Mastering CeMAP Exam Anxiety with Sam Tierney

Mastering CeMAP Exam Anxiety with Sam Tierney

Author: Charlotte Hemmingway July 25, 2025 Duration: 29:03

Whether you’ve sat exams recently or haven’t picked up a textbook in years, exam anxiety can feel very real. So in this special episode, I sat down with anxiety coach Sam Tierney to break it all down — and help you feel calm, confident, and ready to pass.

We covered:

✅ What is exam anxiety — and how is it different from normal nerves?

✅ Is a bit of anxiety actually helpful sometimes?

✅ Why some people seem more affected by exam pressure than others

🧠 Practical Strategies for Students

Sam’s top tips for calming nerves in the run-up to your exam

How to deal with those horrible “my mind’s gone blank” moments

How to bounce back after getting a question wrong

Rewriting the “I failed before, so I’ll fail again” mindset

📚 Study-Related Anxiety

What to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the amount of content

How to avoid burnout or feeling paralysed before the exam

🗓 On-the-Day Tips

Breathing and grounding exercises Sam recommends

Managing time pressure and staying calm in the exam room

🧭 Mindset Shifts

How to build confidence when you don’t feel “academic”

Sam’s #1 piece of advice for anyone struggling with exam nerves

🧰 Sam’s Services & How to Connect

Sam is the creator of the brilliant course: 🎓 Master Exam Anxiety and Thrive Under Pressure: CeMAP Exam Success Blueprint

https://learning.futureinfinance.co.uk/courses/masterexamanxiety

You can find her at on Instragram @tierneyscoaching or at https://www.tierneyscoaching.com/

💬 If you’re prepping for your CeMAP exam and struggling with nerves, this episode is for you.

Send it to a study buddy. Re-listen before exam day. And remember — anxiety doesn’t mean you can’t do this.


Navigating the CeMAP exams can feel like a solitary task, but it doesn't have to be. Hosted by Charlotte Hemmingway, The CeMAP Study Podcast with Future in Finance is designed to be the supportive voice in your ear, turning complex financial regulations and mortgage advice principles into clear, manageable concepts. This isn't about generic study tips; it's a structured audio resource that mirrors your syllabus. The first season provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the CeMAP 1 module, breaking down topics into digestible weekly episodes. Following that, the second season seamlessly continues your journey, covering the material for CeMAP 2 and 3. You'll hear straightforward explanations and practical insights that aim to replace confusion with clarity, whether you're new to the industry or brushing up on your knowledge. With new content released every week, including updated CeMAP 1 material relevant for the 2025 syllabus and beyond, this podcast ensures your study materials stay current. Think of it as having a knowledgeable tutor available on-demand, transforming your commute, workout, or coffee break into a productive study session. The focus is on delivering tangible guidance you can apply directly to your revision and future career in finance, making the path to qualification feel a little less daunting and a lot more achievable.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 67

The CeMAP Study Podcast with Future in Finance
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