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Study advisors enjoy explaining to students what efficient and effective academic studying is. We point out which factors promote or impede efficiency. We also analyse which factors apply to each individual. That ultimately makes every talk unique, just like the analysis and any resulting action plan. Study advisors do not have ready-made solutions. Nor do we have snappy tricks or secrets that unlock the way to stimulate a memory to work overtime. But luckily, there are many techniques that you can learn. They help you to study efficiently, effectively and pleasurably. And everyone can use them. This handbook can be read from cover to cover, as you would with any book. Or you can open it randomly or pick out certain chapters that interest you. If your question is not answered in this publication, or you would like to talk about your issue, then you are welcome to approach a study advisor at your institute. Changing a personal study approach does not have to be a punishment. In contrast, it can be very inspiring and motivate you to bring your dreams and goals closer. New insights can form the start of a new path, full of adventure. And let us not forget: if studying goes well, there will be more time left for the other pleasures in life. So enjoy!