Expanding Your Interests

Being the CEO of your life means recognizing when your "discipline box" has become too small. Here is how to look beyond your primary field of study to find the fresh perspectives that fuel true leadership.

In this episode, we will hear from Alexandra Nica, Professor of Instruction in the Economics Department at the University of Iowa’s Tippie College of Business. Originally from Romania, Alexandra explores the intersection of economic logic and creative thinking. Today, she challenges the “stay in your lane” mentality, sharing why intentionally seeking out diverse interests is the key to solving complex problems.

Later in the show, we will hear from Tippie student Kyleigh Selepa, whose story takes us through the realization that her current path wasn't the right fit—and how an unexpected, close-to-home source helped her find a new major and a true calling. 

And finally, we will bring it all together with a Final Tip(pie) just for you.

Learn more:

• More on Alexandra Nica
• Deeper dive: Art meets macroeconomics at the Stanley Museum of Art
• Watch Kyleigh's story and those of other Tippie storytellers

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