Monthly Archives: October 2008

Oktoberfest and Boston Commons

Posted on October 18, 2008 by rob

This weekend was cold.  Very cold.  But it was kind of a beautiful cold, with the fall leaves changing to vibrant yellows and oranges, so maybe a better word would be “crisp”.  Anyway, I wish I had tons of beautiful … Continue reading →

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The RC First Semester Courses

Posted on October 13, 2008 by rob

As we approach midterms next week, I thought it might be a good idea to briefly comment on each of the courses we have the first semester.  First, it’s worth mentioning that HBS designs their curriculum so that every student … Continue reading →

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The Priscilla Ball

Posted on October 10, 2008 by rob

Oh, the Priscilla Ball… fodder for HBS scandal and lore.  Despite only being a “tradition” for the past 10 years, this event has probably made more headlines than any other of HBS’ extra-curricular activities.  I’ll reveal the dirty secret: it’s … Continue reading →

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Trying not to look at the markets…

Posted on October 8, 2008 by rob

I’m trying not to look at the markets (and my meager portfolio) today, but it’s impossible!  I feel like I’m seeing months of work wiped out in real-time.  Ouch.  But the only thing worse than buying at the top is … Continue reading →

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Michael Dell Just Started Speaking…

Posted on October 2, 2008 by rob

…about five-hundred feet away from me in Spangler Auditorium.  And instead of being there, listening to this celebrity CEO discuss how he “grew a $60 billion company in 14 years”, I’m sitting in my room about to start preparing cases … Continue reading →

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