Turning uncertainty into opportunity | Cansu Isler | TEDxBrandeisU
Uncertainty is inevitable, but it is also an opportunity for growth. By building a "portfolio of strength"—a diverse set of skills, experiences, and mindsets—we can navigate uncertainty with confidence and turn risks into rewards.
Cansu Isler is a Ph.D. candidate in International Economics and Finance at Brandeis University, specializing in forecasting and risk prediction. As a former research analyst at The Conference Board, she played a key role in economic forecasting for major global economies, including the U.S., Euro Area, and the U.K. She has published a research paper on forecasting the Euro Area economy and authored an article analyzing risks in the Turkish economy. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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