100 resumes in the hopes that one will stick.As millions of job seekers have experienced, that strategy just doesn’t work.One effective strategy for landing an interview is writing thank-you notes! Why not see how you too could benefit from implementing it…Adapting Your CVRight now, while you are presumably still in school, you should create a ‘skeleton’ CV: write your header and your educational background, list your extracurricular activities and any awards you might have won.Don’t forget to list your interests, hobbies and any skills you might have the would be relevant in the workplace.A typical CV is two A4 pages; don’t worry if you have a lot of space leftov er after compiling the qualities you’ve amassed so far.When it comes time for you to start applying for specific jobs, adapting your CV to suit the position advertised starts with reading the advert carefully.Most adverts will list the job’s requirements and skills required to do the job well. Compare what the advert calls for against what you have to offer; are you a potential candidate?Bear in mind that you won’t meet every listed qualification, especially not this early in your working life.However, there is a good chance that you have more than a few of them and you can make them stand out by deleting your skeleton’s listed qualifications that aren’t mentioned in the advert.If it so happens that you are missing quite a few of those skills, you might list similar experiences or any transferable skills you have that would apply.And, as a way of expanding your CV while putting your best foot forward, do consider adding some of those qualities to your CV profile;  it is th e first thing a prospective employer will read.Look here to find more tips on finding your first job… It's never too early to write a cover letter... Image by Luidmila Kot from PixabayAdapting Your Cover LetterResumes and cover letters go hand-in-hand so, if you adjust one, you must adjust the other.A cover letter serves to introduce yourself; your potential employer wants a bit of elaboration of the data you’ve listed in your CV.In the first paragraph, you should list the job title you’re applying for and where you found the advert â€" an online jobs board, your university’s recruitment events or in a newspaper.Your second paragraph should get to the meat of the matter: why you are qualified for this position and how your skills relate to the job posting.Ideally, you should raise these points in bulleted statements, sort of like preparing for a phone interview:As a member of our school’s debate team, I used critical thinking skills to successfully debate a wide range of issues, from sustainable farming to immigrant rights.As I progressed through school, I made myself availab le to underclassmen throughout their first year on campus.I was team captain for our Junior football club.In spite of my academic workload, I nevertheless made ample use of hand tools and power tools during my assays into community volunteering during summer break.You might not think that your accomplishments amount to much but, as you can see, they can certainly be parlayed into relevant skills you could use on any job.The above list is a fine example if you’re applying for a job that calls for leadership skills but what if you’re applying for one that doesn’t â€" maybe a sales job?In that case, your debate team experience serves to highlight your communication skills and helping underclassmen shows what a great team player you are. Do you get the idea now?With a bit of practice, adapting your CV and cover letter for each position you apply for is really not difficult and, once you get the hang of it, you too will wonder why anyone would send out the same resume, over and ove r.Of course, don’t forget to proofread after every update!Now discover how you can prepare for your phone interview…

Are You Ready to Have a Big Vision for Your Career - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Are You Ready to Have a Big Vision for Your Career - Introvert Whisperer Are You Ready to Have a Big Vision for Your Career? A big dream or big vision for your career isn’t the sole domain of the Extraverted in this world. Sometimes Introverts tip the scale on limiting how they see their future. It can be tough in our Extroverted culture to compete with the louder center of everyone’s attention, which is also our cultural ideal. After years spent seeing what looks like the majority of the rewards going to others, dreams can tend to shrink, but the ambitions are still there. All of that is easy to understand as you go from child to adult. But now that you’re a fully contributing Introvert adult, it’s time for you to understand you can create your path to greatness. We know more about how to adapt our behavior to situations through education and skill building, just like we now know how to shape great leaders. It all starts with the dream or vision. For some people, creating a “vision” feels like nailing Jell-O on a wall: kind of hard to get hold of, feels kind of squishy and may be pointless. If there were ever a good argument for creating a big, bold vision of your future, it would have to be to think about founding our nation and the guys who did it. No one told them what to do. They didn’t drag out of bed in the morning and say, “I suppose I better get that Constitution written today.” They had a vision that drove them through some of the worst adversity to prevail. That vision has fueled millions of people over multiple centuries. With these role models in mind, can you now see that nothing great is accomplished without a vision? (Click here to tweet this thought.) Here are the reasons why you want a vision for your career: We all need something big to inspire and excite us every day for a long time. It gives a purpose to your career and to your work. When times are tough and they will be periodically you need to know that a light will shine on you at the end of the tunnel. So, Why Is It Difficult to Create Your Own Career Vision? Because you don’t do it. Like everything else we do, if you don’t exercise a muscle, it will be very hard to use when you try. This means you need to start using your vision and get it pumped up. Here are some things you can do to start building a muscle for your career vision: Start with some quiet, private time and let your imagination run free. (You remember your imagination, don’t you?) If you meditate, even better. While in your tranquil state, think forward in time and observe the impact you have had. Ask yourself questions like: What would you like to say you impacted or accomplished through your work? How would that feel? What would you like others to say about you at your retirement party? Think about what you would do if money were no object. Think about what it would look like if you could accomplish everything you imagine. Once you’ve started this process, revisit this exercise until you squeeze as much as you can from your own vision. There really are no restrictions and no “right” or “wrong” ways to construct your vision. Your vision shouldn’t sound or be something like a checklist of tasks, because that’s not a vision. Be big, be bold, and just know that once you have the vision in place, figuring out how to get there will seem like play. Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook on how to construct your Career SMART Goals â€" that will help you put together your actions and keep you accountable. Get your copy now and start your action plan today! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer What’s your vision for your big, brilliant, Introverted career? Share your thoughts in the comments!

Tips for Preventing Business Travel Anxiety - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Tips for Preventing Business Travel Anxiety - Introvert Whisperer Tips for Preventing Business Travel Anxiety Once upon a time, the average person rarely had to step foot beyond their home, whether that was an 18th-century house on the prairie, a medieval farm plot, or an ancient Roman provincial farm. In the modern world, though, travel across vast distances is both a common and regular occurrence. Just because traveling long distances on a weekly and even daily basis is expected, though, it doesn’t make it any easier to do if you’re an introverted person who also struggles with travel-related anxiety. If you find the hairs on the back of your neck standing on end at the thought of buckling in for a road trip or getting onto an airplane, here are a few suggestions for ways to help calm your nerves and make the best of each traveling situation you might find yourself in. Preparing to Travel While it’s important to learn to manage your nerves while in transit, it can also be very helpful to plan accordingly before you ever step foot on that plane, train, car, or bus. For instance, if you have a counselor, consider running any travel plans by them first. Don’t be afraid to do so in detail, as they may have valuable input or advice. Modern therapy is regularly evolving, and many counselors are much better equipped to offer sound advice for managing things like anxiety and stress in relation to a specific activity. Asking for a second opinion from someone uniquely qualified to answer can be a wise move. Another long-term element that is worth addressing, especially when you’re asked to travel for work, is your work-life balance. It’s well worth the effort to take time to define your own work-life standard and then try to stick to it. While this may seem like a separate issue from managing travel anxiety, it can actually play a key role. If you feel satisfied by your work-life balance, it will go a long way in helping to keep your stress levels under control when a trip is requested and may even give you more to look forward to as you travel. Substitute Controlled Caution for Unbridled Fear Dealing with fear is part and parcel of an introvert’s walk through life. But just because you need to confront fear on a regular basis doesn’t mean you should allow it to dictate any of your decisions. One of the common challenges with travel anxiety is the sudden, crippling fear that can completely paralyze one’s ability to enjoy a situation … or, at times, even function at all. However, if you take the time to step back and consider what situations set off this paralysis in your own life, it can allow you to formulate a strategic solution. Take, for example, long trips driving your car. If you find that driving long distances for a business trip or even a family vacation whips up your nerves, don’t be afraid to take some of the control back into your own hands by purposefully and carefully practicing defensive driving. Stay at the speed limit, don’t drink or impair your abilities before getting behind the wheel, and keep your phone turned off while on the road. These are already recommended ways to reduce the chances of getting hurt in everyday driving, and adopting them as your “travel mantra” can help restore a sense of peace and control while you travel. Keeping Perspective Every time travel requires public transportation, or really using any vehicle other than a personal car, it’s easy to feel like you’re drowning in a sea of other people. The conversations, bustle, and overall noise can be quite overwhelming. However, if you know you’re heading into a situation like this, it can be helpful to schedule out your traveling time in order to minimize the stress of the situation. For instance, the next time you know you need to hop on a cross-country flight for work or to visit relatives, plan on stepping back and mentally calming down whenever required as you travel. This isn’t just an empty suggestion â€" really take the time to pause your thoughts and then step back and consider each situation you find yourself in. If you know you get anxious about the possibility of perishing in a fiery plane crash every time you board a plane, remind yourself that there are literally fewer transportation options that are safer than a plane. Seriously, just as a point of reference, you’re nearly 90 times more likely to get die in a car than on a plane â€" and we use the four-wheeled option nearly every day. In addition to the mental battle, also consider scheduling in time to recover after you’ve finished traveling. Don’t plan your trip to end right before a big business meeting or family get together. Give yourself a chance to rest before you dive into the next adventure. Keep Things on Your Terms Whenever Possible Finally, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, try to resist the temptation to over-book your trip. In addition to avoiding doing too much, try to choose quality activities that accommodate your own desires and interests. Pick activities that will help you keep your mind at ease and give you time to yourself before and after you travel. Don’t feel like you need to visit, say, Time Square the next time you’re in New York City simply because “you have to have the experience.” If you prefer serenity and tranquility, find a quiet coffee shop or visit a park instead. An important thing to remember as you prepare to face your traveling fears is that you are in more control than you might think. You can often dictate what you’ll do before and after a trip in order to prepare and debrief. In addition, as is the case with something like driving carefully, you even have a significant degree of control over how you get from one place to another. Take advantage of these tools and tips in order to make your next trip as stress- and worry-free as possible. By Sam Bowman Sam Bowman  is a freelance writer and introvert who enjoys getting to utilize the internet for the community without actually having to leave his house. In his spare time, he likes running, reading, and combining the two in a run to his local bookstore. Image Source: Pixabay Go to top Do you know what your next career step is?  Many people don’t. 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The Bar Exam by State - How to Pass the Bar What You Need to Know Anna L Jun 7, 2018 Find a Top Rated Bar Exam Tutor Near You! It's Simple and Secure - Get Real Results Fast. Find Expert Private Tutors at Reasonable Rates Today! InPerson or Online Online InPerson Anyone wishing to practice law must first figure out how to pass the bar exam: its one of those unfortunate requirements that must be hurdled before your career begins. It is intense, extensive process figuring out how to pass the bar and requires a great deal of preparation to guarantee success. Using a bar exam tutor is one way to insure you arrive ready to start the exam,   filled with confidence and the knowledge required to pass the test successfully. This article aims to help you understand what is covered in the bar exam, what are generally the most difficult areas for many, and how much time and effort is required to pass the first time around. How to Pass the Bar Exam: What You Need to Know The bar exam is a test to ensure applicants are competent to practice law. While the exam will vary between states, there are some common aspects.   One of them is the length of time the test generally takes.   The bar exam is scheduled over two days. One day is devoted to the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE) which includes 200 standardized items covering seven areas. These areas include: Civil Procedures Constitutional Law Contracts Criminal Law and Procedure Evidence Real Property Torts The second day covers a broader range of topics, but it is common for two nationally developed tests to be used. These are the Multistate Essay Examination (MEE) and the Multistate Performance Test (MPT). The MEE is ‘state specific’ and is in essay format, often comprising of around six questions. The MPT examines the applicant’s ability to use fundamental lawyer skills. It evaluates the candidates ability to complete a task that is suitable for a beginner lawyer. The MPT is not required in every state. Bar Exam applicants may also be required to undergo a background and character check. The Hardest Part of the Bar Exam Due to the fact that we all have different talents and intellect, the hardest part of the Bar Exam will vary greatly between people. At first glance, you may think that multiple choice questions will be the easiest because, after all, the answer is there in front of you. While this is technically true, many people may find these type of questions harder. This is usually because there is more than one right answer. You may be wondering how that can be, but your job is to find the most correct answer in a collection of answers that might, possibly, could be accurate as well. This is to separate the candidates who really know their stuff. It is also quite difficult to remain focused for the two, three-hour multiple choice sessions.   Your brain and you will be tired after slogging through this portion of the test! Essay questions will prove problematic to those who struggle to compose their thoughts into the written language. Even the most confident of essay writers will feel the constraints of time and pressure.   The key here is to have cogent thoughts covering all areas that you might need to address, and do it within the time allotted.   Practicing and preparing for this section is critical! In order to pass the Bar Exam successfully, it is best to understand your strengths and weaknesses and prepare accordingly.   Its also very important that you get support in your prepping as well as give yourself plenty of time to review literally everything that you covered in the past three year. How Much Preparation is Required? Passing the Bar Exam requires far more than some last minute cramming and natural brains. The average law student will need to spend around 400 hours to pass the exam successfully. Of course this number is a guide only, but it certainly gives a good indication of the time required. If you are a full time student, this means you will need to start studying at least nine weeks before the Bar Exam. If you have other commitments you should start much sooner. Equally, the more time you spend preparing, the greater the chance of first time success. The majority if your preparation should be on learning the subject content and completing practice examination questions. The last few weeks before the exam, focus should be on reviewing the law and taking timed practice exams. In summary, spend as much time as possible effectively studying â€" treating it like a full time job and your number one priority. Using a private bar exam tutor will ensure your study time is spent wisely. While it isn’t feasible to use a tutor for every study session, regularly meeting with one will help keep you on track and answer any questions you have. They may even be helpful at providing feedback on your practice examinations since theyve been there, done that and passed. Bar Exam Success Rates The percentage of students that pass the Bar Exam varies greatly between states. Nebraska and Missouri have the highest pass rates for first attempts, while California and Nevada have the lowest. The pass rate for first time applicants will help give you an indication of how much preparation you will need to undertake. However, it is unclear whether the pass rates are indicative of how hard the test is, or how intelligent and prepared the applicants ares for the exam.or both. Either way, you should spend as much time as possible preparing as possible so that you pass the first time around. Which States are the Most Difficult? How difficult students find their respective test varies between every state and while opinions exist over which state is the most difficult, there are some generalizations and information that provides a fairly conclusive top five list for those states that are the most difficult to pass for test takers. California â€" notoriously difficult, the Californian Bar Exam has the lowest first time pass rate. It used to be a three day exam involving multiple choice and essay questions. While the format has changed slightly and the time has been reduce to two days, it is still no walk in the park.   This is definitely a state   where getting help from a California bar exam private tutor is a good way to ensure your preparation will result in success. Arkansas â€" the difficulty of the Arkansas Bar Exam may have something to do with the local and state laws. Washington â€" Seattle is one of the most moved-to cities in the country, attracting many new potential Bar Exam takers. The two day test is vigorous and challenging. Louisiana â€" the bar exam in Louisiana is entirely different from anywhere else in the country. To practice law in Louisiana you must have attended law school in the state to learn the unique legal system. In addition, the difficulty of the exam may also be related to the fact that the content is vastly different to every other state. Nevada â€" the Nevada bar exam takes 2 ½ days and has one of the highest passing score requirements. The number of first time applicants that pass the Nevada Bar Exam is pretty low when compared to other states. These factors combined with the fact that Nevada has some pretty unique laws, makes it one tricky exam to pass. So there you have it, the bar exam in a nutshell. While it is rigorous and time consuming, plenty of people attempt (and pass) each year.   If you put in the time and effort plus get support from classmates or tutors, you can have a successful result. As we have mentioned, some states are more of a challenge for bar exam students.   Here are a few of the states that have ranked highest in difficult, California The California bar exam is the most difficult in the country. Only 60% of candidates passed the exam on the first attempt in 2016. The three day exam previously consisted of six essay questions, 200 multiple choice questions and two performance tests. As of 2017, the exam only takes two days and comprises of five essay questions, one performance test and 200 multiple choice questions. There are 17 subject areas that are covered, and the essay questions could be on any of these 17 areas. If you are an out-of-state applicant, the good news is that California-specific legal knowledge is only required for five of the subjects â€" federal laws apply to the other sections. Despite this fact, familiarizing yourself with the nuances of California law is incredibly beneficial as the approach to the California bar exam is different to other states. Complete several practice papers to understand the technicalities and marking criteria. This is particularly necessary when sitting the performance test section. While you do not have to regurgitate information, you will need to apply detailed law to show that you have the skills and competence to practice within the state. Using a private tutor for the bar exam is the bet way to maximize your chances of success. California law is unique, as are the style of questions and marking used on the bar exam. A California bar tutor will have experience in these areas and be on hand to answer any questions you have as well providing unique hints and tips to ensure success. One of the biggest stumbling blocks for this states applicants is the ability to write in the correct format. A tutor can help you, so can a California bar coach. Think of it this way, you wouldn’t attempt a marathon without months of training and professional guidance, so why should you attempt the bar exam alone? Enlisting professional help and allowing yourself plenty of preparation time is one of the most beneficial things you can do to ensure a relatively stress-free and successful and passing score result. Florida With only 66% of first time applicants passing the Florida bar exam, using a Florida bar exam tutor is crucial to your success. The Florida Exam is divided into three sections. Part A and Part B make up the General Bar Examination (GBE). Part A comprises of three hours spent answering essay style questions and three hours completing 100 multiple choice questions. Both General and Florida law are tested in this section. Part B is the Multistate Bar Examination (MBE). The final section is the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE). In order to sit the General Bar Examination, applicants must have graduated from an accredited law school. The MPRE can be attempted prior to law school graduation. The examination procedure in Florida allows candidates to select from two methods of testing. These methods are: The Overall Method â€" only applicants who submit both Parts A and B during the same administration can use this method. To pass using this method requires an average score of 136 or higher. The Individual Method â€" applicants who have previously passed part of the exam and wish to retake the part of the exam they failed may use this method. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each of the sections in order to pass the Bar Exam overall. Statisticians indicate that applicants who opt for the Overall Method may find passing easier. This is probably due to the fact that only one pass score is required as opposed to having to pass each section. Like most of the exams, it is highly advised to spend a lot of time preparing by learning both federal and Florida law, and by completing as many practice papers as possible. Using a private bar exam tutor will help guide you through these questions. They can offer constructive feedback to ensure you are as prepared as possible come examination day. It is also recommended to make the most of the bar study guide that has been developed by the Florida Board of Bar Examiners, it can be downloaded for free here. Finally, all applicants to the Florida Bar Exam must be able to provide evidence of good moral character. Further information can be found on the Florida Board of Bar Examiners website. Virginia The Virginia Bar Exam is passed by 75% of first time applicants which may be an indication that it is a little easier than some other states. This doesn’t mean that you can sit back, relax and pass the exam with minimal study or preparation. Like many other bar exams, the Virginia bar exam takes place over two days. The first day comprises of a taxing 20 short answer questions and nine essay questions. Day two is the Multistate Bar Exam (MBE), which is 200 multiple choice questions. The MBE score is weighted at 40% and the essay section equates to 60%. The sections are combined to provide an overall score. The Virginia bar essay topics may include: Agency Conflict of Law Constitutional Law Contracts Business Organizations Creditors Rights Criminal Law Domestic Relations Equity Evidence Federal Practice and Procedure Local Government Law Professional Conduct Real and Personal Property Sales Suretyship Taxation Torts Trusts Uniform Commercial Code Virginia Civil and Criminal Procedure Wills and Estate Administration As you can see, the vast number of possible essay subjects makes studying for the Virginian bar exam incredibly difficult. There is a lot of content to get your head around and become familiar with, so getting help or working in a group is an excellent way to help you achieve a pass result the first time around. Using a tutor allows you to receive constructive feedback, especially when completing practice questions. However, a tutor can sometimes be costly and not accessible by everyone. If that is the case, it is possible to self study for the Virginia test. Self study requires a fair amount of dedication, but there are a few useful tips you can follow to give yourself the best chance at success. These include: Start early â€" this doesn’t mean well in advance of the bar exam (although that is essential), it means early in the morning. If you are not a morning person, it might be time to start. The test starts early in the morning so it’s a good idea to train your brain to start thinking in the morning. Starting early also ensures you get enough study done each day. Start with an essay â€" essay questions are renowned for being the hardest so it’s always a good idea to to get the hardest study over and done with first, rather than procrastinating. Use Virginia bar exam study materials â€" these can be found online and include study guides and practice questions. Allow for some rest time â€" while studying for the bar exam should be considered a full time job, your brain will function better if you allow yourself some down time. Watch a movie, go for a walk or hang out with friends. A combination of productive self study and a Virginia bar exam prep help will give you the best chance at stress-free success. District of Columbia The first time pass rate for bar exam applicants in the District of Columbia is 74%, making it seemingly a little easier than quite a few other states. The exam is held over two days, each day is explained in more detail below: Day 1 â€" the written part of the DC Bar Exam takes place on the first day. This includes the Multistate Performance Test (MPT) which has two questions and a three hour time allowance. The Multistate Essay Exam (MEE) also takes place on day one and involves six questions over three hours. The essay questions can come from any of the following subjects; Business Associations Conflict of Laws Family Law Federal Civil Procedure Trusts, Wills, and Estates Uniform Commercial Code All MBE Subjects Day 2 â€" applicants will sit the Multistate Bar Exam (MBE) on the second day of the DC Bar Exam. It is split into two sections, each administered over three hours and consisting of 100 multiple choice questions. The weighting of each section is: MPT 20%, MEE 30%, and MBE 50%. Like other states, each section is vastly different so knowing how to prepare and study effectively is key to passing the DC Bar Exam. Here is some sound advice for each section: Multistate Bar Exam â€" firstly you must understand the material, then memorize the material, and finally practice applying the material. Spend plenty of time answering practice questions in timed conditions. Multistate Essay Exam â€" practice writing several essays each week. Make sure you understand the material, using a tutor can help you with this. Once you are confident that you know what you are writing about, time yourself writing your answers to stimulate exam conditions. Multistate Performance Test â€" whilst you may not need to learn specific content for the MPT, spending time practicing the style of questions will ensure you approach this section confidently. Options that are easily available are some of the group or courses that exist as well as private bar tutors. Self study and group sessions are great ways to prepare for the DC bar exam, but using a private tutor will ensure any troubles you have are eliminated. They can tailor lessons to suit your exact needs and provide valuable one-on-one teaching that you just can’t get from group lectures plus theyve already passed the exam which helps in knowing any tricks that you might encounter during the test days.   Pennsylvania Three quarters of first time candidates pass the Pennsylvania Bar Exam, a statistic that should fill future applicants with a little confidence. There are six essay questions, and at first thought that may sound simple. The tricky part is that any one of 15 subjects can be tested using these essay questions. In preparation for the exam make sure that you learn the content in each and every one of the 15 subjects throughly. The next step is to spend a large amount of time completing practice essay questions. Finally, essay questions should be practiced under timed conditions to stimulate real exam pressures. Applicants will also be asked to complete a performance test. The purpose of this test is to ensure that candidates are able to perform basic legal tasks. The test involves being given a file and various documents with the aim to formulate an answer to the task. While you do not need to learn and memorize specific content, there is some skill in achieving successful results in this section. Like many other sections, practicing questions in crucial. This way you will gain an understanding of the style of questions asked and the best way to formulate your answers. As with other states, the Multistate Bar Exam (MBE) comprises of 200 multiple choice questions testing the seven standardized areas. Learning, understanding and memorizing content is the key to success in this part of the exam. Keeping a clear head when answering all 200 questions in a given time frame is no easy task, so practice is crucial. Allocate plenty of time to prepare for this section and do so in timed conditions to stimulate exam conditions. As you can see, the most successful way to achieve passing bar exam results is to practice, practice, practice.   Using any of several studying and practice options on your own, in a course or with a tutor will be critical to getting a successful result on your bar this year! Illinois Illinois has one of the highest first time pass rates for the bar exam with 78% of candidates competing the examination successfully. Definitely one of the states that has a high pass rate, you don’t want to get too complacent. The exam takes place over an intense two day period and is comprised of four components. The Illinois Essay Exam (IEE) â€" candidates will need to answer three 30-minute essays on Illinois Law. The Multistate Performance Test (MPT) â€" a 90 minute test that examines candidates’ ability to use basic lawyering skills. They must separate relevant from irrelevant and communicate legal concepts effectively. The Multistate Essay Exam (MEE) â€" six 30-minute essays must be answered and provide evidence that candidates can understand universal law concepts. The Multistate Bar Exam (MBE) â€" like most other states, candidates will have to answer 200 multiple choice questions over two, three-hour periods. Candidates are tested on their knowledge of fundamental legal principles. They will analyze fact situations and choose the correct answer from the four options available. Out of state applicants can use their MBE score from their own jurisdiction if their score is over 141 and transferred within 13 months of sitting their exam. These applicants must still sit, and pass, the other sections of the Illinois bar exam. Both local and out of state applicants should enlist the help of an Illinois bar exam tutor to ensure that they are learning the correct content and material. A knowledgeable tutor will also be able to provide Illinois-specific information and ease concerns regarding difficult topics. They will provide feedback on practice papers, which is the best form of preparation you can do. Practice essay questions can be found here and it is recommended that applicants complete these questions under timed conditions to stimulate exam conditions. Organization is key when it comes to the Illinois bar exam. Not only will you be better prepared and confident in your ability to succeed if you spend more time studying, but you will also save yourself money. Also, dont forget!   The sooner you apply to sit the Illinois bar exam, the cheaper the application fee. Overall, begin preparing the for the exam early and practice, practice, practice! Arizona Applicants wishing to pass the Arizona Bar Exam on the first attempt may not be filled with confidence upon hearing that the pass rate is only 63%. This places it among the lowest passing states. Don’t let this fact put you off, however. Good preparation will ensure you give yourself the best shot at passing the first time around. Familiarize yourself with the Arizona bar exam and allow plenty of time to learn, revise and practice each of the sections. Multistate Bar Exam (MBE) â€" 200 hundred multiple choice questions are administered over two, three-hour periods testing knowledge of each of the seven standardized bar areas. Multistate Essay Exam (MEE) â€" unlike many other states, there are nine questions available in this section. However, most jurisdictions only choose six (like other states) to test the applicants. Each question or essay is allocated 30 minutes to complete. The essay question can come from the following subjects; Business Associations Conflict of Laws Family Law Federal Civil Procedure Trusts, Wills and Estates Uniform Commercial Code All MBE Subjects The Multistate Performance Test (MPT) â€" two 90 minute questions are administered and cover areas such as legal analysis, fact analysis, problem solving, resolution of ethical dilemmas, organization and management of a lawyering task, and communication. The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination â€" 60 multiple choice questions must be completed in the designated two hour and five minute timeframe. Preparation for the Arizona bar exam takes several months and involves learning the content, memorizing the content and then applying your knowledge practically. It is advisable to complete several practice questions, ideally under timed conditions, to gain a thorough understanding of the expectation and reality of the exam. Prepping for the bar alone can be exhausting.   Finding and using additional resources or group studying will make the process a bit more enjoyable.   And if you struggle in certain areas or arent as confident as you might be, an Arizona bar tutor might be helpful as well!   Texas To pass the Texas bar exam the first time, you will need to join the other 77% of successful candidates. The exam is longer than most other states so you probably need to spend more time preparing. Don’t let this put you off, with a fairly high success rate for first time candidates you can approach the exam with a positive attitude. The exam is spread over 2 ½ days and is made up of four components; The Multistate Performance Test (MPT) â€" a 90 minute session that makes up 10% of your final mark. The Procedure and Evidence questions (PE) â€" another 90 minute session, also contributing 10%, that covers Texas civil procedure and evidence (including jurisdiction), and Texas and federal criminal procedure and evidence. The Multistate Bar Exam (MBE) â€" contributing 40% to your overall Bar Exam result, the MBE is 200 multiple choice questions administered over two three hour sessions. The Texas Essay questions â€" this component is spread over two sessions of three hours each and and makes up 40% of your total score. Essay topics can include; Business associations Wills and administration Family Law Uniform commercial code Real property (including oil and gas) Trusts and guardianships Consumer rights (including DTPA and insurance) When it comes to preparing for the Texas Bar Exam it is recommended to make the most of study aids given to you at law school and to build a strong support network. This network is crucial for both academic and emotional support. Either a bar prep course, Texas bar exam tutor or other study options will help.   You want to make sure that you have plenty of time to go over and cover everything in detail.   When you create your study schedule, allow for several sessions each week with your tutor or team to go over material, content and practice questions.   New York Future New York lawyers will be pleased to hear that 81% of first time applicants pass the bar exam. It is unclear whether this means that the exam is easier or that New Yorkers are simply better prepared. Even with the fairly high success rate, passing the New York bar exam does not guarantee employment in the legal sector. Studying for the bar exam is difficult and time consuming, even with the high first time pass rate, you shouldn’t assume immediate success.   On top of the seven standardized areas, New York bar exam applicants are also tested on: Agency and Partnerships Corporations Conflict of Laws Family Law Secured Transactions Trusts Wills and Estates There are six 30-minute essay questions as part of the examination. This is a large proportion of the exam so using a bar exam essay tutor is advised. Even the most capable essay writers should seek specific advice when studying for the bar exam. The content and structure is different to many other essay-style examinations. The MPT section is a 90-minute question that is designed to examine candidates’ ability to use fundamental skills in a realistic situation. They are given a case file and library, and are given a task such as writing a memo, a brief, a statement of fact or a will. It doesn’t necessarily require any regurgitation of knowledge, but more evidence to suggest that an applicant will be capable in the legal workforce. That being said, some specific knowledge of the law is still required to form a thorough and logical response. The best way to review for this section of the New York bar exam is to complete as many practice questions as possible to familiarize yourself with the layout and style of questions asked. New York is one of the few states that allows candidates with a foreign legal education to sit for the bar, making it a popular choice for international applicants. We can help you find the best private tutor near you! It’s simple and secure â€" Get real results fast. Your first hour with any tutor is protected by our Good Fit Guarantee: You don't pay for tutoring unless you find a good fit. Choose Your Subject â€" Add Your Zip Code â€" Find Top Rated Tutors Starting Today! InPerson or Online Online InPerson