Author: Brett Patterson

ONE-YEAR AT GOIZUETA: BRETT PATTERSON – SOUTHEAST ASIAN FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH, & DINNER

“How has this experience changed you?” – The prompt for the final paper following our Mid-Semester Module foray around Singapore and Malaysia “I’ve gotten a little fatter…?” – My first thought in regards to the two weeks of Southeast Asian delights I have to admit, as thrilled as I was...

ONE-YEAR AT GOIZUETA: BRETT PATTERSON – THE HEALTHY MBA

It’s the beginning of January.  A new year, a new semester, and a few resolutions.  I am not typically a New Years Resolution type of person, but I always find the fitness and diet craze to be particularly interesting this time of year.  I dread my regular trips to the...

ONE-YEAR AT GOIZUETA: BRETT PATTERSON – MAKING A LIST AND CHECKING IT TWICE

With the holidays fast approaching, it is the time of year for checklists.  Checklists to finish up the semester, checklists to get ready for Christmas, and checklists to generally have fun!  My checklist just for the day includes: Return Amazon.com Textbook Rentals Mail Christmas Presents to Extended Family Get Oil...

One-Year At Goizueta: Brett Patterson – How To Lose A Job Offer In 5 Easy Steps

Editorial Note: This post is satirical.  To successfully secure a job offer, please do the opposite of what is described below. Recruiting season is upon us!  One by one companies are coming to campus for company presentations, networking events, and on-campus interviews.  They are scooping up candidates left and right....

ONE-YEAR AT GOIZUETA: BRETT PATTERSON – IT’S THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

“It’s the final countdown!  Dun dun dun, dun dun dun dun!”  Europe’s classic 1986 anthem blares on the speakers while people around me bob their heads and bust out their best air guitar performances.  Rock concert or karaoke competition?  Nope!  Five minutes before at Finance Final in a Goizueta classroom?...