In this conversation, Abdul Hadi and Ayaan discuss their strategies for achieving top grades in their GCSE English exams. They talk about their motivations, goal-setting, mindset, and the challenges they faced during their preparation. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a good relationship with teachers and having a supportive study partner. They also discuss the impact of writing practice on their exam performance and the importance of trusting the process. The students discuss their trust in the Sophicly course and how it helped them succeed in their exams. They emphasise the importance of structure, themes, and AI assistance in their learning process. They also share their strategies for time management and exam preparation. The conversation focused on the importance of writing in improving English skills and preparing for exams. Writing helps with vocabulary retention and forces you to do research and reading. The most difficult challenges faced during GCSEs were balancing work, family, and motivation. The key to staying motivated is having a clear reason for why you’re doing it. Techniques that helped include consistent planning, interval working and breaks, and finding what works best for you. Structure in language and literature papers is important, and using the TEAC method can be helpful. Consistency and deliberate writing practice can solve most English problems. Understanding the mark scheme and improving writing skills are crucial for success in