Get to B-School
Get to B-School
Podcast Description
Welcome to Get to B-School, the podcast dedicated to demystifying the world of business school. Whether you’re dreaming of an MBA, weighing your options, or deep in the admissions process, this podcast offers the insights, strategies, and stories you need to succeed.
Join Drexler as he sits down with current students and alumni from top programs to explore their journeys—how they got in, what they’ve learned, and where they’re headed. From navigating career pivots to crafting compelling applications, each episode delivers practical advice and inspiration for anyone ready to take the leap into B-school.
If you’re curious about the value of an MBA, looking to level up your career, or just love a good story about ambition and growth, Get to B-School is your go-to guide for getting in and thriving once you’re there.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers various themes related to business school journeys, including application strategies, career pivots, and personal growth. Episodes feature insights such as turning waitlist spots into acceptances, balancing ambitions with realistic expectations, and leveraging unique backgrounds like sports careers and tech innovations to create compelling B-school narratives.
Welcome to Get to B-School, the podcast dedicated to demystifying the world of business school. Whether you’re dreaming of an MBA, weighing your options, or deep in the admissions process, this podcast offers the insights, strategies, and stories you need to succeed.
Join Drex as he sits down with current students and alumni from top programs to explore their journeys—how they got in, what they’ve learned, and where they’re headed. From navigating career pivots to crafting compelling applications, each episode delivers practical advice and inspiration for anyone ready to take the leap into B-school.
If you’re curious about the value of an MBA, looking to level up your career, or just love a good story about ambition and growth, Get to B-School is your go-to guide for getting in and thriving once you’re there.
Today’s guest is Derek Paulson, CFO of Nani Swimwear and a Kellogg MBA graduate who has built a career across some unexpected industries. In the five years since graduating from Kellogg, Derek has sold bikes, bracelets, and now swimwear—taking a winding career path that has been shaped as much by people and relationships as by titles or industries.
In this conversation, Derek shares how he thinks about career planning, making hard but good decisions, and figuring out what comes next when the path isn’t always obvious. We talk about the importance of being people-focused, working well with others, and making decisions that may not always be easy but ultimately move you in the right direction.
One idea runs throughout Derek’s career: leave every place better than you found it, no matter how long-or how briefly-you were there. Whether you’re staying for five years or five months, Derek offers a thoughtful perspective on how to make an impact, build meaningful relationships, and approach your career with intention.
If you’re an MBA student trying to figure out your career path, navigating a career transition, or simply looking for a better way to think about working with people, Derek has plenty of hard-earned lessons to share.
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