Is MBA Worth In 2025? Harvard vs IIM, CAT Exam & Public Speaking | Sandeep Gupta | FO340 Raj Shamani

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(00:00) – Intro

(02:11) – Childhood struggles

(07:05) – Love for grammar

(12:24) – Can homeschooling work today?

(14:00) – Social challenges he faced

(20:00) – How to stand out with your thinking

(24:22) – Unique business ideas

(27:23) – Premature birth & social media

(38:38) – Public speaking tips

(44:45) – Hitler & influence

(47:28) – Why he rejected IIM

(53:26) – Harvard journey & TOP 1% start

(1:03:30) – Can MBA be done in 3 months?

(1:04:14) – Harvard MBA vs IIM

(1:09:09) – MBA cost & ROI

(1:15:42) – Is MBA worth it in 2025?

(1:23:15) – CAT prep & ambition

(1:30:51) – Final thoughts

(1:31:06) – BTS

(1:31:43) – Outro

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In today’s episode, Mr Sandeep Gupta, Founder of TopOnePercent and Asia’s leading GMAT trainer, the man who cracked both Harvard and IIM Ahmedabad but chose to build his path instead dives into his journey from being homeschooled after a childhood trauma to mentoring thousands of students into top B-schools globally.

We talk about what truly sets people apart today, how brain science plays a role in marketing and decision-making, and the real reason most people don’t build extraordinary careers. He also shared why Ivy League MBAs aren’t always what they seem.

We also get into whether MBAs are worth it today, who should do one, and the surprising reason most entrepreneurs don’t need it. This episode is a must if you're trying to stand out in a crowded world.

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