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Rishitha0311
Joined: 16 Nov 2023
Last visit: 17 Oct 2025
Posts: 62
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Location: India
Schools: Kellog '27 (D) Fuqua '27 (A$$) ISB '27 (A) Ross '27 (A) Darden '27 (D) Kenan-Flagler '27 (A$$) Tuck '27 (WL)
GMAT Focus 1: 695 Q90 V87 DI77 
GPA: 8.67
Schools: Kellog '27 (D) Fuqua '27 (A$$) ISB '27 (A) Ross '27 (A) Darden '27 (D) Kenan-Flagler '27 (A$$) Tuck '27 (WL)
GMAT Focus 1: 695 Q90 V87 DI77
Posts: 62
Updated on: 11 Mar 2025, 20:06
Originally posted by Rishitha0311 on 14 Feb 2024, 08:43.
Last edited by bb on 11 Mar 2025, 20:06, edited 7 times in total.
Last edited by bb on 11 Mar 2025, 20:06, edited 7 times in total.
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Hello Everyone!
It's finally completed! I just finished my GMAT Focus Exam on February 13th and I'm here to express my appreciation to several key individuals who have supported me throughout this journey!
Result: 695 - 98th Percentile - Q90, V87, DI77.
(Ik my DI score stands as an outlier here
hence considering a reattempt)
First and foremost, I cannot thank the GMAT Club enough for providing such an exceptional platform! Words fail to express my initial awe upon starting to use it, and the experience has been consistently outstanding since then.
When discussing the platform, it's impossible not to mention the pillars of the forum!
bb Bunuel MartyMurray KarishmaB chetan2u GMATNinja
"Thanks" feels insufficient for your continual and prompt responses to every trivial question I've posed on this platform.
Below is my score breakup-
GMAT-Club-Forum-9x77duvq.png [ 57.7 KiB | Viewed 2524 times ]
Would love to assist in case of any further queries from anyone.
Thank you!
Update:
Due to receiving numerous similar queries via private messages, I've opted to write a comprehensive debrief to address common questions. I hope this proves helpful!
You can also find the word doc link here- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o6u ... WQQfA/edit
It's important to note that my review will be honest and neutral, without bias towards any specific coaching institutes.
Preparation: First Phase
Preparation: Second Phase
Quant
Verbal
DI
Mock Tests
Adaptive tests and scores of the tests I have taken-
Exam Experience
Additional tips
It's finally completed! I just finished my GMAT Focus Exam on February 13th and I'm here to express my appreciation to several key individuals who have supported me throughout this journey!
Result: 695 - 98th Percentile - Q90, V87, DI77.
(Ik my DI score stands as an outlier here
hence considering a reattempt)First and foremost, I cannot thank the GMAT Club enough for providing such an exceptional platform! Words fail to express my initial awe upon starting to use it, and the experience has been consistently outstanding since then.
When discussing the platform, it's impossible not to mention the pillars of the forum!
bb Bunuel MartyMurray KarishmaB chetan2u GMATNinja
"Thanks" feels insufficient for your continual and prompt responses to every trivial question I've posed on this platform.
Below is my score breakup-
Attachment:
GMAT-Club-Forum-9x77duvq.png [ 57.7 KiB | Viewed 2524 times ]
Would love to assist in case of any further queries from anyone.
Thank you!
Update:
Due to receiving numerous similar queries via private messages, I've opted to write a comprehensive debrief to address common questions. I hope this proves helpful!
You can also find the word doc link here- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1o6u ... WQQfA/edit
It's important to note that my review will be honest and neutral, without bias towards any specific coaching institutes.
Preparation: First Phase
- In August 2022, I made the decision to prepare for the GMAT. Given my demanding work schedule, I believed self-preparation might not be suitable for me. Through an ISB alumnus, I learned about Jamboree and promptly enrolled in their weekend online classes without further research. However, due to inconsistency and changes in my work schedule, I struggled to keep up with the post-class work. After attending approximately two-thirds of the classes, I had to abruptly halt my participation.
- In November 2023, after a year, I resolved to focus and complete the task by taking a break from work. While many individuals successfully prepare for the GMAT while working, I felt compelled to take a break for two reasons: Firstly, as a Sales Manager in an auto dealership (MG Motors-Raam Group), my work-life balance was already challenging, and adding GMAT preparation on top seemed overwhelming. Secondly, I thrive on immersive learning experiences and felt that dedicating a full day to preparation was the right approach for me.
Preparation: Second Phase
- I commenced my preparation from Nov Second week of 2023. And here comes the most crucial part of my journey, booking the exam date(exactly 3 months from then) right away to stay focused. PS- GMAT focus was the only option available keeping in mind 3 months for preparation.
- Given that it had been a year since I engaged with Jamboree's classes, and having left them incomplete, I found myself in a position of needing to reset and restart the preparation stage. Opting not to invest further in coaching, I decided to utilize the existing materials provided by Jamboree. I began studying topic by topic, starting with quant. The Jamboree team had done an excellent job compiling versatile questions for both quant and verbal sections.
- As a person who craves perfection I’ve wanted to have strong pillars for each topic and hence in the process of research about the same I got to know about GMAT Club Forum Quiz.
Quant
- The steps for my quant has been the following in a sequence for each topic- Jamboree Material and practice exam--OG PS and DS questions--GMAT Club Quiz 605-805 level questions.
- Throughout my preparation journey, I implemented a marked question format to aid in my revision process.
- Thanks to the GMAT Club's quiz, I encountered numerous new concepts within each topic, which I diligently documented in my notes. Additionally, Bunuel's conceptual methods proved invaluable in boosting my confidence in time management. As I progressed, I made it a habit to jot down all the novel concepts and approaches that were absent in the Jamboree materials. This meticulous note-taking process not only laid a robust foundation for me but also facilitated easier revision. Moreover, the act of writing helped me retain the information more effectively.
Verbal
- The journey through the Verbal section proved to be quite a roller coaster for me. Initially, I tackled all the CR questions in my jamboree material with great(not best) accuracy which led me to feel somewhat overconfident in this area.Concurrently, I began working on CR questions from the quiz, performing well on questions below the 700 level but struggling with inconsistency in accuracy for those above it. Unfortunately, I made the mistake of accepting this inconsistency by patting myself whenever I achieved good accuracy, failing to recognize the underlying weaknesses.
- As I delved into full-length tests provided by Jamboree, the harsh reality of my inconsistency in CR became undeniable. It took some time, but I eventually mustered the courage to acknowledge my weakness in CR just 20 days before the exam and started looking for proper CR approaches. I sat one day and segregated my incorrect answers in CR to exactly understand which concept I was struggling with the most and finally observed that Assumption questions became a thorn in my foot.
- Then I started searching for the basics of CR and came across a wonderful free video session of E-GMAT. It just explained basics like the meaning of assumption, premise and all. Then I realized that the main mistake I was committing was reading CR like a short story and trying to just see the argument as a whole rather than dissecting them line by line to identify the main conclusion and premise relationship. Once I started seeing the main conclusion in each CR question with a magnifying glass by clouding the nonrequired information, the game changed! Assumption, strengthening, weaking all the questions seemed much better from this perspective.
- With this understanding I restarted doing the quiz questions with the idea that I will continue practicing till I get no question wrong, instead of targeting to get all questions right. This shift in mindset not only bolstered my CR skills but also improved my ability to read lines better in Reading Comprehension (RC) passages, despite minimal preparation in that area.
DI
- I started preparing for DI 10 days before starting to give full length mock tests. This biggest problem here was lack of proper resources to learn.
- I initially viewed GMATNinja DI videos to get basic understanding. Post that I solved questions from the Jamboree where I got above 95% accuracy on its set of 60 questions. I became confident post that and started to solve GMAT forum quiz questions now and then. But to give an honest view, the solutions for the DI questions in the quiz are not great. Most of the times it's just the answers being posted which led me not to gain any knowledge. I hope it improves soon. But still I continued with full length mock tests from Jamboree and scored decent accuracy of 75% in most of the tests.(lately did I realize that questions are of not the required toughness)
- 3 days before the exam I got to know about 200 questions bank of MBA.Com and have bought it to solve and understand better. That is the point I realized that my DI prep is totally insufficient and regretted obtaining it sooner. But I tried to solve as many as possible in the last 2 days before the exam, clearly understanding that I have to rock the show with only Quant and Verbal. Hence I recommend everyone to practice DI 200 questions set from Mba.com especially owing to the neat solutions they have given.
Mock Tests
Adaptive tests and scores of the tests I have taken-
- Official test 1- 725
- Official test 2- 695
- E-Gmat free test- 595 (This was just 5 days before the actual exam)
- Experts Global free test- 675
Exam Experience
- I've always believed in the principle of under-commitment and over-delivery, and I applied the same philosophy throughout my preparation stage. While I aimed for a score between 665-675, I prepared with unwavering dedication, putting in 100% effort into the process. Therefore, I would advise others not to stress over their target score but rather to trust the preparation process.
- On the day of the exam, I went in with the possibility of needing a second attempt due to concerns about the Data Interpretation section. However, I encouraged myself to perform to the best of my abilities for the present attempt.
- Beginning with the Quantitative section, I initially became worried when I didn't encounter tougher questions as expected. Thoughts swirled in my mind about whether I was making errors that prevented the questions from increasing in difficulty. Nevertheless, I completed the exam six minutes before the allotted time and began reviewing bookmarked questions. Fortunately, I identified one silly error and corrected it promptly! Reflecting on the exam, I can confidently say that none of the questions approached the level of difficulty of those on the GMAT Club quiz portal, which typically range above 700. However, practicing questions of this caliber can be beneficial in building confidence and performing well on the actual exam.
- Verbal became notably more challenging after the first 10 questions. However, my practice of tackling 700-plus level questions on the quiz proved immensely beneficial in navigating this difficulty. One surprising observation I made was that three of the Critical Reasoning (CR) questions bore striking resemblance to those on the quiz. In fact, in one instance, it appeared that the only differences were in the nouns used and minor alterations in the answer choices.
- Post break I have started DI. However, one significant mistake I made during this section was allowing my ego to influence my decision-making, leading me to spend excessive time on challenging questions. Effective time management is paramount in DI, and unfortunately, I faltered in this aspect. I strongly advise others to utilize the bookmark feature in DI to save time and prioritize efficiently. In terms of question difficulty, I found that the range of questions in DI was slightly easier compared to those I had practiced from the 200-question set from mba.com.
Additional tips
- The bookmark feature proved to be incredibly valuable for me during the exam, allowing me to correct two incorrect answers - one in Quant and one in Verbal. I highly recommend making full use of this feature to save time and revisit questions later. However, it's important not to become complacent solely relying on this feature. Confidence should come from understanding concepts and strategies, not just from having access to such tools.
- When it comes to timing questions, I suggest refraining from timing them from the beginning. Instead, focus on mastering concepts first before incorporating time constraints into your practice.
- In terms of coaching institute materials, I've learned that the specific source doesn't make a significant difference. What truly matters is one's commitment and strategy. While coaching institutes provide structured syllabi, I've found that GMAT Club offers a comprehensive compilation of questions from various sources, which can be immensely helpful for practice
- Mindfulness meditation practice helped me a lot in maintaining focus.
- Lastly, I can't stress enough the importance of analysis. Analyze your mistakes, your approach, and your progress continuously. It's through thorough analysis that you'll identify areas for improvement and refine your strategies effectively.
14 Feb 2024, 08:45
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Congratulations! Awesome job!!!
How many wrong did you get on the DI?
How many wrong did you get on the DI?
14 Feb 2024, 09:05
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Nice work, Rishitha!
Your performance on Quant and Verbal is particularly sweet. Love it.
Also, I appreciate the kind words, and I'm honored to have been able to help.
Congrats.
Your performance on Quant and Verbal is particularly sweet. Love it.
Also, I appreciate the kind words, and I'm honored to have been able to help.
Congrats.
