The Anonymous Professor
The Anonymous Professor
Podcast Description
Business school professor Bryan Hong chats with his guests about the challenges of finding a fulfilling career, investing, and what they wish they learned in school. His university's policy forbids him from mentioning where he works, so his institution must remain secret—hence the need to remain "anonymous."
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The show explores themes related to career choices, personal development, and financial literacy, with specific episodes addressing topics such as the struggles of pursuing entrepreneurship, the impact of educational institutions on career paths, and the contrasting dynamics of crypto versus traditional stocks. For example, listeners can hear stories about navigating intense competition at business schools and personal reflections on finding purpose in career decisions.
Business school professor Bryan Hong chats with his guests about the challenges of finding a fulfilling career, investing, and what they wish they learned in school. His university’s policy forbids him from mentioning where he works, so his institution must remain secret—hence the need to remain “anonymous.”
Recorded July 9, 2025
I chat with Jane Jiang (Ivey HBA) about her path after graduation. I haven’t spoken to Jane since she was an undergraduate at Ivey, and learn about her journey to find career fulfillment.
—Amazon link to my book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C5N6F1FV
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03:02 — Jane’s big decision
05:49 — Did Jane have any doubts as a student?
16:02 — Did Jane need to be pushed?
18:06 — Dealing with the discomfort and fear
19:32 — What exploration looks like
22:32 — Most guides aren’t real guides
26:17 — How Jane knew something was off
30:15 — Immigrant kids feel bad for complaining
33:13 — Asia is behind on this
38:22 — Jane drank the Kool-Aid at Ivey
46:52 — The discovery process
53:02 — Lessons learned
58:32 — A world of few pioneers
01:00:47 — How people around us react
01:08:47 — How Jane does introspection
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