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Women, money and power: why more women are considering careers in financial...

Often, financial planner Laura Mattia feels like a professional psychologist. Spanning all different life stages and circumstances, her clients come to her with a variety of questions. Their stories...

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Taking a page out of Barnes & Noble’s business plan

From bankruptcy, to inflation issues, cutting costs to changing consumer trends, stores in every community are closing. An Insider tally of announcements by major retailers in 2023 finds at least 875...

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Are online MBAs worth it?

Want to get your MBA but can’t fathom that daily campus commute? It’s just a click away.  One of the many effects of the pandemic was a rapid shift to online learning, especially in the United States,...

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Top traits experts say hiring managers are looking for in 2023

Over the past year, some of the country’s largest employers, including Walmart, Amazon and Google, have cut thousands of jobs citing ‘global uncertainty, dwindling ad revenue, rising inflation and...

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Earth Day Spotlight: Stanford MBA works towards racial, climate & gender equity

Every April 22nd, people, governments, institutions, and businesses of all backgrounds come together to advance sustainability and climate action in commemoration of Earth Day. This year, the theme is...

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Sustainability trends on the business school campus

From companies, investors and workers, to communities, regulators and policymakers, no one is immune to the physical impacts of climate change.  Business schools play a key role in shaping the...

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3 floral design ideas to de-stress desk spaces

Research shows that keeping plants and flowers in the home and in the workplace increases memory retention and concentration.  Whether you work remotely, are hybrid, or back in the office, creating a...

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What to look for in an MBA curriculum

Partner content from our friends at Emory Goizueta. There are certain courses and concepts every MBA student should master: time value of money, regression analysis, business strategy, and market...

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Is Instagram dead? What’s next on the social scene: VIDEO

Have you been on Instagram yet today? How many times have you popped on the app? The latest reports show that Instagram has 2 billion monthly active users, with U.S. adults spending at least half an...

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The future of AI and the STEM path to success

Women in STEM have long had preconceptions attached to their profession. The longstanding myth that men are just inherently better at math and science than women persists despite mountains of...

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Major money mistakes and how to avoid them with Laura Mattia: VIDEO

Money touches every aspect of life, yet it’s often a taboo topic.  Only in the most vulnerable stages of life do people (particularly women) tend to be confronted with the harsh realities that they...

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How she MBA’ed her way to a creative career in entertainment: Sarah Rubin

MIT Sloan professor Steven Eppinger says creativity benefits when it is structured and systemized, similar to agile project management. “This process can make you better at innovation,” he says,...

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What belonging looks like, and the value of psychological safety at work:...

Everyone hopes to work for an organization that fulfills and inspires them. But increasingly, the concept of belonging within a workspace is taking precedence over other more tangible incentives for...

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Are remote work BFFs built to last?

Professional relationships are a key source of our motivation and support in the workplace. So, what happens when we aren’t working in the same physical environment as our team members? Many employers...

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MBA influencers share beauty budgeting tips that don’t break the bank

With inflation on everyone’s mind this year, the beauty industry is no exception. Makeup prices are at an all time high. US cosmetics prices rose in August by the most in almost 16 years according to...

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From C-Suite to Me-Suite

Partner content from our friends at Emory Goizueta. More than 50% of U.S. workers are unhappy in their jobs. So, where do you turn if you want more? Award-winning career coach and Goizueta adjunct...

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Must-Read Books We Love By AAPI Authors

May marks Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, which celebrates the histories of Americans hailing from across the Asian continent and from the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia...

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Ripe for disruption? Social media marketing trend watch: VIDEO

The art of perfecting successful social media marketing is in a constant state of evolution. Once a marketing industry mockery, it is now an undeniable staple of modern brand building. If you blink,...

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Unlock new opportunities: join the MBAchic Community Mixer

In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, the significance of community and meaningful connections cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to our academic and professional pursuits. Building...

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Alumni perspective: MBA grads share what they’d do differently if they could...

Alumni perspective: MBA grads share what they’d do differently if they could do it again There are so many valuable digital dialogues surrounding MBA experiences, but so little time to catch all of...

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Major changes to bschool exams, and how you can prepare for the new GMAT

New GMAT Focus prep materials below. If you’re thinking about an MBA, early on in the process you will need to decide if you’d rather take the GMAT or GRE exam (or the Executive Assessment, which you...

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Equal Pay Act Turns 60: The Long Road To Equality

For the majority of history, women have faced limited legal rights and fewer career opportunities compared to men. Society has emphasized wifehood and motherhood as a woman’s primary role and...

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Beyond buzz words: how top business schools are embracing the green business...

Sustainability isn’t a buzz word. It’s a personal and professional priority, and it’s become an integral part of our collective consciousness. A 2023 Student Voice survey conducted by Inside Higher Ed...

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Red flags job hunters should look out for, and the value of workplace...

Everyone hopes to work for an organization that fulfills and inspires them. But increasingly, the concept of belonging within a workspace is taking precedence over other more tangible incentives for...

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Beyond rainbows: unveiling the hidden struggles of LGBTQ+ family planning

Family planning is a deeply personal and often private matter that is rarely discussed among coworkers, acquaintances, or even extended family members. Wherever you happen to be on your own family...

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Can a Recession boost employee job satisfaction?

Partner content from our friends at Emory Goizueta. Will the United States tip into recession in 2023? The jury for many remains out, though there are enough clouds forming on the horizon to cause...

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Graduation sparks: the top gems from leading MBA commencement speakers

Graduation. It’s the exhilarating culmination of hard work, dedication, and personal growth. As MBA students walk across the stage this year, donning their caps and gowns, a wave of mixed emotions...

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Admissions representatives and experts on applying to bschool and the future...

If you wish you could pick the brain of an MBA admissions pro to make the most of your application preparation, you’re not alone. If you’re a prospective student curious about how to best prepare for...

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The bschool bound MBA summer reading list

The bschool bound MBA summer reading list School’s out for summer, but that doesn’t mean you can’t learn while you work on your tan and catch up on some extra beauty rest, right? After all, if you’re...

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Supreme Court Outlaws Affirmative Action, Sparking National Debate

In a landmark decision that reverberated across the nation, the Supreme Court handed down a historic ruling on June 29, striking down the use of race-based affirmative action in higher education...

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From Service to Success: Celebrating National Hire A Veteran Day

Every year, approximately 200,000 men and women leave U.S. military service and return to life as civilians, a process known as the military to civilian transition. It’s full of uncertainty and...

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Minority Founders Earn Funding Through Million Dollar Student-Run Peachtree...

Partner content from our friends at Emory Goizueta. The first of its kind in the nation, in 2020 The Roberto C. Goizueta Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation launched Peachtree Minority...

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Marketing, creative entrepreneurship & the MBA: a conversation with Delanie West

For marketing professional and entrepreneur Delanie West, achieving her MBA was a dream decades in the making, but as her story goes: timing is everything. An alumna of Hampton University and current...

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From Students to Standouts: The Influence of Deferred MBA Programs on Shaping...

Are you a master’s student with no work experience or a rising senior in your undergraduate program, contemplating your next steps towards a successful career? If you’re in research mode, chances are...

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Harnessing Resilience: PD Soros Fellow Daniela Veloza’s Rise from Swimmer to...

American former competition swimmer and five-time Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin said her attitude determined what she could achieve in and outside of the pool. “It’s all mental in getting out...

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Empowering change: women MBA leaders to watch on National Nonprofit Day

Everyone holds a cause close to their heart – whether it’s combating food insecurity, supporting military families, seeking cures for rare diseases, or championing sustainability. Our individual...

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How 3 business schools are tackling the gender parity problem

Gender balance benefits everyone, but not all business school experiences are created equally, and that’s reflected in student representation. Recently, The Financial Times released its 25th...

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How Goizueta’s Master in Business for Veterans Program Empowers Military Heroes

Transitioning from the honorable service of the military to the demanding world of civilian employment can be a daunting journey. In their hearts, veterans possess an unyielding determination to...

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What’s a unicorn career, and how to create one

2020 was supposed to be a fabulous year for Alaina Levine.  Instead, echoing countless other experiences, it started off as a disaster.  Her invitation to speak at the University of Tokyo? The event...

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Is AI Censoring Us?

Partner content from our friends at Emory Goizueta. Artificial intelligence has been hogging headlines around the world in recent months. In late March 2023, an unprecedented coalition of tech CEOs...

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Unmasking skincare trends: insights from Glowbar’s Rachel Liverman

Ever peeked into your bathroom and counted the army of skincare products lining your vanity? If you’re staring at rows of serums, moisturizers, and masks and nodding along, you’re in sync with...

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The Expert Perspective on ‘Burnout’: A Conversation with Professor Christina...

Burnout. It’s no new term. In fact, Google searches for “burnout symptoms” hit an all-time high in May 2022, as people everywhere tired of the physical, mental, and emotional strain of living through...

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Patient safety and empowerment: navigating the fertility journey

Healthcare expenses in the United States have soared to astronomical levels. In 2022, the average annual premium for individual employer-sponsored coverage reached a staggering $7,911, with family...

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A time management coach’s guide to conquering the Sunday Scaries

Part I in our two-part series on conquering the Sunday Scaries Let’s imagine it’s Friday. You’ve conquered the week and finally arrived at the calm shores of your weekend. Settle into that positive...

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MiM or MBA? Discover Goizueta’s Master in Management Program

Ask anyone, and you’ll likely hear a common aspiration: the desire to earn a living while pursuing passion. It’s the age-old dream of aligning personal fulfillment with professional success. Higher...

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4 career coach approved steps to follow this performance review season

Once a year performance reviews are the standard protocol in corporate America. But standard doesn’t equal effective. In 2016, 82 percent of workers surveyed said their company used an annual review....

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Tune In, Level Up: MBAchic’s Top 10 Podcast Playlist Revealed

Podcasts have become a daily companion for millions of Americans, filling those precious moments of spare time—be it during breakfast, the morning routine, or commutes by train, plane, or car. They...

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Mastering student loan repayment: exploring options, IDR plans, and loan...

As we usher in October, a seismic shift is underway for tens of millions of Americans who have enjoyed a reprieve from their student loan payments for years. The time has come to dust off those...

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From awareness to action: Latina Equal Pay Day

In various sectors, a collective movement is emerging, advocating for enhanced conditions. From actors, writers, and hotel employees to domestic workers, farm laborers, and auto industry...

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Transforming pain into power: a breast cancer survivor’s journey

“You have breast cancer.” Four words no one ever wants or expects to hear, but this year alone almost 300,000 women will hear this news according to American Cancer Society estimates.  It’s a...

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