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A great book on visualization is Psychocybernetics by Maxwell Maltz. I recommend it to anyone who is open to new ideas. The idea behind visualization is that the conscious mind does not know the difference between a memory and visualization. Once you begin to visualize yourself a certain way, and do...

by dwilliam

Thu May 15, 2008 3:42 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Failed GMAT 5 Times
Replies: 7
Views: 9575

Part Time Questions

I am looking into part time programs simply because I don't want to go two years without income. My questions are: Does is look strange or will it have a negative effect on my candidacy if I apply to a part time program in Chicago, or actually anywhere other than where I live (I live in San Diego no...

by dwilliam

Sat Feb 23, 2008 7:28 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Part Time Questions
Replies: 2
Views: 1564

Hi D Terman, You look like you have devised a good study plan. Have you considered any of the Manhattan Prep books, or even a class? Their approach is content based learning. I am enrolled in their 9 week class now and it is really good. There is a lot of work to stay on top of, but the instructors ...

by dwilliam

Thu Feb 14, 2008 5:43 am
Forum: I just Beat The GMAT!
Topic: Bombed the GMAT - 460 (Q 24) (V30) AWA -6.0 - Help Please
Replies: 45
Views: 42525

You can do it!

I think your biggest problem is your confidence level. You are not giving yourself a chance. There are posts on here from people who have gone from scoring in the 400's to the 700's. If you really want it, you can do it. You should start with the most basic aspects of English and math and build up y...

by dwilliam

Fri Feb 08, 2008 4:14 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: I am afraid, whether I can Crack GMAT
Replies: 3
Views: 5252

Powerprep Software

I'm not sure if this is already posted here, but I know some people have been looking for it. Here is a site that has the PowerPREP software:
http://www.gorillatestprep.com/gmat_resources.html

by dwilliam

Tue Feb 05, 2008 9:09 am
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Powerprep Software
Replies: 1
Views: 5788

Right there with you

Hi Vanessa, As far as math goes I am right there with you. I'm not sure what your background in math is like, but here is mine, as well as what I am doing to get ready. When I saw the math in the GMAT, I knew I had a long way to go. I had some issues with math in college as well, so I am taking a co...

by dwilliam

Tue May 22, 2007 5:47 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: first look at GMAT math - scared
Replies: 22
Views: 5912

I think you can make any career switch look good if you spin it the right way. I'm not qualified to give advice, so take it with a grain of salt, but based on my research you are better off than many people. You know that you want to be in accounting, an MBA can help take you there, and you are taki...

by dwilliam

Thu May 03, 2007 3:42 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Low GPA MBA hopes - UCLA or USC Chances?
Replies: 6
Views: 16839

Hi Tim, I read your post and your situation sounds similar to mine, except your GPA is a little higher. I started with Financial Accounting and a spreadsheet class last fall, am taking a Selling for Business Class and Marketing now, and will take Algebra, Calculus, Econ and Statistics in the next ye...

by dwilliam

Thu May 03, 2007 10:27 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Low GPA MBA hopes - UCLA or USC Chances?
Replies: 6
Views: 16839

Thanks for the quick response. Your post is good news. Enterprise was a management training program, and a large focus was teamwork and leadership. I lead several after work "sales schools" for newly hired team members, and a few "grill" review sessions, which is a review for the...

by dwilliam

Wed May 02, 2007 11:06 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Hi Stacy, your opinion would be much appreciated...
Replies: 4
Views: 2264

Thanks

Thank you for the response, and for your candor. I realize I can't change the past, which is why I am putting so much effort into overcoming it. If you have any other reccomendations I would love to hear them. Do schools have a negative impression of prospective students from a sales background? Sal...

by dwilliam

Tue May 01, 2007 4:00 pm
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Hi Stacy, your opinion would be much appreciated...
Replies: 4
Views: 2264

Hi Stacy, your opinion would be much appreciated...

Hi Stacy, I hope all is well. Here is a brief rundown of my case: My dream schools are: University of Chicago, Northwestern, and Michigan, with a backup of Ohio State, or Michigan State. I am pursuing an MBA in marketing to land a job as a brand manager at a large consumer goods company such as Proc...

by dwilliam

Sun Apr 29, 2007 9:01 am
Forum: Ask Stacy Blackman
Topic: Hi Stacy, your opinion would be much appreciated...
Replies: 4
Views: 2264