PayPal: Max Levchin (Part 1 of 2)
How I Built This with Guy Raz
Navigating Identity and Innovation
This chapter delves into the speaker's upbringing in a culturally rich household, marked by the challenges of growing up Jewish in the Soviet Union and navigating antisemitism. It highlights their family's emigration to the United States, educational aspirations, and transformative experiences during college, particularly in the tech landscape of the mid-90s. The narrative showcases the evolution of their entrepreneurial spirit, emphasizing resilience in the face of challenges and the passion for innovation in the tech industry.
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