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For Master of Finance grads, five traits for career and life

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At a convocation ceremony, distilling MIT lessons and remembering Professor Stephen Ross.

Jun 9, 2017
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How stand-up comedy helps an MIT grad work out her work life

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Leigh Shull on why the stage beats the boardroom for instant feedback.

May 31, 2017
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Five ways to prepare tech employees for the future of work

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At the MIT Sloan CIO symposium, assessing the impact of AI, machine learning, and tech platforms.

May 25, 2017
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A BCG vet’s advice for aspiring consultants and future board members

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“In particular for women, there seems to be a view that you can’t be both likable and respected. Don’t buy into that.”

May 4, 2017
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Tell your boss the hard truth, especially if your boss is the president

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Lt. Gen. Robert Van Antwerp on what he told George W. Bush about rebuilding after a hurricane.

Apr 12, 2017
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Six new business insights from MIT Sloan Management Review

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Why blockchain matters to you, how to use AI to improve employee performance, and more from the magazine.

Apr 4, 2017
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Cisco chief’s lessons in persistence

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John Chambers on enduring highs and lows, the imperative of digitization, and why Flip cameras didn’t work out.

Mar 20, 2017
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Three questions to ask before you join the family business

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Crane Currency CEO uncovers the pitfalls.

Mar 17, 2017
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Insects as superfood and garbage as “gold”

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Trendspotter Carly Stojsic’s predictions include new product categories and a warning about truth in an era of blurry facts.

Mar 14, 2017
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What I wish I knew then: 5 insights from women leaders

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Create new opportunities, and some surprising thoughts on mentors.

Mar 7, 2017
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