Today’s episode is about advocacy, confidence, and showing up when things feel hard. I’m sitting down with a wife, a mom of two, and a future PA who navigated PA school with dyslexia and ADHD — and learned just how challenging high-stakes testing environments can be.

She missed passing the PANCE by just eight points after testing with a live reader rather than the computer-based format she was used to, and that experience shook her confidence. But this is not where her story ends.

She’s done the work to rebuild her self-trust, advocated for the support she needs, and is stepping into her next attempt ready. And today, our community is here to cheer her on.

Meet Karley. Almost three years after graduating PA school, and after six attempts, she finally passed the PANCE. Her story reminds us that success isn’t just about the final result—it’s about who we become along the way. Join me as we explore how this journey reshaped her confidence, her identity, and her vision for the future.

Welcome back to the podcast and another episode with the PANCE Whisperer. Listen as he answers some of YOUR questions about study habits, tips and keys to success. He also introduces his newest course "Beyond the Cut Score" where he provides continued strategies and an opportunity to join a community of students who are on a journey just like you!