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Marriott Alumni Magazine

Fall 2017

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Feature

Moments That Matter

By Bremen Leak
November 29, 2017 01:48 PM
How Pivotal Experiences Change Us and Our Careers
9 Min Read
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Other Articles

Class of '17 Goes to Work

November 29, 2017 01:43 PM
In business, it’s often about the numbers. At BYU Marriott School of Business, however, the bottom line adds up to a lot more than simply profits minus losses.
2 Min Read
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Feature

Get a Life

November 29, 2017 01:42 PM
I feel a deep sense of gratitude for Brigham Young University and its noble purpose. It has been at the very root of my conversion to the gospel and has laid the foundation for my private happiness and my professional progress.
7 Min Read
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Feature

The Seven Pitfalls of Data-Driven Decision-Making (And How to Avoid Them)

By Lisa Ann Thomson
November 29, 2017 01:42 PM
The promised powers of incorporating data into decision-making read like an advertisement: Make decisions better, faster, and more accurately! Minimize uncertainty and maximize returns! Gain agility and accountability! Facilitate innovation and disruption in all the right ways!
8 Min Read
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Other Articles

Podcasts for Business Minds

November 29, 2017 01:41 PM
Learning has never been so entertaining— or so cheap. Whether you’re one of the 67 million Americans who listen to podcasts regularly or are just now tuning in, sorting the many subscription options can be overwhelming.
2 Min Read
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Feature

Office Greens

November 29, 2017 01:38 PM
Remember that bad acquisition? The one who couldn’t handle the office environment and left all dried up in the middle of busy season? Or that great candidate who needed a lot of attention but really brightened up the place? Acquiring the right office plant has a lot more to do with fit than with the color of your thumb. To cultivate a mutually beneficial working relationship, scan the résumés of these office plants for a skill set that aligns with your organization’s goals.
7 Min Read
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Alumni Spotlight

Outside Chance

November 29, 2017 01:35 PM
Jackson, Wyoming—the gateway to the grand Tetons—is almost always bustling. Snow-capped peaks and expansive horizons draw crowds to this tiny outpost in the American west.
10 Min Read
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Student Experiences

Thinking Like Leaders

November 29, 2017 12:16 PM
Reducing the compensation of a CEO by half is not an easy decision. But for board members with shareholders to consider, tough decisions like these are sometimes necessary.
2 Min Read
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Feature

On Failing and Finishing

November 29, 2017 12:14 PM
The stories I have chosen to tell are not easy for me to share. These are not my proudest moments, and I usually prefer to wear my confident, professional persona for public consumption.
12 Min Read
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Student Experiences

Creating a Different Kind of Product

By Kasee Bailey
May 11, 2017 02:49 PM
It’s the new adage of the marketing world: the secret to happiness is spending money on experiences, not things. While the desire for the latest gizmo has long fueled a culture of consumption, lasting memories can make a business a winning one.
2 Min Read
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