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Business Analyst vs. Data Analyst: What’s the Difference?

Published on July 28, 2023

What’s the difference between a business analyst vs. data analyst? In some organizations, these roles are interchangeable. However, business analysts generally take a more comprehensive role, bridging the gap between data analysis and a business’s goals. On the other hand, …

Tim Gallwey: the Inner Game

Published on July 25, 2023

In 1971 Tim Gallwey, founder of the Inner Game, was working as a tennis coach. Having captained the tennis team at Harvard, he was on sabbatical before finding a serious job. One day he noticed that when he left the …

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Financial Analyst Competition Leads to Enriching Conference Experience

Published on July 20, 2023

Filip Matic ’24 (mathematics, political science, statistics), Mira Manchanda ’25 (mathematics, economics, statistics), Clayton Burton ’23 (economics; science, medicine and society; statistics), and Aryaa Gunavante ‘25 (economics, mathematics) represented Grinnell College at the CFA Institute Research Challenge, a regional student competition in …

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Going Forth Episode 35: Paying It ForwardShare This: Share Going Forth Episode 35: Paying It Forward on FacebookShare Going Forth Episode 35: Paying It Forward on LinkedInShare Going Forth Episode 35: Paying It Forward on X
Eric Otoo 01’s resume is the stuff most people dream about. He’s worked across a range of business, finance, and …

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Going Forth Episode 19: Let’s Be Friends – A Theory On NetworkingShare This: Share Going Forth Episode 19: Let’s Be Friends – A Theory On Networking on FacebookShare Going Forth Episode 19: Let’s Be Friends – A Theory On Networking on LinkedInShare Going Forth Episode 19: Let’s Be Friends – A Theory On Networking on X
Think about how you made your childhood best friend. Did you email them a personal resume? A list of references …

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Going Forth Episode 17: The Business of LifeShare This: Share Going Forth Episode 17: The Business of Life on FacebookShare Going Forth Episode 17: The Business of Life on LinkedInShare Going Forth Episode 17: The Business of Life on X
“The business of life” is one of Philip Kiely’s ’20 trademark phrases. It won’t take you long to figure out …

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Recruiting TimelinesShare This: Share Recruiting Timelines on FacebookShare Recruiting Timelines on LinkedInShare Recruiting Timelines on X
When should you start applying for jobs? Knowing when your target industry is most likely to be hiring will give …

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ExponentShare This: Share Exponent on FacebookShare Exponent on LinkedInShare Exponent on X
Exponent helps you land your dream job in tech. The platform includes interview courses, job referrals, practice peer interviews, and …

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Build a Website with Sites@GrinnellShare This: Share Build a Website with Sites@Grinnell on FacebookShare Build a Website with Sites@Grinnell on LinkedInShare Build a Website with Sites@Grinnell on X
Take your spot on the web with a custom website. The Grinnell College Digital Liberal Arts Collaborative (DLAC) offers Sites@Grinnell …

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Elevate Your Professional Image with the Iris Photo BoothShare This: Share Elevate Your Professional Image with the Iris Photo Booth on FacebookShare Elevate Your Professional Image with the Iris Photo Booth on LinkedInShare Elevate Your Professional Image with the Iris Photo Booth on X
The CLS and Office of Communication and Marketing (OCM) are thrilled to introduce the Iris Photo Booth, your go-to resource …

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London Business + Finance Internship Program | Summer 2025Share This: Share London Business + Finance Internship Program | Summer 2025 on FacebookShare London Business + Finance Internship Program | Summer 2025 on LinkedInShare London Business + Finance Internship Program | Summer 2025 on X
Imagine spending eight weeks working and living in London! The largest city in Europe and the seat of business and …

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Employment in and Around GrinnellShare This: Share Employment in and Around Grinnell on FacebookShare Employment in and Around Grinnell on LinkedInShare Employment in and Around Grinnell on X
Are you interested in either part-time or full-time work in or around the community of Grinnell? The Grinnell Chamber of …

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Vault Guide to Investment Management Jobs, Third EditionShare This: Share Vault Guide to Investment Management Jobs, Third Edition on FacebookShare Vault Guide to Investment Management Jobs, Third Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Guide to Investment Management Jobs, Third Edition on X
The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

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Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, Third EditionShare This: Share Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, Third Edition on FacebookShare Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, Third Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Career Guide to Investment Banking, Third Edition on X
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Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2025 EditionShare This: Share Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2025 Edition on FacebookShare Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2025 Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Guide to Top Internships, 2025 Edition on X
The Vault Guide to Top Internships rates more than 100 internship programs. Based on a survey of approximately 20,000 interns, …

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Vault Career Guide to Consulting, Fourth EditionShare This: Share Vault Career Guide to Consulting, Fourth Edition on FacebookShare Vault Career Guide to Consulting, Fourth Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Career Guide to Consulting, Fourth Edition on X
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Vault Career Guide to Commercial Banking, Third EditionShare This: Share Vault Career Guide to Commercial Banking, Third Edition on FacebookShare Vault Career Guide to Commercial Banking, Third Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Career Guide to Commercial Banking, Third Edition on X
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Vault Career Guide to Insurance, Fourth EditionShare This: Share Vault Career Guide to Insurance, Fourth Edition on FacebookShare Vault Career Guide to Insurance, Fourth Edition on LinkedInShare Vault Career Guide to Insurance, Fourth Edition on X
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