2) Over-achievers -These are the people whose achievements will reach your way before they set foot into the boundaries of the campus. These people are the ones who have done things you have been dreaming about all your life, the ones who are similar to you because you both are standing on the same platform and still they are way different than you. These are the “famous” ones.
3) Too-Lazy-to-give-a-Damn - The majority will fall in this category. The ones who are silently observing others, the ones who don’t give a damn about making a mark on the “WhatsApp” groups. These are the ones who open those 200 messages beeping on the screen just because that green notification light is irritating. You’ll find that all their groups or social networking apps are on mute.
After going through a month of this, I finally entered the premises of one of the premium institute of India. As soon as I landed, the first thing that hit me was that when I boarded the flight, the temperature was 46 degrees and when I landed the temperature was 22 degrees. Bangalore has such a breathtaking weather, the cold breeze, the soft subtle raindrops, the smell of Earth after rain and the greenery, everything was picture perfect.
As I walked through the stone walls towards my room in the Old blocks, I felt a sense of pride in my existence and before this place I had no idea that something you do only to add a “piece of paper” in your resume could form such a huge part of your life or can challenge you in ways that it changes the very core of your identity.
The time that I have already spent in this place has been nothing less than a lesson. I am the person who used to sleep for 18 hours straight (My personal best) and here, I average on 4 hours a day. Collectively as a batch, we have had the opportunity to arrange a 2-day fest at a short notice of 4 days while attending classes and doing assignments simultaneously. I have given 15 club interviews in one night, have done tasks for all of them in 5 hours and still managed to NOT get through even one of them. I have had my ups and I have had my downs and to be honest, I have enjoyed both equally.
The past one year in this place has been a humbling experience. Whatever I have done in my life, someone here has done it better. This place does not just teach you “Business Management”, trust me you can learn that on Coursera or EdX equally well, but the real lessons lies in the tolerance, patience and adaptability you learn. It changes your beliefs and knowledge and provides you with the opportunity to explore what you can do more. This place teaches you through your peers, it makes you come out of your comfort zone and communicate. You take responsibility for everything you do. This place treats you like an adult.
Yes, it is not easy to survive and excel among the best brains of the country but it is really not as difficult as portrayed. This place taught me how easily I can do well if I managed my time well and set my priorities right.
IIMs are not just about the four walls behind which people mug day in and day out, It’s a place where you learn by experiencing and experimenting. You’ll study hard but you’ll LITERALLY party harder!
You will meet people who’ll say that you’re nothing if you do not have 3+ CGPA or if you don’t have 98% in your 10th and 12th but you will also meet people who got placed in top-notch firm despite having a back in the first year!
You will find people who’ll underestimate you, judge you, bitch about you but then you’ll also find people who’ll support you, encourage you, hold you when you’re down and walk that extra mile for you.
You will run, you will definitely fall, you will rest, you will doubt, you will cry but then you will look up, smile and walk again.
Welcome To IIMB people, it is not a destination; It is the journey. :)
Comments
shashank yadav
Amazing article !!
11 Mar 2017, 05.17 AM
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Ruchi Singh
thank you so much :)
11 Mar 2017, 02.07 PM |
Sarvan Scarlet
Astounding and impressive !!! Good work.. Expecting more blogs :)
11 Mar 2017, 07.28 AM
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Ruchi Singh
that's very encouraging... thank you so much :)
11 Mar 2017, 02.08 PM |
priya jagan
awesome :)
12 Mar 2017, 09.01 AM
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Ruchi Singh
I am glad you enjoyed the post :)
12 Mar 2017, 11.05 AM |
Tanya Talwar
You will run, you will definitely fall, you will rest, you will doubt, you will cry but then you will look up, smile and walk again.............................. That's the best line with the most honest Description I have ever heard
12 Mar 2017, 03.56 PM
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Ruchi Singh
that's so sweet... thank you so much :)
13 Mar 2017, 07.22 AM |
Ruchi Singh
I hope you find your peace,mate :)
14 Mar 2017, 10.23 AM
Abirbhav Mukherjee
Abirbhav is curious about the details and the logic behind the things around him. He also loves travelling, photography and exploring the uncharted territories. Abirbhav is an alumnus of IIM Trichy (MBA 2016-2018 batch) and is currently working with L&T Hydrocarbon (Corporate Strategy). Passionate about the world of automobiles, Abirbhav has worked in various roles in Cummins, Keihin and Mitsubishi Electric prior to joining IIM Trichy. Abirbhav was also a member of the InsideIIM Student Team 3.0. He has also won L&T OutThink 2017 B-School competition and has represented India as a Youth Delegate in Sri Lanka. He would love to hear from you on Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram.
Very well written..!! Great story..!!
19 Mar 2017, 12.28 PM
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Ruchi Singh
Thank you so much.. it means a lot :)
20 Mar 2017, 12.28 PM |
Kushal Kabra
Believe me, I got goosebumps after reading your story. Definitely, it's NOT just motivating it's above ALL. Thanks
13 Jul 2017, 11.04 AM
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Ruchi Singh
thank you so much. It means a lot :)
4 Jan 2018, 11.17 PM |
OutOfTheBox Ron
22, Bibliophile, Lover of Solitude, Love travelling and love food.
One of the most honest blogs about life at IIM-B I've read, as of this moment. I would indeed appreciate more posts from you. :D.
17 May 2020, 06.16 PM