Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week we are joined by Fiona Lin, an alumna of the class of 2010 from the University of Utah’s Full-Time MBA program. Fiona takes us through her journey toward an MBA and beyond. She highlights the importance of having—and then becoming—a great manager. We discuss the importance of feedback, and Fiona offers some advice on staying humble, treating others with respect, and letting vulnerability and curiosity drive your success.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

* The hosts: 

* Alex Rose (LinkedIn)


* Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)


Guest Fiona Lin:

* Fiona Lin, MBA, PMP (LinkedIn)

* Rio Tinto (website)

* Black Diamond Equipment (website)

* Drive by Daniel H. Pink (Amazon)

* Zagg (website)

* Taylor Randal, Dean of the David Eccles School of Business (LinkedIn)

* Cindy Smith, Career Coach at the University of Utah (LinkedIn)

* Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute (website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

This week we are joined by DJ Sullivan, an alumnus of the class of 2013 from the University of Utah’s Full-Time MBA program. DJ walks us through how life changes 5 years after graduation and takes us through the highs and lows of graduate life. He highlights some of the skills that he uses most from his MBA education and offers advice for those about to enter the workforce.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Guest DJ Sullivan:

DJ Sullivan, MBA, MHA (LinkedIn)

HSG (Healthcare Advisors) (Website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week we are joined by DJ Sullivan, an alumnus of the class of 2013 from the University of Utah’s Full-Time MBA program. DJ walks us through how life changes 5 years after graduation and takes us through the highs and lows of graduate life. He highlights some of the skills that he uses most from his MBA education and offers advice for those about to enter the workforce.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Guest DJ Sullivan:

DJ Sullivan, MBA, MHA (LinkedIn)

HSG (Healthcare Advisors) (Website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week, Spencer Cox—the Lieutenant Governor of the state of Utah—joins us to discuss business, government, education, and the future of Utah’s {presently} booming economy.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

* The hosts: 

* Alex Rose (LinkedIn)


* Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)


Guest Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox:

* Utah Lieutenant Governor Spencer Cox (website)

* Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox (Twitter)

* Fairview, Utah (Wikipedia)

* It’s Time to Bring Computer Science Education to All Utah Students (Op Ed)

* Spencer’s podcast: Cox and Friends (iTunes link)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week, Black McClary—a senior product manager at WeWork—joins us to discuss the intersection of tech, Utah, and “product”.

Hear how Blake started his career in tech and how taking a chance on himself led him his current path.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

* The hosts: 

* Alex Rose (LinkedIn)


* Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)


Guest Black McCleary:

* Blake McClary (LinkedIn)

* Blake McClary (Twitter)

* Silicon Slopes

* Silicon Slopes Chapters (website)

* Silicon Slopes Events (website)

* Silicon Slopes Tech Summit 2019 (website)

* WeWork—Utah Location (website)

* teem: Space Scheduling & Workplace Analysis (website)

* Powered by We (website)

* WeWork acquires Utah software startup Teem for a reported $100 million —Venture Beat

* Instructure (website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week, Edith Hammond joins us to revisit the conversation around Women in Business (the student organization) and issues facing women in business (the people). We recap a training lead by Dr. Kristina (Tina) Diekmann around sexual harassment in the workplace and what we can do as bystanders to alter the culture around it. .

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

* The hosts: 

* Alex Rose (LinkedIn)


* Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)


Guest Edith Hammond:

* Edith D. Hammond (LinkedIn)

* Dr. Kristina (Tina) Diekmann (Website)


Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us on Fridays as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week, Ryan Fontanesi joins us in Detroit, Michigan at the 2018 National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) Career Conference. We talk about our experiences during the first day of the conference, how to play the numbers game at a conference like this, and how we felt about our successes (and failures) on the show room floor.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Guest Ryan Fontanesi:

Ryan Fontanesi (LinkedIn)

National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) (website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Disclaimer:

Just in case it wasn’t clear, this podcast isn’t an official product of the University of Utah. We (Alex and Tyler) are in no way incentivized or compensated by the University of Utah for the creation/publication of this show (it’s a bummer, we know…). The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed on this show (or on our website) belong to us (and sometimes our guests). They do not reflect those of the University of Utah, its programs, faculty or staff.

Each episode as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us on Fridays as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week, Kevin Weidmer joins us to talk about his experiences prepping for a career conference (National Black MBA Association), selecting a summer internship, and positioning extracurriculars to your advantage.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Dr. Scott Schaefer (Twitter)

Dr. Scott Schaefer (University of Utah Faculty Profile)

Gallup Clifton Strengths (website)

Guest Kevin Weidmer:

Kevin Weidmer (LinkedIn)

National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) (website)

USAA (website)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Each week as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us every Friday as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week we’re flying solo and cap the episode after our weekly recap. Tyler talks team dynamics, Alex gets some internship advice, and the both of them prep for an upcoming conference (NBMBAA).

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Why Utah?

Each week as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us every Friday as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week Megan Wagner joins us to talk about her MBA experience. How and why she joined the David Eccles School of Business staff. What makes the University of Utah unique. And what makes students successful in the program.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts: 

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Guest: Megan Wagner

Megan Wagner (LinkedIn):

University of Utah Full-Time Program

Spotlight: Ben Lehnardt

Ben Lehnardt (LinkedIn)

Ben Lehnardt (Instagram)

Our theme song for this episode is RSPN by Blank & Kytt

Each week as part of The Working Journal: MBA Alex Rose and Tyler Olsen will recap their week as MBA students at the University of Utah and introduce you to the students, faculty, alumni, and staff that you most need to know. Join us every Friday as we take you through two years of school, one episode at a time.

This week Abby Pancoast joins us to talk about her decision to pursue an MBA and her involvement with the David Eccles School of Business chapter of the Women in Business club.

Show Notes:

Weekly Recap:

The hosts:

Alex Rose (LinkedIn)

Tyler Olsen (LinkedIn)

Tyler’s Background:

Vanguard Financial Services

DFPG Investments

David Eccles School of Business (University of Utah)

University of Utah Concurrent Degrees

Alex’s *other* podcast

Guest Abby Pancoast:

Abby Pancoast (LinkedIn)

Abby Pancoast (Instagram)

Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute @ the University of Utah

GetSeeded @ Lassonde

Sorenson Impact Center @ the University of Utah