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In Search Of Talent? Look Under “Hard-Work”, The New Paradox That Has Changed My Trajectory
If you feel like an underdog in your professional journey, and are discouraged because others seem naturally brilliant while you are not, then welcome to the ”starstruck with naturally talented...
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A Tech-Immigrant’s Perspective On President-Elect Trump
Donald J. Trump, in ten days will be sworn in as the 45th president of the US. For the most part, Silicon Valley did not support his candidacy as we were unconvinced that he was deserving of the honor. We labelled him as overly self-serving, as someone who bends the law for personal and professional gain, and some. Read More
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How I “STEAMed” Ahead In Silicon Valley
Start-ups of Silicon Valley have been the engine of new economy for the past 50 years. Technical innovations have made computers, the Internet and cell phones possible and affordable. Behind every start-up is an idea and backing every idea is entrepreneur’s belief. Read More
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It’s No Longer Hillary Vs. Donald: It’s About American Women
The 2016 presidential race has imbued in us a renewed sense of urgency to seek action against unjust treatment of women in our society, and to elevate their status. Mr. Trump’s video of belittling women has lashed out against the dignity and decency of American men and women alike. Read More
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How Rising To The Challenge Of National Bridge Championships Has Transformed Me
I started playing tournament bridge the year I was turning 60. I had spent my life as a nerdy engineer and entrepreneur in Silicon Valley. After being the CEO of...
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Why B-School Education Is A Misfit For Silicon Valley
How MBA education helps prime the entrepreneurial economic-engine, is unclear to Siliconiers. I am an engineer by education and was the co-founder and CEO of a Silicon Valley company for...
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Why I, A Woman Tech-Entrepreneur, And Immigrant, Am Voting For Hillary
Hillary Rodham Clinton is a decent human being, hardworking, and refuses to feel sorry for herself. I am a woman of color from a similar era, with an accent, and...
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Is Starting Your Own Company Your Cup of Tea?
Are entrepreneurs born or raised? Should I start my own company or try to make headway in the one I am in? These are questions we face when things are...
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Dear Donald Trump: Immigrants Like Me Make America Great
Silicon Valley is a place where boundaries of race, color, traditions, religions melt, and the multiplicity of cultures strengthens the fabric which has fueled America’s Read More
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After College Graduation, What? Cultivating How to ‘Think-Beyond’
After providing the basic foundation, universities launch us in the real world with an inspiring keynote address at the commencement. In the life stories of the speakers, one common theme...
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