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08 Nov 2016, 15:41
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Books & materials used
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
Background information
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Official Guide 13th Ed
- EmpowerGMAT review guides and online videos
- GMATClub forums
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
- Official Exam: 07/24/15; 670 Q 44 V 38 IR 4 AWA 5.5
- CAT 1: 06/25/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 5
- CAT 2: 07/10/16; 650 Q 47 V 34 IR 7
- CAT 3: 07/24/16; 710 Q 48 V 38 IR 4
- CAT 4: 08/06/16; 700 Q 47 V 39 IR 4
- CAT 5: 09/03/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8
- CAT 6: 09/10/16; 720 Q 47 V 42 IR 7
- Official Exam: 09/19/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8 AWA 6
Background information
- Education: BS in Business Administration with a major in Finance from a top 25 U.S. public university
- Employment: Strategy consulting analyst
- Post-MBA target industry: Tech strategy & bizops
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Take practice CATs under real test-like conditions
- Give yourself enough time to perform an autopsy after each CAT (I wish I did that more thoroughly)
- Read the news (especially op-eds) with a critical mind, it becomes easier and easier to identify reasoning flaws (e.g. past performance is not indicative of future performance) in writing
- Maintain a consistent schedule (try to study at the same time each day)
- Eat well
- Workout (especially cardio). Running would help clear my mind and de-stress.
20 Feb 2017, 11:09
Kudos
Bookmarks
msauers
Books & materials used
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
Background information
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Official Guide 13th Ed
- EmpowerGMAT review guides and online videos
- GMATClub forums
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
- Official Exam: 07/24/15; 670 Q 44 V 38 IR 4 AWA 5.5
- CAT 1: 06/25/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 5
- CAT 2: 07/10/16; 650 Q 47 V 34 IR 7
- CAT 3: 07/24/16; 710 Q 48 V 38 IR 4
- CAT 4: 08/06/16; 700 Q 47 V 39 IR 4
- CAT 5: 09/03/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8
- CAT 6: 09/10/16; 720 Q 47 V 42 IR 7
- Official Exam: 09/19/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8 AWA 6
Background information
- Education: BS in Business Administration with a major in Finance from a top 25 U.S. public university
- Employment: Strategy consulting analyst
- Post-MBA target industry: Tech strategy & bizops
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Take practice CATs under real test-like conditions
- Give yourself enough time to perform an autopsy after each CAT (I wish I did that more thoroughly)
- Read the news (especially op-eds) with a critical mind, it becomes easier and easier to identify reasoning flaws (e.g. past performance is not indicative of future performance) in writing
- Maintain a consistent schedule (try to study at the same time each day)
- Eat well
- Workout (especially cardio). Running would help clear my mind and de-stress.
Good Score... Congrats
I have a question about EmpowerGMAT
What is the quality of EmpowerGMAT Videos, there strategy of concept building?
SajjadAhmad
msauers
Books & materials used
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
Background information
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Official Guide 13th Ed
- EmpowerGMAT review guides and online videos
- GMATClub forums
CAT (all official GMAT Prep) Results and Official Score
- Official Exam: 07/24/15; 670 Q 44 V 38 IR 4 AWA 5.5
- CAT 1: 06/25/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 5
- CAT 2: 07/10/16; 650 Q 47 V 34 IR 7
- CAT 3: 07/24/16; 710 Q 48 V 38 IR 4
- CAT 4: 08/06/16; 700 Q 47 V 39 IR 4
- CAT 5: 09/03/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8
- CAT 6: 09/10/16; 720 Q 47 V 42 IR 7
- Official Exam: 09/19/16; 710 Q 47 V 41 IR 8 AWA 6
Background information
- Education: BS in Business Administration with a major in Finance from a top 25 U.S. public university
- Employment: Strategy consulting analyst
- Post-MBA target industry: Tech strategy & bizops
General strategy
In late June of 2016, I started the EMPOWERgmat full plan after scoring a 670 Q44/V38 in July 2015. In my first round with the GMAT, I self-studied with some hand-me-down Manhattan Prep strategy guides and the 13th Ed Official Guide. It was a decent foundation, but I lacked the finer points (e.g. timing and triage) required to hit my goal score (>700).
After reading many positive reviews about EMPOWERgmat’s course, particularly its TEST IT, TEST THE ANSWER, and TRIAGE tactics, I decided to enroll. At $349 for 3 months with GMAT Prep Exam Packs 1 and 2 ($100 value) included, it was a steal. Regardless of which prep material I chose, I would have purchased the exam packs, so that made EMPOWERgmat’s course $249 for 3 months in my opinion. Even better.
I spent 87 days and ~200 hours on prep (I tracked everything). The course allowed me to understand how the exam worked and how to train/practice/instill the right habits to succeed on test day. The biggest difference that I noticed on test day was the absence of anxiety/pressure to answer every question correctly. If I spent too much time on a question, I triaged it. I came across a multi-shape geometry question and ditched it immediately. I applied Test It at least a dozen times. On Verbal, I knew how to read each CR answer with intense skepticism. It was much easier to eliminate answers after watching Max's videos. I felt prepared and confident.
Takeaways and Advice
- Take practice CATs under real test-like conditions
- Give yourself enough time to perform an autopsy after each CAT (I wish I did that more thoroughly)
- Read the news (especially op-eds) with a critical mind, it becomes easier and easier to identify reasoning flaws (e.g. past performance is not indicative of future performance) in writing
- Maintain a consistent schedule (try to study at the same time each day)
- Eat well
- Workout (especially cardio). Running would help clear my mind and de-stress.
Good Score... Congrats
I have a question about EmpowerGMAT
What is the quality of EmpowerGMAT Videos, there strategy of concept building?
