{"id":27133,"date":"2015-01-13T03:00:55","date_gmt":"2015-01-13T10:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/2015\/01\/3-gmat-prep-mistakes-to-avoid\/"},"modified":"2015-01-13T03:00:55","modified_gmt":"2015-01-13T10:00:55","slug":"3-gmat-prep-mistakes-to-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gmatclub.com\/blog\/3-gmat-prep-mistakes-to-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"3 GMAT Prep Mistakes to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"GMAT<\/a>Kaplan GMAT instructors will tell you that we hear common refrains from our students and friends. In my years of teaching, I have compiled a list of three of the most common mistakes my Kaplan students and personal friends have made while they are prepping for the exam. Test takers beware: avoid these common GMAT prep mistakes on the road to GMAT success.<\/p>\n

Mistake #1:\u00a0 Failing to make studying concrete<\/h4>\n

You\u2019ve done this at least once. You say you\u2019re going to study<\/a>. You probably said it something like this: \u201cI have to study for the GMAT this week.\u201d Then suddenly, it\u2019s Sunday night again and another week has passed and you didn\u2019t crack a book or open your GMAT online syllabus<\/a>. What happened? When planning your GMAT study<\/a>,\u00a0be specific. Don\u2019t just say you need to do it, and don\u2019t even just list Monday \u2013 \u2018GMAT PREP!!!\u2019 on your calendar. Choose a date and a time and list the aspect of the test that you plan to review: \u2018Monday, 7-9pm, practice with GMAT Reading Comprehension<\/a> passages\u2019. This will make your schedule organized and actionable.<\/p>\n

Mistake #2:\u00a0 Focusing on GMAT content (at the expense of everything else)<\/h4>\n

It is imperative to learn, memorize, and understand GMAT content. \u00a0Many students like to make flashcards of the content areas.\u00a0 (Area of Triangle = \u00bd bh, circumference of a circle: 2(pi)(r), etc.)\u00a0 These equations are important but they won\u2019t translate directly into points on GMAT test day<\/a>. Why? You MUST make them\u00a0actionable!\u00a0 The equation for the area of triangle is only important when you know when and how to use the formula to find the answer to a GMAT question.\u00a0 The GMAT isn\u2019t testing your ability to memorize formulas \u2013 it is testing your ability to identify the moment and situation<\/a> when you have to USE the equation.\u00a0 In order to develop this ability, take full-length GMAT Computer Adaptive Tests<\/a> and quizzes.<\/p>\n

Mistake #3:\u00a0 Thinking a book will solve everything<\/h4>\n

It won\u2019t.\u00a0 Many students prepare very well by using a book.\u00a0 However, it isn\u2019t the book that causes their success \u2013 it is their diligence<\/a>.\u00a0 A book is a collection of questions and information on content.\u00a0 You have to take this knowledge and apply it to real GMAT practice tests.\u00a0 Studying with a book may earn you a few extra points on test day.\u00a0 However, like everything in business, you get what you pay for \u2013 look for a book that comes with online resources and realistic GMAT computer adaptive practice to get the most bang for your buck.<\/p>\n

Get started on the path to GMAT success by attending one of our Free GMAT events<\/a>. You can sign up and attend our GMAT practice tests and sample classes\u00a0from anywhere with an internet connection.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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