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business1 month ago•3 min saved

Block's mass layoff births a 3,800-strong ex-employee Slack ‘Square Mafia’

After Block cut more than 4,000 jobs (nearly half the workforce), an unaffiliated Slack channel created in 2016 called Square Mafia has grown to about 3,800 former Block staffers who use it to network, share job leads, swap referrals, and commiserate with memes; a bot handles queries, membership rules emphasize real names and leaving Block, and members help each other with LinkedIn connections and benefits, including visa-related job transitions for those on H-1B visas.

via Business Insider|

#alumni-network #block #business

business6 months ago•21 min saved

McKinsey's CEO Pipeline: Building an Empire of Influence

McKinsey has historically been a powerful incubator for future CEOs, with a vast alumni network occupying top corporate roles worldwide. The firm’s rigorous training, strategic relationships, and alumni engagement have created a self-reinforcing influence in global business. However, the rise of AI and changing leadership archetypes pose challenges to its traditional model, prompting McKinsey to adapt its talent development and value proposition to remain relevant in an AI-driven economy.

via Fortune|

#ai-transformation #alumni-network #business

education2 years ago•15 min saved

"AFI Tops 2023 Ranking of American Film Schools for Second Consecutive Year"

As financial barriers to filmmaking technology decrease, film programs across the United States are adapting to stand out. Some programs are investing in advanced technology and building impressive facilities, while others focus on their long-established reputations. Scholarships, financial aid, and tuition expenses are becoming increasingly important factors for prospective students. The Hollywood Reporter has compiled its 13th annual list of the top film programs in the country, including American Film Institute, USC, NYU, Chapman University, and CalArts.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#alumni-network #education #film-programs