Hi everyone,
I wanted to share my GMAT journey because reading posts on this forum really helped me while I was studying. Hopefully this helps someone who’s starting out or considering
Target Test Prep.
BackgroundMy first mock exam was in December 2024, where I scored a 645 (Q85, V72, D79). At that point, I knew I needed a serious, structured plan if I wanted to break into the 700s. Fast forward to July 2025—I finally committed to studying consistently. For two months, I used only TTP. In September, I sat for the GMAT and scored 735 (Q88, V86, D86).
Why TTP Worked for Me
- Error Tracker – This was my favorite feature. Being able to tag and categorize mistakes gave me a clear picture of the patterns I was repeating. It forced me to address weaknesses instead of glossing over them.
- Thorough Lessons – The lessons go deep. At times, it felt like an overload of information, but the beauty is you can move at your own pace. Whenever I slowed down, I still felt like I was making progress.
- Mission Organization – The way TTP structures the missions makes it easy to follow a clear path without worrying about “what’s next.”
- Video Answers & Explanations – I really valued having both written and video explanations. Sometimes a visual walk-through was exactly what I needed to grasp a tricky concept.
My Approach & AdviceLooking back, here are a few things that helped me turn the corner:
- Make it a learning process, not just studying. Each wrong answer was an opportunity to grow.
- Quality over quantity. I learned more by spending extra time on fewer problems than rushing through huge sets.
- Consistency matters most. Even 1–2 hours daily was more effective than random 8–10 hour weekend marathons.
- Don’t get discouraged. Wrong answers are inevitable—if you never got them, you wouldn’t need to study in the first place.
- Focus on health. Studying tired was counterproductive. Eating well, sleeping properly, and waking up early to study first thing made a big difference in my retention.
Final ThoughtsTTP was the backbone of my study plan, and I can’t recommend it enough. It’s not flashy, but it’s comprehensive, structured, and results-oriented. If you commit to the system, it works.
For anyone on this journey: be patient, stay consistent, and trust the process. That score jump is possible—I went from the mid-600s to mid-700s in two focused months.
Good luck, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions!