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
)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!!
