Many of you know that I've spent the last six months participating in Seth Godin's Alternative MBA Program. It's been an incredible experience; one that has changed the way I think and the course of my life – I have met fantastic people, worked on fascinating projects, contributed to a great blog, and most of all, learned from a master. I'm incredibly grateful to Seth for the opportunity.
For me, this picture epitomizes the SAMBA experience. Seth, soaking wet after a brief swim in the Hudson, doesn’t miss a beat, and continues, paddle in hand, teaching us life and business lessons. Not reading to us from a textbook, but rather sharing from his own experiences while creating experiences for us.
Nothing about SAMBA has been conventional. From the interview process to the limited edition MacLeod diplomas, Seth made sure this was nothing like a traditional MBA. For starters, we spent as much time working on actual businesses as we did talking about business. We learned that the ability to execute on an idea is much more valuable than just coming up with an idea. We learned how to fight the resistance and how to be brave.
And, Seth showed us by his actions what it means to live a truly generous life.
So, Clay, Susan, Al, Rebecca, Alex, Ishita, Allan, Emily and of course Seth, thank you! This has been amazing. Each of you have a special place in my heart and a place to stay in Colorado if you ever want to come skiing.
Thank you, Seth, for turning the MBA experience on its head. I, along with the rest of SAMBA 2009, am eternally grateful.
Illic est haud refragatio - SAMBA 2009
