Comments for GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com A GMAT tutor in NYC discusses standardized tests and MBA admissions Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:00:03 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 Comment on GMAT Focus quirks by GMAT Focus Stinks. « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/26/gmat-focus-quirks/#comment-27 GMAT Focus Stinks. « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Fri, 12 Mar 2010 04:00:03 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=241#comment-27 [...] 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment In a previous post , I gave a qualified endorsement of GMAT Focus, which is a series of 24-question quant tests sold by [...] [...] 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment In a previous post , I gave a qualified endorsement of GMAT Focus, which is a series of 24-question quant tests sold by [...]

]]> Comment on exhausting the OGs: a case study by how to scare your GMAT tutor « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/07/22/a-gmat-case-study/#comment-26 how to scare your GMAT tutor « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:41:33 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=196#comment-26 [...] threw the proverbial kitchen sink at him in an effort to shake things up. As with the venerable Mr. V, it was tough to find material that Mr. P hadn’t seen before, and that always makes life [...] [...] threw the proverbial kitchen sink at him in an effort to shake things up. As with the venerable Mr. V, it was tough to find material that Mr. P hadn’t seen before, and that always makes life [...]

]]> Comment on why rankings are (partially) BS by how much do MBA recommendations matter? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/07/09/why-rankings-are-partially-bs/#comment-25 how much do MBA recommendations matter? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:26:42 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=140#comment-25 [...] with the GMAT only insofar as it impacts their rankings. Unfortunately, GMAT scores are part of some rankings formulas, and, since the rankings are part of a program’s prestige, b-schools are forced to pay [...] [...] with the GMAT only insofar as it impacts their rankings. Unfortunately, GMAT scores are part of some rankings formulas, and, since the rankings are part of a program’s prestige, b-schools are forced to pay [...]

]]> Comment on nobody reads your essays, part II by fun with search engine queries « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/07/02/nobody-reads-your-essays-part-ii/#comment-24 fun with search engine queries « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:59:21 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=135#comment-24 [...] “gmat essays who cares” response: Nobody, really, unless you really embarrass yourself; get something above a 4.0, and you’ll be [...] [...] “gmat essays who cares” response: Nobody, really, unless you really embarrass yourself; get something above a 4.0, and you’ll be [...]

]]> Comment on beware the knockoffs, part I by is GMAT verbal arbitrary and subjective? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/05/28/beware-the-knockoffs/#comment-23 is GMAT verbal arbitrary and subjective? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:52:18 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=112#comment-23 [...] dose of reality, part 2: unless you’re using official GMAT (or LSAT or GRE) material, “knockoff” verbal questions actually ARE completely subjective and arbitrary, at least some of the time. I [...] [...] dose of reality, part 2: unless you’re using official GMAT (or LSAT or GRE) material, “knockoff” verbal questions actually ARE completely subjective and arbitrary, at least some of the time. I [...]

]]> Comment on GMAT Verbal Review 2nd Edition by is GMAT verbal arbitrary and subjective? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/13/gmat-verbal-review-2nd-edition/#comment-22 is GMAT verbal arbitrary and subjective? « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:50:59 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=218#comment-22 [...] my students from touching any verbal material other than that found in the GMAT official guide, the official GMAT verbal review guide, GMATPrep, and official LSAT books. (Manhattan GMAT is an exception of sorts, but I still [...] [...] my students from touching any verbal material other than that found in the GMAT official guide, the official GMAT verbal review guide, GMATPrep, and official LSAT books. (Manhattan GMAT is an exception of sorts, but I still [...]

]]> Comment on exhausting the OGs: a case study by my shortcomings, in plain view « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/07/22/a-gmat-case-study/#comment-21 my shortcomings, in plain view « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:12:01 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=196#comment-21 [...] had a surprising number of hits on my original post about Mr. V, one of my students here in NYC who has worked like crazy to raise his score. Basically, he’s [...] [...] had a surprising number of hits on my original post about Mr. V, one of my students here in NYC who has worked like crazy to raise his score. Basically, he’s [...]

]]> Comment on what? the test-prep industry isn’t totally awesome? by a ridiculous, expensive GMAT myth « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/07/10/test-prep-industry-awesomeness/#comment-20 a ridiculous, expensive GMAT myth « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:57:03 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=191#comment-20 [...] wondering whether something got lost in translation from teacher to GMAT student to tutor. But if a major test-prep company is making blanket statements about A (or D or C or any other letter) being a fundamentally better [...] [...] wondering whether something got lost in translation from teacher to GMAT student to tutor. But if a major test-prep company is making blanket statements about A (or D or C or any other letter) being a fundamentally better [...]

]]> Comment on you got GMAT-ed by GMAT verbal underperformance « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/06/you-got-gmat-ed/#comment-19 GMAT verbal underperformance « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:51:10 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=178#comment-19 [...] And then your score sucks. Why? If you’re not reading very, very carefully, you’ll get GMATed by every verbal question type. Even if you miss just one key word on every other question, [...] [...] And then your score sucks. Why? If you’re not reading very, very carefully, you’ll get GMATed by every verbal question type. Even if you miss just one key word on every other question, [...]

]]> Comment on beware the knockoffs, part I by GMAT verbal underperformance « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/05/28/beware-the-knockoffs/#comment-18 GMAT verbal underperformance « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:51:06 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=112#comment-18 [...] yet, some students rely far too heavily on “knockoff” test-prep material, and you know how I feel about that. It’s outrageously difficult for test-prep companies to accurately copy the nuanced style of [...] [...] yet, some students rely far too heavily on “knockoff” test-prep material, and you know how I feel about that. It’s outrageously difficult for test-prep companies to accurately copy the nuanced style of [...]

]]> Comment on nobody reads your essay, part I by nobody reads your essays, part II « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/06/20/nobody-reads-your-essay-part-i/#comment-17 nobody reads your essays, part II « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Wed, 03 Mar 2010 03:47:57 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=50#comment-17 [...] I wrote about the people who read (or skim) your MBA essays, I claimed that you should strive to make your essay interesting–you want them to read it [...] [...] I wrote about the people who read (or skim) your MBA essays, I claimed that you should strive to make your essay interesting–you want them to read it [...]

]]> Comment on Bio by An MBA application journey, from GMAT prep to acceptance | The MBA Admissions Studio http://gmatninja.com/about/#comment-16 An MBA application journey, from GMAT prep to acceptance | The MBA Admissions Studio Mon, 22 Feb 2010 18:11:37 +0000 #comment-16 [...] realization. June 24, 2009 – Back in the game for another attempt. This was the first time i met Charles – the best tutor in NYC. July, 2009 – Rigorous practice. And this time with tougher materials [...] [...] realization. June 24, 2009 – Back in the game for another attempt. This was the first time i met Charles – the best tutor in NYC. July, 2009 – Rigorous practice. And this time with tougher materials [...]

]]> Comment on Bio by My MBA application journey – From GMAT Prep to Acceptance | B-School Admissions Formula http://gmatninja.com/about/#comment-15 My MBA application journey – From GMAT Prep to Acceptance | B-School Admissions Formula Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:00:24 +0000 #comment-15 [...] June 24, 2009 – Back in the game for another attempt. This was the first time i met Charles – the best tutor in [...] [...] June 24, 2009 – Back in the game for another attempt. This was the first time i met Charles – the best tutor in [...]

]]> Comment on a hearty congratulations by katherinerylie http://gmatninja.com/2010/02/12/a-hearty-congratulations/#comment-14 katherinerylie Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:22:14 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=345#comment-14 Happy Valentines day! Happy Valentines day!

]]> Comment on how much do MBA recommendations matter? by Finding a Relevant Recommendation | TeachStreet Blog http://gmatninja.com/2009/10/24/mba-recommendations/#comment-12 Finding a Relevant Recommendation | TeachStreet Blog Tue, 15 Dec 2009 23:05:09 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=285#comment-12 [...] For more about the importance of recommendations to graduate school admissions commissions read the rest of GMAT ninjas post here. [...] [...] For more about the importance of recommendations to graduate school admissions commissions read the rest of GMAT ninjas post here. [...]

]]> Comment on you got GMAT-ed by how to scare your GMAT tutor « GMAT Ninja (NYC) http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/06/you-got-gmat-ed/#comment-11 how to scare your GMAT tutor « GMAT Ninja (NYC) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:36:25 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=178#comment-11 [...] If you’ve read my blog in the past, you know that I use the term “GMATed” pretty often. It means “the GMAT f**ked me [...] [...] If you’ve read my blog in the past, you know that I use the term “GMATed” pretty often. It means “the GMAT f**ked me [...]

]]> Comment on fun with search engine queries by Charles Bibilos http://gmatninja.com/2009/09/23/fun-with-search-engine-queries/#comment-8 Charles Bibilos Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:22:04 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=266#comment-8 Thanks for that, Randy. Pretty hilarious... especially the "Accident on Fuqua." Maybe somebody is looking for an accidental admit due to clerical error? Thanks for that, Randy. Pretty hilarious… especially the “Accident on Fuqua.” Maybe somebody is looking for an accidental admit due to clerical error?

]]> Comment on fun with search engine queries by Randy Zwitch http://gmatninja.com/2009/09/23/fun-with-search-engine-queries/#comment-7 Randy Zwitch Wed, 23 Sep 2009 13:18:06 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=266#comment-7 Ran across your blog throught the tag surfer... Fully agree with you on the bizarre searches! I'm at Fuqua, and my favorites are: "Fuqua GMAT" and "590/600/620/640/650" Ummm, you *could* get in, but I wouldn't bet it all on being the guy with the minimum GMAT score who squeaks by! "Duke Fuqua MBA easy" Guess that depends on who you are, but why spend the money looking for the easiest path to a degree? "Accident on Fuqua" Use your local traffic service! Ran across your blog throught the tag surfer…

Fully agree with you on the bizarre searches! I’m at Fuqua, and my favorites are:

“Fuqua GMAT” and “590/600/620/640/650″

Ummm, you *could* get in, but I wouldn’t bet it all on being the guy with the minimum GMAT score who squeaks by!

“Duke Fuqua MBA easy”

Guess that depends on who you are, but why spend the money looking for the easiest path to a degree?

“Accident on Fuqua”

Use your local traffic service!

]]> Comment on you got GMAT-ed by teamlram http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/06/you-got-gmat-ed/#comment-6 teamlram Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:21:07 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=178#comment-6 I completely agree. Growing up in the US, I feel like I always approach situations with a "if I work really hard, I can get it" attitude, but a test like the GMAT can be a roadblock to some people. Glad admission counselors consider a lot more than standardized exam scores. Hope Mr. V gets into the MBA program of his choice! I completely agree. Growing up in the US, I feel like I always approach situations with a “if I work really hard, I can get it” attitude, but a test like the GMAT can be a roadblock to some people.

Glad admission counselors consider a lot more than standardized exam scores. Hope Mr. V gets into the MBA program of his choice!

]]> Comment on you got GMAT-ed by Charles Bibilos http://gmatninja.com/2009/08/06/you-got-gmat-ed/#comment-5 Charles Bibilos Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:02:37 +0000 http://gmatninja.com/?p=178#comment-5 Don't get too worried... everybody is different, and some people just don't do too well with the GMAT's crazy phrasing. Sadly, all of the studying in the world won't be enough for some people on this test. For other people, a minimal amount of preparation is enough for a 700. It isn't really fair at all. Honestly, the GMAT makes it awfully tough for some brilliant, qualified people to get into the programs they deserve. There are ways to overcome a mediocre GMAT score (great experience + amazing essays + tolerable GMAT = acceptance letters), but it's always painful to watch talented people study like crazy for the GMAT... and still fall short of their goals. Don’t get too worried… everybody is different, and some people just don’t do too well with the GMAT’s crazy phrasing. Sadly, all of the studying in the world won’t be enough for some people on this test. For other people, a minimal amount of preparation is enough for a 700.

It isn’t really fair at all. Honestly, the GMAT makes it awfully tough for some brilliant, qualified people to get into the programs they deserve. There are ways to overcome a mediocre GMAT score (great experience + amazing essays + tolerable GMAT = acceptance letters), but it’s always painful to watch talented people study like crazy for the GMAT… and still fall short of their goals.

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