

GRE Snacks
Achievable
Taking or considering the GRE Exam or graduate school? You’ll love our short, approachable, and insightful episodes about the GRE Exam and graduate school admissions.
This podcast is hosted by Tyler York, co-founder and CEO of Achievable, a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam. You can try it for free at https://achievable.me/ , and the course is only $199 to purchase.
This podcast is hosted by Tyler York, co-founder and CEO of Achievable, a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam. You can try it for free at https://achievable.me/ , and the course is only $199 to purchase.
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Sep 19, 2023 • 29min
New short GRE vs. GMAT Focus: how you should think about the new tests
The new GRE launching September 23, 2023 is just under 2 hours long, about the same as the new GMAT Focus. So which test should you study for and take? Chandler Arnold and Anthony Ritz join us from Stacy Blackman Consulting, a leading MBA admissions advisory that was ranked #1 by Poets and Quants. In this episode, Chandler and Anthony walk us through the new GRE format and content changes, how that compares to the GMAT Focus, and which test you should take based on your strengths.
Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

Sep 14, 2023 • 30min
Graduate school resources that can help you succeed and lead a fulfilling life
Kaelyn Grace Apple, founder of Accepted Consulting, shares resources for graduate school applicants and current students that most people aren't aware of, such as free mental health services and additional funding opportunities. They also discuss the importance of developing a novel idea as a graduate student and treating graduate school as part of a career, as well as utilizing financial resources like fellowships and grants.

Sep 12, 2023 • 21min
3 of the best MBA admissions essays that got applicants into Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia
Want MBA essay examples from top tier applicants? Then look no further. Melody Jones is the cofounder of Vantage Point MBA Admissions Consulting, and has helped applicants with hundreds of MBA essays to top programs. In this episode, Melody shares her three favorite MBA admissions essays that got applicants into Harvard, Wharton, and Columbia business schools, and gives tips for how to replicate their success.
Achievable GRE uses AI-powered adaptive learning to target your weak areas and boost your score - visit https://achievable.me/exams/gre/overview/#s=podcast to try it for free.

Sep 7, 2023 • 27min
What test is best for MBA admissions: the GRE, GMAT, or EA?
When applying to MBA programs, there are three commonly used test options: the GRE, the GMAT, and the EA (Executive Assessment). Lindsay Sage is the founder of Sage Admit, a boutique MBA admissions consulting firm she founded after working at NYU Stern and Columbia. In this episode, Lindsay shares her philosophy on which test is best for her clients, including what you should take into account when making your decision.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 31, 2023 • 37min
MBA admissions: How to stand out from a bunch of other 4.0 GPAs with Tier 1 job experience
The top business schools are choosing from a star studded application pool of high quality candidates, so how do you stand out? Lawrence Linker is the founder of MBA Link, an admissions consultancy based in Singapore. In this episode, Lawrence shares his advice for separating your application from the crowd, including resume tips, letters of recommendation, and more.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 29, 2023 • 18min
Is your test score good enough? And what to do if it isn’t
You take your GRE, and get a score that's good but not your target - is it good enough? Hillary Schubach is the founder of Shine MBA Admissions Consulting, and has helped hundreds of clients get into their dream programs. In this episode, Hillary explains how to look up the score you need to get into your top choice school and build a plan to reach that score if you're not there yet.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 24, 2023 • 33min
Recommendation letters can make or break an application, and 95% are meaningless
How do you get recommendation letters that truly boost your chances of admission? Dr. Don Martin has been a Dean of Admissions at Columbia, University of Chicago Booth, and Northwestern, and is the author of the book Grad School Road Map - and he's read thousands of admissions letters. In this episode, Dr. Martin shares his tips for getting stellar letters of recommendation that will catch the attention of the admissions committee and get you admitted.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 22, 2023 • 29min
How US students should position themselves when applying to international business schools
If you're a US student looking to apply to INSEAD or another renowned international business program, Caroline Diarte Edwards is the right person to listen to - she cofounded Fortuna Admissions after being Head of Admissions at INSEAD for 7 years. In this episode, Caroline shares her tips for creating a stellar application to international business schools, including key differences between applying to US and international business schools and how to position yourself.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 17, 2023 • 20min
Why you should - and shouldn’t - pursue an MBA
MBAs are prestigious, but they're also expensive - how do you know that it's the right decision for you? Melody Jones is the cofounder of Vantage Point MBA Admissions Consulting, which advises applicants applying to top MBA programs in the US and Europe. In this episode, Melody shares her philosophy when advising clients on their MBA decision, including both why you should and shouldn't pursue an MBA.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.

Aug 15, 2023 • 39min
Impactful recommendation letters: who to ask and how to get one
Recommendation letters are one of the most important parts of a graduate school application, but getting a great one is not guaranteed. Stephen Friedfeld is the COO and co-founder of AcceptU, which he founded after being Associate Dean of Admissions at Cornell. In this episode, Stephen shares his approach for getting excellent letters of recommendation, including who to ask and how to set your recommender up for success.
Achievable is a modern test prep platform for the GRE exam - visit https://achievable.me to try our course for free.


