Dilemma - Self Prep or Coaching

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Dilemma - Self Prep or Coaching

by vikramjain » Mon May 21, 2012 4:42 am
Hi Friends,

Been a silent visitor on the forums and hence thought will pop this question to wider friends and seek in advice.

I have given GMAT thrice - 2009(590), 2010(650) and 2011(620). And in 2011 I chose an online training which doesnt seem to have helped.

Further, my problem is I have not been able to identify the weakness in all three years. After my dismal performance in 2011 I gave up the idea of giving GMAT again and after months have now recouped the courage to give it another shot and this time I really want to BEAT the *** GMAT ;)

Now given my inability identify weaknesses and work on them, would you suggest coaching is a good idea?

Appreciate your help here :)

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by Bara » Mon May 21, 2012 8:46 am
Vikram,

Based on your description, and scores, it seems fairly obvious to me that you'll beat the GMAT if you work with a coach. Obviously, you should do due diligence in choosing someone, as anyone can hang out a shingle, and performng stellar on the test, doesn't ensure he or she can translate his or her own success into yours.

We actually have a quiz on our site if you want further confirmation - - but it looks like you answered your own question - - but here is a link to a questionaire to help you suss out who you are when studying and what will be the best scenario for you.

The link is on the upper right of the page: https://www.testprepny.com/pages/test_gmat.htm

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