The Forgotten Key to ACT and SAT Success
Why Understanding Strategies Isn't Enough - And What You Need to Do Instead
Want to know why many students fall short of their target scores despite hours of practice? They're missing a critical element that's increasingly overlooked in modern education, including test prep.
It's memorization.
Not just any memorization - but the precise, deliberate memorization of specific strategies and question-type tactics.
Here's the problem: Most students approach test prep superficially. They skim through strategies, thinking that a general understanding of the basic idea is enough. But having a loose grasp of the overall gist isn’t sufficient for reaching your highest potential on the ACT or SAT.
Why? Because on exam day, when the stakes are high and the time pressure inescapable and unforgiving, your mastery of technique will be subjected to an intense stress test. If your familiarity with the strategies is spotty and vague, your confidence is likely to falter. And once panic sets in, it’s all over.
When push comes to shove, you need your technique to be second nature. The first step that makes this possible is memorization.
Each question type requires specific tactical moves, and these moves must be:
Memorized precisely
Practiced mindfully
Applied consistently
Until they’re automatic.
After nearly a decade of helping students achieve exceptional score gains, I've developed a system that makes this process manageable: the Question Type Inventory (QTI).
The QTI system breaks down every question type on official ACT and SAT practice tests, providing:
Precise tactical instructions
Targeted practice drills
Clear pathways to mastery
But don’t take my word for it — check out my ACT and SAT Question Type Inventories for yourself.
Something Awesome This Way Comes
I’ve worked hard to provide my premium subscribers with a wealth of powerful resources for increasing ACT and SAT scores. But this is just the beginning. In the coming weeks, I'll be announcing something big - a comprehensive new resource that will students take the principles I’ve been sharing to the next level.
In standardized testing, it's not just about working harder - it's about working smarter. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement that will revolutionize how your child prepares for these crucial exams.
