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Read MorePersonal FinanceA Guide for Giving Tuesday (Without Losing Your Sanity or Your Wallet)
This piece draws on insights generously shared by Asha Aravindakshan of GlobalGiving, Lydia Gosselin, CFP, and Michelle Ormsby of Teach For America Detroit during their recent webinar, which emphasized that giving is not only impactful but also strategic. Let’s be honest. Giving Tuesday can feel like a full-contact sport. Your inbox is overflowing, your favorite […]
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Read MoreBeyond the MBAJessica Kapadia on Trusting Your Inner Compass and Taking a Bet on Yourself
When Forté MBA alumna Jessica Kapadia (Indiana University – Bloomington, Kelley School of Business, MBA 2010) reflects on her career, one theme stands out: learning to trust her inner compass. From her time at Apple to her current work with impact-driven ventures in Africa, Jessica’s path has been guided by self-reflection, courage, and a deep […]
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Read MoreBusiness Women of TomorrowSophie Song: Finding Courage and Building a Career in Investments
Starting a career in investments requires persistence, curiosity, and the courage to follow your passions. In a recent video from Capital Group, investment analyst Sophie Song shares her personal journey; from growing up in China, to immigrating to Canada, to building an international career across New York, Los Angeles, and Singapore. Along the way, she highlights […]
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Read MoreMBA - Application ProcessAce Your Round 2 MBA Applications With These Tips
Applying for Round 2 can feel hectic, especially around the holidays, but it’s also your chance to show schools who you really are. From essays to interviews, recommendations, and even test day, every step is an opportunity to stand out. These practical tips can help you avoid common pitfalls, tell your story with clarity, and […]
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Read MoreMid-LevelSlide-Decks and Second Opinions: The Evolving Art of Consulting
There was a time when every consulting insight came with a 50-slide appendix, a perfectly color-coded Gantt chart, and a watermark declaring Confidential – For Client Use Only. Competence was measured in slide count, and PowerPoint was the industry’s native language. Back then, consultants spoke in frameworks, clients nodded in agreement, and everyone left the […]
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Read MoreWomen on BoardsInclusion, Insight, and Inspiration — Reflections from the Global Women on Boards Conference
Last year, I made the purposeful journey from Cologne to Brussels to attend a truly impactful event: Global Women on Boards Conference* – Promoting Inclusion and Allyship in Today’s Workplace. I had a hunch the effort would be worthwhile — and I was absolutely right. Held in a beautiful venue that encouraged both focus and […]
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Read MoreGlobal BusinessCounting Women, Not Words
Everyone in Europe knows the clock is ticking. By June 30, 2026, EU-listed companies — several thousand in total*, from global giants to far less familiar names — will be held to more than rhetoric. Under the Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive, 40% of non-executive seats or a third of all board seats must […]
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Read MoreB-School SpotlightsSTEM MBA Degrees: Building Leadership Opportunities for Women
This blog is sponsored by Carnegie Mellon University (Tepper School of Business) For Eleanor Dinardo, choosing to earn an MBA wasn’t solely for career advancement. Her goals also included developing her leadership approach, creating authentic relationships, and discovering a nurturing community. “I wanted to truly know my classmates, form meaningful relationships, and build a network […]
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