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MFin Career Question of the Week: I haven’t been to the CDO in a while (or at all), is it OK to make an appointment with my Career Advisor?

I haven’t been to the CDO in a while (or at all ), is it OK to make an appointment with my Career Advisor? 

Yes! We understand that as MFins, you have full schedules and that you are all in different …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: How can I boost my performance in behavioral interviews? 

How can I boost my performance in behavioral interviews? 

You are unique , and your holistic profile likely makes you a very strong match for a role. However, the employer won’t know this unless you show them through the stories in …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: How do I make the most of networking?

How do I make the most of networking?

Common questions we have heard from you recently:

How do I know the recruiting timeline and process of my target firms?
How do I know what employers are looking for? Whether I …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: What should I do with my resume after it’s approved by the CDO?

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What should I do with my resume after it’s approved by the CDO?

Resume writing is not a once-and-done process. The CDO resume review process helps ensure a clean and consistent MIT Sloan format. However, when you gain new experiences, …

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Writing the Code: 2nd Annual Networking & the Game of Golf

On September 24, 2023, we hosted the Writing the Code: 2nd Annual Networking & the Game of Golf! The rain did not dampen the enthusiasm of more than 60 student golfers, alumni, faculty, MIT Sloan Office of DEI, and staff …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: How can I follow up with MFin Networking Night contacts?

How can I follow up with MFin Networking Night contacts?

We witnessed so many of you engaging in great conversations with industry reps, and with the amazing MFin alumni who returned with their companies to talk with you! To continue …

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MFin Career Question of the Week: How do I get cover letter writing support?

How do I get cover letter writing support?

A cover letter is your opportunity to convince an employer that you will be a great fit for the position. Similar to writing a resume, it’s important to tailor your content to …

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6 Rules for Communicating With Executives

Lea McLeod | The Muse | 8/31/2023

The first time I made a presentation to an executive team, I quickly realized it wasn’t business as usual. There was a different energy in the room. It was intense, efficient, and expectant. No one …

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How to Boost Your Optimism

Jordan Stark | Next Step Partners

Let’s face it, the last several years have been difficult. Covid, and all of its knock-on effects, the climate crisis, culture wars, and concerns around AI have all made it difficult for many of us …

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10 Most Common Leadership Styles and Their Pros and Cons in 2023

Kat Boogaard | The Muse | 9/11/2023

When we think about different types of leaders, it’s tempting to group them into just two categories: good and bad. Maybe there was that former boss who made you feel supported and inspired. And maybe …

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