Is it possible to do the Knowledge in 18 months
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- čas přidán 10. 02. 2022
- In this video Dean will explain why you need to try to do the knowledge quickly and how its possible to do in 18 months. Many changes are expected to the knowledge in the near future and now is one of the best times to start.
I’m on week 6 of the knowledge, been doing 16 runs a week and I’m determined to get it done. Thanks for the motivation Dean!
Keep powering on mate! Where you based? You the fella that was asking about the velcro in the facebook group?
Well done mate. Once you complete the first 2 books, its gonna get easier. Keep going.👍
@@Aaron-ws6sx Im in Hornchurch, Essex mate you? Yeah that was me
@@emre-ys2kc thanks mate 👍
Keep it up Jack I will be following you and pushing you
I am glad i found this video, very inspirational talk that was Dean, thanks.
Thank you Tom, If we can help further lets know. Best Wishes Dean
Cheers Dean, very inspiring video. I will aim high now Thanks again.
I think this the best video you have done to date Dean very inspirational thank you 👍🏻
Wow, thanks
Good morning Mr Warrington! To start with, same as I say with all the other excellent video's you've produced, this is a great help! As usual, you're straight to the point with no nonsense, and secondly, it gives us a clear path, almost like a syllabus to follow! Personally that's something I feel I need as felt overwhelmed and confused a few times! Slowly plodding through book 1 at the moment, trying to wrap a few things up before I feel I can do proper full time! But this has inspired me that but more! Thanks Dean! Truly appreciate you're videos and the time it must take to produce them! Thanks!
Also Dean, at 4 minutes 31 seconds into the video you mentioned another video, the link didn't show up, just so you know mate
Couple of Questions;
- Is the written test the map test?
- Should you have all runs and at least 600 points before applying for written/map test?
- What's the quickest/shortest time you've seen someone complete the knowledge?
Thank you I think I may have fixed the video problem.
The Map test is an old name carried over. It refers to the test when it contained a map section. It should no longer be referred to as the Map test but rather the Written test as no map is involved.
Having all the runs done before the written test is a good idea, but in all honesty the amount of points could be zero and it should not make a great deal of difference to you passing or not.
The quickest time I have seen is 18 months, I did it in 3 days short of two years,
The dates we use are from Manor House Station to the Badge in your hand
I started April 12 1994 and finished April 9 1996
Missed this when it came out! Very inspiring and a definite eye opener! Cheers Dean
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you! Very helpful 👍🏻
You're welcome!
Ahhhh Mr W. Try a few more and more and more years on that with I. But will get there. I’m sure they be and are sick of me. Excellento video as always.
I understand Diego, Try to get involved with as many other students as possible, it really helps more than anything
Cheers Dean, very inspiring video
Glad you enjoyed it
I’m on 56’s now. Thanks for the video now more motivated then ever.
Keep it up Mr T the motivation is high at the beginning and you need that to push you through.
Hi dean thinking of starting the knowledge again how are you remember you and your brother from turner court lol so long ago haha
Many of life’s ups and downs may slow your progress but if you were to watch all of the K videos Dean has done and take on board all of his advice you will pass the K quicker than if you don’t.
Thank you Gary I appreciate you support and feedback always.
Very important video. I wish I have this guidance many years ago.
Glad it was helpful!
I'm 56 and just applied,,was wondering at my age is it worth it buts it's something I've always wanted to do so time to give it a go,,live near vicky Park so be coming to your school soon,,good vid,,confidence inspiring..
Wish I had seen this video prior to starting out. I took around 18 months to complete the blue book, but from first appearance to req was 12 months.
It can be done, be lucky all 👍🏻
Thank you Tom as always for the comments and feedback, You keep up the good work too. Best Wishes Dean
Tom, how long did you need to finish pointing after blue book runs ? Or 18 months including runs and points ?
My dear old dad did it in 8 months on a pushbike , mind you , it was 1953
Thats fantastic. Thank you Johnny for sharing that Best Wishes Dean
Dean your right I’d say you can do the Knolwedge in 24 months people have no direction and guidance And that’s the reason for such a big drop out
I make you right there mate! Personally speaking, I have started and stopped a few times, part of the reason was feeling overwhelmed and another part was feeling like I didn't know what to do. Don't get me wrong, both Wizann and KP have great material/books etc but felt like I needed it explained and sortve laid out for me a bit. Hopefully I'm not the only one that ever felt that. But I've watched every single video Mr W has made and it's made it so clear for me now!
Thank you Paul that will help others
Hello Mr Warrington !
I just wanted to know , will the questions in the map test be assessed on all of 320 runs ? Or will it be like the self assessment test where they only test you on runs 1-80. Thank you so much.
Hi, Yes. The full Written test will contain all 320 runs rather than 80. But other than that it is the same format as the self-assessment mock exam
I completed Knowledge in 36 months and 2 weeks. It could have been quicker if I had started of with Wizann and lock down cancellations. But yes 18 months is realistic.
Thank you Emre and i will miss you
Crazy as it seems to some people, I thinking of doing the knowledge. My only hesitation is my age , I’m 56 and always been interested in doing the knowledge. Is it still worth my time ???
Hi Ian
I get this question often, I am 55 and if I were wondering what to do next I would say that doing the knowledge is the perfect thing at our age. It will give you a job until you are no longer physically able to do it. It is a great stimulating challenge at this time of life that would otherwise be a mundane routine of day-to-day drudgery.
I absolutely think you should do it.
Best Wishes Dean
Just out of interest, it was said the average time for people to complete the Knowledge was around 4 Years, has that changed.
In all honesty there is no average time at the moment. It is very hard to give an accurate average. It is really between 3 to 5 years for most people. But should not be. It should be between 2 and 3 years.
Anyone know what changes are being made and when if any? Think 2 to 3 years still sounds like the training would be expensive unless living inner city. Especially with the cost of cc and ulez now if trying to do in 4 wheels
Hi Ricky The changes are going to be announced soon. We will be interviewing the Head examiner the day after their release. It may be along the lines of a limited points list and a new bluebook set of runs
Thank Dean for the heads up. Will keep an eye out. Would still love to do this job and join that elite club. Are you aware whether they will offer any help of funding or training loans or anything?
@@rickyg148 Sadly no Ricky, It seems no funding is on the horizon. But it does seem we have turned the corner in regards to being busy on the streets.
Have you got a video on how to do pointing
Hi William there are several. Pointing after bluebook and all the videos about WizRadius and WizPoints
Dear sir, I hope you are well. I love the way you teach the knowledge and I am using your app.
I completed 80 runs, what do you suggest me to do, shall I go for 1st appearance? Or shall I wait until I do more runs?
Thank you.
Make sure you have applied to start the knowledge, if so then you are ready to apply for the first assessment after 80 runs so do that now
2 years 7 months all in Full time.
Well done🤙
Hi Dean, great video by the way. Could you kindly clear up how the points are to be done after finishing runs in 20weeks. Or do I learn that with you in your school?
Hi Francis you will need the WizRadius app, This video will explain it czcams.com/video/_LejIWyuGts/video.html
Do you think there is an age limit to start the knowledge? I’m 63 retired, is it possible? I really like the challenge.
Hi Barry I honestly think there is no limit. My oldest student was 72 and he finished the knowledge. It is a great challenge to have at this time of your life
@@WizAnn320 Thanks for reply.
Just remember Barry age is a number not a limit crack on sir
I’m 32 years old now, is it too late to start?
Hi, Really you are super young, Most people doing the knowledge are actually older than you. you may have 40 to 50 years of working life left. So, no you are not too old. Currently there are several people approaching 70 doing the knowledge. There motivations are different but you are never too old. Go ahead and do it you wont regret it. Best Wishes Dean
Thank you so much. I am a serving police officer with 8 years experience. I cant see myself doing that for the rest of my life. I will make a start this year with the knowledge. Do you have a website i can sign up to? Thanks
@@mrss9127 www.wizann.co.uk best of luck and if you have any questions please ask. Please watch this video czcams.com/video/kJixwTOowLw/video.html as it will show you all you need to know to start
Do you have any training office in London I may meet if u have thanks. Seems interested
18 months. God you’re crazy lol
Cant disagree with that
I gave up my job that I got straight from school as a music instrument salesman in a music shop in the West End and I did the green badge KOL full time as I had no financial responsibilities plus I was living at home with my parents, my dad was also a London taxi driver and he did it on a pedal bike as many did in his day. Whilst i'm not the fastest to complete the KOL by any means I completed it in sixteen months including my suburbs and drive. I could have finished it in fourteen months but I was working and studying so hard on it I missed my second 56 day appearance and the swines at the, then, PCO wouldn't let me have my second appearance immediately, they said I had to wait another 56 days. Although I do not let it eat into me (honest) I don't deny I still have opprobrium towards those at the time who didn't allow me my second 56 day appearance immediately after my phone call to them and made me wait. I'm now in my 48th year as a proud working licensed London taxi driver, and as long as my health continues and I pass the medicals we have to undertake I will still continue to be a proud working licensed London taxi driver.... the World's best. Remember nobody fails the KOL they just give up. Only 10% or less of knowledge students will ever get through to the end regardless how ever many there are on the KOL. Study and work hard at it and hopefully you will be one of the (approx) 10% who get through.
Great post and really appreciate you taking the time to share such a great story. Best Wishes Dean
@@WizAnn320 Thanks for that Dean.... I even complained about Finlay who was the one examiner we all didn't want because of "his ways". He was a tall Scottish sallow man (at least I think he was human male) and after answering all my runs the creep put me back from my 21 day appearances to 28's. After I remonstrated at one of the appointment windows, which was outside in the hallway remember this was in the days of Penton Street, the girl I spoke to got Finlay out and the louse just gave a low Scottish haw, haw, haw then gave me back my appointment card with the 28 day appearance scribbled out and back onto my 21 day appearances. He was no doubt seeing if I was going to go quietly or say something and stand up to him. As I was doing the KOL full time, so no income, that really made me feel lousy for the rest of that day. Ironically it was Finlay who gave me my rec and all I did was to walk out without so much of a thankyou and slammed the door. In those days the examiners were ex police, usually of the non uniformed variety, so ex CID etc, etc and you NEVER got any encouragement like you do now or comfy seats to sit on, just hard wooden things. By the way the 1979 TV film "The Knowledge" by Jack Rosenthal made by Euston films (which I believe was part of ITV's London Thames Television when ITV was far more regional) based the examiner played by the late Nigel Hawthorne on Finlay, in the film he was called Mr Burgess. You can still see this comedy drama online via CZcams I believe.
How many hours do you have to put in a day to do the knowledge
To do it quickly the minimum will be around 5- 6 hours per day. The more you can do the better as well as it is important to find time to rest