Chess talk with employees of BlackRock worldwide (through BlackRock network) this afternoon in Budapest
Here were some of the topics
Being successful in a men-dominated field
1. What challenges did you face as a woman competing at the highest levels of chess, a field traditionally dominated by men?
2. How did you overcome these challenges to achieve such remarkable success, including winning an individual gold medal at the 2004 Chess Olympiad for for achieving the highest performance rating and highest points in the women’s event?
3. Can you share any specific strategies or mindsets that helped you maintain your performance during a competition?
4. What advice would you give to young people aspiring to excel in fields where they are underrepresented?
Teaching chess, children, school
1. What inspired you to establish the Polgar Chess Center and the Susan Polgar Foundation and later on SPICE – Susan Polgar Institute for Chess Excellence?
2. How do you approach teaching chess to children, and what methods have you found most effective in engaging young learners?
3. Can you share some success stories from your initiatives, such as the National Invitational for Girls or the SPICE Cup?
4. What role do you believe chess can play in a child’s overall education and development?
What benefits does chess provide
1. In your experience, what are the key cognitive and social benefits that chess provides to players of all ages?
2. How has chess contributed to your personal growth and success, both on and off the board?
3. Can you discuss the impact of chess on critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills? Have you any strategies you could implement in your daily life outside of chess?
4. What evidence or research supports the idea that chess can enhance academic performance and life skills?
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