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:

  • Why your study plan (goal score → aligned habits) matters more than “being good at tests.”

  • Timing targets that keep you moving:

    • General Science: 10 min / 16 Q (~30s per Q)

    • Arithmetic Reasoning: 36 min / 16 Q (~2+ min per Q; don’t get stuck)

    • Math Knowledge: 24 min / 16 Q (~1.5 min per Q)

    • Word Knowledge: 11 min / 16 Q (~45s per Q)

    • Paragraph Comp: 13 min / 11 Q (~1 min per Q)

  • How to flag, skip, and return (aka “feel the push”) so you maximize correct answers.

  • Simple review tools (e.g., Quizlet vocab sets and gamified practice) that actually stick.

  • Parallels between ASVAB and SAT prep—and the confidence & opportunities that follow.

Chapters:

  • 0:00 Intro & why this conversation matters

  • 2:00 Kristen’s background: teacher, test coordinator, tutor

  • 7:15 Direction, structure, and the military path

  • 12:40 Creating a personal ASVAB study plan

  • 18:10 Timing strategies by section

  • 24:30 Review tools & building your weekly rhythm

  • 29:00 SAT insights, Desmos, and scholarship gains

  • 36:00 Confidence, agency, and life trajectories

  • 41:00 How to reach Kristen + Mickey’s bootcamp invite

Guest:

Mentioned/Tools:

  • Quizlet (for vocab decks & spaced review)

  • Desmos (calculator skills for SAT; mindset carries over to ASVAB timing/strategy)

Work with Mickey (ASVAB Domination):

  • 6-Week AFQT Bootcamp — Money-Back Guarantee

  • DM @ ASVAB Domination for Mini Quiz Monday (free weekly live practice).

Connect:

  • Host: Mickey Gamonal | Gamonal Tutors — ASVAB Domination

  • Questions? Collab? Email: Michael@GamonalTutors.com (or DM on socials)

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