how to ovrecome time issues

[harshasajnani88]

Hi,
I have taken the GMAT twice and ducked- 500, then 480..
I am trying to study again, checked Rons videos for some topics etc, but I am yet feeling ot demotivated to start. I had last taken the test in the end of nov 2012. I am now starting with the Manhattan strategy guides, but my speed is yet a very big issue..

Please help as to how do I go about it. I see more problem in sitting at a stretch and DS and CR seem to be too problematic to finish in time. I fail to understand the CR only due to time constraints. How do I go about it. Earlier I had used Kaplan material but found it too uncomfortable. MGMAT covers more relevant questions but how to deal with time constraints, specially in CR and DS.

Pls help.

[StaceyKoprince]

Start with these two articles:

http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... to-win-it/
http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... nt-part-1/

Note: the second one is a 2-parter; make sure to read both parts.

It's going to take some time to really tackle these issues - most people need a good 4-6 weeks to see real progress in this area.

The other half of this is getting more comfortable with the necessary strategies for answering the various question types, but it sounds like you're already on track for that (you've identified some new resources and are starting to use them).

For DS, also look here (these lessons are discussed in class but aren't really shown in one place in the books):
http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... -Problems/
http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... questions/

And, of course, continue to make use of the forums! Read explanations, ask questions yourself, etc. Make sure to try to explain your own reasoning and what you did / didn't do and understand. Don't just post a problem and ask "What do I do?" The more the teacher understands your own thinking / process, the better that teacher can help you.

Good luck!