I was quite nervous about the kind of project that I will be working on and the skills required for the same. The first week was relatively quite challenging as I had a hard time identifying the approach to the problem statement. Constant feedback from my mentor and subjects studied at IIM Shillong such as statistics, introduction to IT tools, strategic management, and financial management played a monumental role in overcoming the initial impediments and developing the final model. The liberty given to approach the problem and help from colleagues helped me improve upon my project.
One thing which remains fresh in my memory even after several months is what the HR manager of Fidelity Investments told me right after my interview. The one thing which they were primarily looking for during the interview process was honesty as it is not possible to build a great organization if the employees cannot trust each other. So, it would not be incorrect to say that being able to convert your dream profile requires a certain level of confidence, composure, and honesty.
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