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Nat Jariyaworakul describes his initial inspiration for launching his startup mid-MBA (CBS-hosted speaker about feminine hygiene startup); Dane/Nat discuss the blue oceans, opportunities, and challenges created by stigmatized spaces; Nat opens up about childhood emotional suppression; Nat covers launching his mental health startup.   3:06: Feminine Hygiene startup speaker & blue oceans 9:45: N...

Nat describes the joys and unique aspects of January-entry at Columbia Business School; Dane discusses the biology, reasoning, and realities of generalized anxiety (35:26).

Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul cover FinTech (Thailand & Philippines), Group Interview prep, project-based careers, re-apps, and applying on your own.   0: Recap 1:45: FinTech, 15:33: Late-stage FinTech 18:28: Benefits of project-based work and victories 21:38+: Being a re-applicant, etc.

Dane and Nat Jariyaworakul focus on mental health: anxiety, depression, medication (SSRIs/SNRIs/benzodiazepines), self-medication (alcohol), therapy, healthy lifestyle choices, the biology of mental health (diabetes analogy).

In this series of 8 episodes, Dane and Nat talk about turning pain into passion and trauma into a new business venture. Mental health is something people have talked to me more and more about in the last few years, but that's privately. It’s still stigmatized in Thailand and underrepresented in public discourse. Also, instead of jumping ahead to the more shocking sections, I would urge you to...

Attention recent admits! Praew gives specific advice on how to plan for the MBA experience and optimize your time abroad.

Praew dives into the details of Sloan sections ("Oceans"), which are 80+ people who take courses together. She then distinguishes that from the cohort ("Core Team") of 6 people who work closely on action learning and other events. As an elected "Community Building Chair," she is active in both.

Praew tells Dane all about life during her first semester at Sloan. She explains how sections and cohorts are chosen, why becoming a social event leader is a worthwhile challenge, and how to make the most of being a foreign student in a diverse US university.

Dane & Ning talk about their favorite Christmas movies, moving to NYC around the holidays, and how different cultural elements combine to make Christmas a magical time of year.

Dane & Ning (Thai who went to Christian school for 12 years) discuss their personal experiences with Christmas, Western New Year, Chinese New Year, and Thai New Year – highlighting similarities, differences, and the magic of red envelopes.

Carl is joined by special guest, Krit, as he provides insights on his recent GMAT Focus experience.

Will Charinpanitkul (Thailand) and Rhea Datta (UK) discuss making time for extracurriculars (women's rugby), the importance of female mentorship, and the differences and similarities for Thai/UK students.

Mek discusses the costs and benefits of each program, how to choose the best fit for you, and how to make the most of either option.

Pete discusses the evolution from the admissions Goals Essay, to MIT/MBA experiences, to Entrepreneurship, to Recruiting - as well as how different schools lead to different opportunities.

Dane discusses unusual aspects of interviews for top 10 MBAs, including Wharton, LBS, and NYU.

Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: “How to get Accepted” – Affirmative Action, ‘Diversity, Equity & Inclusion,’ Personal Statements, Essay Strategies, Activity Lists, Athletics, and Recommendations.

Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: recruiting, internships, and getting your first job.

Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: STEM degrees, BA vs. BS, Major/Minor, building your own degree, and full-time studies.

Dane and Fernie discuss how American citizens should approach the application process: school rankings, public vs. private, and liberal arts.

Nine and Dane discuss the challenges of international students getting internships and return offers. Nine offers strategies for success.

Nine and Dane dive into the details of the recruiting process: timeline, industries, optimizing resumes, and preparing for interviews - particularly as a McKinsey pivoting into Tech.

Carl Prince and Fernie Martinez discuss the timeline for applying in Round 1 as well as new changes in the application process.

Praew and Carl discuss her MIT application strategy, applying as a scholar, and her best tips for interviewing.

Earthy and Dane discuss a brave last-minute consulting change, expanding from 1 school to 6, finding your best stories, the importance of interview coaching, managing the wait list, a perfect 6 for 6 success rate, and how it all came down to one email and a phone call.

Earthy and Dane discuss a brave last-minute consulting change, expanding from 1 school to 6, finding your best stories, the importance of interview coaching, managing the wait list, a perfect 6 for 6 success rate, and how it all came down to one email and a phone call.