I spent this past weekend in LA enjoying my very first admit weekend. For the most part, the event played out the way I expected, but there were definitely a few things that I stood out to me, which I’ll highlight in this post. If you’d like a detailed summary, feel free to go to … Read more
As my blog has gotten older, I’ve noticed that a number of fellow MBA bloggers have listed my site on their blogroll. I honestly haven’t been very good about keeping my own blogroll up to date. The GMAT and the admissions process has a way of consuming your life and making you want to enjoy … Read more
I often engage in obsessive compulsive behavior when it comes to preparation. I guess my OCD tendencies helped when I took the GMAT. Anyway, below is my checklist for preparing for an MBA interview. This is intended to include everything outside of the content prepartion. Logistics – Google Maps to and from – Change and … Read more
The following is a guest post by Conrad from 2minute GMAT. Founded in 2009, 2minute GMAT guarantees that you will improve your GMAT score by 50 points or your money back. We send you a unique email every day for 6 months with 10 GMAT Questions of the Day (5 Math and 5 Verbal), a … Read more
A few years ago, I was sitting in a room discussing MBA applications with some consulting peers. At the time, I had not yet decided to go to business school, but most of the others already had and were in the process of applying. One comment struck me with intrigue: “Everyone should apply to Harvard.†… Read more
After a week of goofing around in celebration of my GMAT score, I’ve decided to put my foot down and start the gauntlet of essays in front of me. I feel admittedly hesitant to start my essays, just as I was hesitant to start studying for the GMAT. And I think this is because expectations … Read more
One complaint I’ve always had about admissions consultants is that they can sometimes be too vague with their guidance. This is understandable given that they must cater to a large audience whom may be applying to a number of different schools. However, with a new webinar series, the admissions consultants now have a chance to … Read more
When I graduated from college, I worked for one of the Big 4 consulting firms. From the day we started, we were told that our ultimate goal was to go on to business school and hopefully rejoin the firm. Based on my personal observations, there was not a single consultant, of those who applied, who … Read more
Now that I’m approximately 60 days away from the big day, it’s a good time to reflect on everything I’ve done thus far and make adjustments where needed. I’ve read blogs, reviewed forums, and taken two practice CATs thus far. I’ve also completed six weeks of the Manhattan GMAT Online Live Course. Higher Standards Getting … Read more
I was whining and complaining in my previous post, but it only took a couple of hours for the GMAC to send me my confirmation email. I quickly logged on and set my date for a Friday in October. I saw an opening for a 12:00 spot and decided to take it. If I were … Read more