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Hi everyone. I’m Rohaan and I’m an alumni from LUMS. After graduating in 2021, I focused on graduate school applications and I’m currently pursuing my Master’s in supply chain at University of Michigan (Ross Business School) in USA. I wanted to make this post for anyone who aspires to pursue higher studies after LUMS and shed some light on one particular component of the application process - the GRE. Undoubtedly, one of the most daunting obstacles that I had to encounter during my graduate school application process was the GRE. It’s a standardised test that requires a considerable amount of preparation and leaves even capable test takers feeling intimidated and challenged. In such scenarios, I’ve seen several students either choose not to reappear in the test after being unable to attain their desired score in their first attempt or simply apply to schools that offer a GRE waiver. However, I strongly believe that a high score in this exam can significantly increase your chances of getting admitted to your dream graduate school. For this reason I turned to Saad Amer and reached out to him who has gained the reputation for being one of the most competent and experienced GRE tutors out there. It was because of his invaluable guidance that I was able to attain my target score (320+) which then helped me secure admission in my dream school. I strongly encourage any prospective test taker out there to reach out to him because he will provide you with invaluable guidance related to this test and help you attain your dream score. Also, most MBA programs accept either the GRE or the GMAT in their admissions process so I would also encourage business school applicants to reach out to him. As far as his credentials are concerned, he scored 339/340 in the GRE which is equivalent to 800/800 in the GMAT. Moreover, he also helped me tremendously with the other components of the admissions process and you can always ask him anything related to those as well. You can reach out to him on Instagram at GRE 341/340 with Saad Amer or watch his videos on YouTube so you’re on the right track if nothing else. Also, this is not a sponsored post or anything of the sort. I’m writing this because he played a vital role in my journey and I believe that he deserves the recognition. I hope you guys can benefit from his guidance the way I did.

My GRE journey began earlier this year. I’ve always wanted to target top ranked business schools and securing a decent GRE score is really crucial. My first attempt was back in April. I gave myself 3 months for the preparation and was able to secure 320. However, I quickly realised that in-order to offset my average GPA, I’d have to secure a GRE score which is exceptionally well. Hence I began with the preparation again and ended up with 322. I still wasn’t satisfied with my results and decided to appear for the exam again. This time around my approach towards preparation was similar and resultantly I again ended up with a 322. Feeling dejected and about to give up, I reached out to Saad and inquired if I still had a chance to secure 325+. Surprisingly, I found him to be quite optimistic. He started by guiding me about the best resources for exam practice. Quite often candidates target the wrong resources for verbal and quant sections and later on realise that the real exam has completely different question types. Apart from practice questions, his recommended mock tests also perfectly replicated the real exam. Saad’s 341 way is actually a fool proof method to prepare for the actual GRE exam. Apart from recommending the right resources, Saad provided me with some valuable tips as well. His time management techniques which specify the order in which a candidate should answer all questions allowed me to attempt all verbal and quant sections with 5-10 mins to spare/section! Even his guidance and tricks regarding the online calculator enabled me to master it’s usage. What surprised me the most was Saad’s research into the type of quant questions that are frequently tested in Lahore as well as his tips on identifying the experimental section. Guys, if it wasn’t for Saad I wouldn’t have attempted the 4th time and also not made a drastic 7 points improvement compared to my last try. All I can say is that he’s a truly genuine person who goes out of his way to help you and doesn’t even expect any sort of monetary compensation in return. If you are intimidated by the GRE or feel stuck with your scores, don’t give up and give the 341 way a last try. My CV was competitive because of this score and helped me land a job at McKinsey.

Sydney helped me when my dream job is sports. I never thought it was going to be attainable to make the switch from finance to the sports industry, but with Sydney’s step-by-step three year plan and coaching I was able to get my foot in the door. Though I no longer coach with her, she sent me up to be successful, even once our time was finished.

Sydney is incredible to work with and I have seen first hand the work that she has done with many students. I can’t think of a better person to do be a coach or be coached by.

I’ve worked with Isaac as a CoFounder and it was a great experience! He is a hard worker, smart problem solver, and easy to work with.

Ifeoma leads with intentional listening. Her first instinct is always to understand—taking the time to truly hear the person in front of her, their perspective, and the context behind what they are experiencing. Rather than rushing to conclusions, she creates space for people to feel seen and understood. When challenges arise, she approaches them with fairness and thoughtful consideration. She naturally looks at situations through the lens of all parties involved, helping to bring clarity and balance to difficult conversations. Her approach encourages constructive dialogue and often leads to amicable, well-considered outcomes that respect everyone’s perspective. Beyond her way of thinking, she is deeply supportive. She is generous with her time and consistently makes herself available to guide, advise, and offer help wherever she can. Her support is not surface-level. She is intentional about showing up for people and contributing meaningfully to their growth and progress. Working with Ifeoma had a meaningful impact on how I view my career journey. She helped restore a sense of hope and possibility, especially during moments where the path ahead felt uncertain. Through her guidance, I learned the importance of stepping back and looking at situations from multiple lenses, which has strengthened my ability to think more critically and approach challenges with greater clarity and balance. She also encouraged me to take ownership of my journey rather than simply follow a predefined path. Her mentorship reinforced the idea that it’s possible and often necessary, to create your own pathway, aligning your decisions with your values, strengths, and long-term vision. That encouragement has given me the confidence to navigate my career more intentionally and with a stronger sense of direction.

Ifeoma is the most supportive person I've met and has a calm way to challenge and support ones thought process Ifeoma actually sponsored me into the leadership role that i have now have presently. She thought of me for the role and recommended I apply for it. I am grateful for her sponsorship

From the few interactions I’ve had with her Ifeoma’s way of thinking is methodical and strategic in the best way, when you challenges its not direct but instead makes you think and come up with solutions yourself and shes always ready to lend a hand or be a listening ear wherever she can She really encouraged me and made me feel inspired and empowered

Ifeoma is a strategic thinker, empathetic and supportive in progressing others. Respect. Someone who listened intently, offered thoughtful guidance, respectfully challenged when needed, fully committed to support development of others.

I’d describe the way Ifeoma coaches as warmly encouraging. She encourages you to face your challenges head on by helping you to see things differently. It’s like she ‘unblocks’ the mind that is ‘stuck’ or ‘blocked’ by helping you navigate your thoughts and emotions. Coaching with Ifeoma has helped me to ‘think differently’ when I’m faced with issues. I used to think that I’m very practical and must only consider ‘logical’ options when making decisions. Ifeoma made me realise that my emotions matter too, maybe most importantly, when making decisions and that’s really made an impact on how I think and make plans now.