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Author Archives: michelle
Ushahidi – Mapping during Crisis
At the Drucker Society of the Caribbean meeting on Wednesday night, Dr. Fernando Mora spoke on “Innovating in the Midst of Crisis”. He used Ushahidi as an example of a business that developed, grew, and improved during political turmoil and … Continue reading
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Reading Success
I spend one afternoon per week at the Queen Elizabeth Home for Children helping the children with their homework and their reading skills. Success comes in small steps, so I like to celebrate each one. Yesterday, I had two steps … Continue reading
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Kiva – Empowering People Around the World
A couple of years ago, I heard about a group called Kiva from a classmate at Indiana University. As stated on their website, Kiva is “a non-profit organization with a mission to connect people through lending to alleviate poverty. Leveraging … Continue reading
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Which Book to Read Next?
It just occurred to me this morning that I’ve been subconsciously trying to decide which book to read next. I have several books spread throughout our small two-bedroom apartment, and I find that I read a couple of pages of … Continue reading
“Daemon” and its sequel “Freedom(TM)”
I recently finished reading Daniel Suarez’s “Daemon” and its sequel “Freedom™”. “Daemon” was a fun read – a kind of ‘John-Grisham-meets-sci-fi’ story. “Freedom™” is an enjoyable book as well, but it goes a step further as a cautionary tale about … Continue reading
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Stock Analysis
I love analyzing stocks. I can spend hours looking at companies and industries. I’ll look up a company’s website, review its annual statements and recent news, look at competitors, and read about the industry. Sometimes I buy, sometimes I don’t, … Continue reading
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Life in Grenada
When I tell people that I live on the Caribbean island of Grenada, I usually get the same response of “that must be paradise!” I have to agree that it is a wonderful place – white sandy beaches with gorgeous … Continue reading
Graduation
In nine days, I will walk across the stage at Indiana University to receive the diploma for my MBA. I am so excited for that moment! What a great journey it has been! My experience at IU has been phenomenal. … Continue reading
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