I applied to the Plus3 Ireland program because I wanted to understand/experience international business. After spending two weeks in Ireland, however, I learned more than I could ever imagine. The knowledge and insights I have gained are something I would never be able to develop in a typical class setting at Pitt. Business aside, studying…
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Business as a Non-profit!
Nearly every company we visited holds high regards towards FoodCloud. I find that FoodCloud has been able to be known by the community because of their strong passion for eliminating food waste. They are impact-driven rather than revenue-driven, which enables them to stand out. The FoodCloud representative mentioned that FoodCloud does not have competitors. Instead…
Networking 101
“It is not what you know or who you know, it’s who knows you.” Guest speaker, Rob Cullen, gave an excellent session on the fundamentals of networking. He taught us that networking is not as nerve-wracking as most of us perceive it, rather it is a great way to get our names out their and…
Just Google It
Google has singlehandedly changed the way we use the internet. The name has turned into a verb. “To Google”: to use the Google search engine to obtain information about (someone or something) on the World Wide Web. It is no secret that Google and Microsoft are both extremely successful multinational technology companies that have impacted…
Adopting a Sheep ASAP
Urban Ireland displays a completely different lifestyle compared to rural Ireland, with pros and cons for both. The environment of Dublin is extremely fast-paced, with high cost of living, and has plenty of business opportunities. Whereas villages in the mountains have lots of great farming. a more peaceful environment, and a close-knit community. Today’s visit…
Evolution of Birds
The birds in Dublin do not fear humans. Dublin is one of Europe’s most popular tourist sites, crowded with people from all across the globe. The constant crowd of humans existing in the city has caused a shift in the natural instinct of birds. Typically, birds are naturally inclined to flee from any unknown presence;…
Making Good Choices at Guinness!
In Ireland, beer has its own culture. Visiting the Guinness Storehouse showed me that drinking beer is an *experience* synonymous with Ireland. In the United States, people like drinking to get drunk; while in Ireland, people drink for pleasure, relaxation, sociability. Drinking beer unites people and creates relationships for those sharing the experience. Similarly, Guinness…
Seeking Discomfort
As a business student, entrepreneurship is a critical skill to have when operating a business. However, it is not something that you can learn by taking classes. Entrepreneurship is based on our personality and decision-making. Typically, entrepreneurs are risk takers, creative, and do not like to follow the rules. Dr. Kelly gave an excellent example…
The Luck of the Irish
Today was a “Lucky Day” as we got to hear the insightful Dr. Kelly share his valuable wisdom about the Irish economy, visit the creative and eccentric ThinkCloud, and to top it all off: witness a DOUBLE rainbow in Ireland. Absolutely iconic. I have observed change throughout Ireland’s environment in various ways. The most obvious…
Plus3 Hurling Champion
Today consisted of lots of figuring out public transportation and walking 10,000+ steps while navigating. I woke up at the ungodly hour of 6:00 AM this morning to get ready for a tour of Microsoft. It was my first time using Ireland’s public transportation which really made me feel like I was “adulting”. Later, we…
Exploring my 15% Irish Heritage
After spending a full day in Dublin, Ireland, I found that I absolutely adore this city! Together, the scenery, the people, and the history create a lively atmosphere. I was shocked to see that most people tend to dress up in nicer clothes, no matter the occasion. In the U.S. I am used to seeing…
Kelly’s First Blog Post!
Hey Plus3! My name is Kelly Shelton and I am a sophomore at Pitt from Wilmington, Delaware. I am pursuing a major in Marketing, with certificates in Leadership & Ethics and Digital Media. At Pitt, I am involved in Women in Business and American Marketing Association. This summer, I will be a Marketing Intern at…