One mistake I often see students make in their GRE Quant prep is moving between multiple courses or study platforms. At first, it can feel productive to try different resources. You may think that by casting a wide net you are covering more ground. In reality, the opposite tends to happen. The GRE is a highly structured exam. Its content and style do not change much from test to test. Once you understand what it is measuring and how questions are designed, the challenge becomes less about exposure and more about steady practice with the right methods.

When you shift from one course to another, that steady practice breaks down. Each program has its own way of framing concepts, prioritizing topics, and explaining solutions. What look like small differences in approach can create real confusion when you are trying to build accuracy and speed. Instead of reinforcing what you already know, you end up spending valuable time reconciling competing styles. This slows your progress and can even create new gaps in your understanding.

A more effective path is to identify one course or platform that is thorough, clear, and well aligned with how you learn. The best resources offer complete coverage of GRE Quant topics, explanations that match the logic of the test, and structured study plans that guide your practice. Just as important, they should fit your personal learning style. That means lessons are easy to follow, the material sticks, the interface is straightforward, and there is enough practice to develop mastery.

If a resource does not meet those standards, it is worth recognizing that early. Ask yourself simple questions. Am I learning efficiently? Do I remember what I study a week later? Does the system help me move from understanding to application? If the answers are not encouraging, it may be time to try something else. Quality prep companies usually provide free trials or sample lessons. Take advantage of those. They allow you to test whether the approach feels right before you commit.

Once you find a course that fits, the next step is focus. Spread your time deeply, not thinly. Going all in with a single high quality resource allows you to build consistent habits, develop confidence, and measure progress more reliably. Depth of engagement is what turns study hours into real score gains.

Improvement in GRE Quant is not immediate. It requires a plan and a realistic timeline. Before you start, map out how many weeks or months you have, where you are now, and where you need to be. Then stick to that plan with discipline. You do not need five different courses. You need one resource that works for you and the patience to see it through. That is how strong scores are built.

Reach out to me with any questions about your GRE prep. Happy studying!

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep