topic Re: i wont give up... in Exam Preparation

i wont give up...

oradba888 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 01:08:05 GMT

Hi All,

I am a SSCP, which I passed in 1 try in 2017.

Now, am studying for the CISSP, took it twice and still no go.

But, I am busting my behind, and will NOT give up. Whatever it takes, im gonna get it

I always advise my kids, " Do one more day, push hard one more time", and I follow this creed.

The more I'm put down, the more I gut it out.

Just an advice to those who want to give up: You give up, you already failed! I see so many posts here about complaints and why they failed and wanting to give up. That is your choice. Posting here about failure will NOT make ISC change your scores. You failed, you failed. I failed, it's on me, no one else. Study harder, learn more, double effort, and in the end, you will get it.

There is no losing: Only winning and learning.

Re: i wont give up...

Chuxing — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 03:36:37 GMT

@oradba888

I applaud your tenacity!

I am sure this entire community is behind you!

Re: i wont give up...

oradba888 — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 03:38:13 GMT

Thank you!!!!

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Re: i wont give up...

Chuxing — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 03:52:13 GMT

Like ancient Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu stated in his Art of War : know yourself (weakness in which domain), know your opponent (CISSP way of asking questions).

I have taught and mentored a number of students in exams like CISSP, the key is to understand why during studying and especially when working on practice questions, don’t try to memorize.

As they say, third time’s a charm...

Re: i wont give up...

CISOScott — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:53:21 GMT

Another key is to understand why the right answer was the BEST answer for that particular question AND understand why the wrong answers were NOT the best answer for the question asked. Knowing what separates the right answer from the wrong ones will help you immensely.

I am currently sitting in a CCSP class and when going over the review questions I am seeing the same thing from fellow students that I saw during the CISSP class. Students will argue why they BELIEVE their WRONG answer is superior to the right answer. They will argue excessively trying to prove their point instead of trying to understand what makes the correct answer the best one for the scenario presented. I imagine they will struggle with the exam as well.

Try to understand why you got a question wrong instead of fighting the question. If you come from a strong technical background you may struggle more because you will be down in the details instead of up in a higher level view.

Don't give up. It is possible to pass.

Re: i wont give up...

apbanohit — Fri, 22 Mar 2019 19:02:45 GMT

Great advice Scott! One has to learn to learn to think like a CISSP.

Re: i wont give up...

mpspo — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 14:29:23 GMT

Don't quit!

The best CISSP exam advice I received was to remember that, above all, it's an English test.

I took that to heart and -- it wasn't pretty -- but I managed a 1st-time pass.

All the best,

--Mike, CISSP

Re: i wont give up...

Konstantine79 — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 07:08:51 GMT

That is great advice! Great job sticking with it. I am sure you will pass soon.

Re: i wont give up...

AppDefects — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 19:16:16 GMT

Focus your learning on the domains and subject areas like encryption that might not be familiar. The Candidate Information Bulletin is your BEST friend. Work through scenarios to develop deep critical technical thinking - that will be the game changer for you. Good luck!

Re: i wont give up...

MikeGlassman — Wed, 27 Mar 2019 14:25:11 GMT

It's difficult.
But I have faith that you will pass. In the end, you will know all the answers by heart 🙂

Re: i wont give up...

HTCPCP-TEA — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:04:38 GMT

Stick to it, and you will succeed. Great ethos and tenacity shown here.

There is a plethora of advice already in the responses so I won't repeat them, but I will politely applaud your attitude from my corner of the world, and hope you will get what it is you want.

All the best.

Re: i wont give up...

pjoyger — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:11:21 GMT

That's the attitude to take! We're winners, We're victorious, We're Successful in all areas of our lives .. We can do this and we WILL PASS the exam! 🙂

There is No room for negativity.. Keep Pushing and Keep Thriving

Re: i wont give up...

oradba888 — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:38:24 GMT

thank you...SO much

Re: i wont give up...

oradba888 — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 16:39:45 GMT

thank you...Im constantly looking at materials and reviewing all possible aspects and angles

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BMwine — Fri, 29 Mar 2019 07:55:26 GMT

I sat the exam yesterday full of confidence ... Was only momentarily depressed when my score was that I failed.

I am not giving up too! This time I am returning with a bang!

Remember ... "The one who falls and gets up is so much stronger than the one who never fell"

Re: i wont give up...

Kevinfromyyc — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 16:12:22 GMT

That's exactly it. Once you give up it's over, best to keep on going.

Re: i wont give up...

Steve-Wilme — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 14:07:21 GMT

Like you say a failure is just a learning experience on a path to success.

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rka61 — Sun, 07 Apr 2019 18:07:44 GMT

Do not give up bro. I am in the same boat as you
https://community.isc2.org/t5/Certifications/CISSP-exam-failed-2nd-time-Advice-Needed/m-p/20895#M4011
Let me know if we can form a study group for new material to revise

Re: i wont give up...

Cousy14 — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 13:48:22 GMT

Remember, think like a manager! Approach each question and ask..."what would a manager do?"

You got this, do not give up!

Re: i wont give up... go for it (with thanks to Walter Wintle)

j_M007 — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 21:30:12 GMT

Thinking by Walter Wintle

If you think you are beaten, you are;
If you think you dare not, you don't.
If you'd like to win, but you think you can't,
It is almost a cinch- you won't.

If you think you'll lose, you've lost;
For out in this world we find
Success begins with a fellow's will
It's all in the state of mind.

If you think you're outclassed, you are;
You've got to think high to rise.
You've got to be sure of yourself before
You can ever win the prize.

Life's battles don't always go
To the stronger or faster man;
But sooner or later the man who wins
Is the one who thinks he can!