grad_mba wrote:
On the brighter side, the whole application process has helped me learn more about myself! I am planning to work on my weak areas so that I can apply again in the near future as a stronger candidate.
Very true, grad_mba. I also believe that this application process made me look into myself and think about the future in a completely different manner. And I am planning to work on my weak areas as well. I don't think I will have the enthusiasm to apply again next year. But hopefully I'll be able to utilize my learnings in some other way (Personally and professionally). Anyway, let's see what happens with our rest of the applications.
ps. I had said this to you in a PM as well .. but I truly believe that you have a very strong profile. Don't lose hope by these results. All the best.