How Dende helped beat burnout: Sophie’s story

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How Dende helped her beat burnout: Sophie’s story

Sophie knows what it means to be under pressure. After three intense years in France’s prestigious classes préparatoires, she transitioned to business school with one big lesson in mind: success doesn’t depend on constant motivation—it depends on consistency.

Through social media, Sophie shares practical advice she wishes she had when she started, and now she’s added one powerful tool to her routine: Dende. We asked her how she manages to stay on track, and how AI helps her study routine.

Hi Sophie! You talk a lot about helping students study smarter. What inspired you to start sharing your methods online?

I’ve always wanted to try social media, but I wasn’t sure how. When I started my intensive prep classes, I learned so many techniques to improve efficiency—it felt wrong to keep them to myself. I decided to start sharing my experience and give advice I wish I’d had when I was just starting out.

You’ve studied in both preparatory classes and business school. What’s been the biggest challenge for you?

Discipline, no doubt. Motivation comes and goes, but if you don’t have solid habits, it’s easy to fall off track. That’s why I stick to a routine: I write down what I need to do each day, put my phone on airplane mode, and study in focused sessions with short breaks. It keeps me grounded, especially during tough weeks.

❛❛ The platform immediately stood out—everything was designed to save time, and the system made active recall so easy to integrate into my day. ❜❜

How did you come across Dende, and what caught your attention?

I found Dende by accident, while watching a video on how to review efficiently before a test. The platform immediately stood out—everything was designed to save time, and the system made active recall so easy to integrate into my day. It just made sense.

How do you use Dende in your current study routine?

I use it mainly to review material without having to create flashcards from scratch. I just upload my notes and start practicing with quizzes right away. That kind of active training helps me reinforce what I know and spot weak areas quickly. It’s fast and targeted, which is exactly what I need during busy weeks.

Can you share a moment when Dende really made a difference in your prep?

Yes—definitely during my end-of-year exams. I had to go over the entire year’s content, and I was completely overwhelmed at first. I didn’t even know where to start. So I uploaded all my notes into Dende and started drilling topics one by one. It gave structure to my revision and helped me build back confidence. In the end, I passed everything.

What would you say to a student who’s curious about trying Dende but unsure?

Give it a shot—even with your eyes closed! It’s going to make your revision faster, smarter, and way more manageable. You’ll gain back time and feel a lot less overwhelmed.