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CAT Preparation Blog

A curated collection of articles by Mr. Sriganesh Subramanian, an IIM Calcutta alumnus and Founder of Dream Chasers, providing practical guidance for CAT aspirants—from making preparation decisions and building effective habits to performing under pressure.

Beyond the Degree: 10 Reasons an MBA Can Accelerate Leadership and Career Growth

A balanced look at how a strong MBA programme can support learning, career mobility, networks and leadership opportunities.

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The First 10 Books Every Ambitious MBA Aspirant Should Read

A starter reading list for aspiring MBA students and young leaders who want to become curious, thoughtful lifelong learners.

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CAT Reading Preparation: 10 Habits to Build Comprehension and Focus

A practical reading plan for CAT aspirants, from building vocabulary and reading volume to analysing RC passages and protecting focused study time.

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CAT 99+ Percentile Preparation: Build the Focus for Deep Work and Exam-Day Accuracy

A practical system for measuring deep work, reducing distractions and building the attention CAT demands.

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The Final 30 Days of CAT Preparation: 20 Focused Ways to Maximise Your Performance

A focused final-month plan for revision, mock analysis, accuracy, stress management and exam-day readiness.

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Handling CAT Under Pressure: 30 Ways to Stay Composed and Perform at Your Best

Thirty practical strategies to manage pressure, protect your judgement and let your preparation show in the final weeks and on CAT exam day.

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Should You Write CAT Again? A Clear Guide to Your Next Move

Via this blog, Sriganesh, Founder of Dream Chasers and an IIM Calcutta alumnus, shares guidance to help CAT and XAT aspirants make a thoughtful decision about another attempt.

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Continuous Learning: The Career Discipline That Keeps You Relevant

Why knowledge workers need to keep learning, identify vulnerable skills and build both frontier capabilities and durable strengths.

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Knowledge with Humility: Why Learning Never Ends

A reflection on how humility keeps learning alive in classrooms, workplaces and leadership.

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