So I took TOEFL finally. I can't comment on how to prepare for it because I never prepared. I registered 6 weeks in advance and couldn't prepare. 5 days before the date I thought of rescheduling but couldn't due to internet issues. And the rescheduling does not happen 2 days before the test. So I decided to jump in. In two days all I did was to look at question patterns, go through some online resources and went for my test. And to top it all I went for speaking test with bad throat.
After the plush GMAT center TOEFL test was a huge disappointment. My story of TOEFL center isn't as bad as many I have read online. People there were courteous, we got a locker. During the speaking section everyone around is audible and gets the same questions. I was able to hear what others were replying.
Well for as bad a prep as I had I got a 102 which is good enough for me to apply to courses that I want to. I would not be able to give tips as I did not really put in effort.
Now also comes time to start looking at what am I doing this year.
First step - Request feedback from schools from last year
Second step - Relook at feedback from people who reviewed my essays and applications
Third step - Re evaluate goals and aspirations
Fourth step - Do I still want to do an MBA?
Fifth step - School selection
Sixth step - Hunt for recommenders and start socializing with them... second most dreaded one
Seventh step - Apply! the most dreaded one for me
My checklist
First step done
Second step - in process
Third step - this is easy cuz my aspirations remain
Fourth step - hmmm... this is a tough one cuz I have made tremendous progress at work and that changes well not everything but a lot! Do I still need an MBA - I do need some form of higher education. I'm lost on options out there in the market. Also age plays a role as I'm growing older.
So its time now for self exploration reflection! more as I decide my path...
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