Closing Time

In 1998, three boys from Minneapolis so wisely wrote that every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end. As such, effective Monday, I am moving to a new product team in the company. It has easily been one of the most difficult decisions I’ve had to make while working in the corporate world (so far!) and although I am to a large extent very sad about the move, I believe I am ultimately making the best decision for the longevity of my career.

In the past year and a half I have learned more than I could have ever bargained for, made some fantastic friends and colleagues, and obtained more than my fair share of invaluable advice about life, careers, and office politics. It was my first true step inside the opaque walls of Corporate America and I think Corporate America is where I’m going to stay. I am very fortunate to have started my career with a team that was as nurturing and encouraging to a (punk) kid straight out of college.

Adieu. Navid.