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Applying for an MBA: Strategies for Success
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a highly regarded and versatile degree that can bring substantial value to individuals both personally and professionally. A successful MBA application requires careful planning, thoughtful preparation, and a compelling presentation of your qualifications. This week’s Newsletter discusses what admissions committees look for in candidates
The Holiday Edition | 2023 Wrap (Gratitude List)
As we stand on the brink of a new year, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve shared throughout 2023. This year has been a tapestry of exploration, connection, and personal growth, and it’s all thanks to each and every one of you. Join me in expressing gratitude for the memorable moments and experiences that have defined our collective adventure.
Taking the GMAT Exam: How to Succeed
The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a standardized test commonly required for admission to graduate business programmes, such as MBA (Master of Business Administration) programmes. If you’re planning to take the GMAT, there are some important things to know.
The Shape of Story: Telling (writing) Compelling Stories / Essays
In case you are (considering) 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 for a 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲, or desiring to 𝗽𝗶𝘃𝗼𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, here are some tips on how you can tell your story better in 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘆𝘀 and 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀.
It’s a Jungle Gym, not a (Corporate) Ladder.
In September of 2020, I wrote a very lengthy email to my dad, letting him know that I was leaving my (first) permanent job, to focus fully on building my company.
Welcome (Back) to the Newsletter
It feels like just yesterday that I decided I was introducing a newsletter section to my blog, and life got so busy, suddenly it is October. Firstly, welcome (back)!
Emerging Public Leaders
During the UNGA week, I met up with Abigail, Amanda and Shazia, who are ladies working in the non-profit sector, empowering emerging public leaders.
The Young Professional
I am delighted to be joining the fabulous panel hosted by The Young Professional (UK) network, discussing alongside other trailblazers how we juggle multiple elements to our careers, the search for fulfilment, flexibility versus security, our approach to risk taking and much more.
Friends of Malawi
I joined the Chandler Foundation and the Segal Family Foundation at their second annual Friends of Malawi Reception, to honor the delegation of the Government of Malawi, as well as change makers and funders working in Malawi.
You Give Me Permission to Be
As I was preparing for my talk with the Visible Women Agency which was held in New York on “Redefining Mentorship”, I kept asking myself what the people who often tell me that they look up to me would wish to hear from me. I kept thinking about my mother, who has been on my mind more so lately, than before.
