You’ve studied for the Series 7 exam, you know the content backward and forward. You are ready! So, don’t let your nerves overtake you the day of the exam. Follow these steps to ready yourself for test-taking day and you’ll be prepared to walk in and conquer the Series 7:
Review your notes until noon.
Get away from the books: Go out to dinner (skip the spicy foods and alcohol) or go to a movie — do whatever you want to rest your mind.
Gather the items to bring with you to the exam site:
Your ID
Exam site directions
Layered clothing
Earplugs (if allowed)
A clock or watch
A snack/lunch
Your cellphone for emergencies (leave it in
the car)Study material and notes (leave them in the car)
Set two alarm clocks. Leave enough time to get to the exam site an hour and a half early — one hour for more review and one half-hour for checking in.
Get to bed early.
