I made it!!! Overall Band 8.0 in Academic IELTS!!

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suzypuff
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I made it!!! Overall Band 8.0 in Academic IELTS!!

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I made it!!! Overall band 8.0 in Academic IELTS!!

My first attempt was on 10th May 2014 and my results ain't that pretty. I only got L:7.5, R:7.0, W:6.5, S:6.5 with an Overall:7.0

I need at least 7.5 in each sections. On my first attempt, I didn't do much practice especially on my writing and speaking sections. I was extremely nervous and momentarily paused for a very long time in speaking part 2 because I don't know what to say and my mind went blank(the examiner looked very stern with arms crossed looking straight into my eyes). I definitely felt intimidated by the examiner. Before the exam, I heard advices about having eye contact would increase our marks but I don't think that's true(at least not for me :lol: )Being yourself and feel more relaxed would be more accurate.

I signed up for IELTS on 21st June and vowed not to make the same mistakes I made on my first attempt. This time, thanks to Ryan Higgins, I was able to prepare myself better and continuously do exercises in Listening, Reading and also Writing. On speaking part, I managed to find friends here on skype and it definitely helped a lot in boosting my self confidence. My second attempt result is as follows. L:8.0, R:8.5, W:7.5, S:7.5, Overall:8.0

I was ecstatic when I saw my result. In just three weeks preparation, I managed to jumped to band 8. Moreover, I got 8.5 in my reading which was unexpected because I'm a very careless person so I tend to make mistakes here and there. To put it more simply, if I can do it, so can you. Believe in yourself and all will be well. Never give up!!! I wish you all the best in your IELTS!! 8-)
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congratulation...have wonderful life ahead. :)
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suzypuff wrote:I made it!!! Overall band 8.0 in Academic IELTS!!

My first attempt was on 10th May 2014 and my results ain't that pretty. I only got L:7.5, R:7.0, W:6.5, S:6.5 with an Overall:7.0

I need at least 7.5 in each sections. On my first attempt, I didn't do much practice especially on my writing and speaking sections. I was extremely nervous and momentarily paused for a very long time in speaking part 2 because I don't know what to say and my mind went blank(the examiner looked very stern with arms crossed looking straight into my eyes). I definitely felt intimidated by the examiner. Before the exam, I heard advices about having eye contact would increase our marks but I don't think that's true(at least not for me :lol: )Being yourself and feel more relaxed would be more accurate.

I signed up for IELTS on 21st June and vowed not to make the same mistakes I made on my first attempt. This time, thanks to Ryan Higgins, I was able to prepare myself better and continuously do exercises in Listening, Reading and also Writing. On speaking part, I managed to find friends here on skype and it definitely helped a lot in boosting my self confidence. My second attempt result is as follows. L:8.0, R:8.5, W:7.5, S:7.5, Overall:8.0

I was ecstatic when I saw my result. In just three weeks preparation, I managed to jumped to band 8. Moreover, I got 8.5 in my reading which was unexpected because I'm a very careless person so I tend to make mistakes here and there. To put it more simply, if I can do it, so can you. Believe in yourself and all will be well. Never give up!!! I wish you all the best in your IELTS!! 8-)
I'm so happy for your, Suzy. Thank you for sharing your amazing story. It must feel so good to have your IELTS forever behind you. :) What's the next step for you now?

All the best,
Ryan
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Ryan wrote:
suzypuff wrote:I made it!!! Overall band 8.0 in Academic IELTS!!

My first attempt was on 10th May 2014 and my results ain't that pretty. I only got L:7.5, R:7.0, W:6.5, S:6.5 with an Overall:7.0

I need at least 7.5 in each sections. On my first attempt, I didn't do much practice especially on my writing and speaking sections. I was extremely nervous and momentarily paused for a very long time in speaking part 2 because I don't know what to say and my mind went blank(the examiner looked very stern with arms crossed looking straight into my eyes). I definitely felt intimidated by the examiner. Before the exam, I heard advices about having eye contact would increase our marks but I don't think that's true(at least not for me :lol: )Being yourself and feel more relaxed would be more accurate.

I signed up for IELTS on 21st June and vowed not to make the same mistakes I made on my first attempt. This time, thanks to Ryan Higgins, I was able to prepare myself better and continuously do exercises in Listening, Reading and also Writing. On speaking part, I managed to find friends here on skype and it definitely helped a lot in boosting my self confidence. My second attempt result is as follows. L:8.0, R:8.5, W:7.5, S:7.5, Overall:8.0

I was ecstatic when I saw my result. In just three weeks preparation, I managed to jumped to band 8. Moreover, I got 8.5 in my reading which was unexpected because I'm a very careless person so I tend to make mistakes here and there. To put it more simply, if I can do it, so can you. Believe in yourself and all will be well. Never give up!!! I wish you all the best in your IELTS!! 8-)
I'm so happy for your, Suzy. Thank you for sharing your amazing story. It must feel so good to have your IELTS forever behind you. :) What's the next step for you now?

All the best,
Ryan
Thank you very much Ryan! Yup, it surely does. A huge burden had been lifted off my shoulders and it's such an awesome feeling. My next step would be to apply for a visa for my masters education in UK. :) Yay! :lol:
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All of your tips are very helpful, Damien. I just wanted to highlight this last one and point out how central it appears to be to candidates attaining extremely high bands (of the 8.5/9 variety). You're absolutely right: doing what you can to make your countless hours of IELTS prep enjoyable can go a long way in ensuring you get the most out of your study time.
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