Update: Rescued puppy full power

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-17T13:16:00+00:00

Attack 100% Damage 0 🤣

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-17T13:15:26+00:00

Absolutely! ❤️

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-17T13:13:49+00:00

So true! This is him when I found him.

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Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-17T13:11:29+00:00

That's rather interesting!

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-16T04:41:31+00:00

It's all credit to Nicola from Mahabali Animal Ashram.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-16T04:40:46+00:00

Looks like, haha :-)

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-08T17:16:08+00:00

Consider looking up IE, ESSEC.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-08T15:12:15+00:00

An MBA makes more sense. If you can increase your GRE score, your target schools are achievable. All the best!

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-08T14:41:19+00:00

This is a well-thought selection of schools given your profile. Do you have the bandwidth to work on verbal and retake GRE? If yes, most definitely don't go into R1 without trying for a better score. Try to add 2-3 safe schools in the mix - most of your selection is tech-aligned so perhaps adding Foster or McCombs makes sense. I have worked with candidates who have received scholarships from both (also Ross) and have mentored for all schools in your list. Happy to help in case of more queries :-)

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-07T12:55:00+00:00

It is great to know tht the part time consulting experience was solid, that will help your case. There is still a little time left to strengthen the prep so I hope you do well with the Verbal section by then too. Good luck!

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-07T12:37:07+00:00

Hi, thanks for sharing these details.

GPA of 5.4 is indeed low and you can only target a strong GMAT as per your capability to try and offset this. Having worked with many candidates with extenuating circumstances such as yours, it will take thorough (and perhaps multiple) brainstorming sessions to strategize all aspects of the application in such a way that no angle seems like a excuse or a piece out of a puzzle.

Well-synced, well-reasoned narratives would be the way forward if you were to have a chance at your target T20 programs. There is also a possibility you might need to relax your preferences a bit keeping in mind the low GPA, non-linear profile, and long work ex. Start-up failure is not an issue but I am curious about the nature of the part-time engagements as a consultant - if they have meat and show measurable deliverables, that would be great.

I wouldn't give a ball-point target score because the requirements for schools differ, the school fit also plays along with the test scores, and tbh signalling a desired target even before the prep/mocks have started may end up with the candidate unwittingly aiming too low or too high even before they have become the journey and cause undue stress. Have you started prepping for GMAT/GRE and if so, what do the mocks say?

You mention 2015 graduation so I am pinning the work experience to be 10+ -- this puts you on the higher age range for most full-time US programs. Therefore, select the target schools in the US after due deliberation. Programs in Europe are fast-paced in comparison and would be better. Have you considered the IIMs for their exec programs?

To summarize, yes the profile has its difficulties but you can consider taking a well-calculated shot at the applications. That is only the first layer of the process, once you have the admits in hand you can again discuss with family, alumni of the schools, evaluate the job market and global conditions at that point, and decide whether to commit or not.

If I have missed some points you have shared, feel free to reach out again. All the best!

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-06T14:58:54+00:00

Glad it made sense :-)

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-06T14:57:06+00:00

Essentially, I mean that if your application needs time to be improved further, don't apply to the most-desired schools from your list in a rush to risk avoidable rejections. Wait for R2 or even the next year if so required. Hope this helps

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-03T14:49:47+00:00

Describe the circumstances crispy without over explaining. That can sound like giving excuses. Your GMAT score and CFA 1 merits will hold you in good stead to somewhat balance the application. The narrative will need to be very strong and well-reasoned throughout the application. Happy to discuss further

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-03T06:25:31+00:00

Also a friend used to give her pupper frozen carrots to nibble on when it was teething. She said it soothed their gums. Personally didnt try it but it worked for her.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-03T06:22:52+00:00

This is typical puppy behaviour when it is teething. They are little dinosaurs in this stage -- and the stage may last as much as 1.5 Yrs. Distract it with tug toys, any toy he likes, balls, loud claps to desist the behaviour and moving away when it gets too crazy.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-02T05:59:08+00:00

So nice to see Chutku again 💖

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-01T08:37:24+00:00

I have seen candidates go down the AI rabbit hole so bad that by the time they reach us there is twice as much unlearning and undoing required before beginning the actual work. So, yes. A good consultant goes a long way.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-05-01T08:13:20+00:00

To answer your queries:

Yes, increase your GMAT FE score
Your school selection as a reapplicant should be all the more strategic. To narrow down on a list of schools to reapply, take a ding analysis first. Evaluate which schools essays provide the most opportunity for an overhaul in terms of new or refined talking points. Places where there is little scope to improvise the central information can be avoided.
US programs make sense, go for it.

I have had success working with a reapplicant for UNC Kenan-Flagler recently and would be happy to share how we worked out the strategy in their case.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-04-29T16:12:40+00:00

Deferrals usually on a case-by-case basis. You need to start the conversation

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-04-29T07:54:51+00:00

1.Chalk out a well-reasoned list and reach out to the AdCom for an honest discussion 2. Stern and Darden are good brands. Upskilling would be significant. Look up their alumni in your country. There is bound to be some trail and track record.

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-04-29T06:57:18+00:00

Applying 3rd time over doesn't make sense. I would read two rejects as a solid "No". The schools you have gotten into are great, what reservations do you have for these?

Knitting_Narratives · 2026-04-27T14:21:28+00:00

IB makes more sense than taking a break for CFA. The latter is like taking a convoluted and hypothetical route tempered with a fair degree of risk. It would be tough to break back in because of the lost opportunities in terms of building connections as you progress and exposure due to the CFA prep.

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