MBA is one of the most lucrative career options for students. No wonder that there are so many B-schools that are springing up in all countries of the world.

Today, there is so much competition for this career that more than half of the MBA applicants are rejected by most of the B-schools. Hence, students are leaving no stone unturned to make it to the B-school of their dreams- be it studying for the entrance exams, practicing questions, learning essays, resume building, personality development or anything!

MBA requires you to be an effective leader, a good communicator, a multi tasking manager, a dynamic executive and above all an all rounder! Hence aspirants need to develop their personality. As an aspirant there may be some weakness that you possess.

One needs to identify those weaknesses and convert them into your strengths. Personality building and grooming becomes essential here.

First a fall, here is a list of characteristics that fall under the category of ‘personality building and grooming’ required for an MBA aspirant.

• Understanding your own personality
• Optimistic attitude
• Good body language and posture
• Healthy self image
• Clear goals
• Effective presentation of self
• Making first impressions
• A motivator
• A good listener
• Social mannerisms
• Making good conversations
• Effective time manager
• Setting correct priorities
• Controlling moods
• Building a strong memory
• Being a leader
• Meticulous and responsible

Students study hard for entrance exams like GMAT and TOEFL. But laying emphasis on these softer aspects is also important. Leaders in organizations are one who commands respect and respect does come from strong self driven personalities.

Remember: you need to position yourself exclusively to be distinctive from the competition.