A journey of business, education, and giving back

I am John Cousins, and I am proud to have had a diverse and accomplished career in multiple fields. My journey started with an electronics degree from MIT, which set the stage for my technical expertise and gave me the foundation I needed to succeed. From there, I went on to earn a BA from Boston University and an MBA from Wharton, which armed me with the business knowledge and skills I would need throughout my career.

I got my start in biotech, where I was fortunate enough to become the CEO of a company developing innovative cancer diagnostics. This role was just the beginning of my success in the corporate world, as I also served as the CFO of several public companies for 15 years and took two companies public during that time.

For the past decade, I have been honored to share my experience and knowledge with students as a business teacher at universities and colleges. I am passionate about helping others achieve success in business, and I believe that my writing and teaching are a way for me to give back and make a positive impact.

The aim of education is not knowledge but action

Teaching is a profession that is driven by passion. It is a calling that requires dedication, patience, and a genuine love for helping others. A teacher's passion for their subject matter is contagious, and it is this passion that motivates students and inspires them to learn. I am grateful to have taught and gotten:

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  • Be Who You Needed When You Were Younger

    Be Who You Needed When You Were Younger

    When I first heard this idea I fell in love with it. It helps me to orient myself to being helpful. Ayesha Siddiqi, an author and activist, is fervently committed...

    Be Who You Needed When You Were Younger

    When I first heard this idea I fell in love with it. It helps me to orient myself to being helpful. Ayesha Siddiqi, an author and activist, is fervently committed...

  • You are a Business: You already know all you need to know about running a business

    You are a Business: You already know all you ne...

    Photo by bruce mars on Unsplash Your browser does not support the audio element. You already know all about business. And what you don’t carry, the experience of an expert,...

    You are a Business: You already know all you ne...

    Photo by bruce mars on Unsplash Your browser does not support the audio element. You already know all about business. And what you don’t carry, the experience of an expert,...

  • Café Bohemia

    Café Bohemia

    Music The Café Bohemia, located at 15 Barrow Street in Greenwich Village, was a legendary jazz club. In the mid-fifties, it became a central spot for the performance of hard...

    Café Bohemia

    Music The Café Bohemia, located at 15 Barrow Street in Greenwich Village, was a legendary jazz club. In the mid-fifties, it became a central spot for the performance of hard...

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