Thanks, Furqan - great post here, I particularly like #1 and #3.
This post also reminds me of one of your recent tweets about whether entrepreneurs are born or made; it's debatable, though it does seem like signs of it are apparent quite early on as it is from this writing. It's great to see you reflect back on your college years and how that's led you to where you are today, similar to Roger Ehrenberg - it's great motivation for young Michigan alum like myself.
Looking forward to the presentation!
Apolinaras Sinkevicius
· 3 months ago
I actually like #4. Personal development is secondary to direction you need to provide your team. When your folks are churning out results for the company, than you can start investing in their goals and personal development.
fnazeeri
· 3 months ago
I think #4 makes a lot of sense at small companies (which is what I knew when I was 21 or 22 and wrote this) but when you're leading a larger organization, it starts to reverse...
Md. Shahnoor Amin
· 2 months ago
Hi Furqan, Your presentation on Friday at U of M was AWESOME!!!! Very inspiring, especially for budding, "green-minded", technology entrepreneurs who are wondering how to make a positive impact in the world. I often especially wonder how one acquires a "life mission" for themselves. How does religion/faith, formal education, social interactions, experiences, and other factors shape an individual's mission in life? Often, it's the self-introspectional moments that provide the necessary drive to accomplish goals. What are your opinions?
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This post also reminds me of one of your recent tweets about whether entrepreneurs are born or made; it's debatable, though it does seem like signs of it are apparent quite early on as it is from this writing. It's great to see you reflect back on your college years and how that's led you to where you are today, similar to Roger Ehrenberg - it's great motivation for young Michigan alum like myself.
Looking forward to the presentation!
Your presentation on Friday at U of M was AWESOME!!!! Very inspiring, especially for budding, "green-minded", technology entrepreneurs who are wondering how to make a positive impact in the world. I often especially wonder how one acquires a "life mission" for themselves. How does religion/faith, formal education, social interactions, experiences, and other factors shape an individual's mission in life? Often, it's the self-introspectional moments that provide the necessary drive to accomplish goals. What are your opinions?
-Md. Shahnoor Amin