As this project is now slowly coming to a close, looking back, there have definitely been positives and negatives presented by working in the virtual environment. However, the one thing about this pandemic is that it is not just affecting us in mainland United States, however, there are individuals all around the globe being effected….
Problemas Pandémicos
There is certainly no denying what a grave impact the Covid-19 pandemic has had, and is still having, on the entire world. For most people affected by the pandemic (which is everyone) , this past year of quarantine, fear, restriction, and CDC guideline after CDC guideline has been a difficult, yet eye-opening one. I have…
COVID Challenges
COVID-19 has no doubt affected our lives in ways previously unimaginable. In terms of the International Consulting Project, COVID presented a few challenges for both the Pitt Business student consulting team and the client, Caras con Causa. Nevertheless, I feel as though this situation has taught us valuable lessons about the importance of communication as…
Remote Work Challenges
It is hard to believe that very shortly my team will present to our client Kyle from NatureSeekers and finish this semester-long project. I have really enjoyed working with my team and will miss seeing them virtually every Wednesday and Friday. As my team moves into preparation for our final project, I find it is…
The Digital Divide
Throughout this semester, nothing has affected each and every aspect of our lives more than COVID-19. However, when looking at the issues that our clients in Trinidad and Tobago have had to endure, I feel lucky. At the drop of a hat, organizations such as schools, corporations, and even churches were able to shift their…
Impact of Covid-19 and Working Virtually
Covid-19 has changed the world as we know it. Most developed countries have been able to get a hold of the virus and implemented strategies to slow the spread as well as administer vaccinations. Although it took the United States longer than it should have for the majority of people to take the virus seriously,…
Overcoming Challenging Circumstances
Hello everyone! We are nearing the home stretch of our project and I couldn’t be more excited! These last few couple of months have been full of fantastic learning and growth opportunities, as well as their fair share of challenges. I’m very proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish so far, and I’m looking…
Working Remotely During COVID-19 – Bolivia
As the pandemic continues to affect the lives of people around the world, it has also affected businesses and the way we work. From our client meeting during the semester, my team learned that the pandemic placed tremendous financial pressure on the organization that we are working with in Bolivia (i.e. CEOLI). As a result…
COVID-19’s Effects: The Ups & The Downs
Only 2 weeks left! It seems as though time flew throughout this process. I have a mix of excitement and stress motivating me to work harder than I have before coming into these next 2 weeks. I can’t wait to meet with Mr. Wachter again and present to him what we have prepared for him…