In this interconnected world, the adage that “the world is smaller than we think” rings especially true. This was vividly illustrated when I reconnected with an alum from my school via LinkedIn. What started as a casual online connection unfolded into an enriching, face-to-face meeting at the bustling Meta office in Singapore. This encounter not […]
Month: March 2024
CY – Dinner with SG Alumnae
Networking through LinkedIn once again proved its value when I connected with another inspiring alum. This particular alum stood out not just for her impressive career trajectory from consulting to tech but also for her warm, approachable demeanor. From our first interaction, she exuded a friendliness that made our conversation feel like reconnecting with a […]
CY – Alum in Investment Banking
Meeting an alum who has devoted nearly her entire career to investment banking provided a unique perspective into a world I was tentatively considering as part of my future. Our conversation proved pivotal, reshaping my understanding of what a career in such a high-stakes field entails, and more profoundly, how it aligns with personal dispositions […]