Let’s start with a quick definition of what an “Assumption” is in GMAT Critical Reasoning. If you’re from Midwestern America, like me, I’m sure you know that “to assume makes an ass out of U and ME.” You could say that on some level the GMAT feels the same way. Assumptions suck, unless they’re sanctioned … Read More
“The secret is reps, reps, reps.” –Arnold Schwarzenegger Here’s a quick answer: NO, but sort of maybe sometimes if you look at it a certain way. There’s obviously a lot of interest in this topic, and I will tell you one true thing, even if it’s not what you expected: Repeating questions is the simplest, … Read More
GMAT Work and Rate problems might seem like a pain in the ass, but they don’t have to be. The fact that these questions look worse than they truly are just comes down to over-complicated methodology and dubious pedagogy. This little group of videos is here to teach you a new way to think about … Read More
You just want the full 65-page PDF? It’s here: The GMAT Reading Comprehension Guide You Don’t Read Fast Enough for the GMAT That’s not a value judgment or insult; that’s a statement of fact. Top scorers in Verbal simply read more quickly. The people who roll the Verbal section up and smoke it? Usually finished … Read More
“I looove your rates process. I think I finally understand it!” — Camila M The way you write your guides are brilliant! Your approach made things seem much clearer. Keep the good stuff coming! –Duc Anh T, 2017 Do you struggle with GMAT Rates questions? Let me guess: most GMAT questions seem OK, but you … Read More
The 2016 Official Guide is not a major difference from the 11th, 12th, or 2015 editions. This is particularly true when it comes to difficult questions. However, certain things are noticeable over time. One of these trends has been in Combinatorics (you might think of this as Permutations and Combinations, but Combinatorics is a better … Read More
Over too many years teaching GMAT, one thing comes up repeatedly. For almost everyone, the place to gain points most quickly is Sentence Corre Last Minute GMAT Grammar eBook Most people thoroughly misunderstand the section and tend to rely on “doing it by ear.” While this technique works a good chunk of the time—the easier … Read More
CLEARLY there is A LOT to study for the GMAT. However, what exactly is necessary to do is more of a mystery. During my nearly 15 years as a GMAT tutor and consultant, one thing appears to be more of a problem than most. A very common circumstance is to find the person who studies … Read More
GMAT prep is a tough business, and it seems as though only the smartest can score well. I am a firm believer that with enough time and dedicated practice, anyone can reach a 700+ GMAT level. However, this requires a sincere mindset shift. In fact, it requires that the test taker approach the GMAT exam … Read More
Today I heard something very interesting while listening to a speech by author, investor, and general crazy person Tim Ferriss. On one hand, I was excited to hear him echo what I’ve always said about “imagine the worst that could happen”— –that is, imagine that you never prep, “fail” the GMAT, and don’t get into … Read More
