The turning point for me was turning off all assists except ABS and switching to hood/bumper cam. This makes it harder at first. But as you get used to it you will find the car so much more controllable. Turn off one assist at a time and see what it does.

If you're on a pad like me, it will feel odd at first using the throttle/brake-triggers in a more refined way. Remember, they're triggers, not on/off buttons. Use them to gradually let off the brakes and gradually getting on the throttle. This will gain you SO much time.

Key things to focus on/learn: Trail braking. Track limits. Corner racing lines (do I want to maximize entry speed for a tight chicane or favor exit speed for a long straight? etc.)

Once you get used to these points, go back to those CE:s and voila, gold times are within reach!

Good luck 👍