SPOTLIGHT ON Mika Deshmukh, T’19 “I can confidently say that I wouldn't be in my current role without their mentorship. It's easy to get...

“I learned that I can blend different passions together and that there are jobs for those blended passions.” June 27, 2021 | By Alina...

“I feel like I'm so much more successful because I’ve been authentic to who I am, and that has helped me with my confidence.” APRIL 14,...

“The highs and lows of entrepreneurship can be so dramatic—and sometimes even coincide in the same day… One of the biggest challenges is...

“That’s the single thing I would optimize for in your career—surrounding yourself with people who will continue to challenge you and care...

“When I think about the kind of work environment or culture I want to create for the teams I lead, I often think about BOW as a reference...

“Be careful to manage burnout—I learned early on that it will happen, it has nothing to do with your abilities or your strength, and it...

“My advice to students looking at job opportunities is to optimize most for your manager and team, as that will have the biggest impact...

“There are so many things that I wouldn’t have even realized without BOW, and they helped me become more proactive, confident, and bold...

“Pay attention to the companies that say they care in their marketing and see what changes they are making to the diversity of their...

“One of the ways I find meaning in my work—or I think drive would be the better word, what motivates me—is just building my toolset so...

“It’s hard to really get excited about something until you understand the ‘what’ and the ‘why,’ which is much more compelling and easier...

“Stay the course, be committed to your goals, and never stop learning.” JULY 3, 2020 | BY LILY ZHU Charlotte currently resides in NYC and...

"The most important thing I learned at Duke was to be reflective about myself, and to know my values so I could put them into practice."

“Embrace a growth mindset and continue to push yourself to learn new things and expand your comfort zone”

"Getting exposure to C-suite level executives from Fortune 500 companies at BOW functions inspired me and opened my mind to new careers."

“Being President of BOW was the most rewarding experience I had at Duke, and I am so proud of the way that BOW always continues to grow."

"When your future is not clearly mapped out, and that can feel paralyzing. Just know that your first job will likely not be your last job."

"I've learned that if you want something, you have to take the initiative to make it happen."

"You’re not going to get things right the first time. Don’t be too hard on yourself."