Gift Yourself a Book This Holiday Season: Recommendations for Future MBA Students

Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck

“The messages in this book solidified my conviction to pursue an MBA. The book got me thinking about what I truly wanted out of my life and opened my mind to pivoting into a new career that would make me feel more fulfilled.” – Thomas Logan

Speed and Scale by John Doerr, a venture capitalist at Kleiner Perkins

“We all have a role to play in solving our climate crisis, and I think every prospective and current MBA student should consider what their role in this endeavor will be, regardless of the industry. This book is a fantastic primer on the problem at hand and the role that businesses must play in the solutions we pursue.” – Kruti Mehta

Boom Town by Sam Anderson

“Boom town is about a city rising from the ashes. It’s a reminder of how smart use of money can lead to social good and how often overlooked parts of the US are among the best parts.” – Jason Shain

A Framework to Contemplate Post-MBA Career Paths by Professor A.J. Wasserstein

“As someone with a non-traditional background, I didn’t know if an MBA would be right for me. This case note helped me understand many of the common post-MBA paths and how an MBA can help me reach my entrepreneurial goals.” – Zach Bidner