How to stay consistent?

Question

I really struggle with staying consistent with my prep. Is there something that has worked for you? I don't feel like studying so much everyday, what to do?

GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Scheduling study sessions in your calendar may help a bit. If you find it hard to study in the evenings, consider studying early in the morning sometimes. You could also try writing down and committing yourself to a certain study target (e.g. a certain amount of studying to do today) and try to hold yourself accountable to it.

MartyMurray · Answer

One move that can work is deciding to prepare for at least 20 minutes a day.

You can make some progress in 20 minutes, but even better is that, if you plan to prepare for 20 minutes, you'll likely spend longer once you get started.

Also, even if on some days you do prepare for only 20 minutes, you'll get into the habit of preparing every day, and, over time, you can seek to get into the habit of preparing for longer every day.

Devidjhon · Answer

Staying consistent really comes down to building simple habits and keeping your goals realistic. It’s easier to stay on track when you create a daily routine that fits naturally into your life instead of forcing big changes all at once. Even small, steady efforts can make a huge difference over time, especially when you stay flexible and adjust your plan instead of giving up when things don’t go perfectly.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi mimundertaker,

Consistency is one of the biggest challenges I see among students, and honestly, the key is to stop thinking of it as “all or nothing.” You don’t need marathon study sessions every day to make real progress. What tends to work best is showing up regularly, even for short, focused bursts. For example, commit to studying for 30 minutes on your busiest days rather than skipping entirely.

That small habit keeps your mind in test mode and prevents you from losing momentum. Also, make your goals concrete and measurable instead of “I’ll study quant,” try “I’ll master 5 number properties questions.” Finally, build in rest days. Burnout kills consistency faster than anything else. A steady, sustainable rhythm beats intense but inconsistent studying every time.

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