Advice for CFA Level 1 exam, and how I should best prepare.

I am taking the CFA Level One in November 2024 and began studying a month ago. I have a decent background in the material (enough to understand the language and some technical skills to where it’s not brand new).

How can I best prepare myself for the exam in ways other than using the curriculum provided through the institution and the tools they provide?

Any tips or study tactics that work well for those who have taken it?

Thanks

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