Culture in Companies, Families, and Romantic Relationships
At Stanford, the one class I disliked the most was called “Cultures, Ideas and Values.” At the time, I thought there was little value in
October 1, 2022
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How to Make a First or Lasting Impression
If you want to make an impressive first impression with someone, show them how smart, brilliant, and accomplished you are. Share with them your resume, income,
September 27, 2022
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The Gift of Failure
“Failure” always has a gift. The gift is an opportunity to learn a lesson. The challenge with failure is it feels just awful. And when
September 23, 2022
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Chasing Dreams
I’m a big believer that everyone should spend at least a portion of their life chasing their own dreams. Whether dream chasing is your life
September 18, 2022
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Fatigue & Decision Making
I don’t think I’ve ever made a good decision when I’m exhausted and it’s late at night. Fatigue clouds judgment. Fatigue causes hormones and brain
September 14, 2022
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How to Pass the McKinsey Problem Solving Game [Guide]
Early on in the McKinsey case interview process, candidates will take part in an evaluation called “Solve,” the McKinsey digital assessment game (formerly called the
September 9, 2022
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Bad Decision vs. Bad Outcome (and How to Tell the Difference)
A lot of people tend to judge the quality of a decision based on the outcome of the decision. This
The Awkwardness of Managing More Experienced Direct Reports
One of the questions I get a lot from newer managers is: “How do I manage someone who is older
The Study of Mistakes
When I was in school, my strongest subjects were in STEM — science and math specifically. In high school, I
Effectiveness or Pleasure
There’s a saying I’ve lived by for quite some time now. If you’re going to do something, you should either
Handshake, Kiss, or Bow
I’ve had the good fortune of working and socializing with people from a wide variety of cultures. One of the
Keep Moving Forward
One of my professional mentors taught me a very useful tip on how to travel when flights get canceled due
Market Cycles
All things have a natural cycle. The sun rises; the sun sets. The tide comes in; the tide goes out.
Mutually Beneficial
In the long run, the only type of relationship that endures is the mutually beneficial one. One-sided relationships — whether
How to Motivate
Everyone starts their career as an individual contributor. You’re hired to do “work.” As you progress in your career, your
Women in Business
Over a decade before I had three daughters, I was intrigued by women and how they’re perceived in the business