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I scored 630 on my first attempt on the GMAT. On my second attempt a year later, I got a 640 with similar breakup of scores. This got me thinking about my approach to the exam. I'll mention the strategy I followed on my first 2 attempts, and then mention how I did things differently, helping me to get a 700.
1. Perhaps the most Important point: Realizing that GMAT is not the end of the world. Before the exam, I was nervous, well who isn't? But the nerves got the better of me. In the fear of not wanting to get a question incorrect in the very beginning, I spent more time than intended on it. There were couple of RC's which were out of my comfort zone and I panicked during the verbal section. From then onward, I wasn't confident of most of the answers I marked.
Before my final attempt, I made sure that the mind is relaxed. It may sound cliche but meditation does help! Every morning I practiced yoga and meditation. Even on the day of the exam, I followed the same routine. If I was confused between couple of options, I gave it few more seconds but then ultimately marked an answer and moved on without thinking of the consequences.
2. Preparation : I followed the MGMAT books in my first two attempts. They are brilliant and help you get a taste of how the GMAT can be conquered. However, they weren't substantial in my case. I wasn't able to put theory to practical use. The process of continuous learning and putting to use the concepts was missing. Somehow, I think that even added up to my low confidence levels.
I then scoped out the available gmat prep courses online and finalized on e-gmat. E-gmat's SC and CR modules are well structured and can be used by anyone, from a beginner to a 700+ scorer. E-gmat has something called as application file. These application files put the theoretical knowledge to use and teach us how to approach different kinds of questions. Many tricks and tips helped me eliminate incorrect answers easily on D-Day. It's question bank and scholaranium is ideal for practice. One can then filter out questions what he needs to improve upon. I can't say for other prep courses but e-gmat, which focuses on the process, really helped me boost my confidence and skills to do well on GMAT.
3. Place of study: This particular aspect was helpful to me, but see what works best for you. I used to study at home, a place where the comfort zone lies. It didn't bring out the best in me. A friend recommended to join a library and I gave it a shot. The change in environment got the best out of me. Concentration levels were high in the new setting. Also, the fact that people around you are studying motivates you to study too.
4. Use the keyboard!: While marking answers, I started using the keyboard to proceed to the next question (Use of alt+n and alt+y). I read about this tip on another gmat success story and grateful that he stated this. It helped save couple of seconds on each question. In the end every added second matters as it can boost your score by 10-20 points if you get an additional question correct.
1. Perhaps the most Important point: Realizing that GMAT is not the end of the world. Before the exam, I was nervous, well who isn't? But the nerves got the better of me. In the fear of not wanting to get a question incorrect in the very beginning, I spent more time than intended on it. There were couple of RC's which were out of my comfort zone and I panicked during the verbal section. From then onward, I wasn't confident of most of the answers I marked.
Before my final attempt, I made sure that the mind is relaxed. It may sound cliche but meditation does help! Every morning I practiced yoga and meditation. Even on the day of the exam, I followed the same routine. If I was confused between couple of options, I gave it few more seconds but then ultimately marked an answer and moved on without thinking of the consequences.
2. Preparation : I followed the MGMAT books in my first two attempts. They are brilliant and help you get a taste of how the GMAT can be conquered. However, they weren't substantial in my case. I wasn't able to put theory to practical use. The process of continuous learning and putting to use the concepts was missing. Somehow, I think that even added up to my low confidence levels.
I then scoped out the available gmat prep courses online and finalized on e-gmat. E-gmat's SC and CR modules are well structured and can be used by anyone, from a beginner to a 700+ scorer. E-gmat has something called as application file. These application files put the theoretical knowledge to use and teach us how to approach different kinds of questions. Many tricks and tips helped me eliminate incorrect answers easily on D-Day. It's question bank and scholaranium is ideal for practice. One can then filter out questions what he needs to improve upon. I can't say for other prep courses but e-gmat, which focuses on the process, really helped me boost my confidence and skills to do well on GMAT.
3. Place of study: This particular aspect was helpful to me, but see what works best for you. I used to study at home, a place where the comfort zone lies. It didn't bring out the best in me. A friend recommended to join a library and I gave it a shot. The change in environment got the best out of me. Concentration levels were high in the new setting. Also, the fact that people around you are studying motivates you to study too.
4. Use the keyboard!: While marking answers, I started using the keyboard to proceed to the next question (Use of alt+n and alt+y). I read about this tip on another gmat success story and grateful that he stated this. It helped save couple of seconds on each question. In the end every added second matters as it can boost your score by 10-20 points if you get an additional question correct.
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