US culture | MBA in the USA

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. | “I Have A Dream”

January 18th, 2010

I’m starting my day with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s "I Have a Dream" speech. The entire thing runs just over 17 minutes; I highly recommend investing the time to hear one of the most admirable leaders in US history share his vision for our country.

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Succeeding with Authenticity during Your MBA

August 19th, 2009

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US Culture | Direct vs. Indirect Communication

How to Succeed with Authenticity

by: Grayson Leverenz

There is a lot of talk about authenticity in US marketing circles today. Consumers demand their brands of choice be authentic in their communication; they want to understand what a brand really stands for before they . . . → Read More: Succeeding with Authenticity during Your MBA

4 Ways to Incorporate Status into Your US MBA Experience

August 12th, 2009

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US Culture | Status vs. Balance Motivation

4 Ways to Incorporate Status into Your US MBA Experience

by: Grayson Leverenz

“What did you do before business school?” Fresh-faced 1st year MBA students answer that question at least 10 times a day for about . . . → Read More: 4 Ways to Incorporate Status into Your US MBA Experience

Introducing the US Culture Series

August 11th, 2009

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by: Grayson Leverenz

Culture’s influence on business success fascinates me. I love studying world cultures, comparing them with my own and figuring out how to work with people. Is it best to start a meeting right on time, or to allow a few minutes for socializing first? . . . → Read More: Introducing the US Culture Series

The 4th of July Menu

July 2nd, 2009

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On July 4, 1776 the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, claiming freedom from British rule. We fought for that freedom until the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783, but we recognize the day we took a stand as Independence Day.

We celebrate our Independence with . . . → Read More: The 4th of July Menu

The Kentucky Derby

May 1st, 2009

This guy’s not wearing seersucker, but oh man I love those Derby hats! (image: rellim)

by: Grayson Leverenz

Tune in to NBC at 5pm EST tomorrow for “the most exciting two minutes in sports,” the Kentucky Derby. The first Saturday of May, Churchill Downs Racecourse hosts the kick off . . . → Read More: The Kentucky Derby