A few weeks ago, I traveled to South Africa with 22 Villanova MBA classmates and faculty for our Global Practicum Capstone. The Capstone course puts business students in a brief study abroad program so we can see culture, industry, and history from a different angle. The immersive experience intends to be as entertaining as itContinue reading “March 2020: A lesson from Africa”
Author Archives: Kevin Janiec
February 2020: Mamba Mentality
When the chopper fell into the hill, my heart fell inside my chest I couldn’t fathom that our generation’s best would be laid down to rest It was one of those JFK days, you won’t forget where you were I turned on ESPN, and the rest of the day was a blur 5 rings, 2Continue reading “February 2020: Mamba Mentality”
January 2020: Feeling right at home
I don’t recommend taking a 1 year old on a cross country flight just for the hell of it. There’s something about sitting still and staying quiet that doesn’t work well with toddlers on crowded planes. But depending on what’s waiting for you at your destination, the trip might be worth it. The truth is,Continue reading “January 2020: Feeling right at home”
Bonus: Reflecting on “The Reflection”
One year ago today, I declared an ambitious goal to publish 52 “weekly reflections” in 2019. I was clear on WHY I wanted to do it. In a practical sense, my goal intended to create a system of accountability to routinely practice writing. In a purposeful sense, my goal intended to share joy, meaning, andContinue reading “Bonus: Reflecting on “The Reflection””
52: The day after Christmas
’Twas the day after Christmas, and what a day to reflect. If you bet that we’d wear matching jammies, your bet was correct. The Holiday season flew by with our family and friends, So here’s a little recap before the Holiday ends: The fun began at Katie and Johnny’s Christmas party last week. We didContinue reading “52: The day after Christmas”
51: My Christmas list
‘Tis the week for many of us to be asked, “What do you want for Christmas this year?” If you couldn’t come up with a response to that question, you’re not alone. For me, the tangible list of items that I once so easily constructed for Santa, is now nearly impossible to come up with.Continue reading “51: My Christmas list”
50: Quitting Christmas
“I’m quitting Christmas,” I boldly exclaimed earlier this week. When I made this protest, I was well aware that ‘tis the season to be jolly and bright and all that. But these past few weeks I’ve been reminded, ‘tis also the season for final projects at Villanova, for getting over fevers and stomach viruses, forContinue reading “50: Quitting Christmas”
49: Thanksgiving
At about 6:30 pm every Thanksgiving, I look down at my plate and wonder what just happened. In an instant, the food and subsequently the oxygen disappears from the room. I find myself sitting at the table with the people that I love feeling extremely full and even more fulfilled. Following Jordan’s Thanksgiving masterpiece ofContinue reading “49: Thanksgiving”
48: 10 Year Reunion
When I think back to high school, my first instinct is to cringe. I cringe at some of my old AIM screen names like KJdawg28. I cringe at my first rap album, “Clean Sheets” by New Linen. I also cringe at my stylish swishy sweatpants and Senior Year ‘Fro that were later deemed “super-beat.” MyContinue reading “48: 10 Year Reunion”
47: Know when to say “No”
Turning things down has never been my thing. Saying “Yes” has just always seemed more appealing. It’s largely why my college roommates nicknamed me the “Yes Man.” It’s also why my Pop Pop jokingly changed my name from “Kevin” to “Kave-in.” But this weekend, I learned how to put my foot down. I finally discoveredContinue reading “47: Know when to say “No””
The Janiec Reflection 