For those who end up in the sim it is well worth your while getting your hands on a picture of the PFD/MFD layout to get used to the instrument scan. Flybe aircraft now use speed tapes - disregard any photos/pictures of the old speed dial PFDs.
On larger aircraft it is important not to chase the GP. On approach make sure you bring your Groundspeed into your scan occasionally. This gives you your datum for VS. Slightly high - increase your VS by 100/200fpm until nearly back on the GP then ease it back to your datum RoD, reverse for low on GP.
Power setting changes on the q400 mean trim changes both normal ops and OEI. As with all assymetric flying minimise the number of power changes and make your life much easier.
Selecting Flap35 gives a balloon especially if you have a lot of power on (can't remember if the sim replicates that).
Remember to enjoy the experience too!