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Landing a banking job felt impossible without an internship. The expectation was banking, consulting, or marketing post-business school, but the journey took unexpected turns. #BankingJobs #Internship...

Each decision reinforces a larger reinvention. If the goal is 'serious founder,' every action builds credibility. Avoid side quests that dilute focus—align choices with core ambitions for tangible pro...

From banking to fitness, income shifts dramatically. But making money isn't the whole story—spending habits dictate the journey. Staying true to oneself proves more valuable than chasing a paycheck. #...

Culture clash: A banker is reprimanded for reading Sorkin's 'Too Big to Fail' instead of sourcing deals. Prioritizing learning over immediate output leads to unexpected consequences. #WorkCulture #Fin...

A near-miss in politics opened unexpected doors. One founder reveals how rejection became the ultimate architect, shaping a journey far beyond initial plans. #FoundersJourney #Rejection #SuccessStory ...

Navigating identity: Midwest roots vs. New York life. Someone adapts their answer depending on who they're talking to. Family values from Missouri, but proud to be a New Yorker. #Midwest #NewYork #Ide...

Playing kickball, he ran full speed into a chain link fence. The crossbeam lined up perfectly at nose height—instant shock. No warning track on that field! #Kickball #SportsFail #ChainLinkFence #Outdo...

While working on the Fitbit IPO, a banker felt the name 'Bobby' lacked the necessary gravitas. For a year or two, 'Rob' was the temporary solution to project the right image. #InvestmentBanking #Fitbi...

The person gives credit to their dad for making them read a lot. They recall winning a reading competition in 5th grade after reading 70,000 pages. They also talk about improving at a sport after bein...

A player recalls being called up to the A team after being on the B team. Once they joined the A team, they got so much better. This goes to show that you have to make the most of your opportunities. ...

He was a troublemaker on the rink, picking fights and flopping to the ground as a joke. Competitive but always wanting to have fun. Leaders need vision, and back then, he just wanted to play puck. #Ho...

He was a speedster on the ice but never touched a weight until 18. Discover how hockey, a choice between leagues, and college led him to discover the cool world of weightlifting. #Weightlifting #Hocke...