…use the words “impact,” “vision,” and “synergy” unironically.
There’s an unspoken language we all learned, a specific lexicon woven into the fabric of our experience at these elite institutions. From the moment you stepped onto campus, navigating the maze of clubs and pre-professional organizations, you likely encountered it. Did you even go to [Ivy] if you didn’t articulate your profound desire to make an impact in your club application, or confidently outline your vision for that student-led startup that probably fizzled by sophomore year?
It only intensified as career paths materialized. Networking events weren’t just about making connections; they were about finding synergy with like-minded individuals, about aligning your personal vision with a company’s mission statement. Every internship interview, every post-grad job application, demanded a polished narrative of how your unique skills would create tangible impact. We learned to speak this dialect fluently, sometimes without even realizing its ubiquity. It wasn't just corporate jargon; it was the language of aspiration, of proving our worth, of embodying the "prestige" we were told we'd inherit.
Perhaps it’s a necessary byproduct of an environment so focused on achievement and leadership. These words cease being mere buzzwords and become integral to our communication, genuinely reflecting our ambition and drive. We internalize them. So, whether you’re still navigating campus halls or shaping industries years later, consider this: Did you truly go to [Ivy] if you didn’t internalize the impact you wanted to make, cultivate a grand vision, and seek profound synergy in every endeavor, completely unironically? It’s part of the journey, isn’t it?
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