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Hey all! I'm writing this as I just completed my GMATPrep Practice Test 2 with a 450 (Q32 V19) score and 2 days to go for my exam. A little background, I'd started preparing for the exam in March this year with a 350 (Q14 V21) on my diagnostic test. As I saw the dismal score, I immediately signed up for e-GMAT's Quant course, as I've been always dreadful about math and thought I could take care of verbal by myself having had a good grasp of the language and grammar. After the diagnostic test, this is the only mock test I've taken as I haven't been able to gather enough courage to take any mocks for all this time. I'm not sure why I don't feel confident even though I'd completed the course and I've covered the bases of Quant. I've scored 1 in IR, like what the heck? All these months of preparation seem like a waste of time and also the whole month of paid leave that I applied for at work right before I could take the exam this month.
I thought I would be able to bridge any gaps I had within this one month's time. But in reality, it didn't even move the needle! Now I don't know what to do with the exam that I have in 2 days. I know I'm going to bomb it given today's performance so I don't think it would be of any help taking this exam. Should I reschedule it and save $50? I'm not even sure when to reschedule it now.
I need to pick up the ashes, revisit my entire GMAT prep approach, and start everything from scratch. Just annoyed and disappointed that this whole thing is taking so much time and it's starting to impact work. It's near impossible to excel both at work and prep at the same time. Also, my dream of getting into an M7 seems to be shattered now. 😭
I have no idea how my approach should be now moving forward. Any thoughts regarding the flaws that are visible in my preparation would be appreciated!
I thought I would be able to bridge any gaps I had within this one month's time. But in reality, it didn't even move the needle! Now I don't know what to do with the exam that I have in 2 days. I know I'm going to bomb it given today's performance so I don't think it would be of any help taking this exam. Should I reschedule it and save $50? I'm not even sure when to reschedule it now.
I need to pick up the ashes, revisit my entire GMAT prep approach, and start everything from scratch. Just annoyed and disappointed that this whole thing is taking so much time and it's starting to impact work. It's near impossible to excel both at work and prep at the same time. Also, my dream of getting into an M7 seems to be shattered now. 😭
I have no idea how my approach should be now moving forward. Any thoughts regarding the flaws that are visible in my preparation would be appreciated!
24 Sep 2021, 06:06
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Tips/Suggestions - https://www.gmatknight.com/blog
Might also be worth considering something new in your prep (i.e. study buddy thread on this forum).
Might also be worth considering something new in your prep (i.e. study buddy thread on this forum).
25 Sep 2021, 14:33
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Hi athenaaa,
I'm sorry to hear that your studies have not led to the type of improvement that you are looking for. From what you describe, I think that part of the issue might be in how you 'structured' your studies. For example, it's important to take FULL-LENGTH CATs/mocks at regular intervals (since there are Test-taking skills that take time to develop, but that can really only be learned by taking CATs over time) - so going forward, that will have to be part of your plan. Thankfully, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level.
At this point, you might want to think of your upcoming Official GMAT as a "learning experience." While you might not score at a particularly high level, you should take careful note of all of the details of Test Day; you will then be able to incorporate those details into your studies (and how you take your future CATs/mocks) - and better train for your next attempt.
Before I can offer you any additional advice for your studies, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) What type of study routine were you following? How many hours did you typically study each week?
2) What other study materials have you used besides the course that you mentioned?
Goals:
3) What is your overall goal score?
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
I'm sorry to hear that your studies have not led to the type of improvement that you are looking for. From what you describe, I think that part of the issue might be in how you 'structured' your studies. For example, it's important to take FULL-LENGTH CATs/mocks at regular intervals (since there are Test-taking skills that take time to develop, but that can really only be learned by taking CATs over time) - so going forward, that will have to be part of your plan. Thankfully, the GMAT is a consistent, predictable Exam, so you CAN train to score at a higher level.
At this point, you might want to think of your upcoming Official GMAT as a "learning experience." While you might not score at a particularly high level, you should take careful note of all of the details of Test Day; you will then be able to incorporate those details into your studies (and how you take your future CATs/mocks) - and better train for your next attempt.
Before I can offer you any additional advice for your studies, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) What type of study routine were you following? How many hours did you typically study each week?
2) What other study materials have you used besides the course that you mentioned?
Goals:
3) What is your overall goal score?
4) When are you planning to apply to Business School?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
