Pathways to UMM/MF PE from MBA

I know it's an uphill battle (so many comments like this here), but you only live once so why not. 

I have some MM growth equity experience in an emerging market and also some DCM experience. As an incoming HSW MBA, what do I need to do to maximize my chance of winning this uphill battle?

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