I failed Mckinsey PST, what to do now??

Hello guys! Recently i failed Mckinsey PST test and got very upset. I lost such a great chance to get into Mckinsey. I am 26 year old right now, and now i have ban with a length of 2 years. Is that worth for me to wait another 2 years and apply for same position i applied recently? To be honest, i thought i aced the test when i got out of their office. I read on forums that you just need to score 50-60% in order to pass.

What should i do now?? 2 years seems to be very long, but on the other hand i don't want to work for any other company.

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"Hashirama32" 2 years seems to be very long, but on the other hand i don't want to work for any other company.

If you fail the PST, does that mean you have PPSTSD?

No, seriously, this is a joke, right?

Son, I am disappoint. You seem to have tied up your entire sense of self-worth in McKinsey and their silly ass test.

Options: A. Live in your parents' basement for two years, anticipating that the gossamer embrace of the PST yet again. How you will enjoy reading those ugly bar charts and inane case studies...Sigh. B. Shrug it off and keep doin' what you doin'.

 

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