As we know, I have seriously struggled with my sense of self, sense of intelligence and sense of belonging since I’ve been here. And while I can’t report any major gains on sense of self or belonging, I can at least say that, today, I don’t feel altogether dumb. Which is nice. I found out, to my delight, that I passed Introduction to Corporate Finance. Thank BUDDHA! (A “6″ has never been more beautiful to me…) I seriously thought there was a risk of failure given that, while taking the exam, had it not been for the presence of my classmates I would have sincerely thought I was in the wrong classroom. But apparently I understood enough to get by. Yippeeeeeeeee! (Honestly, I didn’t think I could take another failure anyway. It’s just so demoralizing…) Also, I had my makeup exam for Cost Accounting today (three months later, ugh), and oddly enough, it didn’t feel that hard. I credit Graciela’s genius, as she expertly explained some of the trickier concepts to me yesterday (of course yesterday! when did you THINK I was going to start studying for the test??). But really, for the first time, I was able to look at the numbers and think (a little shakily) “yeah, okay, I think I can do this.” It sounds super cheesy, but MAN am I enjoying a LONG overdue moment of validation. Whew.
In other good news, I have my second interview with Deloitte next Wednesday, and my career adviser also hooked me up with another contact at another human resource consulting agency here in town (which is apparently part of the biggest HR consulting group in Europe, but seems to be pretty small here), so the possibilities seem to be opening up. AND: I don’t want to say TOO much, because it’s waaaaay too early and I don’t want to jinx it, but I met a guy last Saturday from another business school who is looking to start up his own HR consultancy after the MBA. He is also, incidentally, looking for a business partner. And the startup would be in Singapore, which I think is awesome. So we’ll be staying in touch. I’m excited.
But man, for a minute, I’m just going to enjoy a moment of not feeling like a total idiot, and read a totally NON-business related book until I fall asleep. Word.
Congrats, Baby!!!! We are so proud of you. What do you want Mary to bring? I can send stuff with Lindy, who will be in NY with the boys.LOVE YOU, Mom
Hi! Dang–congratulations on making it through the best international biz school in the world!! in spanish! You should be super proud of yourself all the time!
Hey–I would be pissed at you for never telling me about this blog since I can’t call you, but I just realized today that I haven’t even emailed you so I can’t be that pissed. I miss you! I heard you were in Portland for New Year’s and I am so jealous I didn’t get to be there.
Also, might there be a time when I get to see you? You are going to be an auntie in November (good birthday month, huh? )
I love you and send tons of positive-you-rock-hard vibes!
Stella