They Said I Wasn’t Harvard Material — How I Got Into HBS Anyway

What does it take to get into Harvard Business School when people around you doubt whether you’re “Harvard material”? In this episode, we explore the journey of an Indian IT engineer who challenged assumptions, built a compelling personal narrative, and ultimately secured admission to HBS. This conversation goes beyond inspiration — it reveals the strategy, mindset, and preparation that helped turn self-doubt into success.

In this video, you’ll learn:
* How to position an unconventional or common background for top MBA programs
* Why storytelling and introspection matter more than credentials alone
* The importance of starting early and building clarity of purpose
* How to stand out without consulting, finance, or elite brand experience
* What Harvard Business School looks for in applicants
* Lessons for applicants facing rejection or self-doubt

If you’re applying to top MBA programs and wondering whether your profile is strong enough, this story will help you rethink what’s possible.

👉 Low GPA, 5 GMAT Attempts & a PR Career — Yet She Got Into Wharton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWB59Ci1cok

👉 They Said It Was Impossible — He Got Into Harvard, Stanford, MIT, Yale https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=laaWfh6MLNE

Get in touch with Abhijay for GMAT / MBA consultation:
- My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abhijayvuyyuru/
- My YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCODkOkw7WmA7pA6qa4csdJw
- My Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abhijayarora_/

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Video Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:50 Abhijay’s Background
01:33 When I Started thinking about MBA
02:30 Starting the Application Process
05:04 My Career Path
06:37 Navigating the Application Pool
09:00 Big Picture Lesson
10:39 Selling yourself in the Application
12:49 Unconventional Profile in your Strength
14:30 GMAT Preparation
19:06 Conclusion

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