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New to the GMAT? Or are you stuck and not improving? In this video, Charles lays out a clear, efficient way to start your GMAT studies the right way.

You’ll learn when to take your first official practice test; how to interpret your results; set the right GMAT score target; choose between self-study, courses, or tutoring; and avoid burnout and test anxiety.

You’ll learn:
➡️ Why your first practice test should be official and nearly “cold”
➡️ How to calculate distance to your target using school medians
➡️ Typical score improvement (~30 points) and what bigger jumps really take
➡️ When to consider GRE or Executive Assessment instead of GMAT
➡️ How to pick a study method: self-study vs on-demand course vs live course vs tutoring
➡️ Why you should prioritize official questions over third-party questions
➡️ The no-binge rule: high-quality hours beat marathon sessions
➡️ Smart use of limited official practice tests (don’t waste them!)
➡️ Spotting red flags (plateaus, careless errors, anxiety) and when to get help

Who this helps:
➡️ Absolute beginners plotting a path forward for the first time
➡️ Self-studers who feel stuck or overwhelmed
➡️ Re-starters who need a focused plan that saves time

If you need tailored guidance or help diagnosing a plateau, get in touch at gmatninja.com.

Good luck, and study smart!
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Take an official practice test at MBA.com
03:05 What score do you REALLY need?
04:11 How screwed are you?
06:00 Should you try the GRE or EA?
06:44 Choosing between self-study, a course, or tutoring
09:16 Prioritize official questions...and don't binge on them
11:21 Use practice tests wisely
12:51 Avoiding pain and stress on the GMAT