CEBS Study Tips and Resources

Create Good Habits for CEBS® Success

Christine Vazquez, CEBS
Three Tips to Study Smarter

It’s well-known that the practice of mindfulness can enhance your well-being. Being present in the moment, focused and relaxed can also boost your Certified Employee Benefit Specialist® (CEBS) study efforts. Here are some tips for giving mindful studying a try.

  1. Set the stage for success. Choose a comfortable, quiet place to study. Put your smartphone on silent mode. Set a timer for 20 or 30 minutes.
  2. Breathe in. Take a few deep breaths and settle into your chair. Scan your body and note how you’re feeling today. Inhale and exhale for two or three minutes, focusing on your breath. Tell yourself that you’re calm, alert and ready to learn.
  3. Stay focused. It’s normal for your mind to wander when you’re learning. When a distracting thought crosses your mind, acknowledge it and let it go. Take a few deep, cleansing breaths and refocus on your studies. Be patient and kind to yourself.

Do you need guidance on your CEBS journey? Whether you’re about to take your first step or getting close to earning your designation, we’re here to help! For assistance with the U.S. curriculum, give us a call at (800) 449-2327, option 3, or email [email protected]. To learn more about the Canadian curriculum, contact us at (833) 886-3749 or [email protected].

Christine Vazquez, CEBS

Director, CEBS Educational Services Favorite Foundation Product: The CEBS designation gives you a comprehensive understanding of group health and retirement plan design. It’s a career game changer that bolsters your knowledge and skills. The ISCEBS webcasts are also great–they feature cutting edge topics presented by industry experts to keep your knowledge current and even give you credit for staying CEBS Compliant! Benefits-related Topics that Interest Her Most: Behavioral finance, workplace wellness programs, and the future of work. We’re in an exciting time with many changes and the Foundation is a wonderful resource to keep abreast of what’s next. Personal Insight: Christine loves spending time with her daughter and being in nature. She’s also constantly working on fiber art or jewelry projects–she always has an embroidery hoop or a good book in her purse.

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