Second Interview
I had my second interveiw today. I was first interviewed by an assistant (also an INSEAD alum) of the guy who was supposed to interview me. The assistant was really nice and we talked at length but the big shot was very busy. First of all he came 30 mins late and wrapped up the whole interview in 10 mins. Instead of asking specific question, he asked me to say whatever I wanted to say. It was a disaster, I ended up spending more time talking about unneccessary things like my school and college days and then I realized I had consumed too much airtime and he was getting bored, so, in a hurry I cut down the most important part about work history and goals. By the time I finished my answer, I think he had made up his mind about me. The interview finished in 10 mins and he asked me to fuck off. I was expecting him to at least say a good-luck or some nice words in the end but he didnt have any. Anyways, I dont think he's going to recommend me. If INSEAD interview is a make or break deal, then most probably I'm out of the game. Good luck to all!!
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Hey Neo, that seems very unfair! Considering how important this thing is for an applicant like us, this seems a very very shoddy way to treat an interview. There is only one explanation, (other than the fact that he is a complete jerk). Thy knew this was not the make or break step, and they will give a generic middle ground response to most people.
I think you can get in on the strength of your application, but thats still no excuse for this sort of behavior from them.
Hi Starwalker - Yes I wasnt expecting anything like that. I just hope that INSEAD gives more weightage to essays than interviewer's feedback. Let's see how it turns out. will get to know in 3-4 weeks. Hows it going for you. I see you have a very unique profile. That sure is a big plus.
Hey Neo. I thought it unique too... till i started getting mails from other doctors applying for MBA with stellar scores.... ISB has 15-20 doctors in its present batch.... and considering we are competing for a smaller potential pie, the competition is tougher that you'd think......
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Hi Neo,
You truly have an awesome blog with really some good information.
Appreciate your dedication.
I have a question for you, could you email me at pnj005@gmail.com since I could not find an email address for you.
Thanks.
Novartis, NJ.
not really. maybe it was a bad day for me or something. all the best to you.
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