According to Dr. Don Martin, Dean of Admissions at the University of Chicago Booth, it became clear that some negative attributes were a sure way for MBA candidates to fail immediately. These are referred to as the "seven deadly sins," and they are described in this blog post. Falsifying facts, displaying rude or arrogant behavior, making excessive contact, not adhering to instructions, sending incorrect or incomplete information, asking questions you can answer yourself, or making excuses or leaving something unaddressed all fall under the seven deadly sins.