What is the best way to practice for your standardized test? It seems like a simple and straightforward question, but in reality there are a lot of different ways to structure your study sessions. The two most effective are block training, where you focus on one topic at a time until you master it, and random training, where you work on multiple disciplines within the same practice session. Is one method more effective than the other for your test-day results?

In this episode, Brett sheds light on this important question by relating insights from an NBA assistant coach, who has seen how block vs. random practice plays out on game day at the highest levels of athletic performance. Brett delineates key differences between block and random practice and explains that each has a different objective, and that they need to work together to build toward maximizing your test-day performance. Brett explains precisely how to balance block and random practice as you progress in your test preparation and shares an important tip for effective time management as well.

Your study sessions should be intentional and follow a proven methodology that produces results. By the end of this episode, you'll have a better understanding of what that looks like and how to implement it.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Article: Ideal Pacing Strategy for the Executive Assessment
2. Video: The Learning Curve of Testing Mastery - When to Expect Breakthrough!

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When you're applying to business school, you will almost certainly have to take one of these standardized tests as part of the application process: the GMAT Exam, the GRE, or the Executive Assessment (EA). The question becomes, which one?

In this conversation excerpted from Brett's recent appearance on MBA Waves, Brett breaks down the key differences between the three exams, explores which exam is best for which type of applicant, discusses the mindset you should adopt when starting to prepare for your exam, and shares the reasons you absolutely should NOT choose one test over another. He even lets slip which exam he would opt for if given the choice!

There's no need to stress about which exam to take. After listening to this wide-ranging conversation about the GMAT, GRE, and EA, we're confident that you will have a clear sense of the key decision points and a firm understanding of your next steps as you prepare to dominate your test.


RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Get a feel for the different types of questions on each exam with Dominate Test Prep's free trial offers: https://www.dominatetestprep.com/free-trial-options
2. Follow MBA Waves on YouTube for more great content about business and MBA admissions
3. Connect with Bara Sapir
4. Connect with Krithika Srinivasan

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4. Episode 42: GMAT vs. GRE for MBA Admissions

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June 2024 was the last LSAT with Logic Games. Love 'em or hate 'em, Logic Games were a huge part of the LSAT exam and a right of passage for many a law school candidate — and they are no more. RIP, Games. So what does this mean for you? What does the new version of the LSAT look like moving forward? How should you prepare for it? With Logic Games being replaced by a second Logical Reasoning section, how can you learn to love LR and get a great score on test day? We're joined by LSAT expert Dave Hall, LSAT instructor at Dominate Test Prep and founder of Velocity LSAT, to break it all down for you. The only constant is change, as they say, and this change to the LSAT presents a great opportunity for you to separate yourself from your peers by preparing effectively for the new-look LSAT. Dave is here to tell you how.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Free Logical Reasoning Lesson: "Introduction to Conditional Reasoning + Practical Applications for the LSAT"
2. Get Started with LawHub - An extensive library of Official LSAT PrepTests
3. Prepare for the LSAT with Dave Hall's comprehensive LSAT Prep Course (Month-to-Month Access) - https://www.velocitylsat.com/offers/NRLpWowX
4. Prepare for the LSAT with Dave Hall's comprehensive LSAT Prep Course (4 Months Access) - https://www.velocitylsat.com/offers/LzTwauXZ
5. Prepare for the LSAT with Dave Hall's comprehensive LSAT Prep Course (12 Months Access) - https://www.velocitylsat.com/offers/Qjs3WYgG

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3. Episode 4: On the New Digital LSAT (and a Good Ham Sandwich), with Dave Hall

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On February 1, 2024, the “old” GMAT is going away and the new GMAT Focus Edition is the version of the business school entrance exam that MBA hopefuls will take as part of the admission process moving forward. In this episode we take a deep-dive look a the new GMAT exam from a psychometric standpoint, meaning the intellectual abilities and skills GMAT Focus tests and the psychological traits built into the makeup of the exam.

Specifically, we analyze the GMAT Focus Edition on five fronts:

1. Why the changing business school landscape necessitated a rethinking of the GMAT exam and how the GMAC meets the needs of business schools with GMAT Focus
2. How the GMAC ensured the validity and reliability of the GMAT Focus Edition despite reducing the number of questions
3. Key differences between the GMAT Focus Edition and the legacy GMAT that renders GMAT Focus a very different test (note: it’s not just a shorter GMAT)
4. Understanding the new GMAT Focus scoring algorithm and how to compare scores to the old GMAT
5. The new Review & Edit feature of GMAT Focus and how to maximize it from a test-taking standpoint (hint: be very careful about changing your answers!)

While we geek out a bit when talking about certain features of the GMAT Focus Edition, we always bring it back to what it means for you as a test-taker in terms of being able to get more right answers on test day. If you’re planning to take GMAT Focus, you’ll have a much better understanding of what you’re in store for after listening to this episode. If you’re an MBA admissions officer or consultant, you’ll have a better feel for what the GMAT Focus Edition measures, how it compares to the old GMAT, and how to think about a student’s score when evaluating their application.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Article: "Equating GMAT Focus vs GMAT Scoring Scales"
2. Take the guesswork out of preparing for the GMAT Focus Edition with the industry's top-rated Complete GMAT Focus Prep Course (fully updated and specifically designed for the GMAT Focus Edition)

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1. Episode 65: Initial Thoughts on the New GMAT Focus Edition, with Barbara Coward
2. Episode 50: What Good are Standardized Tests Anyway?
3. Episode 42: GMAT vs. GRE for MBA Admissions

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The Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT), the granddaddy of all standardized tests, is finally joining the digital age. International students have already been able to take the SAT on a computer; as of March 2024, the new Digital SAT will permanently replace pencil-and-paper exams worldwide. The SAT is evolving — and that's a good thing says Mike Bergin, President & Owner of Chariot Learning. Mike joins this episode to help us prepare for this brave new world of college admissions testing. We discuss:

• Why the SAT has finally decided to go digital, and what it means for you as a test taker
• Logistics of the online exam, including devices you're allowed to use and software you'll need to install before test day
• The new section-adaptive scoring algorithm, how it differs from the current linear paper test, and test-taking strategies to maximize the new section flow
• Substantive differences between the Digital SAT and the legacy SAT, especially with regard to reading comprehension passages and the reintroduction of vocabulary
• Recommended resources for preparing for the Digital SAT
• And more!

The only constant in life is change, as they say. But change doesn't have to be scary. Indeed, once you fully understand how the new Digital SAT works and what you're in store for on test day, you can fully embrace this change and dominate your performance on test day. After learning from Mike in this episode, you'll be able to do just that.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Digital SAT from the official College Board SAT site
2. Free SAT Prep from Khan Academy
3. Personalized SAT Prep with Mike Bergin via Chariot Learning
4. Connect with Mike Bergin on LinkedIn
5. Essential SAT Math Strategies - video course from Dominate Test Prep

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1. Episode 40: Proven Principles of Perfect Practice, with Mike Bergin
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3. Episode 41: SAT vs. ACT for College Admissions, with Amy Seeley
4. Episode 48: Planning Your Campus Visits, with Mary Lanni

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There are a number of ways to prepare for your standardized test, one of which is to hire a tutor. Is going the tutoring route right for you? If so, how can you choose a tutor that’s the best fit for your particular learning style?

In this episode we explore key aspects of effective tutoring with MyGuru founder Mark Skoskiewicz. Specifically, we discuss:

• The type of student tutoring is ideally suited for
• The type of student who might be better off with a course, self-study, or another form of test prep
• Characteristics of an effective tutor
• The roles and responsibilities of the student to get the most out of tutoring
• The true value of a tutor (hint: it’s not their hourly rate)
• The benefits of online vs. in-person tutoring
• Four questions you should ask when vetting a tutor
• And more!

Whether you already know you want to work with a tutor or you’re still in the early stages of preparing for your exam, Mark’s perspective on what it takes to succeed on a high-stakes test will serve you well as you decide on the best approach to your prep.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Peak Performance, by Brad Stulberg and Steve Magness
2. Learn more about MyGuru's tutoring options
3. Dominate your test with the help of our industry-leading prep courses

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1. Episode 56: How to Use Practice Tests (and What to Avoid), with Vinay Narang
2. Episode 25: How to Find the Motivation to Study
3. Episode 5: Test Mastery Part 1: The Success Triad + Time Management Tips

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Getting an MBA is challenging under the best of circumstances. When you’re a mother of two, that adds an extra layer of complexity. And if you choose a business school in another country where classes are conducted in your non-native language? Well, some would say you’re a glutton for punishment!

But that’s exactly the path that Yurany Hernandez chose — and she has found the experience to be incredibly rewarding. Yurany, who hails from Colombia and is finishing up her degree at NYU Stern School of Business, share’s her story including practical strategies for other mothers and international students trying to juggle the demands of business school in pursuit of their dreams. As Yurany says, “If I can do it, anyone can do it!”


RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Connect with Yurany Hernandez on LinkedIn
2. Dominate your test with the help of our industry-leading prep courses

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3. Episode 28: The Value of an MBA, with Tim Munyon

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Big changes are coming to the main standardized test you need to take when applying for an MBA, and we're here to break it down for you. Specifically, the GMAC announced that it will be replacing the GMAT, which has been the gold standard exam for students pursuing an advanced business degree for nearly 70 years, with a new version of the test called the GMAT Focus Edition. We're joined in this episode by Barbara Coward, founder of MBA 360 Admissions, to dissect this monumental news. Specifically, we discuss:

• Why now
• What's on the new exam, and how it differs from the current GMAT
• Why a shorter exam doesn't necessarily mean an easier exam
• The timeline for the rollout of the new GMAT Focus Edition
• The mindset of admissions officers, and how this new version may better help them assess the best candidates for their programs
• What this change suggests about the future landscape of business education
• What MBA candidates can be doing now if they think they'll be taking the new version of the GMAT
• And more!

As we learn more about the specific details of the exam, we'll update you here on the podcast and via e-mail as well. You can opt-in for those updates HERE.

RESOURCES / LINKS

1. Be the first to know! Sign up for timely updates about the new GMAT Focus Edition exam, straight to your inbox.
2. Connect with Barbara Coward of MBA 360 Admissions for a complimentary 15-minute consultation.
3. Prepare for your standardized test — including the GMAT Focus Edition — with one of Dominate Test Prep's comprehensive prep courses.

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2. Episode 57: How to Prepare for the Executive Assessment
3. Episode 61: Priorities if You're Short on Study Time
4. Episode 28: The Value of an MBA, with Tim Munyon

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