162. Recap of my first year as a Wharton MBA student

Update: 2024-04-26

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In this episode, I'm recapping my first year at Wharton, sharing everything I wish I'd known before diving into my MBA journey, as well as my honest opinion on academics, social life, and the lessons I've learned during this time.

I’m also answering your questions on time management, juggling relationships, how to prep for business school, and what's on my radar for year two.

Timestamps:

02:23 Academics

09:16 My study routine

12:00 My major

13:53 Clubs

16:34 Travel

22:00 Social life

24:41 Entrepreneurship

27:38 Time management

30:52 Average week in the life

34:04 Plans for second year

36:54 How to prep for grad school

40:55 Product recommendations

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