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22 Oct 2024, 00:53
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Hello GMAT Club members,
I'm thrilled to share my GMAT journey with you all. As a civil engineer and project management consultant with 5 years of experience at L&T and my own startup, I recently scored a 655 on the GMAT Focus Edition. This represents a 110-point improvement from my initial diagnostic score of 545. I hope my experience can help and inspire other test-takers.
GMAT preparation overview:
My GMAT journey began with a diagnostic score of 545 on the GMAT Classic Edition, which translates to a comparable score on the GMAT Focus Edition. This initial score served as my baseline for improvement. After realizing I needed structured guidance, I decided to use e-GMAT's course and enroll in their Last Mile Push (LMP) program. This decision proved crucial in my eventual success, especially in transitioning from the Classic to the Focus Edition.
Section-wise breakdown:
Verbal (V81):
Initially, I struggled with Critical Reasoning (CR) and Reading Comprehension (RC). For CR, the pre-thinking approach was a game-changer. It helped me improve my accuracy to 70% and reduce my time to less than 2 minutes per question. In RC, I focused on breaking down passages and understanding their structure, which significantly improved my efficiency. My hard question accuracy in RC improved dramatically from 20% to 70%, which was a major factor in my overall verbal score improvement.
Quant (Q84):
Despite my engineering background, I needed to improve my accuracy. I focused on practicing hard and medium-level questions, especially in weak areas like number properties and inequalities. My hard question accuracy in Number Properties improved from 20% to 70%, and in Word Problems from 45% to 70%. The PACE engine in e-GMAT helped me save an impressive 40 hours of study time by allowing me to skip basic concepts I already knew.
Data Insights (DI83 - 96th percentile):
This new section was initially challenging, but it ended up being the hero of my score. I struggled with time management at first, often leaving 5 questions unanswered. I improved by:
* Paying close attention to question wording (e.g., "will happen" vs "may happen")
* Using a step-by-step approach for each question type
* Practicing continuously, as DI requires consistent effort My hard question accuracy in Two-Part Analysis (TPA) improved from 40% to 65%, which was crucial for my high percentile score in this section.
Mentorship and Last Mile Push Program:
My mentor, Dhruv, played a crucial role in my improvement. He helped me create a targeted improvement plan, focusing on specific weak areas. The structured metrics and personalized guidance were instrumental in my success. I had previously taken an attempt where I scored 645, but I knew I could do better.
Study tools and resources:
Scholaranium was invaluable for my preparation. Its vast question bank, detailed solutions, and ability to create custom quizzes helped me practice effectively. I found Scholaranium questions to be more challenging and varied than those in the Official Guide, which prepared me well for the actual exam.
Mock tests:
I took several mocks, including Sigma-X Mocks (675 and 655) and OG Mocks (675, 685, and 675). To improve between mocks, I maintained error logs and focused on targeted improvement in weak areas.
Final preparation and test day experience:
On test day, I arrived 30 minutes early to relax. I took my full 10-minute break before the third section to recharge. Some tips:
* Wear a thin jacket as the exam room can be cold
* Don't hesitate to ask for additional note pads
* Be prepared to address any distractions (like noisy invigilators)
Key takeaways and advice:
1. Structured approach: Follow a well-planned study regimen.
2. Continuous practice: Especially for DI, regular practice is crucial.
3. Time management: Learn to allocate time effectively for each section.
4. Error analysis: Maintain error logs to identify and address weaknesses.
5. Mock tests: Use them to simulate exam conditions and improve your strategy.
6. Mentorship: Having personalized guidance can make a significant difference.
Conclusion:
My journey from 545 to 655 was challenging but rewarding. The structured approach, continuous practice, and expert guidance from e-GMAT were key to my success. Remember, persistence is crucial – keep pushing forward, and success will follow.
I hope my experience helps you in your GMAT preparation. Best of luck to all future test-takers! Feel free to ask any questions.
I'm thrilled to share my GMAT journey with you all. As a civil engineer and project management consultant with 5 years of experience at L&T and my own startup, I recently scored a 655 on the GMAT Focus Edition. This represents a 110-point improvement from my initial diagnostic score of 545. I hope my experience can help and inspire other test-takers.
GMAT preparation overview:
My GMAT journey began with a diagnostic score of 545 on the GMAT Classic Edition, which translates to a comparable score on the GMAT Focus Edition. This initial score served as my baseline for improvement. After realizing I needed structured guidance, I decided to use e-GMAT's course and enroll in their Last Mile Push (LMP) program. This decision proved crucial in my eventual success, especially in transitioning from the Classic to the Focus Edition.
Section-wise breakdown:
Verbal (V81):
Initially, I struggled with Critical Reasoning (CR) and Reading Comprehension (RC). For CR, the pre-thinking approach was a game-changer. It helped me improve my accuracy to 70% and reduce my time to less than 2 minutes per question. In RC, I focused on breaking down passages and understanding their structure, which significantly improved my efficiency. My hard question accuracy in RC improved dramatically from 20% to 70%, which was a major factor in my overall verbal score improvement.
Quant (Q84):
Despite my engineering background, I needed to improve my accuracy. I focused on practicing hard and medium-level questions, especially in weak areas like number properties and inequalities. My hard question accuracy in Number Properties improved from 20% to 70%, and in Word Problems from 45% to 70%. The PACE engine in e-GMAT helped me save an impressive 40 hours of study time by allowing me to skip basic concepts I already knew.
Data Insights (DI83 - 96th percentile):
This new section was initially challenging, but it ended up being the hero of my score. I struggled with time management at first, often leaving 5 questions unanswered. I improved by:
* Paying close attention to question wording (e.g., "will happen" vs "may happen")
* Using a step-by-step approach for each question type
* Practicing continuously, as DI requires consistent effort My hard question accuracy in Two-Part Analysis (TPA) improved from 40% to 65%, which was crucial for my high percentile score in this section.
Mentorship and Last Mile Push Program:
My mentor, Dhruv, played a crucial role in my improvement. He helped me create a targeted improvement plan, focusing on specific weak areas. The structured metrics and personalized guidance were instrumental in my success. I had previously taken an attempt where I scored 645, but I knew I could do better.
Study tools and resources:
Scholaranium was invaluable for my preparation. Its vast question bank, detailed solutions, and ability to create custom quizzes helped me practice effectively. I found Scholaranium questions to be more challenging and varied than those in the Official Guide, which prepared me well for the actual exam.
Mock tests:
I took several mocks, including Sigma-X Mocks (675 and 655) and OG Mocks (675, 685, and 675). To improve between mocks, I maintained error logs and focused on targeted improvement in weak areas.
Final preparation and test day experience:
On test day, I arrived 30 minutes early to relax. I took my full 10-minute break before the third section to recharge. Some tips:
* Wear a thin jacket as the exam room can be cold
* Don't hesitate to ask for additional note pads
* Be prepared to address any distractions (like noisy invigilators)
Key takeaways and advice:
1. Structured approach: Follow a well-planned study regimen.
2. Continuous practice: Especially for DI, regular practice is crucial.
3. Time management: Learn to allocate time effectively for each section.
4. Error analysis: Maintain error logs to identify and address weaknesses.
5. Mock tests: Use them to simulate exam conditions and improve your strategy.
6. Mentorship: Having personalized guidance can make a significant difference.
Conclusion:
My journey from 545 to 655 was challenging but rewarding. The structured approach, continuous practice, and expert guidance from e-GMAT were key to my success. Remember, persistence is crucial – keep pushing forward, and success will follow.
I hope my experience helps you in your GMAT preparation. Best of luck to all future test-takers! Feel free to ask any questions.
22 Oct 2024, 11:33
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Gratz on the score improvement. Consider writing a profile-review.
22 Oct 2024, 11:37
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Congratulations! And consider formatting it a bit if you are hoping to make it more helpful. 😇🙏
