Students share book recommendations for finding new meaning or seeing the world differently. Growing up, I liked to read so much it was almost annoying. On the day I got my first library card, I borrowed the maximum number of books I was allowed. From then on, I would go to the library with my… Continue reading The Books That Changed Us
Category: Advice
How to Fail Well and the Similarities Between Business and Dating (I/II)
Felipe Cerón (MBA ’22) interviews HBS professors about their failures and what they learned from them. How do we fail well? How do we learn from it? How do we get comfortable and move on fast? Should we share our failures? If you are anything like me (and I would place a bet most HBS… Continue reading How to Fail Well and the Similarities Between Business and Dating (I/II)
Advice for Approaching Your Post-MBA Career: Reflect
In his column for the Harbus, Professor Trevor Fetter shares his thoughts on the issues facing HBS students. It is a scary season, and not just because I am writing this on Halloween. The markets are volatile, the election is next week, and we are still in the midst of a global pandemic. You are… Continue reading Advice for Approaching Your Post-MBA Career: Reflect
A Guide to Boston for New RCs
Emily Batt (MBA ’20) gives us a primer for exploring the city. According to an old adage, Mark Twain once remarked, In New York they ask, “How much is he worth?” In Philadelphia, “Who were his parents?” And in Boston they ask, “How much does he know?” Whether apocryphal or not, Boston’s emphasis on learning… Continue reading A Guide to Boston for New RCs
HBS to Replace PE Bro Intake with AI, Starting with Class of 2022
The shocking announcement simultaneously impacts PE and tech bros globally. In a shock announcement that has left associates worldwide concerned, the HBS Admissions Office announced that starting with the upcoming admissions rounds, they will no longer be admitting students from the investment banking and private equity industries. Instead, classes will introduce the software “BuysideBot,” which… Continue reading HBS to Replace PE Bro Intake with AI, Starting with Class of 2022
Adapting to Your New World
In his monthly column for the Harbus, Professor Kevin W. Sharer shares his thoughts on the issues facing HBS students. May comes again as we celebrate, encourage, and recognize another 900 or so new HBS graduates. This is a singular honor, privilege, and accomplishment that will always reflect credit upon you and set you apart.… Continue reading Adapting to Your New World
Ten Things I Learned as a VC
Dimi Taslim (MBA ’19) shares some hard lessons learned as a venture investor. Prior to matriculating at HBS, I worked as a VC and led deal sourcing and execution across multiple markets in Asia. I learned many things the hard way. Things they don’t teach in business school. Today I’d like to share some of… Continue reading Ten Things I Learned as a VC
The Weekender
Spring has arrived, and the warmer weather is calling us to emerge from the campus tunnels and explore Boston and beyond. These five “daytrippable” destinations are off-the-beaten-path and capture some of what I love most about the area I call home. 1. Hudson, Massachusetts 1 hour from HBS Formally a shoe-manufacturing town, Hudson has undergone… Continue reading The Weekender
Reflections from Your SA Co-Presidents
This month, we interviewed Sana Mohammed and Triston Francis to learn about their time as Student Association Co-Presidents and what they’ll be carrying with them as they graduate in just a few months and pass on the torch to the Class of 2020. What surprised you most while serving as SA Co-Presidents? Triston: I was… Continue reading Reflections from Your SA Co-Presidents
Dear Harby: The Advice Column for MBAs
Dear Harby, February 14 is a magical day – I finally get to pick whether I spend my summer with Goldman, McKinsey or Facebook! While I feel the warm glow of affection for these companies, part of my heart sizzles with anticipation at the idea of that unnameable startup I’ve yet to meet. Should I… Continue reading Dear Harby: The Advice Column for MBAs
Personal Presentation
Let’s talk about a subject that in its most narrow interpretation has become a bit taboo in today’s world and with good reason. That subject is how you appear to the world. The taboo part refers to all the myriad of ways we react as humans to the physical presentation of others. Some aspects of… Continue reading Personal Presentation
Advice From Faculty to Outgoing ECs
Stay in touch with one (or more) of your faculty members; these oftentimes become amazing points of connection — in both directions — over the long term and a great way to stay engaged with HBS. Dean Nohria Think about what is important to you and to those whom you care about. Use that input… Continue reading Advice From Faculty to Outgoing ECs
The Journey Begins
This column is addressed mostly to the class of 2018, but perhaps the class of 2019 might take a peek too. First, my congratulations for earning the right to be in perhaps the most admired, sought after and elite group in the business world. You very soon will be a graduate of Harvard Business School.… Continue reading The Journey Begins
Dear Harby: The Advice Column for MBAs
This month Harby helps soon-to-be-former MBA candidates confront the trepidation of graduation, with her tips for surviving life outside HBS. Dear Harby, It’s the end of EC year and with the conclusion of Bridges I’ve been kicked to the proverbial curb, left to fend for myself in the wilds of the “Real World.” I made… Continue reading Dear Harby: The Advice Column for MBAs