How to Succeed When the Odds are Against You
CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Release Date: 10/19/2023
CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business
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info_outlineSome people believe that challenging times will stack the
odds against you – and there is not a whole lot you can
do about it. Polina Marinova Pompliano, founder of The
Profile, author and editor of Term Sheet, Fortune’s
industry-leading deal-making newsletter, and author of
the book, Hidden Genius, would tell you to think
differently and find a solution based on courage,
determination, and appreciation. She would add that
when you do, you will land in a place better than before
the obstacles got in your way. In this CareerCast, Polina
shares her insights, the best lessons learned from a top
group of global experts, and strategies to help you win –
whether the odds are in your favor or not