CAT 2017 was my first and only attempt, and I worked day and night to score a good percentile but ultimately, things don’t turn out the way you want them to. Right? And if it happens, then there is no fun in life. Right? So CAT 2017 turned out to be horrible for me as I got 82 percentile only (which I think I knew from before because of the fluctuating mock tests), no IIFT call, no IIM calls, no XIMB calls, and here comes the second life lesson - whatever it takes, just be happy and take on life as it comes.
Then there was a last ray of hope, CMAT, which turned out to be my savior. Anyway, I knew I would perform well in that because I knew how hard I had worked and so I did. It fetched me 98 percentile and finally some calls from KJ Somaiya, GIM Goa, and NIBM Pune. So from within a bleak future, there came a ray of hope. I was a fresher with a two-year gap in my CV but with the help of my parents, I kept myself motivated and determined. I started preparing for the interviews keeping all my emotions aside until the interviews got over. I had to do that because I couldn’t take a chance of adding one more year as a gap in my CV. I was honest and real in my interviews and was praised for the same.
My NIBM Pune interview lasted for about 20 minutes and they praised me for my confidence and for my debating skills. I converted NIBM Pune and KJ Somaiya as well and on the same day. I lived each and every moment of my journey and knew how to fight all odds and I emerged as a winner. Today, after completing one year of my MBA, and internship at Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), I am an altogether different, happy, positive person. Happiness is the key to my success.
What’s meant to be yours is already making its way to you. What was never yours is starting to flee from you. With time, it will all make sense. For now, bear the confusion and focus on living fully in the present. Don’t let your whole life be “I’ll be happy when...”
Be happy now!
Comments
RAJ SINGH
Very exited to join a business school
Madam ! A single reason for opting NIBM instead of KJ Somaiya ??
5 Jun 2019, 03.25 PM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
I was getting Integrated Marketing Communication program and I was inclined more towards finance that's why I went for NIBM!
5 Jun 2019, 03.29 PM |
jhanak gupta
This is too good Yamini. Congratulations for coming this far.
5 Jun 2019, 03.37 PM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
Thank you so much!! ❤️
5 Jun 2019, 03.42 PM |
Bharadwaj Vishnubhotla
Business Analyst at Surya Software Systems Private Limited|Alumni NIBM, Pune (Banking and Financial Services 2017-19)|Alumni SCSVMV University (ECE-2013-17)
Good one! Long road ahead, keep your chin up no matter what.
5 Jun 2019, 05.35 PM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
Thank you so much!!
5 Jun 2019, 05.56 PM |
Akanksha Tiwari
Hard work doesn’t bother me. I actually like it.
Your perspective is refreshing and motivating.
5 Jun 2019, 10.20 PM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
Thank you!!
6 Jun 2019, 12.18 AM |
lakshmi medicals
Qualified Pharmacist
What did you like about NIBM campus and Pune
6 Jun 2019, 09.43 AM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
NIBM Campus is very beautiful and lush green away from the hustle bustle of the city. Pune altogether is a very nice city!
6 Jun 2019, 12.55 PM |
SRIPAD RAO
A little confused..how can CAT2018 be your attempt and by now you have already finished 1 year? Coz after CAT 2018 colleges are yet to start ..did you mean CAT 2017?
6 Jun 2019, 11.15 AM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
Thank you for reading it so thoroughly! Yes it was CAT 2017. :)
6 Jun 2019, 11.31 AM |
Monika Dixit
You have nicely expressed about yours lifes journey and Cheers! because, at the end, alltogether it sailed to the destination..
7 Jun 2019, 01.05 PM
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Yamini Saraf
Yamini Saraf, PGDM Student at National Institute of Bank Management pursuing PGDM in Banking and Financial Services, an avid reader, adventure seeker, keeping the experimenting game on
Thank you :)
14 Jun 2019, 11.24 AM |
Ashish Kumar Rathaur
Quick learner, Sport loving, versatile, and cheerful person. Pursuing PGDM at NIBM. leading and motivating people is my habit.
Very inspiring mam and also helpful for me at NIBM.
28 Jun 2019, 07.21 AM