List of 2008 successful students that I have helped:
Tanya(710), Shoaib(730), Eme(770), June(710), Peter(710), Matt(750), Chris(760), Shannon(700), Adam(760), Katy(700), Damien(760)
My students are my ultimate testimonials and I would be happy to give their references to anyone who would like to speak to them.
I am available to help you do well on the Quantitative section of GMAT. I have a graduate degree in engineering with a strong background in mathematics. I scored a 100% on the Quantitative part (Q51, 99%+)in a recent GMAT test (overall 750). The teaching will focus on fundamentals and really understanding the concepts needed to do well. I don't teach shortcuts, back solving, or other inane techniques taught by test prep companies, these techniques have a place but only as a last resort. In GMAT if one wants to do really well, then the most important thing is to understand the basics inside out. The real challenge in the test is to tackle unfamiliar situations that always seems strange at first, but are quite easy once one is able to twist and mold the problem. Most test prep courses are a joke and if you don't believe it then ask students who have taken the courses or check some of the online forums on GMAT preparation.
I am a full time tutor based in San Francisco and I am available to help students who would like to work with me via Web Conferencing software. I would be happy to provide you with the contacts of my present and past students to confirm my credentials. You are more than welcome to have a no cost trial session, you will be amazed by how much you can learn in 2 hours of one-on-one tutoring.
Unique things I offer:
* Personalized problem sets on topics that a student is encountering difficulty.
* Practice questions that reflect the content that is being tested by the current test writers.
* Notes and advanced concepts typically missing in the run of the mill test prep books.
* Emphasis on fundamentals and core concepts and actually teaching the material.
* Structured study plans for students who are in early stages of preparation.
* Targeted sessions on advanced topics for students aiming for 700+ score.
* Tons of practice material with focus on quality.
I have also attached testimonials of students that I have tutored in person in the Bay Area, please let me know if you have any more questions.
Thanks,
Dabral
Online Tutoring Testimonials
Eme:
I am generally a good test taker and so would not usually consider
getting an exam tutor, but Dabral was so enthusiastically recommended by
a friend of mine that I decided to contact him. And having completed a
course of sessions with him, and achieved a GMAT score in the 99th
percentile, I can appreciate why my friend was so keen I should use him.
Particularly as I work full-time at a demanding job, it was so useful to
have sessions with questions and problem sets chosen to suit my
individual ability level and problem areas, and clear explanations of
what to expect on the exam and how to tackle any types of the maths
problems, as opposed to the study guides I had previously used which try
to pitch to all types of students, but cannot really be the ideal level
or format for everyone. Dabral's help has been invaluable, and I in turn
intend to recommend him to any friends considering the GMAT.
Sala:
When I first took the GMAT, I thought I was very well prepared because I had been studying for 8 months. When I saw my score at the end of the exam I was devastated. I had received a 490. I scored a 33 on the quantitative. I rescheduled for the exam and I realized 3 weeks before I was to take it again, that I needed better guidance. That's when I found Dabral. I was little nervous prior to our first meeting because our tutoring sessions were limited to online only. Dabral and I lived in different time zones. After the first session, I was so grateful to have found Dabral. He showed me very useful methods in tackling the GMAT quantitative questions. I realized that I really didn't know what the questions were asking. Dabral showed me several ways the exam would ask a certain question. We stuck with what I was having trouble with because the exam was less than three weeks away. The day of the exam, I thought about Dabral and his methods and I wound up walking out with a 670 (Q45). The GMAT is difficult but doable. Thank you Dabral.
Janice: With my busy schedule and distance from the north bay, it would've been very difficult for me to get the tutoring I needed and within the short time window I had. Dabral was flexible enough to provide live, online tutoring sessions via web-conferencing. This format was not only convenient, but it didn't hinder his ability to instruct and get his point across. Each question/problem that he scribbled out was shared in real-time and also captured and saved. It was extremely helpful for me to have a soft copy of our sessions so I could later go back and reference it.
Previously, I had taken an in-person Kaplan class and did self-study using the Princeton Review and Official GMAT Guides. The tutoring sessions with Dabral were, by far, the most useful. He covered materials that were not covered in any materials I had encountered. I was disappointed to see that the "pros" hadn't thought to cover the topics that Dabral had.
Dabral was very professional, friendly, and clearly a subject matter expert. Anyone considering the GMAT should first get tutoring from Dabral before they waste money on those other standard courses that have little value compared to what Dabral can offer.
Silvia: Dabral is a wonderful tutor. He is extremely knowledgeable and knows to communicate really well. Dabral provided me with questions specifically tailored to my needs. Dabral was always courteous and very professional. Dabral really teaches you the math concepts, not just shortcuts to “get-by” on the test; Dabral really makes you think. I would recommend Dabral to anyone not just interested in performing well on the GMAT but also in truly understanding the concepts. I did not have previous experience as in-person tutor, but I can tell the quality of online sessions were fantastic. I never thought I was "lost" without actually seeing the tutor. Dabral made the online sessions perfectly easy to follow and the objectives were always met. The fact that I was in a different state was never a problem. The key is to have a great tutor as is Dabral. Finally, Dabral is a tutor who really cares for his students and that speaks highly about him.
Michelle: Dabral's explanations are very clear and thorough. He
gives many example problems to illustrate each
concept. He also has great insight into the types and
frequency of problems currently being asked on the
GMAT. The live online format of his tutoring worked
extremely well for me, and I preferred this option to
meeting with local tutors--(Too much hassle and lost
time for commute down to the City and back). His hours
are flexible, and his prices are very reasonable.
In Person Tutoring Testimonials
Tina: I came to Dabral because I had tried everything else and knew that I would have to score above 700 to get into a top business school. Overall, Dabral really helped me understand the fundamentals of the quantitative section in a way that made sense. The fact that he provided a lot of examples similar to actual tests and taught me many short cuts and tricks was helpful. Also, he was able to help me identify my areas of weakness and improve upon them through constant practice. Most importantly, though, Dabral taught me how to think about the test in a way that I hadn't before. I really appreciate all of his help and still can't believe I was able to improve my score by 70 points! I have never scored above a 700 on any of my practice tests and this just goes to show just what I was capable of! Thanks so much Dabral!
Shachi: I tried major GMAT prep courses (Princeton Review and Veritas) before coming to Dabral. I wish I would have known about him earlier - I could have saved so much money and time! Dabral really helped me understand the basics of the quantitative section far better than any of the prep courses. The best thing about having Dabral as a tutor was that he identified my key areas of weakness and gave me extra examples and targeted practice sets so I could improve in those areas. He's also very patient and really cares about improving his student's scores. I highly recommend Dabral to anyone who wants to do well on the quant section - he really knows his stuff!. My quantitative score improved by 30 percentile. Thanks Dabral!
Kirsti: I sought out Dabral's help after undergoing an elite GMAT prep course, many hours of self-study, and instruction with another tutor. Dabral's style is highly customized: he pinpoints your weaknesses, provides additional examples for further comprehension during your session, and emails you real GMAT practice questions to enable mastery. Dabral helps to alleviate anxiety about the exam by exposing you to all types of GMAT questions - and stratgies for solving them. Additionally, Dabral is friendly, professional, and genuinely cares about your progress. I would highly recommend Dabral to individuals of all levels.
Melissa: I originally sought Dabral's help in order to strengthen some key areas for the quantitative section of the GMAT. Over several meetings, we honed in on my weaknesses; he developed targeted problem sets for me, taught me how to approach certain problems, highlighted typical traps, and prepped me for taking the GMAT in general. Through it all, Dabral was a patient and enthusiastic teacher. I strongly believe that without Dabral's help, I wouldn't have done as well on the GMAT. Because I am planning on applying to some of the top business schools, it was crucial that I score well on the test. With Dabral's help, I exceeded even my own expectations and was able to score a 770.
Keith:
I am a very satisfied student of Dabral. His method of teaching emphasizes understanding the quantitative content in a way that allows you to adapt your knowledge to answer any question the GMAT throws at you. I first took the GMAT after attending a 10 week course from a national chain - and I was very unimpressed with my score. By listening to Dabral - and, per his instructions, practicing his method on my own I was able to grasp the fundamentals in a way that allowed me to add 80 points to my score - enough to gain admission to Wharton ! Thanks, Dabral- I wish I knew about you before I wasted my money with a big name GMAT prep course.
Steve: I recently hired Dabral to help me get up to speed on the quantitative section of the GMAT. I needed to hit the 90th percentile or higher on the quant section for the programs I was considering but only had about 8 weeks to study (plus maintain a 60 hour per week job). One particular subject in which I needed a lot of improvement was advanced algebra - an area in which Dabral was particularly strong. Also, it was outstanding that he had familiarity with every different type of question that one encounters on the GMAT. One thing I found especially helpful was the personalized question set he emailed me after each session which was based on my weaknesses and helped me get the most improvement in the least amount of time. The end result was a score of 760 and I have no qualms about recommending him unconditionally.
David: Before I started my prep work for the gmat, I considered prep courses such as the princeton review and kaplan. Their large class sizes and formulaic courses did not offer the individualized attention I needed. I wanted to understand the concepts before getting to the shortcuts and I realized that my focus areas would be different from others in the class. In our first few sessions, Dabral was able to help me identify subjects where I was weak. By identifying these weaknesses, we were able to structure a timeline to address these areas of concern. His patience and genuine interest in helping me understand the concepts to solve problems enabled me to improve my quantitative score. Within a matter of weeks I was able to increase my quantiative score by at least 24%. If you are looking to improve your math skills, I highly recommend Dabral as a math tutor.
Jim: Dabral was great to work with--flexible on scheduling, very knowledgeable, genuinely interested in helping me achieve my goals. I found the personal attention much more time and cost effective than a cookie-cutter class like Kaplan. I highly recommend Dabral if you're looking to take your math scores to the next level.
Jason: Dabral is an excellent GMAT instructor and I would recommend him to people of all ability levels looking to score high on the quantitative section. He is able to simplify the most challenging subjects to their core components and provide effective strategies for attacking the most difficult problems. Prior to working with Dabral, I was able to solve most of the more difficult questions in about four minutes, but after a few sessions with Dabral, I developed different strategies for certain problems and was able to solve those same difficult problems in half the time. Dabral's strategies allowed me to save valuable minutes on the actual exam. Just to be clear, Dabral does not teach tricks or short cuts that are found in most GMAT preparation books, rather he forces his students to view the problems from a different perspective. He has a lot of actual experience with the GMAT test and is up to date on all the topics being tested today. Aside from being highly knowledgeable in math, Dabral is also a very kind and friendly person.
Annie: Math has always been my weakest subject, and Dabral really helped me build a strong foundation for my quantitative skills. He's well prepared for every meeting, knowledgeable in all topic areas, and very patient. I couldn't have gotten my ideal GMAT score without his help.
Anna: Initially, the GMAT was an extremely frustrating and difficult undertaking
for me because I did not fully understand my strengths and weaknesses. I
took courses with Princeton Review, evaluated multiple private tutors, and
even tried to tackle the test on my own. All of these methods proved
ineffective because I could not achieve a score higher than 600. Dabral offered me much more than a review of basic quantitative skills. He
systematically identified and targeted my weaknesses and limitations. Based
on a full understanding of my capabilities, he then developed a strategy to
enable me to achieve 720 on the GMAT.
Dabral was focused, organized, and adaptable to my learning style. His
motivating and creative approach helped build the confidence and efficiency
that I needed when I took the actual exam. I highly recommend Dabral as your
tutor for any standardized quantitative exam.
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