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Post Tue Jun 09, 2009 5:59 am
Thank you all of you guys! It's really nice to see such "supporters".

@Claret: to my utter shame, I did use a soft copy of the PowerScore CR Bible. The only reason I did so was because it would have taken about a month before it would have been shipped to me (I'm from Romania) and I only had about a week left. Trust me, when I come to the US again I'm buying it just because I believe it's definitely worth the money. Unfortunately, soft copies are extremely easy to find, but I'm not going to share the link, because I personally don't think it's a nice thing to do!

@yalanand: of course I remember you! Thank you for your kind words and I hope all is well over there, taking pictures and such...

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Post Tue Jun 09, 2009 10:52 am
Hi Dana please check your PM...

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Post Fri Jun 12, 2009 1:10 am
Since you like to teach and here are so many ppl like me who can take as much help... could u please give more on the quant ground. I am a member of this blog for more than a year and i have finally mustered up the courage to give a shot at gmat. i hope u can help ppl like me with your input Confused

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Post Fri Jun 12, 2009 1:56 pm
There's a lot to be discussed about the quant part of the GMAT. What would you like me to focus on? I did start this thread about quant suggestions, but I haven't had the time to write a new post in quite some time (been busy with finals). I'll try to update it as soon as possible.

If you could be more specific about the type of issues you'd like to see, then maybe I can help.

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Post Sun Jun 14, 2009 7:31 pm
good job danna,i am so happy to hear your experience.and thanks to your advices.

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Post Sun Jun 14, 2009 7:45 pm
awesome score,amazing score,and of course a crazy score,i can hardly forget what i have seen.congratulations,that's what i can only say.

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Post Thu Dec 17, 2009 1:56 am
Dana, Congrat's..770 WOW.. I am struggling with RC and CR.. I tend to get nervous during verbal and i fail to concentrate.. Could you Please guide me

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Post Fri Dec 18, 2009 12:20 am
For CR and RC, your best bet is to go for the CR Bible by PowerScore. I attribute much of my 11-point increase in verbal score to this book, which is surprisingly useful for both sections of the verbal. I know how difficult it can be to concentrate, especially if you're a non native speaker. However, if you approach all texts with a genuine interest, I'm pretty sure you'll see some solid improvements.

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Post Fri Dec 18, 2009 4:12 pm
Wow, I can't believe I am reading this now. Thank God its exposed to the market ! Really enjoyed the debrief!

Great job, I think you can definitely teach... from your posts you seem to convey knowledge quite clearly and concisely. From a technical standpoint, you definitely have the math/verbal/testing skills! I can't see anything stopping you - plus, your VERY young! I think you have both the hard skills and the soft skills (some empathetic degree of understanding of your student)... btw if you do teach I am willing to be your guinea pig :D It'll be great feedback I assure :P I got a 650 (Q 46, V 35) today in my GMAT Prep 5th try of the 1st exam (saw some repeats) so will deflate it to a 600. Looking to crack a 700 by January 28th (test day). If you have any ideasssssss I am all open :)

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Post Mon Dec 21, 2009 5:25 pm
Thanks Dana.

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Post Tue Dec 22, 2009 8:52 am
@JasLamba: I actually answered one of your posts in the strategy forum with a few tips. Be sure to check that out!

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Post Tue Dec 22, 2009 9:09 am
Many congratulations on the fantastic score. V-47 is too yummy wow... I am surprised I didn't congratulated so far, so doing the dutiful.

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Post Sat Feb 20, 2010 12:18 am
Amazing score & amazing debrief. Congrats!. Your debrief was captivating but would love to know what strategies did you use during your prep.

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Post Sat Feb 20, 2010 1:09 am
You can check out some of my strategy tips in the Resources - GMAT Study Plans tab. The study plans mentioned at the bottom of the page are developed by me. All the best!

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Post Sat Feb 20, 2010 12:53 pm
DanaJ

U know me pretty well,.....

Hey yeah, I have become a FAN of DanaJ!! Your CR replies are just too superb. There are couple of ladies (Komal & Fibo) like u raring to go on GMAT!!

Let's wait & watch...& expect the greatest from them too!!

Eric shall certainly rate your debrief as the BEST of anything!!!

To be very true, BTG is gifted to have you on the Board !! Isn't Eric???

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