A note about excellence. Not everybody can be the best of the best, and that's ok. I got my BA in business economics, then my CPA, and MBA. I didn't go on further with economics because the math was too hard for me.
My sister likewise dropped out of the PHD economics program with a masters pass. We've both went on to plenty of success. I'm head of finance at a mid sized company, she's at a similar level doing research.
If you don't get into Ivy League, who cares. You're life will still be just fine. Just do your best. Don't lower standards because some can't make it.
Excellent podcast.
A note about excellence. Not everybody can be the best of the best, and that's ok. I got my BA in business economics, then my CPA, and MBA. I didn't go on further with economics because the math was too hard for me.
My sister likewise dropped out of the PHD economics program with a masters pass. We've both went on to plenty of success. I'm head of finance at a mid sized company, she's at a similar level doing research.
If you don't get into Ivy League, who cares. You're life will still be just fine. Just do your best. Don't lower standards because some can't make it.
Side note, you might end up making more money...