Awhile back I wrote about some resolutions I had going into the 2013 year, the GAIQ test being one of them. So far in 2013 I’ve updated my website, learned responsive coding, and far exceeded anything I thought I’d know with little time on the actual subject.

Which makes my next “resolution” hurdle, passing the Google Analytics Individual Qualification Test. Most commonly referred as the GAIQ. This test is something that I’ve coveted for a while, even if it’s only “valid” for 18 months, after you pass it.

Why take the GAIQ Test?

It’s just another thing that I can add to my growing arsenal and it’s a personal goal of myself to keep learning and teaching myself new things. On top of continually learning and advancing my knowledge, the GAIQ isn’t something that’s necessarily required in my field, but it sets you apart from other people.

Being stagnant with what you know in the SEO field is a good way to get passed by. I’m constantly looking for the extra thing I can do to give me a jump on someone else. It’s fun just as much as it is competitive.

I suppose another thing I’m learning very quickly is to not let anything get in your way from accomplishing goals. Put your head down, do the work, and go charging full speed through them. I already feel like I’ve done more in 2013 than in 2013 and we’re not even halfway through yet. I look forward to seeing what else I can do before 2013 is over.

Have you taken the GAIQ?

This is where I reach out to anyone who’s taken and passed the GAIQ Test. I have a few questions that hopefully you’ll be able to answer in the comments section.

• Your take on the GAIQ Test?
• Did it take more than one time to pass it?
• Did you get a free voucher to take it?
• Anything else I should know aside from studying for the GAIQ and taking mock GAIQ tests before I take the plunge?

Plus I really want this GAIQ Test Badge/Image.