Doing big things like performing on stage or getting a black belt in Karate will definitely add some value to your skill set but it does not mean that it is necessary. A good network means a better source of idea but good theoretical knowledge means obsolete idea. Theoretical knowledge limits ones thinking. When you make contacts then you get solutions for different problems and you can easily apply those solutions when you go through the same problems. So, good networking skill always leads to success but theoretical knowledge may or may not.
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Formally an entry for the InsideIIM B School Debate
College: MBA(IB), Dept. of Commerce, Delhi School of Economics
Team Mate: Keshav Sharma
Team Name: Acumen
Article I am refuting: http://insideiim.com/you-will-always-be-respected-for-your-good-academic-record-kenneth-serrao-at-insideiim-open-house-1/
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