{"id":701,"date":"2025-05-12T08:00:33","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T12:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liaesposito.com\/streamingconsciousness\/?p=701"},"modified":"2026-02-16T13:27:42","modified_gmt":"2026-02-16T18:27:42","slug":"the-sequel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liaesposito.com\/streamingconsciousness\/the-sequel\/","title":{"rendered":"The Sequel – MBA Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Sequel – MBA Edition<\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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Well, well, well\u2026 look who\u2019s back. After over two years without picking up the pen, it feels fitting to bring Streaming Consciousness back to life. I\u2019m heading back to UNC to continue my academic journey\u2014this time as an MBA candidate\u2014and I wanted a space to document this next chapter, reflect on what I\u2019m learning, and share the experiences and people that shape the road ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

This blog started as an outlet during my senior year, where I could explore, research, and piece together thoughts on topics that excited me. Over time, it became a small but important habit: sitting down, sorting through my ideas, and figuring out the next topic to inquire about. In many ways, it only makes sense to return to it now, as I step into a new season of learning, growth, and (hopefully) clarity.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re curious about what this next chapter looks like \u2014 the wins, the challenges, and everything in between \u2014 you\u2019ll find it here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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So… Lia, why an MBA now?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Excellent question. One I\u2019ve asked myself more than once over the past few months. I\u2019ll be honest; it feels like everyone I know is either running a marathon or going to grad school. Since I have never enjoyed running or claimed to be one, grad school seems like the better choice.<\/span><\/p>\n

I am just kidding. The truth is, I\u2019ve always had an interest in returning to school. For a long time, getting an MBA, especially at Carolina, felt like a \u201csomeday\u201d goal. But \u201csomeday\u201d can stretch further and further away unless you choose to make it \u201ctoday.\u201d<\/p>\n

In a practical sense, I\u2019m excited to deepen my business knowledge, strengthen my leadership skills, and open doors to opportunities I wouldn\u2019t have access to otherwise. But there\u2019s also a personal side to this: I miss being a student. I miss the challenge of being pushed outside my comfort zone and am ready to be back in the academic fast lane. I am excited to join this group of professionals. Each brings unique experiences, yet we are connected by a shared curiosity and desire to learn from one another.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Of course there is some fear mixed in with all the excitement. Starting something new always comes with uncertainty. I know it won\u2019t be easy balancing classes, work, and everything else life throws in, but I\u2019ve learned that I tend to do my best work when I\u2019m stretched a little bit beyond what feels comfortable.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019m ready for a season focused on learning, growth, and investing in my future. Most importantly, though, I\u2019m prepared to write it all down here. So welcome back, friends. I\u2019m glad you stuck around.<\/span><\/p>\n

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More About The Author<\/h3>\n

Lia Esposito is a digital marketing professional whose passion is the intersection of creativity and analytics. She is an MBA candidate at UNC Kenan-Flager. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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