High-school teacher and master tutor Kristen Titus joins Mickey to break down how to study smart for the ASVAB (and why a clear plan beats raw talent). We cover practical timing strategies for every AFQT section, how structure and mentorship change trajectories, and Kristen’s proven approach that’s lifted students to scholarship-winning SAT scores. She also shares the mom perspective—what it felt like watching her son choose service and thrive.
What you’ll learn:
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Why your study plan (goal score → aligned habits) matters more than “being good at tests.”
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Timing targets that keep you moving:
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General Science: 10 min / 16 Q (~30s per Q)
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Arithmetic Reasoning: 36 min / 16 Q (~2+ min per Q; don’t get stuck)
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Math Knowledge: 24 min / 16 Q (~1.5 min per Q)
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Word Knowledge: 11 min / 16 Q (~45s per Q)
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Paragraph Comp: 13 min / 11 Q (~1 min per Q)
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How to flag, skip, and return (aka “feel the push”) so you maximize correct answers.
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Simple review tools (e.g., Quizlet vocab sets and gamified practice) that actually stick.
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Parallels between ASVAB and SAT prep—and the confidence & opportunities that follow.
Chapters:
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0:00 Intro & why this conversation matters
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2:00 Kristen’s background: teacher, test coordinator, tutor
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7:15 Direction, structure, and the military path
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12:40 Creating a personal ASVAB study plan
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18:10 Timing strategies by section
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24:30 Review tools & building your weekly rhythm
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29:00 SAT insights, Desmos, and scholarship gains
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36:00 Confidence, agency, and life trajectories
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41:00 How to reach Kristen + Mickey’s bootcamp invite
Guest:
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Kristen Titus — ASVAB/SAT Tutor & longtime educator
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Contact: KristenTitus1992@gmail.com
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Mentioned/Tools:
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Quizlet (for vocab decks & spaced review)
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Desmos (calculator skills for SAT; mindset carries over to ASVAB timing/strategy)
Work with Mickey (ASVAB Domination):
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6-Week AFQT Bootcamp — Money-Back Guarantee
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Requirements to qualify: attend all sessions, complete homework/practice tests, post weekly scores & study notes.
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Limited seats (first 15 students).
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Enroll: PayPal → https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/KNYLT5A7JTN5N
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DM @ ASVAB Domination for Mini Quiz Monday (free weekly live practice).
Connect:
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Host: Mickey Gamonal | Gamonal Tutors — ASVAB Domination
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Questions? Collab? Email: Michael@GamonalTutors.com (or DM on socials)
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