One of the many things I struggle with is being vulnerable. This wrestle with vulnerability began in my early teens as I started discovering parts of myself that, if made public, were going to be susceptible to anything from misrepresentation to outright demonization. So I kept a lot of those things to myself and fought…
The Skill No Leader Can Do Without
Leaders tend to be many things. From elected politicians to celebrated activists or just everyday people who wield some form of influence. Some of these leaders have institutional authority, while others do not. Some of them self-identify as leaders while others are ascribed the label by either those they lead or those who are inspired…
Not All Entrepreneurs Need Co-Founders
A Case for Solopreneurs Founding a company, they say, is like having a baby. The initial idea is first conceived in the mind of the founders either as the aftermath of serendipitous inspiration or as a product of intentional problem-solving. This idea is then nurtured by the founders and their team who work tirelessly for…
What 15 Months of Internships, 5 Countries, and 4 Industries Have Taught Me About the Professional World
It’s been an adventure these past 37 months. I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to spend 15 of those months exploring the corridors of the professional world and the other 22 months shuttling between classes, the cafeteria and my room while at school. I started off in the professional world with my…
Six Essential Books Every Student Should Read in 2019 and Why
I’m so thrilled to share these books with you! I curated this list to suggest some great books I’ve read that will help you navigate different aspects of your student experience. I’m sure you already planned to read more books in 2019, and that’s fantastic! But the only thing better than reading more books is…