How to train yourself to solve GRE Reading Comprehension problems

Deciphering a tricky word problem on the GRE Quant (Problem walkthrough): Word problems on the GRE Quant can trick you, but we're here to help. Priya Bhatia, a tutor at The MBA Exchange, has been teaching and tutoring math for 17 years and the GRE/GMAT for the last 9 years. In this episode, Priya walks us through a GRE pro... by GRE Snacks

24 min listen

GRE Verbal: How to diagnose Reading Comprehension question types and get them right: With Reading Comprehension questions on the GRE Verbal, the hardest part is figuring out what the question is actually looking for. In this episode, Brian Prestia, owner of Reason Test Prep with 20 years of GRE tutoring experience, shares his tips fo... by GRE Snacks

30 min listen

Reasoning and diagnosing problems on the GRE: Reasoning, problem solving, and critical thinking are crucial skills for the GRE and the key thing that differentiates GRE questions from other tests you might have taken. In this episode, Brian Prestia, owner of Reason Test Prep with 20 years of GRE... by GRE Snacks

21 min listen

How to cut through ambiguity on GRE Reading Comprehension: Reading Comprehension problems on the GRE give you a lot of answers that sound right, but only one answer can be right. In this episode, Brian Prestia, owner of Reason Test Prep with 20 years of GRE tutoring experience, shares his philosophy for tack... by GRE Snacks

19 min listen

Deep dive on Argument questions on the GRE Verbal Reasoning section: The Argument questions in the GRE Verbal are some of the most difficult in the exam. In this episode, Brian Prestia, owner of Reason Test Prep with 20 years of GRE tutoring experience, takes us on a deep dive through Argument questions in the GRE Ver... by GRE Snacks

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Transition from GMAT 710 to GRE 333: In this episode, we interview Deepesh, an Indian student who had received conditional admission offer from IMD's MBA program and had a challenge to get a high test score within the designated timeframe. Deepesh had the choice of taking either GMAT or GRE. He decided to take the GMAT exam and scored 680 in his first attempt. Hoping to improve his GMAT score in next attempts, he continued his study for the GMAT only to find out in subsequent attempts that he was not making any significant progress on the GMAT. Soon he realized that GRE was a better option for him and switched to GRE preparation and scored 333/340 in the very first attempt. In this session, we uncover Deepesh's GMAT & GRE preparation journey, his test taking experience, motivations for MBA, etc. by THE GMAT Club Podcast

59 min listen

Tips for guessing on the GRE: Sometimes, you don't know the answer to a GRE problem. When that happens, how do you maximize the chances that you guess correctly? Matt Roy is the founder of GuideToGRE, a longtime dedicated GRE tutor, and author of Achievable's GRE course. In this ... by GRE Snacks

11 min listen

How to study GRE vocab, including Word Groups, Word Lists, Grouping Method, and more: You need to master your GRE vocab lists to make sure you aren't stumped on GRE Verbal problems, but what's the most efficient way to do so? In this episode, Brian Prestia, owner of Reason Test Prep with 20 years of GRE tutoring experience, shares mul... by GRE Snacks

21 min listen

What to do when you don’t get the GRE or GMAT score you wanted, and how to fix it: Often times, when you take the GRE or GMAT, you have a score in mind. What do you do if you don't get that score? Oren Margolis is the founder of Pinetree & Palm Consulting, which he started after spending 6 years working in admissions at NYU and... by GRE Snacks

20 min listen

You don’t need to answer every question on the GRE for a great score: Getting a great GRE score requires perfection, right? You at least have to try to answer every question, right?? Yuri and Seth are partners at TestCrackers and have tutored thousands of students on the GRE. In this episode, they share something count... by GRE Snacks

20 min listen

Applying to MBA programs: Timeline and step-by-step walkthrough: Want a walkthrough of the whole MBA admissions process? You're in luck! Candy Lee LaBalle is the founder of LaBalle Admissions, and has been working in MBA admissions consulting for 16 years. Her mission is to take the mystery and misery out of the M... by GRE Snacks

30 min listen

What to look for in a GRE tutor: Most GRE tutors claim to be experts, have a 4.5 to 5 star rating, and tons of glowing reviews - so how do you pick the one that will actually be the best for you? Matt Roy is the founder of GuideToGRE, a longtime dedicated GRE tutor, and author of Ac... by GRE Snacks

15 min listen

How to make the most of the week leading up to the test: Your GRE is in a week - what can you do in that last week to maximize your score? Travis Minor is the founder and CEO of Open Door Education, a tutoring and test prep firm with over a decade of tutoring experience across SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT... by GRE Snacks

17 min listen

The Simplify Strategy for solving GRE Quantitative Comparison problems - with four examples: Quantitative Comparison questions are one of the most difficult question types on the GRE Quant. In this episode, Yuri Gottesman, partner at TestCrackers with thousands of students tutored, shares their excellent Simplify Strategy for solving this tr... by GRE Snacks

30 min listen

How I Scored GMAT Focus 775(100 percentile) in 6 Weeks with no Course!: Hank, a professional working in the gaming industry, scored 775 in his recent GMAT Focus test. With 6 weeks of GMAT Focus Study and extensive use of Official guide and GMAT club resources, Hank managed to score the perfect 100 percentile score on the GMAT. In this GMAT success story podcast, we will understand his gmat preparation strategy and study plan in detail. by THE GMAT Club Podcast

58 min listen

Five simple principles for effective preparation for just about any test, including the GRE: What are the best practices for preparing for a standardized test, including the GRE? Travis Minor is the founder and CEO of Open Door Education, a tutoring and test prep firm with over a decade of tutoring experience across SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, and ... by GRE Snacks

29 min listen

How to use speed reading to improve your GRE score: Time is of the essence on the GRE, and minimizing the time you spend reading can help you improve your score. That's the promise that Bara Sapir, founder of MindFlow Speed Reading and City Test Prep, shares with our audience. In this episode, she exp... by GRE Snacks

19 min listen

How to take a great GRE practice test: You should practice for the GRE. You knew that. But how do you practice in a way that ensures you're prepared on test day? Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning, which was founded in 2009, and tens of thousands of students use his material... by GRE Snacks

15 min listen

You don’t need to answer every question on the GRE for a great score: Most of us are used to tests in school, where to get an A, you have to answer every question correctly. But on the GRE, you don't! In fact, you can get a 160+ score without answering every question, let alone correctly. Testcrackers founders Yuri Got... by GRE Snacks

20 min listen

Time management on the GRE with specific tips for the Quant and Verbal sections: Managing your time well on the GRE can be THE difference between a good and great score. In this podcast with Charles Bibilos, CEO and GMAT / GRE tutor at GMAT Ninja, Charles shares his tips for time management for both the GRE Quant and GRE Verbal s... by GRE Snacks

14 min listen

What test is best for MBA admissions: the GRE, GMAT, or EA?: When applying to MBA programs, there are three commonly used test options: the GRE, the GMAT, and the EA (Executive Assessment). Lindsay Sage is the founder of Sage Admit, a boutique MBA admissions consulting firm she founded after working at NYU Ste... by GRE Snacks

27 min listen

New GRE vs. GMAT Focus - how the tests compare: With the new shorter GRE and the GMAT Focus, which test should you take? Erfun Guela is the founder of GRE Compass, authored a GRE prep book with over 100,000 sales, and has 15 years of GRE and GMAT tutoring experience. In this episode, Erfun shares ... by GRE Snacks

25 min listen

The four step process to solving GRE Quantitative Comparison questions: Quantitative Comparison problems are one of the trickiest question types on the GRE Quant section because they typically ask you to deduce an answer logically rather than solve a problem. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros, and has been ... by GRE Snacks

22 min listen

How to create a peak performance mindset for your GRE exam: Your mindset can make a huge difference in your GRE score. In this episode, Bara Sapir, founder of MindFlow Speed Reading and City Test Prep, explains how powerful mindset is for performance activities - including high-stakes exams - and how to creat... by GRE Snacks

21 min listen

The problem with typical MBA admissions essay advice: Candy Lee LaBalle is the founder of LaBalle Admissions, and has been working in MBA admissions consulting for 16 years. She has beef with the typical MBA admissions essay advice that you see online. In this episode, Candy shares why she dislikes a lo... by GRE Snacks

33 min listen

S1E5: Amy Mitson, Tuck Business School Director of Admissions by Strategy Simplified

59 min listen

Going to a business school as an international candidate: Getting into and then attending US MBA programs as an international student comes with its own set of challenges - as if business school wasn't hard enough! Karthik Rajeswaran is the owner of MBALink, the premier MBA consultancy in Singapore. In this... by GRE Snacks

29 min listen

GRE vs. GMAT for business schools: Should you take the GRE or GMAT when applying to MBA programs? Jayson Weingarten, Senior College Admissions Consultant at Ivy Coach and a former UPenn admissions officer, has helped hundreds of prospective MBA candidates navigate this decision. In th... by GRE Snacks

27 min listen

How long should GRE prep last?: From start to finish, how long should you plan to study for the GRE, and how should you structure your practice schedule? Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning, which was founded in 2009, and tens of thousands of students use his materials... by GRE Snacks

17 min listen

What you can do to write MBA admissions essays that put your best foot forward: MBA admissions officers read a lot of essays, so how can you write one that actually makes a difference? Amit Kapur is the CFO and Senior Storyteller at Sparrey Consulting, which focuses on career consulting including MBA admissions. In this episode,... by GRE Snacks

18 min listen

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