FORE SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT, NEW DELHI

PERSONALITY ENHANCEMENT CELL

Personality Development Programme

Name:

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Guidelines:

1. The answers should be typed in font size 12 points in Times New Roman with 1.15 line
spacing. The text should be justified.
2. The answers should be within the word limited, specific, and to the point.
3. Check for grammatical mistakes and spelling errors thoroughly before submitting.
4. Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, and Result) method to answer the questions
efficiently:
● Situation: Set the scene and give the necessary details of your example.

● Task: Describe what your responsibility was in that situation.

● Action: Explain the steps taken to address the situation.

● Result: Share what outcomes your actions achieved and what you learned out of
them.

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Question 1: Tell us about yourself. (Word Limit: 300 words)

Answer: My name is Subham raj

I am 24 years old and I am from Patna.

I did my Graduation in zoology hons form veer Kunwar Singh University Ara. Also, I
published a research paper on carbon capture.

About my family, there are 5 members including me, my mother, father and elder sister
and younger brother.

My hobbies are numismatic, swimming and observing surroundings.

My strengths are I am a quick learner and a multitasker.

And my weakness is I am an overthinker and and weak communication skills

In my free time - I watch learning content on YouTube and teach myself.

It's all about myself.

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Question 2: What do you like to do outside of work? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: Other than your professional work we have to engage in some kind of work which you
like and make you physically and mentally strong because health will impact your professional
life also. So I am doin some physical exercise, like I do swimming for being healthy and and
work with some NGO that's make me feel happy and satisfied. Extra curricular activities other
than work is as important as work. We have to maintain our work life balance apart from that I
watch YouTube in my free time.

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Question 3: What is your most proud accomplishment to date? (Word Limit: 200 words)

Answer: Doing research as a graduate student is likely working one step further than you should
be. In today's world pollution becomes one of the major issue and the pollution through veichels
is one of the biggest concern of growing pollution. As a intern researcher I got an opportunity to
be a part of on going research about reduce gas emissions from silencer and convert carbon gas
into solid material. After successfully completing our research, we published it through a famous
journal "American chemical society" with Impact factor 3.22.

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Question 4: What makes you stand out from other applicants? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: I'm sure you've got a long list of qualified and talented candidates for the role.
One thing that sets me apart is my ability to dive deep to smooth out complicated processes.
At my previous role, work as a researcher helps me to expand my knowledge and change
my perspective, my mindset is now more diversified.

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Question 5: What motivates you to put in your best effort? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: I am motivated by being able to make beneficial contribution . Whether it is

analyzing a situation or project to resolve an issue.

As a goal oriented individual I am motivated by the project goals. I love exceeding

expectations and providing the highest value possible. Most of the times till this moment I
am allotted freedom to implement new ideas- which ultimately prove to be effective.

During my research on carbon capture I remember whenever there was something new to
work on, I always took my shot to lead that topic.

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Question 6: How do you deal with criticism? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: Criticism can lead you to a negative mindset as well as depressed. When someone
critics on my communication skill i starts felling low on energy and worry about how to
improve it but I take it as a challenge and change my Criticism into motivation, that's
remind me to improve my communications skills.

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Question 7: How do you respond to change? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: Change is the law of nature. We always faces changes in our life in different form.
After working for my family business now i shift to persuing my master's study gives me an
opportunity to improve myself if many aspects like skills, personality etc. Changes always
teach you something in your life it may be good or bad but it will teach you definitely.

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Question 8: What are your greatest strengths? (Word Limit: 200 words)

Answer: Strength is competitive in nature. So whenever I saw myself calm in tough

situation, specially when other panic and do mistake in their desicion. Being calm in tough
situation can leads to better desicion making.

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Question 9: What are your greatest weaknesses? (Word Limit: 200 words)

Answer: Weakness are generally competitive in nature, so I am have to always find our
weakness regarding how others are better than me. My found that I am unable to
communicate with other frequently specially when they are strangers. So currently I am
working on it and try to improve it.

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Question 10: What are your short-term and long-term goals? (Word Limit: 300 words)

Answer: "The BUTTERFLY EFFECT" If you want to be prominent in your carrier you
have to focus on small changes, because small changes lead to big progress. So, in next
couple of years I have to improve my Personality like my communication skills, acceptance
of diversity and many more. In long term I have to work of change in corporate society in
respect of work culture as make positive social and environmental impact, the kind of
impact that improves people's lives, preserves the environment, builds communities, and
so, so much more.

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Question 11: How would you describe your ideal job? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer:

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Question 12: Tell us something that’s not mentioned in your resume. (Word Limit: 200
words)

Answer: I attribute my educational record to my competitive nature. I’m always looking

for new challenges. Last year I competed in my first triathlon and I’ve hooked ever since .
in my free time, you usually find me training. I also value the peace and focus. I’ve gained
through my efforts to continuously improve.

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Question 13: Why should we not hire you? (Word Limit: 200 words)

Answer: To be honest, I do not see a single reason for you to not hire me. But I also
understand that my perspective is limited.

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Question 14: Why did you decide to pursue an MBA? (Word Limit: 200 words)

Answer: MBA helps you develop top tier management skills and definitely provides better
opportunities for working professionals. During an MBA one can learn a lot about the
business environment thus opening a door for you towards entrepreneurship.

All these factors made me realize that MBA is the course that can bring the most out of me.

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Question 15: Do you think you can motivate others? Give us an example. (Word Limit: 150
words)

Answer: I’ve found a couple of great ways to motivate team members. One of my favorites
is empowering them to make more decisions and helping them grow their skills each day on
my team. For instance, in my last role, I had a team member who was struggling to

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Question 16: Rate yourself on a scale of 1-10 as a team player? Justify. (Word Limit: 150
words)

Answer: According to my perspective I can rate myself a 7 because of two important

aspects:

# I am a great believer in giving people feedback. People are unaware of their performance
if they don’t get feedback.

# I also believe in consulting my team members in matters relating to their work. Not only
people tend to feel more valued when they’re consulted, but often I can be made aware of
important matters that I previously wasn’t aware of.

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Question 17: What would your friends or teammates say about you? (Word Limit: 150
words)

Answer: As per my opinion my friends or teammates would describe me as extremely

helpful.

They know that I am always eager to assist others so they come to me anytime they need
problem solving.

They would also say that I am a great communicator and kind towards others even when
they are not kind towards me.

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Question 18: Tell us about a time when you displayed leadership skills. (Word Limit: 200
words)

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Question 19: Tell us about a time you managed a conflict. (Word Limit: 200 words)

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Question 20: Describe your most challenging project or situation. What was your role?
(Word Limit: 200 words)

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Question 21: Tell us about a time you faced an ethical or moral dilemma and how you
handled the situation? (Word Limit: 150 words)

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Question 22: Tell us about a time you failed or made a mistake. (Word Limit: 150 words)

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Question 23: Tell us about a time you had to handle pressure. (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: There is all going good in my life until pandemic hits in India. After COVID 19
spread out i work in my family business which is of resort and during pandemic there is a
frequent cancellation happened due to some reasons which leads to loss because we have to
pay for our preparation in advance, at that time I understand the importance of wating list
and now i take record of all customers who are unable to book my resort due to already
booked and then I call the if any cancellation happen. Almost 30 persent of cancellation are
rebooked that's reduce our losses. So we should change our work style according to
situation.

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Question 24: Tell us about a time you had to learn something quickly. (Word Limit: 150
words)

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Question 25: How do you balance work and personal life? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: There is a thin line between my professional and personal space. I just try not to
cross it. One rule that we have at home is that no phones are allowed near us while we have
our meals. Apart from that, I make sure to spare 2 hours for my well-being. I use up this
time to work out, catch up on any reading to do, or just spend quality time with my family.
That way, my work stays at the office, and I get time for myself at home.

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Question 26: If you were an animal, which one would you be? (Word Limit: 150 words)

Answer: I would be an eagle. Always flying above the others, trying to reach the heights.
Because that’s exactly what I try to achieve in my career. I do not aim for second place.
And it is also the reason why I chose sales for my profession–sky is the limit, and you also
need sharp claws and quick reactions to grab your prey, to outclass your competitors.
Eagle is definitely an animal that fits my personality more than any other animal.

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