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Sherry Chen

Authentic Leadership Development and Reimagine Capitalism, I understand that my intrinsic happiness and sense of fulfillment does not only come from personal achievement, but more importantly, comes from my contributions to others and to... View Details

Keywords: Real Estate; Services; Other Financial Services

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Laura Ucros Tellez

happening and asking for help would mean I was weak. Now I know it was the bravest thing I have ever done. It saved my life. This experience has brought me even closer to my family, has made me more resilient, and has given me purpose. I want to live a View Details

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Carl Petty

appreciate how much they have in common and to respect or even celebrate that which makes them different. I would love to do this on a grand scale as a diplomat, helping to resolve conflict throughout the world. Whether this ends up as my path or I walk another, less... View Details

01 Mar 2017
News

Constant Inspiration

My 30th Reunion this year was pure joy.” Guidera, a firm believer in providing unrestricted support, donates to the HBS Fund for Leadership and Innovation every year. “The School knows best where to invest the money,” she says. “I am View Details

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Irene So

that they never had, so they can cruise around the suburbs of Chicago in style. And what do I want to do besides that? I want to laugh hysterically every day - big, belly-aching laughs that make your face hurt. I want to make my fiancé insanely View Details

10 Oct 2017
News

Risk and Rewards

richer than you. You have to be happy with yourself and who you are and what you are. “Opportunities are going to present themselves to you when you least expect them. And what you have to be willing to do is take risks. People are much... View Details

16 Jun 2014
Blog Post

Recruiting Millennials in a Global Market

first-hand the transition from serving and advising both Generation X and Generation Y. And while all individuals are different, members of each generational group share common characteristics that shape their behaviors and desires and result in different motivations... View Details

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About | Harvard Business School

very important contributor to my later success in life, a success which has surprised many, myself included. I am very happy to contribute through the arts to make HBS an even better experience for those who are lucky enough to get to... View Details

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Peter Tynan

all share the same dream for a happy life. I am saddened that not all those watching the sunset will have their dreams fulfilled – because of deep poverty, conflict, inequality and all levels of struggle to get through the day. There are... View Details

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Emily Wang

I will take a deep breath and step onto my stage. There are no awkward throwback photos of me in tutus or dance recitals. Ballet classes were a luxury for which we did not have time or money. But I was a happy and resolute child, and in... View Details

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Chris Chang

be the prestige of my employer, but the enthusiasm and passion I bring to my work. When my one wild ride concludes, I will look within to assess the successfulness of my life. I will look in the mirror to determine whether I am happy with... View Details

8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EDT, 16 Mar 2015

Career Reboot Camp in San Francisco

Career Reboot Camp is coming to San Francisco! Led by Professor Tim Butler and facilitated by HBS career coaches, participants will work through exercises to reflect on their key career interests, what's important to them in work and life, and create a plan to move... View Details

26 Mar 2012
Research & Ideas

What Neuroscience Tells Us About Consumer Desire

is a sophisticated piece of medical equipment that exerts a very strong magnetic field at all times, and it's important to be very careful around it," Karmarkar says. "For example, you cannot take metal into a magnet room!" “Expressions of View Details

Keywords: by Carmen Nobel; Consumer Products

15 Jun 2018
News

Skydeck Live: The Science of a Meaningful Life

the science of productivity. During spring reunions this year, Duhigg spoke to alumni about his next potential project: understanding the science of a meaningful life. Essentially, how can we live lives that are not just happy but truly... View Details

01 Jan 2002
News

Raymond V. Gilmartin (MBA '68)

happiness and peace.' Then I realized that happiness and peace came from knowing that whatever problem is brought to me, I-or someone in the company-can solve it." Whether meeting with scientists in a... View Details

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Ann Lucena

I was ten: "When I grow up I want to be happy." Now I say it confidently, knowing that my happiness will come from helping others find their own happiness. View Details

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Amy Huynh

his broom, gave me a heartfelt hug, and smiled so genuinely that he lit up the street. I wished others had stopped for a moment to see how happy he was. It was magical. I want to discover that magic every day, be part of it, and add to... View Details

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1.24 Commencement | MBA

1.24 Commencement 1.0 Academic Information & Policies The MBA Program joyfully anticipates the annual Harvard Commencement exercises in late May each year. All students are encouraged to attend, and the MBA Program is happy to assist... View Details

01 Sep 2012
News

It’s a Small World

now, with the past few years having been so all-consuming, Pasricha is happy to slow down a bit, focus on his day job—he’s an executive at Walmart Canada—and devote more time to the awesome things in life. View Details

Keywords: News, Library, Internet, and Other Services; Information

22 Dec 2022
Blog Post

Climate Stories Episode #13: Democratizing Climate Returns - Nisha Desai (HBS 1997), Founder and CEO of Invest With Intention

stage. She is busy validating her go-to-market strategy and raising funds. She revealed that she does have “some angels committed and in the bank already!” But she is happy to connect with HBS alums interested in getting involved. With a... View Details

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