Preparing for Xbox: How A Thoughtful Onboarding Experience Is Shaping My Career
Typically, when you accept an internship offer, onboarding follows a predictable rhythm โ forms to fill out, start dates to confirm, and maybe an orientation closer to your first day.
My Xbox onboarding experience has been completely different.
The Ball Is In Your Court: On Career Pivots, Confidence, and Learning to Play New Games
When I received the invitation to interview with Microsoft, I was thrilled โ and terrified.
I had applied for a Business Development Manager internship, but at the time, I had no idea which team or office I might be placed in.
Connecting the Dots: From Tech, to Football, to Gaming (Xbox).
This week, the Michigan State University (Broad College of Business) has been Madrid, Spain, for the 2025 Study Abroad trip. To me, it has been a masterclass in global business strategy โ from tech giants to global sports leagues โ and itโs been fascinating to see how seemingly different industries are connected by common threads: innovation, audience engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
Why Gaming? | A Generation Ahead
When I started my MBA, I made a conscious decision to remain openโto let the universe guide me, as opposed to committing to a specific industry. I didnโt have a clear goal or a pre-determined path; I just wanted to immerse myself in learning and let opportunities unfold organically. As I near my summer internship with Xbox, Iโve been asking myself: Why gaming? Why has the universe nudged me into this industry? During my visit to the Microsoft campus in Redmond, my MSFT mentor, Miguel mentioned that gaming generates more revenue than all other entertainment industries combined. This was VERY eye-opening.
