Recently I attended one Coffee with Connect session with one of the emerging leader of the investment bank. It was a more over an informal session wherein, people were allowed to ask all sort of question to the guest and he would share his thoughts based on his experience and knowledge. There were few points which were complete take away for me and would like to share those in my space considering the fact that it might be useful for my friends as well.
When asked what was that one dream that you think you fulfilled in your life he replied that, "My life experiences have taught me that there are bound to be ups and downs and it is only family and friends that help tide over difficult times. I went through a personal crisis in 2002 and there was doom and gloom everywhere. Instead of maintaining status quo, I decided to give my entrepreneurial drive a “go”. I traded my corporate comfort for setting up a business of 150 people and ran it for 3 years before divesting it to a large IT company. Soup to nuts teaches one a lot and I think I benefited immensely with that experience both in terms of what to do and what not to do. Most importantly I listened to my heart and fulfilled my aspiration of running my own business." This was something very motivating for me as I am in a dilemma as to what should I do and after listening to this I got that hope that come what may i should at least give myself one chance. Success and failure is a secondary issue.
When asked what derives you? Guest said that, "Almost everything but most importantly when I can make a positive impact in anyone’s life. Its the fact that I can make difference with my acts keeps me up and running. So we should all come out of that routine mind set up and think what can we do that will make a difference today. "
He also gave a beautiful career advice for everyone and it was something like this, "My advice would be, build depth in your formative years, develop a skill for which you will be known and then branch out to build breadth. Keep challenging the obvious and enhance your knowledge base. The process of building one’s career is fraught with highs and lows. The key here is not to lose heart in times of adversity and have faith in yourself. Most importantly be a rounded personality, have a sense of humor and do not take yourself too seriously."
All in all I liked the session because at the end I made the right decision to be a part of it.. my take away undoubtedly had more weight than the time I spent. So I am happy about it and love to share it as well.
Really nice
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