It’s a beautiful day and the sun is shining at a mere 80 degrees. I walk into the final interview for a company I dream of working for. It’s been so many rounds of interviews and I’m already stressed. However, at the end of the day, a part of me feels ready. “They have to... Continue Reading →
Comparing NBA Free Agency with Employment
Throughout the past couple of years, the NBA has had some drastic changes, whether it is regarding new teams or rules. This year’s NBA finals was rather quick with an expected outcome, as the Cavaliers were swept by a Warriors "superteam". Although this occurred, Free Agency is when NBA teams make comebacks. NBA Free Agency... Continue Reading →
The Value of Airplane Conversations
Flights. No, I’m not talking about the flights in which you pick four 4 oz. beers; I’m talking about the flights via airplane when you fly from one location to another, whether it is on vacation or during a business trip. Have you ever been on an airplane flight? Some people have fear of flying;... Continue Reading →
The Pursuit of Sna-Happyness in Tech
Happyness. In the movie “Pursuit of Happyness”, Chris faces many challenges, whether it is regarding his living situation, his job search, or taking care of his son; despite these circumstances, he always remains content and optimistic. I always wondered why “happyness” is spelled with a “y” instead of an “i” in the movie. Sources say... Continue Reading →
Making the Best of Opportunities
On Tuesday, April 10th, a star was born. Andre Ingram, a 32 year rookie who had played 384 games in the minors, had career aspirations of playing in the NBA. Making the NBA is not an easy task; according to research, less than 1% of college basketball players make the NBA, yet alone, even get... Continue Reading →
The Social Media Addiction
In our world today, there are many social media platforms that we utilize consistently. These platforms include Snapchat, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. According to research and sources, the average person has five social media accounts and spends about 1 hour and 40 minutes per day on social media, accumulating to over 5 years in... Continue Reading →
The Power of LinkedIn
LinkedIn gives users great power, and with great power comes great responsibility. The platform helps users engage with others and learn more about the professional world. It strengthens our networking skills while giving members opportunities to pursue a variety of different jobs and internships. Through various observations, many users post on LinkedIn regarding personal branding,... Continue Reading →
The Day in the Life of a 5AMer
It’s 4:45AM. I press the snooze button and think whether or not to get up and start my day. Eventually, I get out of my bed, brush my teeth, and leave the house by 5:00AM. I start work at 6:30AM, but I leave the house early to beat traffic when going to Los Angeles and... Continue Reading →
Creating Your Own Success from a Non-Target School
There are over 2,500 4-year universities in the United States alone. We are privileged and blessed to go to one of these universities as well as have the opportunities to network with many professionals, colleagues, and professors. It is true that certain universities have an advantage in providing a steady pipeline of students toward tech,... Continue Reading →
What I Learned from the Man at the Steakhouse
I sat by myself, visiting on a trip just wanting to get a bite to eat. I go to a fancy restaurant, where I am greeted by a server who opens the door for me. She sits me at a table and gives me a dinner menu. The dinner menu is only on one page,... Continue Reading →