Archives for July 2009
Honest Dialogue
I ended the weekend hanging out with a bunch of Dean’s friends at McTeague’s on Polk Street. One of his friends said, “I don’t even know you that well, but it’s nice to talk to you. It’s nice having you…
A New Neighborhood
I love being a city girl, living and working in one of the best cities in the world. Mind you, I live in the heart of San Francisco on the border of Western Addition and Lower Pacific Heights. I’m centrally…
Chicago GSB Preppy or Punk Party
A Diamond in the Rough
I remember my first year at the GSB in 2002. Business Week was coming out with their rankings. We had the countdown broadcast live in the basement of Stuart Hall across from the Gargoyle Cafe. Everyone watched intently on the…
Are You Linked?
The latest edition of San Francisco magazine features an article on my former matchmaker. In my matchmaker’s last newsletter, she mentioned how they were looking forward to the article—with no clue on the final outcome. I’ve been checking the magazine…
Give Me What I Want..Or Else
Probably the only great thing about planning a wedding is that I get to practice my negotiation skills. Especially with the recession, I’m golden. And the thrill of getting exactly what you want? Priceless! Negotiation 101: I learned in my…