Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 9 minutes ago
In this episode of One Thousand Ways To Lead, we sit down with Courtney Miller, a marketing executive and MBA alum, to talk about the ups and downs of her MBA journey and how she built a meaningful marketing career. From facing rejection to leading successful brand revamps.
You'll hear why not getting the job you want can actually lead to something better, and how to make smart but flexible career decisions that keep you moving forward. Courtney shares what a real marketing career path can look like, from navigating business school to stepping into executive roles, and gives tips on handling rejection in a way that helps you grow, not shrink.
She also dives into how to lead with empathy, support your team's personal development, and the value of strong networks and mentoring especially when it comes to empowering women in leadership. You’ll also learn how to balance data and creativity when building brand strategies, offering creative feedback that inspires, and staying grounded in your strategic decision-making without getting overwhelmed.
Starting your career or shifting gears? Tune in for real talk on growing with intention, leading confidently, and making decisions that truly align with your goals.
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Learn more about us:
https://business.vanderbilt.edu/
In this episode of One Thousand Ways To Lead, we sit down with Courtney Miller, a marketing executive and MBA alum, to talk about the ups and downs of her MBA journey and how she built a meaningful marketing career. From facing rejection to leading successful brand revamps.
You'll hear why not getting the job you want can actually lead to something better, and how to make smart but flexible career decisions that keep you moving forward. Courtney shares what a real marketing career path can look like, from navigating business school to stepping into executive roles, and gives tips on handling rejection in a way that helps you grow, not shrink.
She also dives into how to lead with empathy, support your team's personal development, and the value of strong networks and mentoring especially when it comes to empowering women in leadership. You’ll also learn how to balance data and creativity when building brand strategies, offering creative feedback that inspires, and staying grounded in your strategic decision-making without getting overwhelmed.
Starting your career or shifting gears? Tune in for real talk on growing with intention, leading confidently, and making decisions that truly align with your goals.
Subscribe now to never miss an episode!
Learn more about us:
https://business.vanderbilt.edu/
