A day too late, but happy International Women’s Day! I had the pleasure to attend the International Women’s Day event hosted by the Ladies Club Amsterdam last night. It was an inspiring evening with a small, but impressive group of women who came together to share their stories of success, strength, vulnerability, and sometimes failure. In…
View PostFor most women, including myself, apologizing is inexorably linked to our understanding of politeness. Saying sorry is second nature to us, and we seldom question our need to apologize for everything. I didn’t realize how often I said sorry. At restaurants I’d say “Sorry I’m allergic to mango.” And at work I’d say, “Sorry I’m…
View PostLike an astute mentor, What They Don’t Teach You At Harvard Business School details vivid business situations to help us get a grip over the “real world.” In this master piece of sorts, Mark H. McCormack , the legend who birthed the sports management and marketing industries, teaches us how to use “people sense” in negotiation, time…
View PostMost of us have felt the adrenaline rush that is characteristic of turning a new leaf, especially if it is something that we’ve diligently worked to attain. Recently, I started a new job. Not only did I wait a long time for this perfect opportunity to come by, but I also had to go through…
View PostRecently, I received a LinkedIn message from a student at my alma mater requesting to speak to me by phone about my employer in light of her interest in private equity. I was slightly thrown off because my employer, as well as my background, is far from private equity. I was not surprised, however, that…
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