I think you have the potentials to make it to the top!
Consider your 1st CD as a testament of your ‘Will power’ that you do have the ‘hunger’ to succeed.
I know how agonizing and hard it is to let your talent out, and most importantly the 1st step should be a pleasant experience but its not always necessary.
So go for it Chanda, the whole GS is behind you 
Right guys? 