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Should you apply to an MBA during COVID-19?

Uncertainty is tough. In fact, research shows that it is even more stressful than negative outcomes.

That initially surprised me, but I read that the reason has to do with neuroscience and our need for control. It’s human nature.

Over the course of twenty years in working in MBA admissions, I’ve observed that far too many talented professionals ‘undersell’ themselves in the application because of those uncomfortable feelings of uncertainty. Some avoid applying to a more competitive school. Others avoid applying at all.

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3 Questions to Ask When Considering an MBA for a Career Change

Some investments we make in life are more consequential than others. The decision to further our education, like buying a home or car, isn't made on a whim. There's significant cost involved from both a time and financial perspective, and the investment isn't immediately reversible like a pair of designer shoes that can be returned to the retailer…

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