On Your Marks

Self-Improvement

About

Are you putting off booking your first accountancy exam, or struggling to get back into studying after a failure? Wherever you’re at in your journey to qualification, On Your Marks explores techniques to help you tackle the process head on. In this series from ACCA, we’re sitting down with experts to understand what can hold us back when we set out to achieve our goals – whether that’s preparing for exam season or training for a marathon. From the importance of hanging out with your mates to the neuroscience of procrastination, we explore how to get yourself going when the...

Episodes

  • Building Healthy Habits

    This episode of On Your Marks features self-development expert Scott Young, discussing strategies for forming healthy habits and achieving learning goals. The conversation covers making habits stick, the impact of stress, and habit-forming…

  • Cracking Communication

    Former BBC correspondent Simon Hall shares communication techniques, including using storytelling to enhance data-driven presentations and managing imposter syndrome. This episode of On Your Marks focuses on practical skills for career adv…

  • On Your Marks: Season 3 is coming...

    On Your Marks is returning for Season 3, offering advice on managing challenges like tech addiction and improving productivity. The season begins by addressing communication skills, particularly relevant for those navigating ACCA qualifica…

  • Leaning into Leadership

    This episode of On Your Marks features ACCA CEO Helen Brand discussing her career journey, the importance of mentorship, and how to find opportunities for leadership in everyday work.

  • Connecting careers

    This episode of On Your Marks features career coach Helen Tupper, author of 'Squiggly Careers,' who discusses strategies for building a career path aligned with personal values and workplace satisfaction. The conversation covers navigating…

  • Navigating parenthood

    This episode of On Your Marks features Finance Business Manager Debbie Oluyemi discussing the challenges of studying for ACCA exams while becoming a new parent. She shares her experiences and effective strategies for balancing career ambit…

  • Solving Sleep

    Professor Russell Foster explains the brain processes during sleep and its importance for well-being. The episode explores how to prioritize sleep to manage stress, especially when facing challenges like exams. This is part of the On Your…

  • Brain-nurturing Nutrition

    On Your Marks features nutritionist Dr Emily Prpa discussing the gut-brain axis and microbiome. The episode covers the 5 pillars of gut health and offers strategies for eating for gut health, even under stress.

  • Unpacking Anxiety

    This episode of On Your Marks features therapist Joshua Fletcher discussing anxiety. It covers what anxiety is, its purpose, how it affects the brain, and strategies for managing fear and staying grounded.

  • On Your Marks: Season 2 is coming...

    Season 2 of On Your Marks will explore techniques for managing anxiety, sleep issues, and career decisions. The podcast will cover strategies for exam preparation, job changes, life transitions, and nutrition, aiming to help listeners navi…

  • Making the most of ACCA resources

    Paul Kirkwood from ACCA UK explains the flexible routes and support available for the ACCA qualification, sharing data on what impacts exam results. Shaun Fenwick, a recently qualified ACCA accountant, recounts his experience, including se…

  • Beating procrastination

    The On Your Marks podcast episode

  • Nourishing relationships

    On Your Marks features evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Anna Machin discussing the science of close human relationships. The episode explores why social connections support us during tough times and are vital for physical, mental, and goal…

  • Building resilience

    This episode of On Your Marks features entrepreneur Josh Wintersgill discussing resilience. The conversation covers strategies for facing failure, coping with difficult times, and persevering towards goals when faced with life's challenges.

  • Setting great goals

    This episode of On Your Marks features cognitive behavioural therapist Sarah D Rees discussing goal setting. The discussion covers understanding why people struggle to set and achieve goals, and strategies for breaking down plans, managing…

  • Preparing to start

    On Your Marks tackles the difficulties of starting new goals, with expert Michelle Elman discussing why new challenges can be daunting and how to overcome them to take the first step.

  • On Your Marks Trailer

    The On Your Marks Trailer introduces a series focused on techniques for tackling qualification exams and achieving goals. It will cover topics like procrastination and resilience, featuring expert insights.