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So y'all know I'm a sucker for a good “know thyself” moment, and Dominic came in hot with a masterclass on self-mastery, curiosity, and the very real power of actually liking yourself. We talked about how most of us have been taught to look outside ourselves for approval, instruction, and even identity, and how the real work (the delicious, messy, glorious work) is in turning inward. Dominic broke down the concept of finding your “edges”, those fear-based borders that show us where we've stopped exploring, and how real growth happens when we gently push past them. He compared it to lifting in the gym: you don't go from squatting 185 to 400 overnight. You show up, you stay curious, and you chip away at those limitations rep by rep, choice by choice. Preach.And when he started talking about the body? Oof, I felt that. If you've ever worked with me, you know I'm all about reconnecting with your body after years of diet culture disconnection. Dominic echoed this hard, reminding us that movement isn't about aesthetics, it's about discovering what your body can do, and using that information to fuel your emotional and even spiritual well-being. We had this moment talking about crying at sunrises (yes, I cry at sunrises now, don't come for me), and it all tied back to being present enough, grounded enough, nourished enough in your body and your nervous system, to actually feel the beauty of life. This episode was like a deep stretch for the soul. You're gonna want to hear it.As always, I hope something lands with you today. I hope something you hear tugs at your heart strings and/or I hope you laugh.Bio: Dominic, known as the Inner Peace Advisor, helps people around the world access a deeper state of self-awareness and lasting inner peace. Drawing from a unique blend of coaching, NLP, Tantra, and remote healing, along with degrees from Stanford (B.S. in Engineering) and Wharton (MBA), he guides clients in dissolving limiting beliefs and aligning with their true selves. His approach is rooted in contemplation, self-knowledge, and the belief that inner peace is not an emotion, but a powerful state of being that transforms how we engage with life.Music by Prymary: Sean Entrikin (my hot husband) on guitar, Chris Quirarte on drums, Smiley Sean on keyboards, Rob Young on bass, and Jaxon Duane on vocals.Connect with Dominic!Website: https://explorewithdominic.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerpeaceadvisorWhere can you find me?Linktree: https://linktr.ee/beautifulbeastwithinstudiosTired of battling your body? What if food felt easy, movement felt good, and your worth had nothing to do with a number?I help people break free from the cycle of diets, guilt, and shame so they can feel at home in their bodies again. No more rules. No more punishment. Just support, compassion, and a path toward peace.Curious what that could look like for you? Book a free, no-pressure chat and let's talk about it.https://beautifulbeastwithinstudios.com/exploration-chat-schedulingAffiliate LinksBreakthrough Coaching Certification: If you feel called to help others heal or grow, Sean Smith's Breakthrough Coaching Certification is where that calling becomes real. https://coachseansmith.ontraport.net/t?orid=27037&opid=43Opus Clip: I use Opus Clip mostly for captions, and it's a game-changer for turning long videos into usable clips. If you use my link, it supports the show, and I appreciate you big time! https://www.opus.pro/?via=1118d2Mary Kay: Listen… I've been using Mary Kay since I was 17. I'm 40 now and people still ask me what college I go to. Not really, but you get the idea. Grab your faves here: https://www.marykay.com/kaitienoelleUnveil the Beautiful Beast Within YOU!Zoom Background:By Behr

A little more than decade ago, Travis Page was hauling gear off a tour bus, criss-crossing the country with indie bands. One late night, sweat-soaked and exhausted, he noticed fans waiting in the rain simply to glimpse their favourite artist. Passion like that ought to power a business, he thought. That backstage epiphany still guides him as CFO of Crunchyroll, the world's largest anime platform.After the music industry's 2007 crash, Page hit reset—trading road cases for a Wharton MBA and, soon after, a seat at Barclays Capital. Covering entertainment firms during the Lehman-to-Barclays transition gave him, he laughs, “a five-year education in two.” The intensity paid seemed to pay off: at 30, he was head of finance at Remark Media, then a corporate-development deal maker at Demand Media.Sony Pictures Entertainment came calling next. Page helped stitch together seven anime acquisitions, culminating in Funimation's purchase and, later, the Crunchyroll merger. When Sony needed a strategic CFO to scale the nascent service, his boss put his name forward—before even asking him. He accepted on the spot.Today, Crunchyroll counts “over 15 million subscribers in 200 countries,” Page tells us, triple the total since the 2021 merger. His playbook pairs disciplined capital allocation with fan-first intuition: license or co-produce 99 percent of content in Japan, then “explode” each franchise across streaming, film, and consumer products. Finance's role? Embedded FP&A analysts sit in strategy off-sites, ensuring every creative gamble lands on a sound financial stage—just like those fans waiting in the rain taught him years ago.

Breaking Free of Your Boxes   Unlocking Freedom Through Wealth: How Betsy Pepine Built a Real Estate Empire Rooted in Debt-Free Living What if the secret to wealth wasn't just making more—but making smart, intentional choices with what you already have? In this powerful episode of Richer Soul, Betsy Pepine shares the remarkable story of how she went from a frugal childhood in New Jersey to becoming a best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, and leader of one of the top real estate brokerages in the U.S. Her philosophy? Live below your means, stay out of debt, and use money as a tool for freedom—not flash. Keep reading to discover how Betsy's old-school money values led to next-level success.   Key Takeaways: Freedom Is the Ultimate Currency. Betsy doesn't chase money for status—it's all about freedom of choice. Whether it's the freedom to give generously, pivot professionally, or sleep soundly at night, financial independence gives her control over her destiny. Debt-Free Living Is a Superpower. Raised by parents who shunned debt (aside from a mortgage), Betsy never bought anything she couldn't pay for in cash. This mindset helped her grow her wealth without compromising her peace of mind—even when financial experts told her to leverage more. Entrepreneurship Isn't About Money—It's About Impact. From her first childhood hustle to building Pepine Realty, Betsy always had an entrepreneurial drive. But her motivation wasn't the money—it was about creating options and helping others, especially families in housing crisis through her nonprofit, Pepine Gives. Lead with Intention, Not Ego. Despite her high-profile endorsements from Barbara Corcoran, Dave Ramsey, and Glenn Beck, Betsy remains grounded. Her approach to leadership, family, and business is rooted in humility, service, and vision.   Money Learnings: Betsy learned about money by observing her parents, who lived frugally and prioritized saving over spending. They avoided debt at all costs—except for a mortgage, which they paid off quickly. Though she thought they were poor, it was a deliberate choice to live below their means and fund their children's education debt-free. This instilled in her a deep respect for financial discipline, a preference for peace of mind over leverage, and the belief that money is best used as a tool for freedom.   About Betsy Pepine: Betsy Pepine is a real estate powerhouse, educator, and philanthropist. As the founder and broker-owner of Pepine Realty, she has led her team to national recognition, including repeated listings on the Inc. 5000, Top 50 Florida Companies to Watch, and Florida Trend's Best Companies to Work For. Beyond her brokerage, Betsy runs a real estate school, a title company, and a property management firm. She's a Wharton MBA, a Duke economics grad, and founder of Pepine Gives, a nonprofit helping at-risk families with housing.   Key Discussion Points: How childhood perceptions of money shape adult financial behavior. Why Betsy never cared about keeping up with the Joneses—even when she could. The misunderstood relationship between wealth and worth. How to build businesses aligned with your values, not just profits. Why mentorship from legends like Barbara Corcoran matters (and how she earned it). Practical tools for keeping your team aligned and inspired.   Conclusion: In a world obsessed with appearances and fast money, Betsy Pepine is a breath of fresh air—proof that timeless principles still win. Her journey shows us that when you align your values with your financial decisions, wealth becomes not just a number—but a life of purpose, peace, and power.   Links: https://betsypepine.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betsypepine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsypepine/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/betsypepine   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

Discover how to identify and break free from the invisible boxes holding you back with successful entrepreneur and author Betsy Pepine. Learn powerful strategies from an Inc. 5000 company founder and Wharton MBA graduate who's helped countless others transform their lives by challenging conventional limitations and redefining success on their own terms.==========================================

In this episode, we sit down with Wesley Tillu, a Wharton MBA graduate and partner at S32, to discuss the evolving landscape of AI and Deep Tech investing. Wesley shares insights on identifying lasting value in AI startups, where value will concentrate in the sector, and his journey into venture capital, including his time at In-Q-Tel, the CIA's venture arm. Tune in for a compelling conversation with a leading investor at the forefront of Deep Tech innovation.

Today on the show, we welcome Alexis Barber, Author of the new book, TOO SMART FOR THIS: A Journal to Build Self-Trust and Stop Settling for Less Than You Deserve. Alexis is many things: a popular content creator, founder and owner of Too Collective, and a Wharton MBA candidate. Her new book, TOO SMART FOR THIS, is a guide to recognizing that the answers you're looking for are already within you, and you're actually too smart not to see how amazing you are. Alexis guides readers to build a foundation of self-love and strength, all while encouraging their ambitions and dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the outfield to the office, Sam Fuld has built a career in "America's favorite pastime"--baseball. Host Graham Richmond sits down with Fuld, current General Manager of the Philadelphia Phillies and a student in the Wharton MBA program. Fuld is widely known for his successful career as an MLB outfielder and his transition into the Phillies' front office, where he has played a key role in shaping the team's strategy and performance. Now, as he pursues his MBA at Wharton, Fuld is preparing for a major transition to the role of President of Business Operations upon his graduation in 2026. This episode explores the intersection of baseball and business, discussing why Fuld decided to pursue an MBA, how the degree is preparing him for his future role, and what lessons he's learned along the way.

1169 UFOs, DMT & Bitcoin: Is Reality a Cosmic Blockchain? Aliens. Psychedelics. Bitcoin. What if I told you they're all connected—not just in some abstract, metaphysical way, but in a mind-blowing, paradigm-shattering way that could rewrite everything we think we know about reality? Paul Hynek, son of legendary UFO researcher J. Allen Hynek, joins Richard to reveal the hidden nexus between extraterrestrial intelligence, DMT, and Bitcoin. Could UFOs be AI-driven entities operating on an advanced blockchain economy? Is Bitcoin a primitive version of an interstellar currency? And could DMT function as a communication protocol linking us to higher-dimensional beings? On this episode, we go beyond government disclosure, beyond speculation—diving deep into the digital, the psychedelic, and the intergalactic. If you think you understand reality, prepare to have your mind rewired. GUEST: Paul Hynek is a Wharton MBA, finance professor at Pepperdine University, and a leading thinker at the intersection of technology, consciousness, and the unexplained. He is the creator of startup financial projections software that has raised over $1 billion for thousands and startups. He has significant executive, software, and high tech experience in the US, Europe, and Asia. Paul works with numerous startups as either a Board member, advisor, or part-time CFO. Paul was involved in the making of Avatar, Lord of the Rings, Planet of the Apes, Tintin, Real Steel, Warcraft, The Hobbit, Halo, Call of Duty, and numerous other movies and games. Paul led the successful acquisition of Giant Studios' ownership of its renowned virtual production motion capture software, and was instrumental in Giant's sale to James Cameron for Avatar 2-5. Paul is a consultant on HISTORY's new hit show “Project Blue Book” PAUL HYNEK WILL BE APPEARING AT CONTACT IN THE DESERT 2025 May 29th - June 2nd, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION: https://contactinthedesert.com WEBSITE: https://contactinthedesert.com https://contactinthedesert.com/beyond-contact/speaker/paul-hynek BOOK: The Hynek UFO Report: The Authoritative Account of the Project Blue Book Cover-Up SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! HIMS - Making Healthy and Happy Easy to Achieve Sexual Health, Hair Loss, Mental Health, Weight Management START YOUR FREE ONLINE VISIT TODAY - HIMS dot com slash STRANGE https://www.HIMS.com/strange SHIP STICKS Skip airport stress and costly airline fees with complimentary insurance, real-time tracking, dedicated support, and on-time delivery. ShipSticks is offering our listeners 20% off your first shipment when you go to Shipskicks.com and use the code STRANGE. Go to https://www.shipsticks.com and use the code STRANGE to get 20% off your first shipment and save yourself the hassle this ski season. That's S-H-I-P-S-T-I-C-K-S.com. Make sure you use the code STRANGE so they know we sent you. UP FIRST PODCAST FROM NPR Up First frees you from the all-day scroll obsession by telling you everything you need to know, in an easy 15 minutes. NO BS. Just the facts. Up First is the cure you need for your news fatigue. LISTEN NOW TO THE UP FIRST PODCAST FROM NPR BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Three monthly subscriptions to choose from. Commercial Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and a Subscription to my monthly newsletter, InnerSanctum. Visit https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Use the discount code "Planet" to receive one month off the first subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/

Darren shares 3 design thinking exercises from Bill Burnett and Dave Evan's Designing Your Life that will help you build a joyful life - and find MBA programs you are excited about. Topics Introduction (0:00) Make Odyssey Plans - Imagining Life 1, 2 and 3 (3:45) Prototype - "Building is Thinking" (8:20) Wayfind - Following Energy and Engagement (13:30) Show Notes Designing Your Life - How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life The Fail-Safe Solopreneur - 6 Essential Practices to Manage Your Well-Being Working for Yourself #46 Steve Dalton's The 2 Hour Job Search: The 80/20 Formula to Target Employers & Secure First Interviews #188 Steve Dalton's The Job Closer – Giving Job Seekers Straightforward Frameworks that Work Fast and Work Well #192 MBA Coffee Chats: Thoughtful Advice on How to Get the Most Out of Your MBA with Adam Putterman, Kellogg MMM '19 #194 Building a Professional MBA Network with Nicolle Lee, Wharton MBA '22 #156 Three Questions to Ask Before You Make a Career Move with Gary Lo MBA Application Resources Get free school selection help at Touch MBA Get pre-assessed by top international MBA programs Get the Admissions Edge Course: Proven Techniques for Admission to Top Business Schools Our favorite MBA application tools (after advising 4,000 applicants)

Darren shares 3 design thinking exercises from Bill Burnett and Dave Evan's Designing Your Life that will help you build a joyful life - and find MBA programs you are excited about. Topics Introduction (0:00) Make Odyssey Plans - Imagining Life 1, 2 and 3 (3:45) Prototype - "Building is Thinking" (8:20) Wayfind - Following Energy and Engagement (13:30) Show Notes Designing Your Life - How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life The Fail-Safe Solopreneur - 6 Essential Practices to Manage Your Well-Being Working for Yourself #46 Steve Dalton's The 2 Hour Job Search: The 80/20 Formula to Target Employers & Secure First Interviews #188 Steve Dalton's The Job Closer – Giving Job Seekers Straightforward Frameworks that Work Fast and Work Well #192 MBA Coffee Chats: Thoughtful Advice on How to Get the Most Out of Your MBA with Adam Putterman, Kellogg MMM '19 #194 Building a Professional MBA Network with Nicolle Lee, Wharton MBA '22 #156 Three Questions to Ask Before You Make a Career Move with Gary Lo MBA Application Resources Get free school selection help at Touch MBA Get pre-assessed by top international MBA programs Get the Admissions Edge Course: Proven Techniques for Admission to Top Business Schools Our favorite MBA application tools (after advising 4,000 applicants)

Greg Whaley grew up an AF brat and came to USAFA from Eielsen AFB, Fairbanks, AK. Greg got a summer stint in the NCO program at Wright Pat and 3rd Lt in Germany. Many semesters on the Dean's List earned him UPT at Williams. His USAF career took him into SAC and bomber pilot at Loring (Maine), Fairchild ( Spokane), a Master's in OPs Research at AFIT, HQ SAC (Offut), aircraft commander at McConnell (Kansas) & Lajes in the Azores (middle of the Atlantic Ocean), His next and final assignment was to the DC area where he retired, achieved his Wharton MBA and entered the world of government consulting. Stops at SAIC & General Dynamics planted the seed of his own business which became Academy Solutions Group. 20 years later, after landing on the Inc 500 list three times (2011, 12, 13) he successfully sold the company and retired again. He discusses his current position that many of us are also doing.

Professor David Rhode, author of Passion Isn't Enough: a practical guide for nonprofit leaders, uses the foundation for nonprofit success outlined in his book to advise job seekers. David has coached hundreds of nonprofit CEOs to grow their organizational capacity and scale. He knows that finding the right people and putting them in the right positions is essential. HIs insights will deepen your understanding of the sector overall and help job seekers artfully navigate the interview process. Listen in as we discuss:  Key distinctions between larger and smaller nonprofits. Job seekers should be aware of the advantages and pitfalls to both.  No matter the organization's size, job seekers want to show hiring managers that they are passionate, able to problem solve, reliable and can provide strong references.  Nonprofit hiring managers may not be seasoned in hiring. Job seekers can use the interview process to clarify the role including having a clear sense of what success looks like and how their performance will be evaluated. Future fundraisers: David reminds us that many of us are already fundraising be it a bake sale or running a 5k for a cause. Leverage non-professional fundraising experience to showcase and hone your skills.  Looking ahead, the nonprofit sector will need those with skills in social media and AI.  Most nonprofit careers are not easily mapped from the outset, get started on the journey and build from there. About the Guest:  David Rhode founded Dot Dot Org where he mentors nonprofit CEOs and helps nonprofit organizations grow their capacity and impact. David is a nonprofit founder; he scaled and ran the global organization for almost 15 years. David's career began in the for profit sector at blue chip companies like Procter and Gamble, H.J. Heinz and others. David is the author of "Passion Isn't Enough: A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders".  He is a Wharton MBA and currently teaches non profit branding and nonprofit consulting at the University of Pennsylvania.  Show Notes:  Stanford Social Innovation Review  Podcast: How to Hire the Right Person Every Time by Brooke Richie Babbage Nonprofit Hive  Dot Dot Org

In this episode of the Build Tech Stack Equity Podcast, Eduardo Kupper, the founder of Airborne Ventures, shares his unique professional journey from an Air Force pilot in Brazil to a Wharton MBA graduate and successful venture capitalist. The conversation delves into his diverse experiences in management consulting at McKinsey, tech entrepreneurship through Rocket Internet, and leading a venture capital arm in one of Brazil's biggest banks. Eduardo outlines the challenges and strategies in raising a $5 million fund in Brazil, emphasizing the importance of adding value to others. He discusses the focus of his first fund and plans for raising a $10 million second fund, highlighting the importance of investing in FinTech, healthcare, and B2B companies in Brazil. Eduardo also elaborates on the VC landscape in Brazil, the significance of productivity and efficiency, and the potential for Brazilian startups to compete on a global scale. Finally, Eduardo provides valuable insights for potential LPs and founders on navigating the Brasilian venture capital market.   If your company is looking to scale its AI initiatives, head over to Tesoro AI (www.tesoroai.com). We are experts in AI strategy, staff augmentation, and AI product development.     Founder Bio:   Eduardo is a seasoned VC with 17+ years of experience across various industries and sectors, including entrepreneurship, venture capital, management consulting, private equity, and investment banking. Previously, he served as the Head of VC at Bradesco Venture Capital arm, where he successfully managed two funds totaling R$ 800mm of invested capital and R$ 1.7 billion AUM. As an experienced VC investor, he has made 70+ deals across several stages and industries over the last decade, with successful exits, including a +1bi BRL sale and a Nasdaq IPO, and sat on the boards of several companies in different sectors and stages. As an entrepreneur, he founded and co-founded a few companies, including Remessa Online, Finpass, MAR Ventures, and the Wharton Alumni Angels. As an investor with a track record of successful deals, he has made marquee investments in companies including Beep Saúde, D1, Conexa, Jeitto, Asaas, and Skyone. Highly connected and well-networked within the venture capital industry, with close relationships and co-investments with several VC funds, angel investors, and internet & tech startups. He brings a wealth of expertise and strategic guidance and an eye for promising opportunities, helping to identify and invest in promising startups and drive returns for our investors on ESG-compliant/target companies, reflecting his commitment to responsible and sustainable investing.   Time Stamps:   00:49 Eduardo's Unconventional Path to Venture Capital 05:44 Insights on Venture Building and Finding Founders 08:21 Corporate Venture Capital Experience 10:00 Launching Airborne Ventures 14:06 Investment Strategies and Fund Management 17:34 Reflections on Fund Performance 24:08 Navigating Investment Strategies 26:04 Investment Stages and Requirements 28:21 Leading vs. Following in Investments 30:07 Investment Structures in Brasil 34:18 B2B vs. B2C in Brasil 41:08 Challenges and Strategies for B2B Startups 47:15 Looking Ahead to 2025   Resources   Follow Darius Gant LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-darius-gant-cpa-44650aa/ Company Website - www.tesoroai.com   Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uDVNgsK3iNeu7yU4Inu2n   Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ae/podcast/the-darius-gant-show/id1527996104   Company website: https://airborne.ventures/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airborne-ventures  

In this week's episode, we revisit our interview with George Bradt. George has led the revolution in how people start new jobs - accelerating transitions, so leaders and their teams reduce their rates of failure and fulfill potential. After Harvard and Wharton (MBA), he progressed through sales, marketing, and general management roles around the world at Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, and J.D. Power's Power Information Network spin-off as chief executive. He is the Founder and chairman of the executive onboarding and transition acceleration firm PrimeGenesis, which has reduced new leader failure rates from 40% to below 10% since 2003. Author of 9+ books on leadership and onboarding including The New Leader's 100-Day Action Plan, over 650+ articles for Forbes, and 16 plays and musicals (book, lyrics and music).

Need financing for your next investment property? Visit: https://www.academyfund.com/ Want to join us in Tampa on Janary 28th? Visit: https://www.10xvets.com/events ____ "Fitness has always been an important part of my life as a former Green Beret and college athlete.. I didn't want to give that up." - Nick Perkins, USMA '12 Nick Perkins is a dynamic leader with a unique blend of military, entrepreneurial, and investment expertise. A former Green Beret, he spent nearly a decade leading high-stakes missions and diplomatic roles, earning multiple commendations. He co-founded The Operation Baby Foundation, a nonprofit that has awarded over $140K in grants to help military couples overcome infertility. Nick also founded Club Green, a first-of-its-kind holistic social club focused on wellness and connection. A Wharton MBA and two-time Penn Wharton Innovation Fund winner, he honed his private equity skills by developing strategic insights in the fertility sector. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling, staying active, and exploring the outdoors with his wife, Emma. Today, Nick is focused on helping startups grow, especially in Chief of Staff roles, where his leadership and strategic vision leave a lasting impact. In this episode of the SABM podcast, Scott chats with Nick about: The Inspiration Behind Club Green: Turning a vision into a modern sport and social club. A Unique Offering: Blending gym, spa, lounge amenities, and indoor golf technology. Nick's Journey: From Green Beret to entrepreneur and founder of Club Green. Challenges and Wins: The realities of launching a first-of-its-kind concept. Looking Ahead: Upcoming milestones and future goals for Club Green. How to Get Involved: Ways to support, join, or connect with the community. Timestamps: 01:14 What is Club Green? 02:25 Target Audience and Market Positioning 06:12 Fitness and Golf Integration 08:05 Partnerships and Fitness Programs 12:39 Current Progress and Challenges 20:03 Future Vision and Expansion Plans Connect with Nick: LinkedIn Club Green Email: Nperk23@wharton.upenn.edu If you found value in today's episode, don't keep it to yourself—share it with a colleague or friend who could benefit. And if you're a Service Academy graduate ready to elevate your business, we'd love for you to join our community and get started today. Make sure you never miss an episode—subscribe now and help support the show: Apple Podcasts Spotify Leave us a 5-star review! A special thank you to Nick Perkins for joining me this week. Until next time! -Scott Mackes, USNA '01

This week in the guest chair we have Alexis Barber, a lifestyle influencer and founder of Too Collective, a modern wellness and loungewear brand. At just 25 years old, Alexis is the host of the top-rated Too Smart For This Podcast and has worked with brands like Lululemon, Rare Beauty, Microsoft, and Miss Dior as a content creator. In this episode she shares: How growing up low-income provided the foundation for having confidence and an ambitious mindset to overcome the limitations of her pastHer transformative experience as an MBA candidate at The Wharton School at UPennHow she makes a living off of content creation and the opportunities being an influencer has providedHighlights Include:00:00 Intro 03:00 Confidence and putting yourself out there09:55 Becoming a lifestyle influencer12:04 Navigating side hustling and a corporate role19:27 Collaboration with Rare Beauty 20:48 Launching a robe company 29:09 MBA program at Wharton39:20 Transparency in content creation44:07 The importance of building a teamCheck out episode 441 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeLinks mentioned in this episodeToo Collective Website: https://toocollective.com/ Too Collective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/ Alexis' Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbarber_ Alexis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbarber/ Alexis' YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexis_barber MLT Program: https://mlt.org/Harvard Summer Program: https://www.hbs.edu/svmp/Pages/default.aspx Pietra: https://www.pietrastudio.com/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssAnnouncementsJoin our Facebook CommunityIf you're looking for a community of supportive side hustlers who are all working to take our businesses to the next level, join us here: http://sidehustlepro.co/facebook Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dare to Dream with Debbi Dachinger Guest, Paul Hynek is the youngest son of the late Dr. J. Allen Hynek, an astronomer who worked with the US Air Force investigating UFO cases from the beginning. What's it like to not know a life without UFOs? Paul Hynek on Aliens, DMT, and Bitcoin. Discover a groundbreaking conversation with Paul Hynek as we explore the fascinating intersections between aliens, DMT, and Bitcoin in this thought-provoking episode with Debbi Dachinger. In this episode, you'll learn: 1) Digital Convergence: How the U.S. government connects aliens, DMT, and Bitcoin through a surprising digital thread. 2) Bitcoin & Astronomy: The cosmic implications of cryptocurrency on the future of space exploration. 3) Aging Hacks: Discover Paul's best-kept secrets for extending vitality and longevity. 4) DMT Visions: Insights from Paul's transformative journeys and their connection to secret UFO technology. Expand your mind and dive into the realms of advanced tech, altered states, and extraterrestrial insights! About Paul Paul Hynek is a Wharton MBA and professor of finance and cryptocurrency at Pepperdine University. He has been involved with Avatar, Lord of the Rings, Planet of the Apes, and numerous other movies and games before selling a visual effects firm to James Cameron. He is the son of J. Allen Hynek and wants to help experiencers of all kinds demonstrate the reality of their encounters. Hear Debbi and Paul speak at the 23rd Annual Conscious Life Expo Feb 7th-10th 2025. Tickets: Conscious Life Expo 2025: Explore Spirituality, Ascension, Metaphysics, UFOs, and Ancient Secrets

Highlights:1) How the U.S .government treats aliens, DMT, and Bitcoin: the underlying digital thread that connects them? 2) Bitcoin and astronomy?3) Hacks for Aging4) Visions he encountered during DMT experiences?5) DMT journeys, a pathway, that opens to an awareness of secret UFO tech?Paul Hynek is a Wharton MBA and professor of finance and cryptocurrency at Pepperdine University. He has been involved with Avatar, Lord of the Rings, Planet of the Apes, and numerous other movies and games before selling a visual effects firm to James Cameron. He is the son of J. Allen Hynek and wants to help experiencers of all kinds demonstrate the reality of their encounters.Hear Paul and Debbi speak at the 23rd Annual Conscious Life Expo Feb 7th-10th 2025. Link for tix: https://debbidachinger.com/cleWant to know what your galactic ancestry is? Unlock your cosmic potential with a FREE Starseed Video and Report!

Highlights: 1) How the U.S .government treats aliens, DMT, and Bitcoin: the underlying digital thread that connects them?  2) Bitcoin and astronomy? 3) Hacks for Aging 4) Visions he encountered during DMT experiences? 5) DMT journeys, a pathway, that opens to an awareness of secret UFO tech? Paul Hynek is a Wharton MBA and professor of finance and cryptocurrency at Pepperdine University. He has been involved with Avatar, Lord of the Rings, Planet of the Apes, and numerous other movies and games before selling a visual effects firm to James Cameron. He is the son of J. Allen Hynek and wants to help experiencers of all kinds demonstrate the reality of their encounters. Hear Paul and Debbi speak at the 23rd Annual Conscious Life Expo Feb 7th-10th 2025. Link for tix: https://debbidachinger.com/cle Want to know what your galactic ancestry is? Unlock your cosmic potential with a FREE Starseed Video and Report!

Send us a textPaul Hynek, entrepreneur, professor, and son of legendary UFO investigator Dr. J. Allen Hynek, returns to reveal the astonishing legacy of Project Blue Book, explore DMT journeys, and discuss secret UFO tech on episode 179 of the Far Out with Faust podcast.Paul Hynek, an accomplished entrepreneur and Wharton MBA professor, stands at the unique intersection of high-tech innovation, consciousness exploration, and the unknown. As the youngest son of the legendary UFO researcher and Project Blue Book leader J. Allen Hynek, Paul serves as a consultant on the History Channel's Project Blue Book series, chairman of MUFON's advisory board, and an early pioneer in anti-aging science. His work spans entertainment, academia, and UFO disclosure, with insights that bridge science, spirituality, and the limits of human perception. A thought leader who frequently appears on major media outlets, Paul explores the profound connections between technology and consciousness, questioning the potential of both.Join Faust and Paul as they delve into the realities of UFO research and government secrets, discuss the mysteries of DMT, and explore groundbreaking revelations about hidden technologies, alien life, and interdimensional travel. Key topics covered include:•Inside Project Blue Book: J. Allen Hynek's transformation from skeptic to leading UFO authority•Witness accounts, government secrecy, and the challenges of seeking truth in UFO encounters•Danny Sheehan's ongoing quest for UFO disclosure and the obstacles to government transparency•Advanced alien technology: A look at propulsion, free energy, and the future of clean technology•DMT's role in accessing other dimensions and consciousness — could it connect to UFO phenomena?•The mysteries of Antarctica: What lies hidden beneath the ice, and could there be extraterrestrial evidence?…and much more!

Gabrielle Raymond McGee has over 18 years of proven experience in global scaling, transformative partnerships, driving record breaking results that have changed the game for sports, entertainment and fashion megabrands. This Little Star Light episode is hosted by Andrea Jaeger and Karen Vazquez. Powerhouse guest, Gabrielle is a three-time award winner Stanford Intellectual Contribution Award, Author of Wave Makers, Wharton MBA, Stanford GSB LEADer, Former Chief Operating Officer of the Tory Burch Foundation, Board Member of Dr. Sylvia Earle's Mission Blue and RISE, Elected into the Marketing Hall of Femme, Wife, Mom of 3 children under the age of 6, and furthering helping humanity, a very active community member. Gabrielle discusses, “Know Who You Are, Life Comes in Seasons, One of my Super Powers and more! Listen, watch and enjoy this special Little Star Light episode. Gabrielle is also featured in www.littlestar.organnouncement section. Learn more about Gabrielle Raymond McGee at @gabrielleraymondmcgee Learn more about Little Star Foundation www.littlestar.orgWelcome to the Little Star Light PodcastIt is exciting to have you as a listener of Little Star Light, a podcast dedicated to sharing stories of courage and inspiration with our hosts and guests during uplifting, entertaining and intriguing conversations. Thank you for joining us. Each of us have a great story to live, you included. Hear and learn from, be inspired by and benefit from respected industry experts, brave pathfinders, curious adventurers, determined innovators, creative warriors, experienced leaders, and caring people who have joined together for you.Your hosts are Andrea Jaeger, Karen Vazquez and Adriana Solarova. In addition we have special co-hosts and guests from around the world, also doing their best to bring their own amazing light to you. Get ready! Here we go!www.littlestarlightpodcast.com For more information about the work Little Star Foundation does, please visit: https://www.littlestar.org/

Mark Mitchell, head pollster at Rasmussen reports, joins the program to discuss the latest polling numbers on everything from the election to civil war. We discuss how polling companies have abandoned the notion of quality in favor of projecting an agenda. We also discuss the disturbing trend towards civil war sentiment and how profoundly those ideas have shifted in a short amount of time. You can follow Mark Mitchell on his Rumble channel at https://rumble.com/c/RasmussenReports or on his Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN4fkgyapzlU1LmUmC3YZuQ   Links mentioned in the show: Get access to Miles Franklin private price list – email them at info@MilesFranklin.com and tell them “Sarah Sent Me” Sign up for my Substack at https://SarahWestall.Substack.com MasterPeace: Remove Heavy Metals including Graphene Oxide and Plastics at https://masterpeacebyhcs.com/my-account/uap/?ref=11308 Try the Super Hydrated Oxygated Water and see the amazing results for yourself at https://inhalehydration.com/discount/SARAHWESTALL Consider subscribing: Follow on Twitter @Sarah_Westall Follow on my Substack at SarahWestall.Substack.com See Important Proven Solutions to Keep Your from getting sick even if you had the mRNA Shot - Dr. Nieusma MUSIC CREDITS: “In Epic World” by Valentina Gribanova, licensed for broad internet media use, including video and audio       See on Bastyon | Bitchute | Brighteon | Clouthub | Odysee | Rumble | Youtube   Mark Mitchell Biography Mark Mitchell is the lead pollster at Rasmussen Reports and the hosts the Rasmussen Reports Youtube channel. Mitchell is a graduate of the US Naval Academy and a former submarine officer who holds a Wharton MBA.  He has served in various corporate roles in finance, venture and tech.        

How do you go from a homeless shelter to advising on $25 billion in transactions? This journey is nothing short of extraordinary.   In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, we sit down with Grace Vandercruze, founder and managing director of Grace Global Capital LLC. Grace's story is a powerful testament to resilience, determination, and unyielding ambition. From her challenging upbringing to becoming a leading figure in the world of mergers and acquisitions, Grace shares the unvarnished truth about her journey, the hurdles she's overcome, and the mindset that propelled her to the top.   Episode Highlights:   Grace's early life and the influence of her grandmother  The transformative experience of losing her home to a fire Overcoming adversity while living in a homeless shelter Transitioning from Ernst & Young to Merrill and then founding Grace Global Capital The challenges of being an African-American woman on Wall Street Insights on financial wellness and her best-selling book Mountain climbing and its impact on her mental strength   Who is Grace?   Grace Vandercruze is the founder and managing director of Grace Global Capital LLC, a firm specializing in M&A financial advisory, restructuring, and valuation for the insurance industry. With over $25 billion in advisory transactions under her belt, Grace has a storied career that includes senior roles at Swiss Re, Merrill Lynch, and a private equity firm. She is a Wharton MBA, a CPA, and a board member of several prominent companies. Grace is also an accomplished mountaineer, sailor, and the author of the best-selling book "Homeless to Millionaire: 6 Keys to Uplift Your Financial Abundance."   This episode is a must-listen for every entrepreneur and small business owner looking to learn from a true trailblazer. Discover the mindset and strategies that helped her turn adversity into opportunity. Favorite Quote:   “Allow impostor syndrome to be your companion. Just make sure that it's not the loudest voice you're hearing.” Connect with Grace: https://www.graceglobalcapital.com/ https://www.financialabundancewithgrace.com/   Stay Connected: Connect with Matt and Luigi on Instagram: @matthew.r.meehan @luigi_rosabianca @theLiquidLunchProject @ShieldAdvisoryGroup Visit The Liquid Lunch Project website and subscribe to The Weekly, our Friday morning newsletter, for all the latest in the world of finance, tech, small business, and more. www.theliquidlunchproject.com Make sure you never miss an episode — check out The Liquid Lunch Project on Apple Podcasts, and don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review.

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This week, I'm chatting with my dear friend and fellow Wharton MBA student, Temi Butler. Temi walks us through her impressive career journey, from navigating the high-stakes world of finance at top institutions to landing on Forbes 30 Under 30, and ultimately pivoting from a stable job to embrace her creative passions.From big corporate to being a DJ, Temi has been there and done that, and she offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to build a highly ambitious and fulfilling professional path.She shares:The pressure to prove yourself, especially as a black womanHow she hustled her way into top institutions early in her careerAdvice for those looking to break into financeThe challenge of holding back her authentic self at workHer unique upbringing by parents who are dedicated artistsHow she landed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 listHer pivot from investment banking to working for a startupWhy she chose to pursue an MBAHer biggest takeaways from business schoolFollow Temi on Instagram: @temiautomaticToo Collective:Shop our Rare Beauty collabToo Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on Social Media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This episode you meet "Wild Bill" Stealey, Class of 1970, AFA lacrosse defender, IP & C-5 pilot, Wharton MBA, Management Consultant, President & CEO of successful video game companies... and grandpa. You will figure out on your own why John Wilbur Stealey got the call sign "Wild Bill." Also he shares his USAFA days which shows how the zoo experience was in the early days as the New Dorm was being constructed. One of the key people "Wild Bill" mentions is the video game creator Sid Meyer of Civilization fame (at least famous to me, this old peddler of parts to the X-Box teams at Microsoft)

Marc Lore is a serial entrepreneur and self-made billionaire renowned for his innovative ventures in e-commerce. From an early age, he harbored a passion for growth and risk-taking, wanting to be a farmer when he was 4 years old. While not a farmer in the traditional sense, Marc's entrepreneurial journey mirrors the same principles of cultivating and nurturing ideas into successful enterprises.Marc has founded and sold several companies, notably Jet.com, which was acquired by Walmart for $3.3 billion in 2016, and Diapers.com/Quidsi, acquired by Amazon in 2011 for $550 million. In 2021, he founded Telosa, a proposed $400 billion futuristic city he envisions to be a model for urban living with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and quality of life. In the same year, he also launched Wonder, recently raising $700 million to build curated food halls offering a diverse selection of top chefs and restaurants nationwide.Marc's approach to entrepreneurship emphasizes building mission-driven cultures, prioritizing customer value, assembling exceptional teams, and empowering them to achieve ambitious goals swiftly. His evolution from "mercenary" to "missionary" reflects his transition from pure profit-driven ventures to a deeper commitment to fostering startup ecosystems and guiding fellow founders through the challenging startup landscape.Marc is also the owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx basketball franchises, along with partner Alex Rodriguez. Driven by a desire to push boundaries and support the next generation of entrepreneurs, he continues to inspire and empower others with his wealth of experience and strategic insights into building successful businesses.***CHA-CHING! Customers are rushing to your store. Do you have a point-of-sale system you can trust or is it (ahem) a real P.O.S.? You need Shopify for retail.Shopify POS is your command center for your retail store. From accepting payments to managing inventory, Shopify has EVERYTHING you need to sell in person. Get hardware that fits your business. Take payments by smartphone, transform your tablet into a point-of-sale system, or use Shopify's POS Go mobile device for a battle-tested solution.Plus, Shopify's award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way.Do retail right with Shopify. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at www.shopify.com/founderhour. Once again, go to www.shopify.com/founderhour to take your retail business to the next level today.***The Founder Hour is brought to you by Outer. Outer makes the world's most beautiful, comfortable, innovative, and high-quality outdoor furniture - ALL from sustainable materials - and is the ONLY outdoor furniture with a patented built-in cover to make protecting it effortless. From teak chairs to fire pit tables, everything Outer makes has the look and feel of what you'd expect at a 5-star resort, for less than you'd pay at a big box store for something that won't last.For a limited time, get 10% off at www.liveouter.com/thefounderhour. Terms and conditions apply. ***Follow The Founder Hour on:Instagram | www.instagram.com/thefounderhourTwitter/X | www.twitter.com/thefounderhourLinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/company/thefounderhourYouTube | www.youtube.com/@thefounderhour

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In this episode, I'm recapping my first year at Wharton, sharing everything I wish I'd known before diving into my MBA journey, as well as my honest opinion on academics, social life, and the lessons I've learned during this time.I'm also answering your questions on time management, juggling relationships, how to prep for business school, and what's on my radar for year two.Timestamps:02:23 Academics09:16 My study routine12:00 My major13:53 Clubs16:34 Travel22:00 Social life24:41 Entrepreneurship27:38 Time management30:52 Average week in the life34:04 Plans for second year36:54 How to prep for grad school40:55 Product recommendationsToo Collective:Shop our Limited Edition Patches!Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on Social Media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we're getting real about the struggles I've been facing as an entrepreneur. And how despite being overqualified in many aspects I still don't feel ready to do a lot of things in my business. We're talking perfectionism, money, and how I'm planning to scale my business with the resources and insights I've gotten from being a Wharton MBA student. Too Collective:Shop our Limited Edition Patches!Too Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on InstagramFollow Alexis on Social Media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week in the guest chair we have Alexis Barber, a lifestyle influencer and founder of Too Collective, a modern wellness and loungewear brand. At just 25 years old, Alexis is the host of the top-rated Too Smart For This Podcast and has worked with brands like Lululemon, Rare Beauty, Microsoft, and Miss Dior as a content creator. In this episode she shares: How growing up low-income provided the foundation for having confidence and an ambitious mindset to overcome the limitations of her pastHer transformative experience as an MBA candidate at The Wharton School at UPennHow she makes a living off of content creation and the opportunities being an influencer has providedHighlights Include:00:00 Intro 03:00 Confidence and putting yourself out there09:55 Becoming a lifestyle influencer12:04 Navigating side hustling and a corporate role19:27 Collaboration with Rare Beauty 20:48 Launching a robe company 29:09 MBA program at Wharton39:20 Transparency in content creation44:07 The importance of building a teamCheck out episode 396 of Side Hustle Pro podcast out now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeThis episode is brought to you by:Gusto offers modern, easy payroll, benefits, and HR to small businesses across the country. Sign up and give it a try at gusto.com/shp.Links mentioned in this episodeToo Collective Website: https://toocollective.com/ MLT Program: https://mlt.org/Harvard Summer Program: https://www.hbs.edu/svmp/Pages/default.aspx Pietra: https://www.pietrastudio.com/ Click here to subscribe via RSS feed (non-iTunes feed): http://sidehustlepro.libsyn.com/rssGuest Social Media InfoToo Collective Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toocollective/ Alexis' Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alexisbarber_ Alexis' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexisbarber/ Alexis' YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alexis_barber Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jennifer Didier as she talks technology and fashion with entrepreneurs Kotryna Jukneviciute and Cassie Huang from Arete.  Here about their journey to build Arete and their story of how they got there.  A little more about Kotryna Jukneviciute: Kotryna immigrated to the US from Lithuania as a kid. Thanks to her artistic mother, she grew up loving fashion. She started her first venture in third grade and has been an entrepreneur ever since. Kotryna received her BA and MA from Georgetown University and was in the School of Foreign Service. She spent a few years working at the RAND Corporation, where she spearheaded international business partnerships and became known for her research on Russia.  You can reach Kotryna on LinkedIn or email her at kotryna@areteforyou.com More information on Cassie Huang: Cassie Huang grew up in Shanghai and came to the US when she was 16. A Georgetown University graduate, she started her career at Morgan Stanley as an investment banker, then joined The Cranemere Group as a private equity investor. Driven by her passion for building and entrepreneurship, she deferred her Wharton MBA to join Forum Brands, gaining experience in startup operations, e-commerce, and team building. Alongside Kotryna, she's now focused on growing Arete, leveraging her business acumen and a shared vision for impactful change. You can reach Cassie on LinkedIn or email her at cassie@areteforyou.com

Do You Ever Wonder Speaks With Shimon Shkury...Shimon Shkury...Founder and CEO of Ariel Property Advisors, NYC Commercial Real Estate Thought Leader, Massey Knakal Alum and Prominent Massey Knakal Leadership Tree Member,  Born in Israel and a Former Lieutenant in The IDF!Incredibly impressive credentials to be sure, and then add to that list a Wharton MBA and MA in International Studies.Do You Ever Wonder host and Hallmark Abstract Service CEO Mike Haltman had a broad and far-reaching conversation with Shimon, touching on a wide variety of topics including, in addition to commercial real estate, the current horrific situation in Israel (which like most Israelis he has been tragically touched by)!Your host first met Shimon during the Great Financial Crisis (GFC) when Mike was working as a consultant for a lender trying to dispose of a property in the South Bronx. It was a shell of a multifamily construction project with flooding and squatters, and given all of the issues Shimon and his Team at Massey Knakal provided a thoughtful and thorough opinion of value.The Conversation With Shimon Shkury Covered Many Topics Including...How his foray into CRE began,The experience working with Massey Knakal leaders Bob Knakal and Paul Massey,The decision to strike out on his own (with a couple of partners) and start Ariel Property Advisors,The value of his time in the Israeli military when it came to leadership and strategic planning at Ariel,The value brought to clients through the quality of the research that the firm does,The path to becoming a thought leader in NYC commercial real estate,How the Ariel program Coffee & Cap Rates provides incredible and timely information to the event attendees,A discussion of the commercial real estate market moving forward including the coming maturity wall, the need for affordable housing, office to residential, whether NYS and NYS government will be a help or hindrance, sector differentiation, and much more.For questions or consultation about any real estate-related issues, Shimon can be reached at sshkury@arielpa.com.___________________________________________________Please subscribe to Do You Ever Wonder using the two links below, and don't be shy about sharing the links with your friends.Subscribe to Do You Ever Wonder on YouTube here:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzmL4Yaump_9Q7tMSChDoUQSubscribe on your favorite streaming platform here: https://areyouwondering.buzzsprout.com/shareDo you have a great story to tell?Are you interested in appearing as a guest on the Do You Ever Wonder podcast? Let Mike Haltman know at mhaltman@hallmarkabstractllc.com.The Do You Ever Wonder podcast is brought to you by New York title insurance provider Hallmark Abstract Service, and hosted by its CEO Mike Haltman._______________________________________________

Welcome back to Too Smart For This episode 146! In this episode, Alexis shares details of her first semester experience in the Wharton MBA program. She covers everything you want to know - from finances and academics to social life.If you're considering applying for an MBA, especially at a top program like Wharton, this episode is essential listening. Alexis tells all about the realities of B-school and life on campus as a first year MBA student.Show Notes1:20 Wharton Q&A!2:29 Overview of business school8:04 Utilizing the deferred enrollment program9:21 Breaking down the b-school landscape11:23 Let's talk academics17:08 Social dynamics of an MBA program20:20 Navigating the social scene25:57 Budgeting for social travel/events32:36 Scholarships33:47 First semester summaryResources/MentionedThe ConsortiumManagement Leadership for TomorrowShop Too Collective:NEW Too Classic Terry Cloth RobeToo Collective WebsiteToo Collective Affirmation TextsFollow Too Collective on Social Media:InstagramFollow Alexis on Social Media:InstagramTikTokYouTubeShop Alexis's Picks:Shop Alexis's Amazon StoreShop Alexis's Outfits and Morealexisbarber.nycBusiness Inquiries: hello@alexisbarber.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Perry Kamel has served in numerous leadership roles; Global executive, COO, CEO many times.  He has led many organizations through growth and turn arounds by focusing on the people- not the numbers.  Perry shares his experiences and thoughts on: Difference between management and leadership It's all about the people- the rest will follow Never stop learning- never stop reading Also, Perry speaks to how his experience in the US Navy created his servant leadership skills. Siemens, Accenture, McKinsey, BroadPoint Communications, Ciena, Maxamine … Perry has been a CEO, CMO, EVP for brand names.  His first CEO role was withing six years of separating from the US Navy.  Perry served as a Service Warfare Officer in the United States Navy and quickly earned a reputation for advancing the careers of those around him.  After earning a BSEE at Cornell, his education continued with a MSEE and Wharton MBA.  Thank you to ACG Denver for being a sponsor of CXO Conversations Podcast.  Association for Corporate Growth in its role as the hub of the middle market business community for quality networking, education and events. Connections are made, deals are formed and thought leadership is exchanged.     Enjoy the show? Review us on iTunes- thanks!  Thank you Jalan Crossland for lending your award-winning banjo skills to CXO Conversations.

Struggling to advocate for yourself and foster inclusivity at work? How can you champion not only your rights but also create an environment where everyone has opportunities? In this episode of the ‘Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast', we are joined by the Akshaya Aradhya, Senior Director of Engineering at GitHub, ex-Netflix and Intuit, and Wharton MBA. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How Akshaya successfully advocated for herself to overcome being overlooked and navigated through bias. ✔️ How to advocate for your work-life balance. ✔️ Strategies for fostering inclusive and accessible workplaces. ✔️ Pattern Recognition in Bias: How Akshaya's spoke up against subtle, ingrained biases during candidate evaluations. ✔️ The significance of being your own champion and the role of advocacy for mental well-being and professional development.   ✅ Request A Customized Workshop For Your Team And Company:  http://assertiveway.com/workshops   ✅ Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2/     ✅ Other Episodes You'll Like How To Find The Courage To Ask For What You Want Take Control: How to Protect Your Personal Power at Work How To Advocate For Yourself Even If You're A People Pleaser Or Have Impostor Syndrome (With Erika Diaz) Amplify Your Voice, Amplify Your Impact: How to Speak Up and Make a Difference at Work 5 Self-Advocacy Lessons That Will Pay Off And Make You Feel Powerful (With DEI Leader Zahida Sherman) Smashing Stereotypes: How To Confront 5 Common Biased Assumptions About Women at Work Why Women Are Blamed For Team Failures And Don't Get Credit For Team Successes How Can Women Close The Gender Gap Even If They Suffer Gender Bias Top 10 Daily Challenges Women Face At Work Dear Professional Woman, It's Unfair and Unjust   ✅ Free Resources Podcast episode lists by theme: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/speakyourmindunapologeticallytopics From Rambling To Articulate PDF Guide: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/articulate Women in Tech Leaders Podcast Interviews: https://assertiveway.com/womenintechpodcastguests/ Podcast Summaries & More Email Newsletter: https://assertiveway.com/newsletter Our Linkedin Blog Articles:  https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/6863880009879306240/   TEDx Talk How To Speak Up Safely When It's Psychologically Unsafe: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/safespeak 10 Day free Assertive And Liked Challenge: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/beassertiveandliked Assertiveness free training: https://assertiveway.aweb.page/getahead Other Free resources: https://assertiveway.com/free/ Podcast page: https://assertiveway.com/podcast-speak-your-mind-unapologetically/   ✅ Work With Us Workshops: http://assertiveway.com/workshops   Services: https://assertiveway.com/offerings Contact me: info@assertiveway.com or ivnacuri@assertiveway.com Contact me on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivna-curi-mba-67083b2 Website: https://assertiveway.com   ✅ Support The Podcast Rate the podcast on apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speak-your-mind-unapologetically-podcast/id1623647915 Ask me your question for the next episode: https://www.speakpipe.com/speakyourmindquestion   ✅ Podcast Topic Compilations 8 Real Life Examples On How To Deal With Difficult Coworkers (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/8-examples-on-how-to-deal-with-difficult-coworkers Mastering Mentor & Sponsor Connections: Insider Advice from 5 Trailblazing Professionals (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/mastering-mentor-sponsor-connections-insider-advice-from-5-trailblazing-professionals How To Find Courage To Speak Up (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-find-courage-to-speak-up-4-examples 4 Examples On How To Get The Promotion You Want (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/4-examples-on-how-to-get-the-promotion-you-want 4 Tips On How To Successfully Share Your Ideas At Work (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/4-tips-on-how-to-successfully-share-your-ideas-at-work-compilation How To Cope With Stress At Work (Compilation): https://speakyourmindnow.libsyn.com/how-to-cope-with-stress-at-work-compilation

Wharton has not changed its application essay questions for several seasons now. This is usually a sign that the admissions committee is happy with the kind of essays applicants are providing in response. Wharton asks candidates to share what they plan to do with their MBA in the short and long term and to discuss what they can contribute to the school's community. The school's optional essay then lets applicants address any issues with their profile, if needed. And don't miss our Admissions Straight Talk podcast interview with Blair Mannix, Executive Director of Graduate Admissions at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.  She encourages applicants to take risks and be themselves in their applications. The interview also covers the team-based discussion component of the admissions process and provides advice for reapplicants and those considering applying in the future. Listen below or click the image to read the full transcript. Ready to get to work on your Wharton application? Read on. Wharton application essay tips Wharton application deadlines Wharton class profile Wharton application essay tips Wharton Essay #1 How do you plan to use the Wharton MBA program to help you achieve your future professional goals? You might consider your past experience, short and long-term goals, and resources available at Wharton. (500 words) This question is future focused and exclusively professional. What do you want to do professionally that you can't do now and that a Wharton MBA will enable you to do? What “soft” and “hard” skills do you hope to acquire at Wharton? How will a Wharton MBA (the education, credential, and experience), combined with your past experience and education, help you achieve your dreams?Wharton Director of Admissions Blair Mannix explains: “We want students to do self-reflection on why they want this degree. We want students to explore the pivot moment – when they decided they wanted to do this – and unpack the talent and treasure they can bring to the MBA. Spend the time and really think about the top three things you will get out of the program.” As with most MBA goals questions, Wharton wants to see how you plan to connect your MBA education to your future. Keep in mind that Wharton has an incredibly rich curriculum. How will you take advantage of its premier offerings to prepare yourself to realize your vision? To answer this question well, you need to have professional direction and you need to know which of Wharton's myriad resources make it the perfect next stop on your professional journey.There are many ways you could structure your response. You might start with a pivotal experience that either illustrates what you seek to accomplish or shaped your short- and long-term goals. Then explain why this experience – ideally, an accomplishment – is important to you and how it relates to the question. In doing so, make sure you answer all the elements of Wharton's essay question. Wharton Essay #2 Taking into consideration your background – personal, professional, and/or academic – how do you plan to make specific, meaningful contributions to the Wharton community? (400 words) For this essay, start with the end in mind: How do you intend to contribute to the Wharton community? To answer that question, research the cocurricular opportunities and pedagogical approach at Wharton. How will you add to the program and its community? Based on your experience, what difference do you intend to make? How will you participate and, yes, contribute? Now decide on the aspects of your experience and background that have prepared you to have your intended impact. You can highlight achievements, challenges overcome, initiatives you've led, and teamwork situations, and that's just for starters.  You're now ready to write. You can start this essay with the impactful experience from your past and then analyze the lesson you learned from that accom...

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Thomas Caleel, former Head of MBA Admissions for Wharton, takes us behind the scenes of how an Admissions Director builds a class and what he or she looks for from applicants. What are the key qualities and characteristics that admissions committees look for? How did Thomas' team review 8,000 applicants per year? And how can you craft a thoughtful, authentic and compelling application that stands out? About Thomas Thomas Caleel is host of the Admittedly Podcast and Chairman and Founder of Global Education Opportunities, LLC, an international education consulting and admissions advisory firm. Thomas served as the Head of MBA Admissions and Financial Aid for The Wharton Business School from 2005 - 2008, where he observed how exceptional candidates were able to successfully differentiate themselves. Thomas graduted from the University of Pennsylvania twice, first with a Bachelors in International Relations and then with an MBA from Wharton in 2003. Topics Introducing Thomas Caleel (0:00) What "holistic MBA admissions" means to Thomas (7:00) Behind the scenes of how Wharton reviews 8,000 applicants to build a class (16:25) How applicants can stand out (20:55) How Thomas helps his clients find their authentic voice (25:20) Thoughtful MBA goals (30:30) How Thomas' team evaluated GMAT/GRE scores (34:45) Advice for international students (40:10) Thomas' thoughts on MBA ROI (46:20) How Thomas views the MBA, 20 years after graduating (54:00) Should entrepreneurs get an MBA? (57:00) Show Notes Thomas Caleel Episode write-up and show notes: https://touchmba.com/inside-the-wharton-mba-application-process-thomas-caleel/ Get free, personalized school selection help at Touch MBA: https://touchmba.com

Tune in for a conversation that transcends the boundaries of conventional knowledge. From UFOs and paranormal encounters to the enigmatic realms of DMT, Bitcoin, AI, and Astronomy, we delve into it all with our guest, Paul Hynek. As the youngest son of the late Dr. J. Allen Hynek, the brilliant astronomer renowned for his groundbreaking work with the US Air Force investigating UFO cases from 1952-1969, Paul is no stranger to the unknown.Paul is a seasoned visionary with a diverse background in finance, technology, and entertainment, boasting decades of successful experience, including a Wharton MBA, an Adjunct Professorship at Pepperdine University, and the innovative creation of a startup financial projections software that has empowered thousands of startups to raise over $1 billion globally. He was involved with the making of Avatar, Lord of the Rings, Planet of the Apes and many more.

Show Notes: On May 12, 2023, Chad Oakley, CEO of Charles Aris, a top retained search firm in the US for placing former and current management consultants, spoke to members of Umbrex about the current state of the job market for consultants. Chad gave an introduction to Charles Aris and spoke about their strategy practice. He encouraged attendees to ask questions to make the conversation interactive. The conversation focused on the job market for consultants, including the current state of the market, the opportunities available, and the strategies consultants should use to navigate the market. Chad offered his perspective on the job market and provided insights for consultants looking for positions. Charles Aris, Executive Search Firm Charles Aris is a classic executive search firm that has been in business for 54 years and has 90 team members located across 15 states. They specialize in bespoke searches and their five main areas of focus are strategy, corporate development, finance and accounting, engineering, operations and supply chain, and sales and marketing. Their client base is split between private equity firms and non-private equity organizations. They also produce monthly newsletters about their searches and offer reports and compensation studies. Charles Aris has the largest strategy recruiting practice in the United States and their practice is headed by a former consultant from Deloitte Consulting and Wharton MBA. They specialize in placing current and former strategy consultants from firms such as Bain, BCG and McKinsey in various positions from pre-MBA level to partner level. Increased Demand for Management Consultants Since May 2022, the United States experienced  unprecedented economic growth during the past year and unprecedented numbers of employees leaving current positions which led to a shortage of staff in many firms. As a recruiting firm, Charles Aris was overwhelmed with search requests and had to implement a 40-day delay on all new searches for the first time in its 54-year history. A pullback started in December, and interest rates were raised to tame inflation, even if that meant driving the economy into a recession. We are now in the middle of a transition from a 100% candidate-driven market to a 75% company-driven market. Despite this, mixed messages are coming from the market causing confusion; major corporations such as Amazon are announcing sizable layoffs, while the monthly labor reports are robust and unemployment rates have fallen. Chad explains what is behind the conflicting reports between the numbers.  He goes on to explain how this has impacted the consulting sector, how numbers of hires have fallen dramatically compared to the previous year. He mentions how major consulting firms are rolling out their playbook, how they are managing people out, and promotions are slowing, taking on fewer hires, and he identifies a common lie amongst top-tier consulting firms when it comes to promotion, and what many firms are offering in terms of “transition payments” to accommodate moving people out of the firm. Areas of Demand for Management Consultants However, he also talks about what firms are looking for in terms of remote or on-location hires. He talks about the areas of consulting where there is an increase in demand for transformation skill sets. He explains that companies want to reduce their cost structure and are in need of transformation and cost containment experts. Companies have built up investments during the hay days and now need help unwinding them. Companies need assistance in cost containment as they look to their future and realize they likely won't hit their revenue targets. These transformation and cost containment services can help them reduce their cost structure, allowing them to be successful in the coming years. Private equity firms are facing a challenging time right now, as the cost of capital has increased and deal flow has slowed. To make up for this, private equity firms are investing in their existing portfolio companies to make sure they reach their full potential. There is a spike in demand for individuals who specialize in areas such as transformation and cost cutting, finance and accounting, talent professionals, and operations and supply chain. CFOs are the hardest positions for companies to fill due to a demand and supply imbalance. He recommends that independent consultants should specialize in a few areas to ensure they are able to take advantage of the current market demand with Finance as the highest area of demand. The Demand for Specialists over Generalists In the current economic downturn, companies are less likely to take risks on hiring generalists and more likely to hire specialists for projects. Companies want to make sure that their money is being spent in a way that will yield a strong return. Therefore, it is important for people to identify their true specialties and market themselves aggressively as a specialist in those areas. This can be difficult, as it is tempting to present oneself as a generalist in order to secure more work. However, companies in an economic downturn are more likely to look for specialists they can trust to get the job done. Chad offers key tips on how to market oneself in the current down market. Chad shares that demand is steady across all industries, with insurance companies being particularly consistent in their hiring practices; general financial services, life sciences, and healthcare also show steady demand. Consumer-facing and retail jobs, however, have seen less demand. To illustrate the extent of the downturn, he states that in the first four months of this year, they have enacted 30% fewer searches and that one should prepare for the ongoing downturn by cranking up their marketing efforts and skills.  Finally, he also discusses some of the challenges consultants may face, such as the importance of having a strong online presence and demonstrating value to potential clients. The International and Future Market for Consulting Services Charles Aris represents the U.S. but has 50 partners in other countries. He shares feedback from their annual meeting in Columbia this year that a recession in the U.S. affects the rest of the international community and that a recession is inevitable. To ride the wave, Chad recommends taking proactive steps to deal with an economic downturn. He shares how they have seen a reduction in compensation rises without a decrease in current compensation. He shares how major consulting firms such as McKinsey are managing to maintain their current fees with their clients. In terms of the Data Science market, this is a no-lose career choice moving forward, but in the ESG sustainable market, a lot of companies consider this a luxury and it's not at the core of their business, Chad forecasts that companies will downplay the focus in this area. He confirms that corporations will reach out to independent consulting firms especially when they are experts in the fields of Finance, AI, Data Science, and Big Data, in addition to healthcare companies and hospital systems that may need to hire a boutique firm.  How Independent Consultants Get Noticed by Recruiting Firms Chad explains that, despite how extremely talented and experienced his clients may be, they can't always place top talent with a company. The candidate's skills must be specific in alignment with the company's demands. When reaching out to an executive search firm, focus on the information on the resume because the resume will be uploaded to the internal database which will be matched with queries. Also, Identify what you are looking for in the initial email, but Chad also recommends that applicants should continue to network. When asked about working for private equity firm's portfolio companies, Chad explains that it's advisable to approach the professionals in the private equity firm to gain a better understanding on what the firm wants to accomplish and who to contact. He offers advice on email subject headings, the type of quantifiable information that will get you noticed, and when to follow up. He also explains how consultants who have “been on the beach” for an extended “vacation” should approach firms. Timestamps: 05:42: Current State of the Job Market 19:44: The demand for independent consultants vs. demand for consulting firms 24:02 Consulting Demand in Times of Uncertainty: Transformation and Cost Containment Skill Sets  32:31 Quantifying Expertise to Secure Consulting Gigs and Hiring Former Consultants for Full-Time Jobs  34:56 Impact of Recession on Recruiting and Consulting Services  37:51 Exploring the Impact of the US Economy on Business Development and Marketing Strategies  35:18 Bracing for a Tough Year: Insights from International Search Firms  39:36 Recession Strategies and Fee Levels in the Consulting Industry 54:09 Leveraging Independent Consulting Experience for Full-Time Roles  Links: Website: https://charlesaris.com/ Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. Learn more at www.umbrex.com.  

Brooke Hill, Ex-Googler and Wharton MBA, is the CEO & Co-Founder of Swella Beauty. Braids have a rich history and a reputation for their protective nature. Unfortunately, along with these protective hairstyles are the common challenges associated with achieving them: increased pricing, long hours in the chair, lack of included services like hair washing and, sometimes, safety considerations, since many braiders require clients to travel to their home.With Swella, Brooke and her Co-Founder, Zanbria Asante, are on a mission to address these concerns. The idea for the concept emerged nearly a year ago, when Brooke Hill hosted a five-week pop-up salon in Philadelphia that made $9,000 in revenue and served 30 customers. Success from this “braid cafe” combined with a $25,000 grant from the 2021 Visible Hands Accelerator was the impetus for the launch of the Swella brand—the now Atlanta-based storefront for which Hill is a cofounder. Swella opened last year and offers customers a full-service, luxurious yet affordable braiding experience. They have ambitions to scale and become the new standard for the space! Description Source: Sweet July Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I'm not a financial advisor; nothing I write in Superpowers for Good should be considered investment advice. You should seek appropriate counsel before making investment decisions. I purchased shares in Raise Green.Devin: What do you see as your superpower?Jackie: My work ethic is really my superpower.Jackie Logan is the co-founder and CIO of Raise Green and one of my favorite humans. Her kindness exceeds her brilliance. I'm excited to have her as an advisor for The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation.Raise Green is a FINRA-registered crowdfunding portal focused exclusively on climate solutions. Now, Raise Green is raising capital itself via Wefunder.AI Summary* Raise Green is a FINRA-registered crowdfunding platform for the climate tech industry.* Its mission is to democratize ownership of the clean energy transition.* They are currently crowdfunding on Wefunder.* Key elements for successful crowdfunding include a story, financial expectations, and marketing plans.* Investors should be thoughtful about their financial goals and use common sense when investing.* Jackie Logan's interest in environmental activism stems from family values and an appreciation for nature.* Raise Green allows individuals to invest in climate solutions and support the transition from dirty to clean energy.* The company aims to create a more inclusive and equitable way of funding climate solutions.* Interested individuals should explore Raise Green and become involved in the movement toward climate action.* CIO Jackie Logan emphasizes the importance of hard work, collaboration, and a thirst for learning in driving positive change.Jackie's Raise Green StoryRaising JackieJackie's journey to becoming a leading climate financier requires us to understand a bit about this Wharton MBA who spent at least two decades on Wall Street, working in turns both Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs.Jackie's parents brought her to the US as a child. “My father escaped the Holocaust.”“We lived by a few principles: number one, we were very grateful that we were in the United States,” she says Others included hard work, “charity begins at home, be good to your neighbor and educate yourself.”“While I grew up here in New York City, my summers were on a dairy farm, living off the earth, gardens, etcetera. So, the appreciation of nature and the importance of it,” she says.In addition, she says, “My uncle was a big environmentalist activist already in the early 60s, picketing in front of the Capitol.”Prioritizing Climate“In 2016 or 17, I had the opportunity to see the development of certain ESG strategies and realized that with this looming climate crisis we had, we needed to get private capital moving very quickly directly into climate projects, innovative things that were happening,” Jackie says.“I just felt that what was available the big public market ESG stuff that was going on—didn't hack it for me,” she says. “My kids are grown. I just decided it was the right time for me to take my 20, 25 years of experience in the capital markets and put it into something that would be directly moving capital directly into climate. And that's exactly what Raise Green is.”Raise Green isn't happening in a vacuum. It is just one part of the solution, as Jackie sees it. “We need to attack this from so many angles.”“With the Inflation Reduction Act and the other two acts that we have recently coming out of the government, the tailwinds are there,” she says.“Policy is one thing, and actually putting it into action is another,” Jackie says. “We are giving small to medium-sized folks the ability to take financing into their own control, speak to their community and the public and raise capital.”Raise Green Helps“What is unique about Raise Green is that we are 100 percent dedicated to climate solutions and clean energy,” Jackie says.“We work with companies in the climate tech space all the way to folks that are doing climate clean energy projects across the United States who are looking to raise capital—equity or debt—and get them up on our platform and open them up to just about anyone to invest for as little as $100,” she continues.“Our attitude is, ‘Hey, jump on RaiseGreen.com, click invest, and for as little as $100, you can identify a project or a company that is doing something that speaks to you,” Jackie says. “This is a financial investment, which means that you have the potential for a financial return plus impact at the same time.”Help Raise Green“We are a startup ourselves; we've been around since we started in 2018, got our license in 2019 and launched our first offering in July of 2020,” Jackie says, recapping the startup's five-year journey in a single sentence.The Raise Green team is currently raising money, much of it via a successful Regulation D campaign only open to wealthy accredited investors. To conduct that offering in harmony with the values they espouse, they decided to add a crowdfunding component.“We are doing it on Wefunder, which is a B Corp.,” Jackie says, after reminding me that portals aren't allowed to raise money for themselves on their own platform. She says the team is hoping to raise $100,000 via the Reg CF offering and would welcome up to $500,000 there.At this writing, the Wefunder campaign stands at almost $77,000. (Wefunder displays the total capital raised under both offerings but makes the crowdfunding portion visible if you click the little “i” for information.)Importantly, both offerings are made on the same terms, Jackie says. So, an ordinary investor who puts in $100, gets the same deal that someone investing $100,000 in the Reg D offering.In all of Jackie's work, she leverages her work ethic as a superpower.Superpowers for Good is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.How to Develop Your Work Ethic As a SuperpowerJackie attributes her work ethic largely to the way she was raised by her parents. It has proven powerful.She shared an example of how she uses her superpower today:I'll just use an example of one of the issuers that was on our platform. They weren't the most obvious issuer to come through Raise Green. Three women co-founded a company called Ola Filter. I really mean bright and capable women designing a water filter for developing countries—which you'd say, “Well, you know, why Raise Green?”And I'll just say that I just saw the opportunity of us—Raise Green and myself—working with them to help them coordinate and pull their paperwork together, etc., etc., really could make the difference between this happening and not. Yeah, that is one of the experiences that I feel that my rolling up my sleeves, putting the time and effort into something—which is part of my superpower—made something very significant happen. And they're off and running.Jackie thinks of hard work as comprising respect for others paired with a belief in the possible. Developing a work ethic into a superpower is a mindset.By following Jackie's example and her advice, you can make your work ethic into a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.SuperCrowd23Jackie will be speaking at SuperCrowd23, held May 10-11. She'll be part of a fascinating conversation about experiences with and best practices for crowdfunding investment clubs. Her colleague, Raise Green CEO Franz Hochstrasser, will be part of a panel discussion of ten portal CEOs. Don't miss a minute!Readers get half-price tickets here. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at devinthorpe.substack.com/subscribe

This episode once again kicks off with a look at the latest interview invites popping up on MBA LiveWire. Alex and Graham then talk about how they anticipate seeing UPenn / Wharton invites this upcoming week, as well as those for MIT / Sloan. Graham also highlighted a recently published interview tip that discusses the differences between a resume-based interview and an application-based interview. Graham and Alex then discussed the recently published article on finance careers, with a “hat tip” to Wharton for leading the way in venture capital recruits. Your hosts also discussed a Real Humans piece focused on six current Wharton MBA students; it's really required reading for anyone considering Wharton. Graham also highlighted a piece by a Tuck student about an event organized by Columbia regarding business in Africa. A good example of the cooperation among leading MBA programs. Finally, Graham highlighted a virtual event we are hosting with current students at top programs including Berkeley / Haas, Wharton / UPenn, UNC Kenan-Flagler, Chicago / Booth, and SMU / Cox.  Register here: https://bit.ly/rhstudentslive As usual, this episode features three candidate profile reviews, in this instance taken from three ApplyWire entries. Our first candidate is from Colombia and works in real estate and construction. Alex and Graham like those aspects of their profile. The candidate have a 321 GRE (wish it was a little higher) and a 3.15 GPA (which will be below average). The latter is complemented by a graduate degree GPA of 3.65. They're applying in Rounds 2 and 3, and have received an interview invite from  Michigan / Ross. Fingers crossed!  This week's second candidate is applying as an undergraduate to deferred enrolment programs. Alex thinks they should reduce their target school list and only apply to the top programs, for now. They can always reapply in several years' time. Alex and Graham like their internship experience, they are an under-represented candidate, and their GMAT is at 700. Some very decent potential overall. Wiretaps candidate #3 is originally from Africa, but has been in the United States for most of their life. They have a longer set of work experience, as well as a masters degree. They have not taken the GMAT yet, and are targeting next season. We are hoping to see a GMAT above 700, and really like their profile, overall. WireTaps is recorded in Paris, France and Cornwall, England. It is produced and engineered by Dennis Crowley in glorious West Philadelphia. Thanks for listening and stay safe everyone!

Stand out in your Wharton Team-Based Discussion (TBD) interview with these tips from former Wharton admissions reps and experts, Graham Richmond and Alex Brown. Alex and Graham walk through this year's TBD prompt, what Wharton is looking for, how to handle your fellow teammates and more. If you want to succeed in your Wharton MBA interview, tune in now!

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What are the implications and how will educators plan for an AI-driven future? Plus: The Department of Justice files a lawsuit against Google, Strava acquires Fatmap, ESPN makes a deal with the Association of Pickleball Professionals, and more. Join our hosts Zachary Crockett and Rob Litterst as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thdspod  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thdspod/  Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit Subscribe or Follow us on Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  Plus! Your engagement matters to us. If you are a fan of the show, be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hustle-daily-show/id1606449047 (and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues). “The Hustle Daily Show” is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Produced by Darren Clarke.

Success comes from value creation.    For a strategic initiative to create value, it must increase willingness to pay or decrease willingness to sell. Otherwise, the resources expended will not flow into profitability.   Today's discussion is one I was looking forward to because we're focusing on value-based strategy frameworks and using strategic analysis to understand whether a company has a competitive advantage. Joining us to explore this topic is someone who has taken a fundamentally sound framework and brought it to life with excellent insights and vivid examples, Felix Oberholzer-Gee.   Felix Oberholzer-Gee is the Andreas Andresen Professor of Business Administration in the Strategy Unit at Harvard Business School. A member of the faculty since 2003, Felix has won numerous awards for excellence in teaching, including the Harvard Business School Class of 2006 Faculty Teaching Award for best teacher in the core curriculum and the 2002 Helen Kardon Moss Anvil Award for best teacher in the Wharton MBA program. He teaches competitive strategy in executive education programs such as the Program for Leadership Development, the Senior Executive Program for China, and a program for media executives titled Effective Strategies for Media Companies. His course, Strategies Beyond the Market, is a popular elective class for second-year MBA students. Felix is the author of numerous books, and his latest book, Better, Simpler Strategy, will be a major subject of today's conversation.   In this episode, Felix, Tano, and I discuss how Felix defines his strategy framework, why willingness to pay and willingness to sell should be at the core of every strategy conversation, the value of ROIC as a metric of success, how Felix thinks about driving competitive advantages, value capture versus value creation, how to think about complements and substitutes, the potential for innovation and productivity growth, and so much more! Key Topics:   Welcome Felix to the show (2:03) Why a Ph.D. for career advancement unexpectedly led to Felix's transition into academia (2:24) How case writing guides Felix's interests and research focus (4:20) Defining a value-based strategy framework (6:25) Why should every conversation start with “Are we increasing willingness to pay or are we decreasing willingness to sell?” (10:08) Why Felix chose return on invested capital (ROIC) as a primary metric (12:40) Looking at ROIC distribution over the long term (14:22) Focusing on creating a competitive advantage inside of your industry segment (18:25) The significant issues strategists have with P&L statements (21:31) Value capture versus value creation (24:56) Determining willingness to pay (28:21) Harnessing network effects to increase willingness to pay (29:19) When to be worried about new entrants (33:18) Types of relationships between complementors (36:59) Understanding complements and value creation (40:26) Identifying complements and subtitutes (43:27) The effect of different management practices on productivity and willingness to sell (50:53) Tying willingness to pay and willingness to sell to strategy maps (56:01) Case study: Best Buy (58:09) The potential for innovation and productivity growth (1:02:09) Why Felix is obsessed with the differences between how we think about products and services versus jobs (1:04:50) Felix's book recommendations (1:08:18) And much more! Mentioned in this Episode:   Felix Oberholzer-Gee's Book | Better, Simpler Strategy: A Value-Based Guide to Exceptional Performance Youngme Moon's Book | Different: Escaping the Competitive Herd Frances Frei & Anne Morriss' Book | Uncommon Service: How to Win by Putting Customers at the Core of Your Business Thanks for Listening!   Be sure to subscribe on Apple, Google, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And feel free to drop us a line at valueinvesting@gsb.columbia.edu.   Follow the Heilbrunn Center on social media on Instagram, LinkedIn, and more!

LISTEN NOW!! Claudia Jaramillo is a Senior executive with global experience as corporate officer in an S&P 500 company, engineering background and Wharton MBA degree. She demonstrated track record in leading successful strategic and large-scale transformation initiatives and managing finance organizations through complex business cycles. Claudia served on audit committees as a financial expert with a variety of domestic and international positions leading highly diverse teams in the Americas, Europe and Asia.Claudia is a frequent speaker on treasury, sustainability, governance, and diversity matters. She has been a panelist at the global Women Economic Forum, EuroFinance and the Board Governance Dialogue conference for Fortune 500 board members. This focus on the development of diverse talent led her to the launching of the #WISE global program which sponsors mentoring for women in 60+ countries.On this episode, Claudia shared some inspiring career insights she's amassed so far in her career.Here are some highlights from this Episode! To get the full experience kindly tune to leverage all :

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Raghu Bala about how blockchain is improving data availability, security, and flexibility. Raghu Bala (https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghubala/) is the Chief Technology Officer of Kresus Labs and was previously an executive with Yahoo, Infospace, PwC, and with 3 successful startup exits. He also teaches MIT Sloan School of Business/Computer Science and AI Laboratory's course on the Implications of Artificial Intelligence on Business, as well is a Tutor for MIT's Blockchain course. Mr. Bala was winner of 2016 Best Abstract in Best Wearable Medical Device category at the AI in Medicine conference, and in 1993 winner of the Best Thesis Award on Temporal Databases at the Hartford Graduate Center Conference. He holds an MBA in Finance from Wharton MBA, an MS in Computer Science from RPI, has been a Columbia University Adjunct Lecturer, published author (Microsoft Press, Macmillan) and speaker at several major conferences including IoT Congress, Google IO, and more. Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at www.BetterHelp.com/HCI and get on your way to being your best self. Check out Ka'Chava at www.Kachava.com/HCI. Check out BELAY here. Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader. Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine. Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices