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End of Block 3 Growing Near

Posted on 3 February 2007 by k

That’s right…I’m nearly done with my third block (of 4 core blocks, 6 blocks total). This block, we’ve been immersed in Organizational Behavior (how your actions affect others and vice versa), Operations Management (identifing and elminating bottlenecks within operations), Strategy … Continue reading →

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Carsten Holler’s Turbine Slides

Posted on 27 January 2007 by k

9062 Today, G and I went out to TATE Modern to experience their temporary exhibit of corkscrew slides. We slid down the ones from the 5th and 3rd stories and had a great time. The cool bit for you all … Continue reading →

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My first “fall”…

Posted on 27 January 2007 by k

Tonight, I was rushing about on my way from Moorgate (by school) to meet G and his co-workers for a drink by Leicester Square. While I’ve made it through this “light block” thus far without my rolly bag, I had … Continue reading →

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Did you say Rugby?

Posted on 25 January 2007 by k

Last fall I posted about our strategy project. We were considering a number of local firms for our work and after much discussion and effort, a firm finally said “Yes”. We’ll be working with the local professional Rugby team, The … Continue reading →

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Our First Snowy Morning

Posted on 24 January 2007 by k

9038 Today, we awoke to our first snow in London!While only a thin blanket covered our borough, areas southeast of the city accumulated up to 5cm…the most snow that they’ve had since 2003.

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“Innovation Project” A Success!

Posted on 22 January 2007 by k

Today, our class presented our findings to a panel of senior managers at KPMG. I’m happy to announce that my learning group tied for first with 577 points (out of 700 possible points, 100 ea. per panel member x 7 … Continue reading →

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A Day in London

Posted on 21 January 2007 by k

My learning group worked hard to finish our KPMG project by EOD Friday. We were successful and had a free day yesterday to do our own things. YAY! 9032 G and I took the train to London Bridge, walked through … Continue reading →

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