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#109 Co-founder & CEO, Databricks Ali Ghodsi: The Difference Between Truth and Data

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Oct 24, 2022
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ANECDOTE

Fleeing Iran Under Siege

  • Ali Ghodsi vividly remembers fleeing Iran during bombings, including blackouts and sirens.
  • His childhood memories include dramatic instances like buildings collapsing nearby, shaping his early perceptions.
INSIGHT

Privilege Is Fragile and Temporary

  • Ali views privilege as fragile and temporary, shaped by life's unpredictable upheavals.
  • His childhood experience of loss informs his humility about current advantages.
ANECDOTE

Running as Stress Relief

  • During the toughest times, Ali turned to running for solace and mental clarity.
  • Exercise became a key method to cope with stress and regain control.
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