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Explore Your Interests / Self Assessment

The CDO and Yale offer resources and communities to help you focus, recharge, and grow.

Start by asking yourself:
• What projects/skills interest you from previous roles?
• What tasks/responsibilities are you looking to leave behind?
• What could YOUR unique career path be?
• What geographic locations are you open to working in?

As the year progresses, you may find yourself adjusting your short-term activities and goals and needing to learn about a new approach.

To help you get started, take advantage of the resources below for self-exploration and research on industries, functions, and recruiting timelines.

What is a Data Analyst? Role and Career Insights

Data analysts have become a key part of how companies operate, innovate, and grow in an era where data drives nearly every decision.

The role of a data analyst is deeply embedded across teams, from streamlining business operations to driving …

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CDO Summer Exploration: Non-Profit

Pursuing a non-profit role as a Graduate Business student is both meaningful and strategic—but the recruiting process differs significantly from more structured career paths like consulting or banking. Here’s a tailored overview of what you should know as an incoming …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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Developing Your Product Sense

Below, we discuss improving your product sense with Shreyas Doshi, a renowned product leader who has led teams and built successful products at Stripe, Google, Yahoo, and Twitter.

What is product sense?

It’s simple. Product sense is the ability to

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CDO Summer Exploration: Investment Management

Investment Management Recruiting: What to Expect

1. Early and Unstructured

2. Relationship-Driven and Research-Heavy

Skills to Highlight

1. Passion for Investing

2. Analytical and Financial Skills

3. Clear and Convincing Communication

Nuances for International Students

1. Visa Sponsorship Varies Widely

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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CDO Summer Exploration: Founder/Operator

Questions to consider if you’re approaching a role as a Founder or Operator

Founder / Operator Thinking

They want someone who can build, validate, and iterate quickly.

Customer Discovery & Validation

Your ability to talk to users, test hypotheses, and iterate …

By Mike Minutoli
Mike Minutoli Senior Director, Career Education and Coaching
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