Best 'Plan B' on FAILING CAT IIM Exam | Here's What To Do (Ex-BCG, ISB MBA)

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

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[@khushpreet8911]

the clearence of cat exam does not gurantee of your success but your passion is your gurantee of your sucess

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes!

[@Abdush_]

Why if your passion doesn't reward you as per the effort it takes what if you want to earn money but the niche of your passion doesn't offer that?

[@rahulchoudhary3082]

Really your point of view is correTct at your place , if there would not be these examinations like Cat , Gmat , Xat , etc then nobody will do hardwork , everybody will be in BCG or any big corporate. Hence the moral of this vedio , you have to be hardworking irrespective of CAT and other competitive examinations or in any other field , hardwork , consistency and patience is required . So anthing is not like a piece of cake in today's world specially in India where Human and youth density is at peak hence we need to stay away from negativities and if you have zeal to get that chair , you will definitely going to take that and nobody can stop . Kill your goal untill its completed

[@richardpereira2145]

Really true say ma'am. Thank u for sharing your insights on CAT exam. As I had given CAT 2022 but unfortunately I was not able to clear the exam. But I am not giving up as looking forward for plan B as I do know that I do have the calibre to achieve what I inspire in life. Once again thank u ma'am.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

:)

[@debosmitaYT]

Your words are so motivating and highlight the harsh reality of education system in India. Thanks for this video Ma'am 🙏🏼

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Thanks

[@scintillatingconquistador28]

😂

[@anxthetic414]

Very different take on the entire shebang, thus very refreshing. No one wants to question the status quo, this is the way things have been working and so they shall be. But few lean towards counterintutive solutions such as these. How tall can a private institution ( I'm guessing that's what u run) stand against the very institutionalized, "tried and tested", school of thought of cracking MBA exams ; is a big question. But I'd like to see a change happen.

[@msan8888]

Wow! Shatakshi Mam, I've just signed out after commenting on Google's "Year in Search" and had to sign in to comment on your video. This is really inspiring and most needed at the moment. Although we know at the back of our minds that certain things in life are not the end but a means to an end, we still feel the pain after each failure. We seek solace and motivation from success ( super successful in your case) stories. Thank you! I believe that one day I will be at your end motivating others.😊

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Thank you for your comment. I wish you all the success in this world ♥️

[@msan8888]

Thank you mam. It means a lot.

[@sunidhisharma6509]

This was so refreshing to hear. I just graduated college with a Bachelors in English Literature and had given the CAT exam in my final year, which turned out to be terrible, like really terrible, my Quant and LRDI scores were negative. I decided to give it again this year and studying math was like so scary but i changed my mindset around it as it is just another subject. My percentile this year is 82.5, which is better than my last attempt but still not really good to get any calls whatsoever. I am now questioning whether i really want to do MBA because i am an inherently creative person, scores and numbers and exams just give me so much stress and anxiety, so at this point even though i am giving other MBA exams, i just don't have the energy to push through. I had thought this through, to change my field altogether but there are many perks that my education in English Literature has provided and i am really interested in HR because work and office dynamics have always interested me.

[@aritraghosh1627]

Can we actually get in touch because that is exactly the case with me - appeared for CAT last year and had negative marks in maths and appeared for it again this year and I could achieve only a 77.35 percentile score overall which will get me nowhere near what's considered a good MBA college...and now I'm really confused and don't know what to do!!

[@sunidhisharma6509]

@@aritraghosh1627 Yeah sure

[@aritraghosh1627]

@@sunidhisharma6509 What would you prefer? Linkedin or Instagram?

[@yashika079]

@@sunidhisharma6509 I would also like to connect with you, if you don't mind..as my case is same as yours..

[@yashchauhan6891]

@@yashika079 hi can we connect on insta My case is also same 2021 mai cat diya tha 17 percentile ayi thi ab 22 mai 69 ayi but abhi smjh nhi aarha job bhi mushkil h kya kru kya nhi 😬

[@senthilk2753]

Before watching your channel, I thought only IIM’s can able to get high end job. But now I am believing Whoever can do. Thank you for your valuable time for motivating us.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Glad to be of help!

[@sparshsaxena17]

A big thanks for this video ma'am! A person whose CAT & SNAP didn't go well.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Good luck. Im sure things will fall into place.

[@sparshsaxena17]

​@@Shatakshi.Sharma Thank you, ma'am. Just want a quick suggestion, 1. I get some work experience and re-appear in CAT next year. 2. I go for a master's from abroad. 3. Work for 3-5 years and go for an executive MBA accordingly.

[@user-ny1zg7ki7q]

Thank you mam for your guidance. Now I motivated to study MBA in a real way Thank you mam.

[@midhunc9665]

On the point Ma'am. Your advices are really helpful 😇

[@shivaniSharma-rn5iy]

I really like the way u talk, thnku for sharing ur life experience, it motivates me, thnx shatakshi di

[@havijoshi4]

Hello Ma'am, always a pleasure to listen to you. You surely give me intellectual vibes. Hoping to become intelligent like you! Could you also tell us your strategy and plan for the GMAT and what should be our approach towards cracking the GMAT? Also, is the GGI MBA like a pre-MBA for someone going to a B school, or can one solely rely on it?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Hey there. Happy to make a seperate GMAT prep. But always best to start with GMAT Prep official guide. GGI MBA Scholars is an Alternative to Interational MBA School !

[@dikshantsiwach9118]

Same thoughts I always have for these competitive exams

[@rahuljmd]

Your videos are so refreshing, thank you

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

:)

[@Naincykumari1]

That's the thing I was searching for

[@nishantsaxena2046]

Reality of life 😌

[@mba1453]

How relevant is this course for a fresher cause I've gone through GGI's website and I can see that everyone who has took up your course is an experienced candidate in terms of work ex.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

15% of GGIians are freshers I advise freshers to not apply if they didn't even any internship. Over all, my answer lies in the question, how you become messi? Start young!

[@arshiaroy1746]

Ma'am do you think it's a good idea to join the new IIMS like iim udaipur, iim ranchi etc, or should one try another attempt for the top 10 B-Schools?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Check their employment stats and then decide. Good luck

[@rajtripathi208]

Ma'am ,i had prepared for UPSC civil services exam for 6 years but couldn't make it into merit list ,and i would like to work with your prestigious organization GGI .Your GGI is doing great work .Do let me know ,if there is any role suitable to me .I would be glad .

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Sure Raj. You are welcome to apply to our careers page. My team will reach you as and when we fire for a role suitable for you. Good luck.

[@sriharsh567]

@@Shatakshi.Sharma lul fire😂😂

[@RajatSingh-dp8uu]

Amazing video mam, Is there any placement support in GGI, are there placements rounds where companys hire from GGI cohort, like what happens in a traditional B school?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes!

[@medhasreepal389]

Mam, I am currently pursuing CA, I am a finalist. I am extremely nervous that if I do not qualify for my CA, is it possible to do an MBA without work experience, will I get calls from any college? I am 24 right now and I am really clueless about what should I do

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Hey Medhasree. Good luck for CA. I typically don't suggest doing MBA without experience. Its a professional degree !

[@aayush481]

Hi Shatakshi Maam, I want to do an MBA, however I dont think focusing only on CAT will do the job since the probability is very low. Also, I am doubtful on MBA abroad because of high fees, in that case what would you suggest how one should go about the preparation and what to target

[@manavsingh1970]

Hello Ma'am. The information that you are sharing is really Good...Just wanted to ask 1 thing. I have gone through GGI website & it is saying that last date to apply for applications is 1st July 2022. ,so the applications for next batches will be open in next year?

[@manvisharma27]

That was so trueee❤❤

[@samkelvin9146]

I had 3 years of work experience and i appeared for cat this year it didn't go well as planned. So I am planning to move for GMAT because I found my quants skills comparitively low, but I have to work a lot on my verbal skills also for GMAT. Mam, with dedicated preparation is it possible to score a good score in Verbal section of GMAT . If so how many time it may take?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes, I took many attempts. Take it till you get your desired score :)

[@aayush481]

Hi Sam, I have the same situation, my doubt is, when you move to GMAT, are you no longer targeting Indian B Schools?

[@shoaibxakhtarr]

Ma'am..i passed out from JAMIA HAMDARD in 2021 in medical background (Bsc in Cardiology)Then i thought i will give CAT for better opportunities bcoz i loose my interest in this course after seeing the atmosphere of work place(literally pathetic and very less salary 10-15K) and it also down my moral for continue this line).Then i took year gap for CAT)Then i did Diploma in Pharmacy(completed this year)to fullfill my year gap. But this year my CAT score is not good. My parents are very supportive..They said'Give your 100% again and take drop again' bcoz now uh have time for study. Then what should i do ahead? Hope you answer me Thanks😌

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

pick a job and prepare on side. CAT doesnt require someone to just study full time for years.

[@shoaibxakhtarr]

First of all Thanks Ma'am(for reply) And maam i still confuse what specialisation is good for me..i don't know anything about that.All specialisation is new for me.. And i have zero knowledge and its hard for me Waiting for your answer😌

[@abhinandanaggarwal7162]

Hello Ma'am, I'm an final year undergrad student I want to know that what is the best time to join GGI program? As of now I haven't done any internships. So is it necessary to have any internships done or work experience?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes, get some real-world experience and then apply. Business programs will make sense only if you have had some internship/full time experience.

[@pranitadalvi2409]

Mam please make video on how to inculcate the skills taught in mba and what are sources of that ? So that we can advance in our career

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Made seperate videos on it on my channel. Feel free to check!

[@dakshjainn]

Mam please make one video for how you build your English speaking

[@subhhamDas]

Kaash ye video 1saal pehle Aya hoota☺️but kuch nhi kr skte abhi..

[@divyanshusah4162]

My dream was to do MBA from IIM ABC college but i could not do it because I am from non maths background . Today I feel so depressed of losing maths after Class 8 .

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Dont worry. I know of so many people who picked math later beautifully well, after not doing well in school!

[@miradey3182]

So what I got a conclusion uptil now that if not cat GMAT right? .... Am I making sense I guess sort of ...but clearly you didn't told what to do next if not cat other than GMAT I am really curious what's more inside within you which you are hiding from us ..

[@rishavroy5311]

I gave CAT this year, it did't go as planned, i also plan to give SNAP but if that doesn't go well (since I have lost all motivation and drive after CAT and I'm not going for the other exams since I am not financially capable enough right now), I'm thinkin of getting a job since I have internship experience and prepping for CAT next year, is this an okay course of action? Your suggestion would be appreciated! Also, love your channel

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Thanks Rishav for sharing your journey. Yes, get work experience. Sounds better plan! Good luck.

[@sonalgohil4307]

Same story as you rishav ... even this was my second attempt and again all problem is repeat but I have decided now , I'm not gonna waste my another one year . So I giving another exam which all are very good for Worth MBA

[@huh..4591]

Idhar to job ka bhi koi scope nahi dikh raha

[@sanmitchari1233]

@@sonalgohil4307 which exam?

[@sonalgohil4307]

@@sanmitchari1233 CAT

[@Akashsen24]

Much needed ma'am 🤍

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

:)

[@akankshyapattanayak8497]

Mam please guide me. I don't what to do next. I am a 2021 passout from KIIT University. And till now I don't have any work experience. Mam I need your help and guidance. Please guide me what to do next.

[@anushkakarmakar3812]

My situation right now is exactly the same. I have scored too low in CAT and I am completely breakdown. Don't know whether i should give it another try or just give up on my dream to get into a top B school.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Focus on GMAT and other alternatives. But keep on gaining good experiences :)

[@harshkanaje]

This made me To feel peace I have decided now to work for 4 to 5 year than try for ISB

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Good luck

[@anshikapandey4449]

Mam, I have also failed cat but I have qualified srmhcat which is for mba aiml but due to my cat exam session got late there. What should I do?

[@ayanda759]

What is your profession and how you achieved it

[@funny1322]

Maam i failed cat exam 2 time so should i try for GMAT this year I already took 1 year drop plzzz guide

[@esportclutches9818]

Mam , do u think that the college marks helps people in their career or not

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

They do. But partially !

[@esportclutches9818]

@@Shatakshi.Sharma mam , why don't you do some videos or podcast with some one who have knowledge about financial analysts or financial associate post , who guided college student like me who wants to make career in finance because I think lots of students who watches your video belongs to finance field as well. Appreciate your efforts mam 😊 , Apologize for any grammatical mistake I made in above lines .

[@kanikasharma9330]

Hello mam, how to ace a beautiful career when you are from a middle class background, don't have enough money and skill?

[@msan8888]

Overcome fear. We have nothing to lose ( I too belong to the lower- middle -class and know how it feels) .Take considerable and calculated risks. Invest in best resources that help you achieve your goals. Search for the way to your success. Don't settle. It might take you longer than you expect or much longer than what others have achieved in. Don't give up. Don't expect help from others, instead offer your service and claim it. All the Best Sis!🙂

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Focus on skills. Pick communication first, problem solving second. Getting surrounded in good community is important to pick these skills. If you get skills right, money usually follows. Good luck.

[@Stacy510]

@@Shatakshi.Sharma mam i want to learn coding and also want to do mba is it good...i mean m confused and there is nobody to tell me..hehe..so thankfull if u tell me ??

[@mr.infinite5761]

Same

[@senthilk2753]

Really Encouraging

[@s1som]

I am a CA with 12 yrs of experience in commercial banking in risk Underwriting. I am applying for role in MacKenzie in any financial domain where my experience might be useful to it. Can you provide me the functions in which I can apply to and how should model my covering letter to enable me ro have a chance to appear for face to face interaction with them?

[@maniyarlukuman4853]

I think ur earning in crores with that experience because ur a CA.

[@megsha...5735]

Is it really important to have work experience to get in top b school in abroad. I really want to pursue my mba from international school however i'm really stressed out because i have heard that top or best b school required work experience.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Take action on improving your work ex. Dont stress. Anxiety happens when we think more and act less :)

[@sanskarsharma3340]

But mam as of someone who has graduated in 2022 , no job, and with a weak English, how can I give GMAT , as i have heard workex is a must for GMAT, but i feel that with work i won't be able to study well. 😐 What can I go for? Cat 2023 ? (Failed miserably in2022 cat)

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Work ex isnt needed to take GMAT. It may be needed for the schools that accompany GMAT. Good luck!

[@iamsrk933]

Hello mam plz advice me should i apply for ggi i have real Ev agency based business experience and also ca stage 1 clear certificate and currently because of not having any work ex i am doing mba from india otherwise i would had love to give gmat and also plz tell can i do ggi from jan 2023 to june 2023??

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Apply to GGI when you are ready to commit to 4-5 hours per week and your goals allign with what we offer, all on website. Good luck!

[@avantikaawasthi1329]

Hello mam..i graduated in 2022 . I have been preparing for stenographer exams since last year nov 2021.I have mastered the skill. Now is the time for me to give exams for it. But the second thought comes in my mind is what if i fail..what if i didn't clear the exams..for that my teacher is suggesting me to go for cat 2023 and keep giving your exams also. But i am not sure on how i will handle these 2 things at the same time. Cat is also not a piece of cake walk. Nd these govt exams also require 7 8 hourse of prep.I have given a lot of hardwork and time to learn the skill. I dont know what to do now. Should i go for cat23? Please reply. It will be very helpful.

[@yashchauhan6891]

Hi Avantika , Give it a try Mai bhi prepare kr rha tha bank exams ke liye but mai clear nhi kr paya maine aapne last sem mai June July se start kiya tha prepare krna fir oct mai exam diya bank ka and i fail in that but aagle hi month cat tha or maine umeed chd hi di thi pr 4-5 months bank exam ki phadyi kaam aa gyi thodi thodi usi se i got 68 percentile in cat Cat exam cost to u around 2300 rupees Kuch farak nhi padega ek baar deke dekho Thoda thoda phadte rhena roz u will clear the exam ☺️

[@Robinhoodomegle]

I did not clear CAT, i am getting IBS colleges, should i go for it ?

[@barneystinson9493]

Hey Shatakshi, just LOVED the intro song (gave me so much more strength to fight back in life, in general) so much that it's on my Spotify playlist now. In case you have more off the top of your head, please do mention it in reply to this comment (Slightly offbeat request but would love to hear them out too)

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

haha, sure !

[@richaaditya4879]

Hello mam... I have around 5 and half years of work experience and recently quit my job to prepare for GMAT ...Is this a very foolish think to do ?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

If its a small career break, then I think its really good. Im sure you'd be able to justify. Good luck for GMAT !

[@diprajsaha]

1.27% chance for GEM candidates 🙂

[@shrism2020]

IIM admission eligibility for age ? I have completed graduated

[@bhavyajain2303]

How can one enroll in GGI's MBA program? Is there any exam or application criteria in order to get selected?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes, there is an application form. Your essays for GGI matters in that application form. Good luck!

[@tanishqgarg8603]

Can u please tell, what kind of internships freshers should do if he is getting interest in management consulting, strategy etc... And how to get through this internships.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

ideally in top investment banking, consulting or marketing firms. It has to be top though to attain a spike !

[@tanishqgarg8603]

Thanks for the reply. Can u please tell how to get to the internship in these firms or the course to first do , relevant programs etc for the freshers/ college grad .

[@shouryaprakhar3433]

Shatakshi di ...In which were you enrolled at the st stephens college

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

chemistry.

[@umairyaqoob2307]

GRE general is also a good option if you're not really good in Math

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes, have hearf that from my friends toowho took it.

[@Srini8174]

Than you

[@muhammeddilshad3197]

Nice topic😅

[@Diaha547]

Nice

[@jaydave3110]

Can MS in Project Management get us managerial role in Big companies??

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

MS is usually for research etc. roles. It also depends where do you do it from.

[@vikrantmistry53]

Mam have done 3 years CA internship , should I apply for GGI ?

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

15% of GGIians are CAs as of today.

[@lakshmis01]

Mam can you give some advice to apply for McKinsey as they are hiring now

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

There is a seperate video on my channel for this. Feel free to check. Good luck!

[@lakshmis01]

@@Shatakshi.Sharma Thank u mam

[@technocobraa9279]

Me to 3 baar GMAT dete hue bikk jauga

[@bikrambhattacharjee1041]

Hii mam, is self preparation enough to crack gmat

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Yes. I never took coaching.

[@ankushkashyap2633]

Just wow ❤

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

:)

[@fawaadkhan1380]

Mam is iift college good for best placement.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

I have heard good things only about IIFT from Indian education standpoint.

[@NitishKumar-qu5td]

For gmat you require workex

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Not to take the exam.

[@akashshrivastav2452]

After CAT go foe meow😂

[@Gaurav-en5ng]

Hi motivation

[@Sbipo24air77]

Mam please top b school for direct mba addmission

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Pretty hard to equate top with direct admission. I cant think of any! Sorry.

[@Sbipo24air77]

@@Shatakshi.Sharma than please give me guidance as i feel lost becoz i gave 2 attempts for cat and they did'nt work can you help me ? Mam

[@Chris-zs6ur]

Realised so late

[@sagargupta2500]

Di, I am really feeling lost. I don't know what I want to do in life. Self-doubt is kicking very hard. I think I am enemy of myself. Not having good marks in CAT, Snap gone bad, XAT seeming tough. With this, I think even I want to do an MBA or not. Though the purpose was only money because in my family my brother is only earning member and striving hard for bread. How you decided Di to go with KZbin, were there thoughts of how your relatives would react to this and people would say to your parents. How people get their Passion in life. Please Di, if this message reaches to you helpme.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Focus on gaining good experience if exams arent working out for you. On YT, not really. I started when I was 30. By that time, you stop caring anyways what the world thinks of you. Since everyone is busy fighting their own battles. Good luck:)

[@rougemen4817]

Hi shatakshi I have applied for ggi but still haven't got any response from your team

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

Wait for atleast a week. My admissions team is evaluating all massive inflow of applications! Good luck.

[@dineshrathi6991]

😢

[@ankitsingh-iy4fd]

Wow 👏

[@Ansh-io5ix]

Hi Shatakshi, I saw your shorts and long form videos. The information you are sharing is valuable and interesting. But the overall quality of your video can be drastically improved with the help of good video editing. And I can help you out with that. In the past I have worked with creators like Kushal Lodha, Akshat Shrivastava, Shweta Arora, and many more. I am trying to reach you out, but I am not getting your email. Can you please share it with me? It will be a big help.

[@Shatakshi.Sharma]

write to my team at [e-mail]

[@khushpreetsinghSingh]

Didi tell me your insta handel I want to talk with you please