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With our GMAT Prep work, we are inundated with questions frequently. So I decided to write a piece that may be posted every time the topic is asked.
4 reasons – mainly because after about 15 yrs. in the corporate world – I’m time rich.
Why are your rates Low?
It makes sense that you would be concerned! Many GMAT tutors have convinced everyone that a low fee correlates with subpar quality and insufficient experience.
In essence, I perceive tutoring as a service, unlike others whose primary motive is financial gain. People who know my story – know about this. While tutoring serves as a livelihood for many, for me, it's a way to make a genuine difference. I charge my students what I consider fair, ensuring they can access high-quality tutoring while allowing me to cover the expenses of initiatives supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This approach enables me to not only facilitate learning but also contribute positively to the lives of others.
I thought you also do it for free?
All services are available free of charge as well (maybe a beer), regardless of whether you opt for a paid package or not. The distinction lies in guaranteed time for paid users, while availability for others is subject to scheduling.
No one can guarantee a score – if anyone does, run! You are about to be scammed
My original GMAT score was in the 500s 😅, and I spent over $150 per hour lesson with so-called tutors, but I never improved above mid 600s. Realising it was not for me, I concentrated on answering the questions and talking to people who could assist me with the answers and strategies for acquiring the answers quickly. This assisted me in reaching 740; eventually, my college opted not to need the GMAT.
I have also noticed that more and more institutions don't care about the GMAT; just the admission office does, unless it's for the MBA program.
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What is your current study on?
To offer you a high-level overview of my research, it focuses on the use of AR/VR technology in communication campaigns. I'm now pursuing my PhD in Communications and PR at a top-tier research university in the Eastern US (top 2 in communications).
You got only a 740 and you claim to be an expert tutor?
Same reason why your high school physics teacher is not an Astrophysicist at NASA. Just because you are a great test taker doesn't mean you can teach someone else how to be one.
Why did you never get an MBA?
I didn't have a reason for getting an MBA. Without one, I was able to advance up the job ladder. But as a recruiter, I am aware that things have changed and that MBAs now open doors that might otherwise be closed.
Yes, I do have reviews available. You can find them by following the link below. Additionally, feel free to reach out to those who have provided feedback; they'll be glad to share their honest impressions with you.
Where are you based?
Eastern US, EDT
How can we get in touch with you?
Contact details below
What is the next step?
Feel free to contact me via the provided number. For international inquiries, you can also connect with me through iMessage or WhatsApp.
Let's schedule a time to chat and delve into your specific needs and your current progress. Understanding where you are in your journey will help us tailor our approach. Following our initial discussion, I'll assign some tasks to assess your skills comprehensively.
After reviewing your performance, we'll reconvene to analyze the results together. Together, we'll determine if personalized tutoring is the best path forward. If so, we'll collaborate on crafting a custom plan to meet your goals effectively. This method ensures transparency and efficacy throughout our partnership.

+ This chart tracks the score progression of several students over the course of 13 weeks, starting with some entering with a few weeks of prep already behind them, while others began fresh. Some students initially had scores below 405 but made significant improvements through diligent study, resulting in higher scores at the start of their first mock exam. Students tend to hit two major plateaus in their GMAT scores. The first occurs around 575-595, which i believe is the ceiling for those relying solely on subject knowledge. At this stage, further improvement requires a shift toward approach and strategy rather than just content knowledge. The second plateau appears around 635-665/675, marking the limit of what strong approach and strategy alone can achieve. Breaking past this range and reaching 705+ requires near-perfection in at least one section, meaning a scaled score of 87-90.

Quant improvement becomes a grind beyond a certain point, whereas Verbal (VR) and Data Insights (DI) offer a more efficient path to score gains. Schools generally don’t care about a high Quant score once you’ve crossed 83/84, so shifting focus to Verbal & DI is often the smarter route to a 705+.

The GMAT is sectionally adaptive (your performance in one section will affect your next), so be strategic about the order in which you choose to tackle the sections. Test anxiety can also cause you to make silly errors through the first few questions, this is especially common with QR Question #1, and that can snowball throughout the exam. Additionally, consider how long your mental stamina holds up; verbal can be particularly draining, so planning your breaks wisely can make a difference.
The most common section orders remain Q-V-DI and V-Q-DI, with breaks typically taken after the verbal section—at least according to the data from my research analysis.


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I can’t recommend Shu highly enough! After struggling with my GMAT/EA prep despite attending another course, Shu’s unique approach completely changed the game for me—literally. He helped me realize that these tests are just like a game: with the right strategies and practice, you can keep improving. This shift in mindset not only boosted my performance but also strengthened my confidence.
Beyond test prep, Shu played a crucial role in crafting a strong application strategy for Round 1, which ultimately led to my acceptance at Columbia, NYU, and Darden. I was also fortunate to receive a significant financial aid package from Columbia.
Shu’s guidance, expertise, and encouragement were invaluable throughout the process. If you’re looking for a mentor who truly cares about your success and has the knowledge to get you there, Latamba is the place to go'
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