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HI Guys,

Let me introduce myself,

I am poor in academics(especially in maths).
Age:31 unfortunately having an aim to get 750+ in GMAT.

For the last 2 months I am preparing for GMAT, so for covered only SC and Quant(few topics).
SC: my average is 33% only. Quant:(less than 30%)Embarrassing. :oops:

Listed below my observations:

Verbal:
Since I was a tamil medium student, Cant able to get more than 50% in Verbal alone.
But having confidence that I can make it.(Don't ask how)

Quant:
Seriously i have no idea about it:
Actually scared about it right from child hood.
Very minimum confidence on it.

While Starting this GMAT thought of working hard will give results but GMAT deserves Smart work.
To be frank I am the least scorer 220 last score(almost 0).

Thinking of give it up.
But some thing making me to hold this activity.

Guys can any one help to guide for achieving my GOAL.
Seriously frustrated because of my peers kidding and also my inefficiency.

Don't know where to start and proceed.
If kindly any one throw light on my path, it will be very helpful for me.

Waiting for your valuable feedback.

Thanks in advance.
Vishnu
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GMAT is a Serious Business 23 Aug 2015, 06:06
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HI Guys,

Let me introduce myself,

I am poor in academics(especially in maths).
Age:31 unfortunately having an aim to get 750+ in GMAT.

For the last 2 months I am preparing for GMAT, so for covered only SC and Quant(few topics).
SC: my average is 33% only. Quant:(less than 30%)Embarrassing. :oops:

Listed below my observations:

Verbal:
Since I was a tamil medium student, Cant able to get more than 50% in Verbal alone.
But having confidence that I can make it.(Don't ask how)

Quant:
Seriously i have no idea about it:
Actually scared about it right from child hood.
Very minimum confidence on it.

While Starting this GMAT thought of working hard will give results but GMAT deserves Smart work.
To be frank I am the least scorer 220 last score(almost 0).

Thinking of give it up.
But some thing making me to hold this activity.

Guys can any one help to guide for achieving my GOAL.
Seriously frustrated because of my peers kidding and also my inefficiency.

Don't know where to start and proceed.
If kindly any one throw light on my path, it will be very helpful for me.

Waiting for your valuable feedback.

Thanks in advance.
Vishnu
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Vishnu,
I'm sorry that you are having difficulty preparing for the GMAT. It sounds like something just isn't clicking for you. The test is very interesting and specific. Usually once candidates learn some techniques as well as how to study for the exam, they are able to get the hang of things and improve their scores. At this point you will probably benefit from some individual tutoring since the generic books and lessons won't be at the right level you need today.

I have MIT graduates who tutor for the GMAT and can create a customized plan for you. If you are interested in learning more, visit my site for more details https://www.personalmbacoach.com/#!gmat/c14og or send me a note to discuss: [email protected]

Good luck!
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HI Guys,

Let me introduce myself,

I am poor in academics(especially in maths).
Age:31 unfortunately having an aim to get 750+ in GMAT.

For the last 2 months I am preparing for GMAT, so for covered only SC and Quant(few topics).
SC: my average is 33% only. Quant:(less than 30%)Embarrassing. :oops:

Listed below my observations:

Verbal:
Since I was a tamil medium student, Cant able to get more than 50% in Verbal alone.
But having confidence that I can make it.(Don't ask how)

Quant:
Seriously i have no idea about it:
Actually scared about it right from child hood.
Very minimum confidence on it.

While Starting this GMAT thought of working hard will give results but GMAT deserves Smart work.
To be frank I am the least scorer 220 last score(almost 0).

Thinking of give it up.
But some thing making me to hold this activity.

Guys can any one help to guide for achieving my GOAL.
Seriously frustrated because of my peers kidding and also my inefficiency.

Don't know where to start and proceed.
If kindly any one throw light on my path, it will be very helpful for me.

Waiting for your valuable feedback.

Thanks in advance.
Vishnu
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HI Vishnu

Welcome to GMATCLUB. You should not be embarrassed about being a non native english speaker (I am one of them). Most of us falter when we first start preparing for GMAT. But GMAT Verbal is more a test of what you understand. GMAT Quant is nothing but 8-10 grade maths but with a bit more emphasis on application of concepts. There is no reason why you can not score whatever your target score is.

I have moved your question to a more relevant forum that is visited by many GMAT Experts. This way you will be guided appropriately.

Feel free to post your doubts and questions on GMATCLUB and the forum members will be more than happy to assist you.

Additionally, some people have posted debriefs (their GMAT journey) and you can go over some of them to get a feel of what are the things that worked etc.

Debriefs: share-gmat-experience-8/?fl=menu

Study plan: gmat-study-plan-how-to-start-your-gmat-prep-80727.html?fl=menu

Asking questions to GMAT Experts: ask-gmat-experts-156/?fl=menu

GMATCLUB Verbal section: gmat-verbal-section-11/?fl=menu

GMATCLUB QUant section: gmat-quantitative-section-7/?fl=menu

General GMAT queries and strategies: general-gmat-questions-and-strategies-1/?fl=menu

Hope this helps.
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Vishnu,

The key for you will be to stage your preparation. Start with easy concepts and easy practice problems from official GMAT sources(official guides etc) and build slowly from there. This will build your confidence and help you gradually take on harder concepts. As for the sources of easier GMAT practice problems, focus on the first third of each section from the main official guide, do the same for the quant and verbal supplements.

Cheers,
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