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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
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Shreyaskn wrote:
I have not written any mocks yet, was facing some courage issue before, now i am confident that i can do pretty okay so, i will be taking my 1st mock early next week.

Your score in the official mock test will provide a more definitive answer Shreyas, in terms of the direction that your preparation should take going forward.

Do let us know once you appear in it.
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Shreyaskn wrote:
Hi All,

I am preparing for GMAT from past one and half month, I am able to solve Low and Medium difficulty level questions with ease but not able to solve Hard difficulty level questions. Need some advise on how to break this barrier, whether this is case for all students??

Thanks,
Shreyas


Hi Shreyaskn,

I see that you are focusing more on practicing questions, than on the process, which is not the right way to prepare for GMAT. GMAT is a test of application of concepts. So, before you start practicing questions, you should be conceptually clear and learn the right methodology. So, instead of directly practicing questions, make sure that you learn the right process to solve questions. Once you do that, you don't have to worry about the difficulty level of the question.

Please let me know a few more details such as your current study strategy, the resources you are using, the number of hours you can study and your target score. This information will help me guide you in a better way. You can schedule a call with me using the link below.

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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
Shreyaskn wrote:
Hi All,

I am preparing for GMAT from past one and half month, I am able to solve Low and Medium difficulty level questions with ease but not able to solve Hard difficulty level questions. Need some advise on how to break this barrier, whether this is case for all students??

Thanks,
Shreyas


As your target is a 700+ score, it is a good idea not to make any errors with easy and medium-level problems. Taking a CAT should give you an idea of your current level. You can go through some posts IanStewart as he solves extremely challenging questions at seeming ease.
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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
Hi shreyas,
This video might give you some insights regarding hard question
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aSuRtGx0Mmg

Thanks!
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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
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Hi Shreyas,

I've sent you a PM with some notes and additional questions.

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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
Hi Shreyas,

I am an Indian and recently scored a whooping 750(Q51 and V40) on my GMAT(see verified score on GMAT Club Profile) last month. I understand that scoring a high GMAT score can be a daunting task for many, it was certainly for me, and at times all you need is a clear direction to navigate your path. Also, for most Indian students it may be difficult to afford costly teaching services and spend hundreds of dollars.

I am offering a 30 min session at a meagre cost, literally peanuts, to happily clarify each and every doubt of yours, and will be sharing how I improved my score from 660 to 750. I took my Quant from Q48 to Q51 and Verbal from V31 to V40. I did not spend insane amount of money nor took in person coaching. I created my own plan, used the available resources wisely, and meticulously carved my path to 750. I am not a tutor, and hence I think from a student’s perspective and I know what works in real life and what not. I also know that all those generic study plans and widely spoken about books are highly ineffective.

Rather than writing a long generic post to share my experience, I believe a one-to-one discussion is always more fruitful. If you have doubts regarding your preparation and need a strategy specific session, if you want to know how to use all the free GMAT resources available, if you want to know which resources to spend your money on and which to avoid, if you want to discuss how to fix any specific area in Verbal to score V40, or if you have exam specific doubts and need a detailed overview from a recent test taker, just DM me and I will be more than happy to help. I will also share few very useful and unique insights from my ESRs, how I modified my test taking strategy, and things to avoid on actual GMAT.

You can either go through infinite number of but extremely helpful(each post of GMAT club is just marvelous) posts on various forums and spend insane number of hours researching GMAT specific tips/videos, or just talk to me to personally clarify your specific concerns

PS. I am not a teacher. I am just an extremely hard working individual who explored every possible resource in the last one year to crack GMAT and my efforts finally paid. I believe everyone can crack GMAT and all you need is the correct plan :)
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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
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Hi Shreyaskn,

Did you end up taking a practice exam?
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Re: How to Break the Low-Medium difficlty level barrier. [#permalink]
Working on the way you approach questions may be helpful. Finding shorter ways to solve questions, for example.

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