Hey all,
Yup, you guessed it, yours truly.. I'm the usually the one giving fellow gmat clubbers tips and advice, but now I need some help...
First of all, I'm very disappointed with myself. I've been battling this beast for the better part of 2 years on and off. I took the test once last year and scored a 570 (31q / 37v). Since then, I had a few months off while I was looking for another job, and didn't use my time wisely. I had ample time to study all day and take the damn test, but kept pushing it back and procrastinating. Now, the good news, I just landed a contract with a private equity firm; great team, tons of learning..but I need to complete my CFA level 1 as part of them keeping me on board. So, I registered for the Dec 08 exam.
I'm very worried b/c I couldn't keep my promises to myself regarding GMAT study, now what am I going to do about the CFA while I have a job! My GMAT test date is next Saturday, the 23rd. Part of me is saying screw it, go ahead and take the test, and deal with the outcome whatever it is. I've been procrastinating way too long. If anybody wants a count, I had the original date for March 08, then changed it to June 08, and then now Aug 08. Not one of my proudest moments.
If I don't do well (my target is a 650), I run the risk of having 2 substandard scores on my record. If I cancel my test date, and rejoin the GMAT fray in '09 after my CFA test, I'll have to live with the feeling of not finishing and the crappyness associated with letting myself fumble.
Give me some straight talk guys... A veteran lurker needs some help....
Thanks all..
Cheers,
AK