A FAILURE!

by Nitin Jain
(New Delhi,India)


It was difficult for me to think of a good career as my low academic profile snatched all my confidence and made me suffer from inferiority complex for a long time. When I failed in class 7th it was less shocking for me, but all my hopes of getting in to a good career shattered when I failed in class 11th. I passed my SSC-CBSE (10th standard) with a miserable score of 44% and did my HSC – Punjab Board (12th Standard) privately and passed with 53% Marks. I appeared for some entrance exams for getting in to army but failed in first attempt itself. Being from a middle class family the expectations and academic failure frustrated me and literally has lost my mental balance to some extent.

Somehow I managed to get admission in BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) and have completed it with 56% marks. During my graduation I realized that for a middle class family only supporting factor is studies and to survive with self-respect I have to be sincere towards my studies.

After my graduation I tried again and appeared for recruitment exams for the army but failed again. I also attempted for CAT to get into IIM’s, and many bank recruitment exams but my preparation was not good enough to even crack the first round.

At last my father asked me to start a business with a loan because he was sure of my failure in all attempts, which I might take further.

I found myself not suitable for business and requested my father not to force me into that and spare me some more time. A golden opportunity came to me when one of my uncle who is a businessman offered a financial assistance if I go abroad for computer studies. After this offer my family thought it as a ray of hope for my career but I knew my weakness in the technical subjects like maths etc and have never studied computers as a full time option so I tried to convince my family to let me peruse a management degree abroad but my father has directly decline my request and I also decided to stick to my area of interest as business management hence have missed the opportunity to study abroad also.

By the virtue of a newspaper I came across an advertisement of institute (IIFTR) in Indore offering masters in Foreign Trade and have applied for the same. Finally got admission because the institute was newly opened and admission was easy.

I went for my masters with a determination to do better. Initially it was difficult for me to concentrate because my past started troubling me every now and then. The environment was also not friendly so I had difficultly in going along with people also.

But everyday I kept remembering that it’s the last chance for me to do my best in the studies and to make my future so I have started spending most of my time in library,cybercafes and with my books. My first presentation in my institute was utter failure because as I wasn’t comfortable with the language and was also not systemically prepared. After reaching hostel I felt humiliated but I elevated my spirits by motivating self to again strike back.

I have not looked back this incident and have done extremely good at all further presentation as well exams. I started identifying my SWOT and have identified many areas for self-improvement. Day and night I have worked on my attitude and have made it positive. I learnt that if you want others to motivate you then first we have to start motivating them and in this way I made the environment around me full of motivation and joy. I stood at third position in my third semester and was my first and last academic excellence, which is really difficult for me to forget. I always remember it as a movement of pride. All of my efforts and academic successes in my masters have positioned me in my institute and friend circle as a sincere and innovative person.

At last I passed my masters degree with 71% marks and stood in top 10 students of my class. Two years of my master’s degree has taught me the value of fortitude & sincerity and I have also realized the meaning of self-motivation during the same.

I got selected through the campus interview and have started my career as management trainee in their export deptt. with a soybean processing company with a stipend of Rs.3500/- per month. I worked sincerely during my 1 year of my work in my first job and have left the job for a better opportunity in Haldiram’s Nagpur with a monthly salary of Rs.6000/- per month. I have worked on some of the crucial export projects successfully and made my mark in the company. Then after the span of 1 year and 3 months I left Haldiram’s and moved to Mumbai to work for a biotech company with a monthly salary of Rs.15000/- per month.

After a year I got a opportunity on a package of Rs20000/- per month, which I have accepted and now working on the scale of Rs.25000/-after two years.

I have never thought that I can ever visit overseas but by the god grace and my hard work I have already visited UK, Germany, Finland & Pakistan.

I have never used any type of canvassing in my job and have explored all new job opportunities by my own efforts. I have overcome my academic low profile, ignorance and severe inferiority complex to regain my mental stability to peruse my career. I have not forgotten my grounds and my hard work to keep my career going on a right direction.

I was a total failure some year ago but now I am happy that I can say that I mean something to world now.

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Feb 20, 2019
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GOING TO FAIL IN 11th NEW
by: AWM/MK14

I wanna be an entrepreneur. I took PCM but now in my final exams, I realized I am not fit for this stream. I am failing in 3 main subjects i.e Chemistry Physics and Maths I didn't studied the whole year coz I never found interesting anything in it. I am feeling very miserable coz i wasted my father's hard earned money and also wasted a year of myself (sry for bad english|)

Jun 09, 2018
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I'm in Bsc sem 6 fail what I am doing I don't know please help me NEW
by: Rahul

I'm in Bsc sem 6 fail what I am doing I don't know please help me

Mar 19, 2018
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Dark days NEW
by: Anonymous

I failed in class 11 a shock of 1000 before a an imp exam of 12 . I am not promoted to class 12

Feb 19, 2018
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wrong decision NEW
by: Anonymous

Iam discontinued my btec degree in mechanical engineering due to the homesickness and take admission in bsc Physics my age is 21 today im mentally depressed about my future im complete this degree in my 23 age
I know no opportunities of job in physics without Msc i have no time to spend in msc course.my decision is totally wrong what can i do plz tell me my mental control is totally losed... Plz help ( my English is not fluent srry)

Jan 22, 2017
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Career problems NEW
by: Anonymous

I'm going through the hard phase these days.I don't know what should I do in exact manner. The problem is I'm in confusion regarding my career. I've no job experience and getting bad grades at the same time. Most of my friends are working and earning well despite of the similar scenarios as mine but I've no idea from where should I start. I'm going to complete my study of Bachelor In Business Studies(BBS) very soon but I'm not confident about doing job at any major position.I'm kinda introvert person who isn't good with numbers.So, I feel like I'm not competent enough to do it. Plus,I've always lacked proper guidance. Hence, I don't know what alternative career I should pursue. I'm just confused right now.

Dec 17, 2016
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need of help NEW
by: Anonymous

Hi i m in big trouble i m 11science student with maths i m failing in my all subjects it was my last chance but i lost it also and as per my school rule if any student fails in exams then he or she would be suspended from school what should i do in this situation ?????pls pls help me pls !!!!!!

Dec 16, 2016
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Made me feel better NEW
by: Anonymous

Good read. If only I could contact the author or find his facebook page to share my own experience.

Sep 13, 2016
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awesome ideas NEW
by: Max

This topic give for us confidence in a brilliant future for every hard-working and growing person. I wish everybody to find yourself and be happy. And I wish a big happiness to the author of this post. Please keep it god posting, because your posts inspired me. If you need any paper help -professionals at custom-paper-writing.org will help you 24/7!

Jan 22, 2016
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Jan 11, 2016
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Need of help NEW
by: Anonymous

I lost my one year in class 11 due my illness. Actually I discontinued my studies for treatment.I took science stream earlier due to pressurizing from my relatives.I was interested in commerce stream .Now my treatment is over I thought of continuing my class 11 and i took commerce stream this time purely on my interest.Due to one year loss, will I fail in future to be with others???Will i successes in future???Or wither i will be pulled back??? PLEASE HELP .................

Oct 26, 2015
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Inspiring NEW
by: Martha

Oh our story was really inspiring and i ma glad that finally you got succeeded in your career. I have also faced such challenges in my life. Like you said its all about hard work and mind set. Next year I am planning to take master graduation.
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Oct 21, 2015
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A FAILURE! NEW
by: Anonymous



What a really awesome post this is. Truly, one of the best posts I've ever witnessed to see in my whole life. Wow, just keep it up.
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Oct 14, 2015
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Failure Issues! NEW
by: Susan Fernando

There are numerous reasons why understudies are failing some of it could be learning disabilities however a great deal not exactly different components. I think learning inabilities particularly ADHD which I would say is only a cop out that terrible schools use. Website

Oct 12, 2015
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A FAILURE NEW
by: Angel Anaa

I have never failed with anything besides I got just 55% imprints in my class tenth this year and now I cannot concentrate well in class eleventh I truly don't what to do and I am truly encouraged up of my studies sometimes I cannot concentrate well I am searching for a vocation. Official website

Sep 21, 2015
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Career guirdline NEW
by: Sumit

Sir I m sumit I m also a failure student i need ur help please contact me on my gmail id gsumit107@gmail.com

Sep 11, 2015
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failure NEW
by: Anonymous

Success comes after 100 failures. website

Jun 09, 2015
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BE POSITIVE AND LIVE EACH MOMENT OF FAILURE AS WELL AS SUCCESS.
by: RJ

I HAD NEVER STOOD FIRST IN CLASS SINCE FROM MY 1ST STD.THOUGH I USED TO BE AMONG TOP 20 BUT NEVER FIRST.I BELIEVE ON HARDWORKING AND AFTER PUTTING 100% EFFORTS ON IIT-JEE FOR 2 YRS AND GETTING VERY VERY POOR SCORE ,I NEED TO BELIEVE ON SMARTWORKING NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE IN THIS WORLD!
ALSO HAR KE JEETNE WALO KO BAZZIGAR KEHTE HAI!
SO BE READY TO BECOME BAZZIGAR GUYS! ALL THE BEST!THANK YOU SIR! lets do something toofani this time !!!!

Feb 27, 2015
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I am also a failure
by: Puneet

I have failed in my final exam of class 11. But after rreading your story and the hardship u faced.
I think my failure is nothing .
Thank you sir for giving me hope and confidence that I can also achieve my
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Feb 18, 2015
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Best inspirational story
by: Anonymous

i really like your hardwork and commitment. If u keep trying even after life puts u back, you r definitely going to go beyond ur expectations!!!😊😊😊

Sep 06, 2014
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Same Story
by: Anonymous

Brother, Such a worthy struggle u did, I appreciate that, similar story is mine. failed 4th times of medical entrance exam, it was my dream since childhood, then I took admission in BSC In Government College During my medical preparation, I dropped BSC (Biggest Mistake of my life. Still don't know why ) , then I chose BA (Private) , now Third year of Arts, got very marks until. What can I do now?

Aug 10, 2014
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Thanks every one!
by: Nitin Jain

Thanks every one for the appreciations.Today I am earning above lakh per month and would like to thanks god for it. Keep faith and keep marching towards success.

Nitin Jain

Jul 28, 2014
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searching solution
by: Rahman

i failed in 10th board exam now..i'm really confused,i can't take any decision.i;m really disappointing.i'm dull in studies....if somebody have any solution please help me...

Jul 09, 2014
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I am failure
by: Akash

Sir, I am a 10th fail in 2007, I will give exam In 10th three time but I am not passed in exam, now I am too much confused in my life, what can I do & which way is best for me, if you have a some good idea so please help me?

Jul 01, 2014
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failiure
by: purujit

Sir,i have never failed with anything but i got only 62% marks in my class 10th this year.....and now i cant study well in class 11th i am in cbse board i really don't what to do and i am really fed up of my studies i cant study well i am looking for a job if u can help me it will be really thankful!

May 30, 2014
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I'm failure
by: Anonymous

I m stuck in sea of failure very badly. I was class 12 regular student in 2011- 2012 but I got failed that year and than I studied 12th as private candidate every thing was going smoothly but due to my bad luck I suffered from jaundice and not able to give my board exams.. I lost all my hope and again I appeared in class 12 th in 2013-2014 I have done lots of hard work and gave my 100% but don't know what happen I was not able to pass my exam... I m completely broken, don't know what to do, all my dreams are shattered please sir help me... what should I do for my bright future.. help me :'(

thank you sir

May 30, 2014
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a failure
by: anonymous

Sir need your help,
I m stuck in sea of failure very badly. I was class 12 regular student in 2011- 2012 but I got failed that year and than I studied 12th as private candidate every thing was going smoothly but due to my bad luck I suffered from jaundice and not able to give my board exams.. I lost all my hope and again I appeared in class 12 th in 2013-2014 I have done lots of hard work and gave my 100% but don't know what happen I was not able to pass my exam... I m completely broken, don't know what to do, all my dreams are shattered please sir help me... what should I do for my bright future.. help me :'(

thank you sir..

Apr 21, 2014
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Tension is not the way of failure. ....
by: Anonymous

Now I'm read in class 12 but I was very depressed from last some months because I wasn't satisfied with my study. I can't score good marks even i failed but I'm not a bad student & the main thing I'm a village girl , I can't do anything so easily not even business or other work.if I can'tanything my next step is getting married. I am inspired by this article. I also can do everything & I will PROVE it.
"MY LIFE MY CHOICE"

Mar 29, 2014
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Help!
by: Anonymous

I am a PCMB student in 11th right now. i am fearing that i might fail in physics. if i fail in one subject will i hav to repeat the whole year? what should i do then..?? does failing in 11th matter?? or is it that just 12th matters..i am in maharashtra board..

Oct 02, 2013
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failure is an event not a person
by: Anonymous

When i was in class 12 i got 47% marks and failed in one subject.. All relatives brothers sisters neighbours laughed at me.. Most of them declared me a useless junk.. But later on i have cleared 12 class and today i have completed my engineering degree from uttar pradesh technical university.. Not everybody is perfect.. It takes lot of hard work, determination to never give up to be perfect.. now nobody laughs at me..

Sep 01, 2013
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THANK YOU
by: Anonymous

I was looking for something like this. Thanx. Tommorow I have Accenture's Placement...You are the reason I will attend it. Thanx again.

Jun 13, 2013
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Never Give Up
by: MBS

Try try But Never Cry !!!!

Oct 05, 2012
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Inspiring
by: Prakash

Inspiring Indeed :)

May 21, 2012
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I AM A FAILURE TOO
by: ARPAN

I am a failure too but by reading your story...I am gonna to try again to get an improvement in me and it's my promise to me I am gonna to make it for sure and next I am when I am gonna open your story again and comment on dis i am gonna say that I DID IT...

Oct 06, 2011
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Inspirational
by: Anonymous

Inspiring. Wishing you future success and happiness!

May 09, 2010
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Me also
by: Anonymous

I also failed in class 12 and later i became an engineer and leading a respectful average life, so future success is mostly dependent on current hard work.

May 09, 2010
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Failure is a sucsess
by: Shivam Sharma

well done I am also fail in class 11th but inspire by you i do better.

Nov 02, 2008
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Congrats!!!!!
by: Syam Sunder

Dear Nitin and all,
Great Story.
We cannot change our academic history; But we can define and Create history. You, me and every body have a SUPER HIGHWAY AHEAD TO GO

Oct 23, 2007
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A Very Good Model
by: Syam Sunder

He is A very good model for every one who is not able to make their life due to their negative thoughts from the past life

Removing the negative thoughts from our mind is a life long process.


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