{"podcast":{"title":"Inside the GMAT","slug":"inside-the-gmat-7758024","podcast_index_feed_id":7758024,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/293414/rss","website_url":"https://www.gmac.com/resources/learners/how-to-apply/inside-the-gmat","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/3/f/8/9/3f89428879f601f416c3140a3186d450/Untitled_design_6.png","author":"GMAC","episode_count":94,"summary":"Inside the GMAT is the podcast designed for anyone considering, applying to, or preparing for business school. Whether you're just beginning to explore the MBA path, knee-deep in applications, or focused on mastering the GMAT exam, this show is your inside track to smarter decisions, expert advice, and strategies that work. Brought to you by GMAC (the makers of the GMAT exam) each weekly episode features candid conversations with admissions leaders, test prep experts, and successful students. You'll get practical tips for excelling on the GMAT, insights into how schools evaluate candidates, and real stories from people who've walked the same path. From study strategies and score reports to networking, career pivots, and big-picture trends shaping graduate management education, Inside the GMAT brings you the guidance and confidence you need to succeed. If you want the inside scoop on the GMAT, admissions, and how to get the most out of your business school journey, this podcast is for you.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T00:18:45.498921+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-gmat-7758024"},"episode":{"title":"Week 1: GMAT Summer Study Series - Building Your Study Plan with Hailey Cusimano, Menlo Coaching","slug":"week-1-gmat-summer-study-series-building-your-study-plan-with-hailey-cusimano-menlo-coaching","published_at":"2026-07-30T13:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-gmat-7758024/week-1-gmat-summer-study-series-building-your-study-plan-with-hailey-cusimano-menlo-coaching","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/inside-the-gmat-7758024","url":"https://insidethegmat.libsyn.com/week-1-gmat-summer-study-series-building-your-study-plan-with-hailey-cusimano-menlo-coaching","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/insidethegmat/riverside_gmat_summer_study_series_-_week_1_-_inside_the_gm_inside_the_gmat.mp3?dest-id=2303165","summary":"Summer can be a great time to prepare for the GMAT...but only if you have a plan! In the first installment of our summer GMAT study series, GMAC Zach is joined by Hailey Cusimano, Director of Tutoring at Menlo Coaching, to discuss how candidates can build a study timeline that is structured, realistic, and flexible. Hailey explains why GMAT preparation should generally move through two phases: first developing the necessary foundations and strategies, and then practicing under increasingly realistic test conditions. She also shares why completing more questions does not automatically lead to a higher score, how to use an error log effectively, and what candidates should look for when reviewing their performance. The conversation also covers test readiness, practice-exam timing, managing test-day stress, and why even strong test takers should leave room in their schedules for a possible retake. Whether you are beginning your GMAT journey or trying to regain momentum, this series will help you build a more thoughtful and productive approach to your preparation. About Hailey: Hailey Cusimano is a 99th-percentile performer and a self-proclaimed standardized test nerd. Drawing from her years of experience as an instructor, she knows how to assess students' main obstacles and strategize accordingly, maximizing efficiency in short study windows. Plus, her enthusiasm is infectious, and most students find studying with Hailey actually becomes—dare we say—fun. Helpful Resources: Menlo Coaching: https://menlocoaching.com/ Register for the GMAT: https://www.mba.com/exams/gmat-exam/register 5 Traits of Successful GMAT Test Takers: https://tinyurl.com/insidethegmat Purchase GMAT Official Prep: https://www.mba.com/exams/executive-assessment/prepare Key Takeaways: Build a clear prepar…","meta_description":"Summer can be a great time to prepare for the GMAT...but only if you have a plan! 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