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Preparing for the GMAT, GRE or EA isn't only about solving math problems or memorizing grammar rules. It’s about building the mental, emotional, and strategic capacity to perform under pressure—and to do so efficiently and effectively, given your life, learning style, and goals.
Before diving into any prep, it’s crucial to take stock of where you are:
Mindset Is More Than a Buzzword
It’s important to look beyond content. Research (Beilock et al., Science, 2009) has shown that anxiety can shrink working memory and suppress problem-solving—two things these exams heavily test. A 2017 meta-analysis in Educational Psychology Review confirmed that mindfulness and cognitive strategies measurably improve academic outcomes, especially under timed conditions.
If you’re finding yourself blanking during practice exams, procrastinating, or second-guessing your abilities or answer choices, or even breaking out into a cold sweat, those aren’t signs of a lack of knowledge—they’re signs you might benefit from mindset work alongside test prep. Addressing this can save a lot of frustration and help you access the skills you already have. Plus it's the quickest to improve!
Reading Efficiency = Exam and B-School Readiness
One of the most overlooked components of test prep (and future academic life) is reading. You’ll be reading hundreds of pages a week in business school—cases, articles, reports—and these tests reflect that with time-intensive verbal (and IR sections.)
Speed reading, when done properly, isn’t about skimming. It’s about training your brain to process information more effectively. Programs based on research from institutions like the University of Minnesota have shown that reading speeds can be increased dramatically with maintained (or even improved) comprehension. If reading slows you down—or burns you out—this might be a place to focus that pays off both for the test and beyond. Want to see how fast you read? Head over to MindFlow for a free reading speed assessment. If you read slower than 350 words per minute, your reading speed may be compromising your performance.
What’s the Right Next Step for You?
Everyone’s prep journey looks different. Some students benefit from intense structure; others thrive with flexibility. Some need more content review; others benefit most from performance coaching. The key is knowing what you need and when.
If you’re unsure how to begin—or how to move forward—feel free to reach out. We’re happy to have a conversation to help you map out a realistic, effective path based on where you are and where you want to go. No pressure—just thoughtful guidance.
You can learn more or get in touch with us!
Bara Sapir, MA CHt, CNLP
CEO/Founder | Integrative Life Coach & Full Potential Educator
City Test Prep | MindFlow | MBA Waves
bara@citytestprep.com | 646-290-7440
Before diving into any prep, it’s crucial to take stock of where you are:
- Have you taken a real-from-the-test writers (GMAC/ETS) diagnostic test to get a realistic baseline?
- Are you keeping an error log to track incorrect answers, full mastery vs. guesses, score fluctuations, topic mastery, and time management?
Mindset Is More Than a Buzzword
It’s important to look beyond content. Research (Beilock et al., Science, 2009) has shown that anxiety can shrink working memory and suppress problem-solving—two things these exams heavily test. A 2017 meta-analysis in Educational Psychology Review confirmed that mindfulness and cognitive strategies measurably improve academic outcomes, especially under timed conditions.
If you’re finding yourself blanking during practice exams, procrastinating, or second-guessing your abilities or answer choices, or even breaking out into a cold sweat, those aren’t signs of a lack of knowledge—they’re signs you might benefit from mindset work alongside test prep. Addressing this can save a lot of frustration and help you access the skills you already have. Plus it's the quickest to improve!
Reading Efficiency = Exam and B-School Readiness
One of the most overlooked components of test prep (and future academic life) is reading. You’ll be reading hundreds of pages a week in business school—cases, articles, reports—and these tests reflect that with time-intensive verbal (and IR sections.)
Speed reading, when done properly, isn’t about skimming. It’s about training your brain to process information more effectively. Programs based on research from institutions like the University of Minnesota have shown that reading speeds can be increased dramatically with maintained (or even improved) comprehension. If reading slows you down—or burns you out—this might be a place to focus that pays off both for the test and beyond. Want to see how fast you read? Head over to MindFlow for a free reading speed assessment. If you read slower than 350 words per minute, your reading speed may be compromising your performance.
What’s the Right Next Step for You?
Everyone’s prep journey looks different. Some students benefit from intense structure; others thrive with flexibility. Some need more content review; others benefit most from performance coaching. The key is knowing what you need and when.
If you’re unsure how to begin—or how to move forward—feel free to reach out. We’re happy to have a conversation to help you map out a realistic, effective path based on where you are and where you want to go. No pressure—just thoughtful guidance.
You can learn more or get in touch with us!
Bara Sapir, MA CHt, CNLP
CEO/Founder | Integrative Life Coach & Full Potential Educator
City Test Prep | MindFlow | MBA Waves
bara@citytestprep.com | 646-290-7440
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