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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

A formative business book for me personally and a book I wish I reviewing much sooner. Tony exemplifies what he preaches in the book, be good, do right by people, with the ultimate focus on enjoying the journey and being happy day to day. In light of his very recent passing, it’s incredible to see the insights and accomplishments of this incredible entrepreneur and leader.…

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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: Entrepreneurial Leadership by Joel Peterson

At first, I listened to the audiobook, then I bought the hard copy and find myself referring to it frequently. I find that there’s plenty of materials on how to start up. The next phase is where leaders need help and this is as good of a field guide to leadership as I’ve seen. I’ve bought the book for several executives and would prescribe it to anyone who wants to improve…

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NOV 15 2022

Startup Life in the Post Covid Era

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During this Post COVID era, it’s a particularly difficult time for startups. Funding may have dried up for most, however, opportunities are not lost. In this session, Ahmed Reza will be discussing tips for startups on surviving and thriving in the Covid-19 economic crisis and the opportunities that arise…

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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Book Review

This is an intense book, despite its brevity, especially if you’re already thinking about existential issues. A Must Read for just about anyone who wants to become a better family or business leader or just get an incredible perspective on life after…

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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: You Are Not So Smart by David McRaney

While this book might not be a super popular business book, it’s been pretty useful in business overall. For leaders it is extremely important to be self aware and next to “Thinking Fast, Thinking Slow” this book is packed with non-obvious wisdom about how people work. The title as well as the tone of the book is a bit comic and colloquial but that keeps an otherwise…

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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: The Most Human Human by Brian Christian

Book Review

I highly recommend Brian Christian’s book. It will be an eye-opening look into the world of AI whether you’re a computer scientist or whether you’re a complete novice or you’re an investor who’s interested in this space. At the very least you’re going to…

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NOV 15 2022

Book Review: Secrets of Sand Hill Road: Venture Capital and How to Get It

Book Review

For me it was extremely fascinating to understand the finance, to understand the investment, and to also understand the dynamics behind why some certain startups become successful with VC money and others don’t.

 

 

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NOV 15 2022

Book review: GRIT By Angela Duckworth

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You can call it perseverance. You can call it tenacity, you can call it drive. But no matter what, without grit, you’re not going to get very many places.

 

 

 

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Hi, it’s Ahmed. I’m back from the mountaintop. This time I’m holding the…

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