I achieved a 760 GMAT the first time I took the test. My strong suits are Verbal Reasoning and Analytical Writing.

Hi there! My name is Avi and I have taught the GMAT/GRE for 18 years. More importantly, I have written actual questions for the test and know the hidden patterns and strategies that I can teach you in order to be successful. For those who have math anxiety and/or test taking anxiety in general, I also address the psychological aspects of the test. My students are typically ones who are targeting the top schools and need a score in the 90th percentile and above. In my years teaching standardized tests, what I have found important is to provide students with a clear and customized syllabus of exactly what they ought to be doing between our private sessions. I do that using my own materials that I have written and developed. This means you will be practicing with realistic GMAT questions that reflect what you will see on the actual exam, NOT random busy work. I also specialize in Math 'Fraidy Cats. Been a while since you took a math course? Are you terrified at the prospect of seeing horrific words such as 'fractions' or 'algebra'? Rest easy...I teach GMAT/GRE strategy, NOT math. With my approach, you won't have to revisit four years of high school math. The verbal is an equally diabolical section with plenty of strategies I have devised over my years crafting questions for the exam and teaching them to my students. Have you already tried studying on your own but find yourself just spinning your wheels? The GMAT is a sophisticated exams that take an expert to show you the game they're playing. I not only teach you the strategies to succeed; we also address test taking anxiety (a real thing!), how to pace and time yourself, as well as a structured plan to study so you don't have to wonder what to do between our sessions. I am more than a GMAT tutor. Check my reviews on Leland and Yelp. I am a relationship-driven partner, and when you cross that GMAT finish line with your 725, I'll be the first to meet you with a big hug and a hearty congrats! I can't wait to help you reach your goal score. P.S. A note about my prices. They are non-negotiable. I am not the cheapest GMAT/GRE tutor. I know that. There are other tutors that compete on price. I don't. I compete on quality. Top scores for ambitious students looking to crack the 700+ land, and gain admission to M7 programs. Please note, my schedule fills up rather quickly, especially between the months of August and April (application season), so reach out and I will tell you if I am taking on more clients. Best to all of you!! -Avi

98% Scorer with admit to multiple T10 MBA programs. Have tons of insights and notes, happy to share. For coaching (12 Week Program with initial diagnostic test)

I got 4.0 in undergrad but I am not a standardized test taker. I studied for the GMAT for 1 year and wasted a ton of time studying the wrong thing. But, I managed to go from a 530 to a 730 (Q49) within 2 months of focused, guided effort from a coach and want to share that knowledge with you. The practice exam before my final test was a 760.

As a GMAT coach, I am qualified to help clients achieve their target scores and gain admission to their desired MBA programs. I have extensive experience working with clients to improve their GMAT scores. I have a deep understanding of the GMAT exam, including the content, structure, and scoring, as well as strategies to help clients approach the exam with confidence and clarity. Additionally, I stay up-to-date on the latest trends and developments in the GMAT and MBA admissions landscape, so I can provide my clients with the most current and effective coaching possible. With my personalized approach, expert guidance, and commitment to my clients' success, I am confident that I can help anyone achieve their GMAT goals.

GMAT Test-Taking & MBA Coaching • Scored in the highest percentile (99th) of GMAT test-takers, but more importantly I've honed my ability to help others extrapolate top test-testing strategies in the areas they're weakest • Stanford MBA with experience coaching multiple admits to Stanford GSB, HBS and all other M7, plus INSEAD, Haas, and more (see >20 Leland reviews) CAREER • Prior to Stanford, I worked on the Policy Team for the Chicago Mayor's Office under Mayor Rahm Emanuel, focusing on 5G infrastructure policy, criminal justice policy, and citywide corporate/economic development deals • Before policy, worked at McKinsey & Co , with casework focused on job training for the formerly incarcerated and workforce development for at-risk youth • PE / VC / Startup Advising | After Stanford, worked in Bain's Private Equity Group on various due diliegences, managed deals with several venture capital firms, and advised multiple startups on growth and go-to-market strategy

I know all about standardized testing, having earned a perfect 805 on the new GMAT in addition to perfect scores on the ACT and the Math & Reading sections of the SAT. I have a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and Applied Math from Johns Hopkins University and I currently work as a Product Manager in New York City. In addition to having tutored math and standardized tests throughout high school and college, I am a mentor to high school students through Minds Matter and participate in Pro Bono projects at work. As a coach, I believe that understanding the structure of the test itself is as important as knowing the content tested. I'm an enthusiastic and patient teacher who will work with you to develop a studying and testing approach that best fits your learning style.

Tests do not only measure what you know, they also measure how well you take tests. Ensuring you address all the aspects of test-taking success - content mastery - test-taking strategy - optimal mindset - time management ...will help you perform your best and score your highest. At our work at City Test Prep, we bring decades of experience to GMAT preparation, leveraging our extensive work with standardized tests. Since 2005, we’ve empowered students to not only master test content and test-taking strategy, which are at the core of your learning, but also, to become resilient, confident, and adaptive test-takers. My journey began with in-depth tutoring at The Princeton Review, followed by years of dedicated solopreneurship, and the establishment of City Test Prep in 2005. We understand that factors like test anxiety, pressure, and self-doubt can significantly impact scores as does timing. Drawing on techniques rooted in mindfulness, visualization, life coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, and even sound therapy, we’ve built a unique toolbox that gives students practical strategies to stay calm, clear-headed, and confident under timed conditions. Our mindset approach is similar to the training high-performing athletes receive from sports psychologists, customized specifically for test-takers. We guide students through a personalized study process that includes both content mastery and critical test-taking strategies like speed reading, time management, and mindset. Our offerings include the 'Full Potential Manual' and the GMAT Sentence Correction Intensive, as well as our signature MindFlow speed reading program, a mindful system designed to improve time efficiency. With these comprehensive resources, we enable our students to achieve exceptional results, which may be a full overhaul or just afew hours of individualized targeted coaching.

I scored 600 on my first GMAT practice test and scored 770 when I took the real exam. Acing the GMAT requires a thoughtful strategy. I will help you identify where to invest your time and partner with you from start to finish. My proven approach has worked for many others, and it will work for you!

Have you used every available resource and are still unable to achieve your desired score? Have you been studying for a while but haven't seen any progress? I can relate to how you are feeling. I've been there before. I began preparing for the GMAT in 2014. I got a 250 on my first try despite not knowing where or how to begin. Years went by with no guidance or mentorship. Something clicked in 2020, and I finally discovered what worked. I went from a 250 to a 780! No, it didn't take me six years to figure it out. In fact, I had been studying on and off for quite some time. I was hopeless and convinced that I was not good or smart enough. Believe me, I understand how you feel. Since then, I've worked with hundreds of students to help them conquer their GMAT test anxiety. There are numerous factors involved in this. It's a shift in perspective. My most recent students raised their scores by more than 400 points. Let me assist you in achieving your goal score so you can concentrate on your applications. I'm excited to collaborate with you!