Failing the ARE - what helped me get through the exams and finally pass!

I have been meaning to write this on here for months, but due to the pandemic and everything else going on I put it on the back burner. This community was vital for helping me pass my exams. Everyone is so helpful, encouraging, and supportive. I didn't post much while I was actually taking my exams, I was more of a fly on the wall. But now I want to give you the same benefits that I received from this community. The biggest help to me was the resource lists from people who had passed the exams. So, I put together a list of resources that really helped me. I also made a blog/vlog discussing what worked for me, what didn't, and how I picked myself up after failing. You can watch/read here: https://www.byoungdesign.com/post/getting-through-the-are.

These exams are NOT easy! Every time I failed (which was more than a few times) it was defeating. But, I finally got through them. I honestly didn't think the day would come. Now being on the other side, I want you to all know that these won't last forever. You will pass and be done soon. Just stick with it!

Here is a comprehensive list of all the resources that helped me pass my exams. It contains links to PDFs, books, free resources, etc.

I also just received a 15% off code for PPI products, which is helpful since their products are pricey. NOTE: I used their sources way before they gave me a code and it really helped me get through the exams, so I am not sharing this for monetary reasons. Promo code is "BYOUN".

I hope this is helpful! I'm happy to answer any questions about what helped me pass. Good luck!!

David Kaplan June 19, 2020 09:24

Hey Bryn,

Congrats on passing the ARE! It is indeed an exceptional milestone, good for you for keeping at it. Just checked out that link you posted which goes to your website. Impressive, and very helpful. Hope others check that out too. Best of luck to you in the future.

Kristina Bertocchi July 01, 2020 15:59

Hello,

Thank you so much for the list. And congrats on passing!

Bryn Young July 06, 2020 18:52

Thanks David! Your information on past posts was extremely helpful for me! This entire community really helped through the fails and guide to the passes.

Thanks Kristina! Glad you found value in the list. Good luck!!

Kun Wu January 27, 2021 19:51

Congrates on passing! I failed many times already and still going. This is encouraging.

Failing the ARE - what helped me get through the exams and finally pass!

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