The Common Reader Anna Gát, startup founder and late bloomer
Aug 8, 2022
Anna Gát, the founder of InterIntellect and a former playwriter, shares her transformative journey from a struggling youth in Hungary to finding her purpose in the startup world. She discusses how reading about startups catalyzed her shift away from scriptwriting. Gát reflects on fostering dialogue around women's issues and the challenges she faced as a political immigrant in London. Her journey also highlights themes of self-discovery, faith, and the power of narrative in reshaping personal experiences into impactful stories.
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Complex Timing of Maturity
- Maturity can come early in some areas and later in others, creating a unique blend for individuals.
- Social milestones have become arbitrary, making comparisons of maturity complex and unreliable.
Founding Moment in 2016
- Anna decided to become a startup founder in October 2016 after a pivotal family event and reading Sam Altman's interview.
- This moment liberated her from her past life script and opened the possibility of leading something independently.
Challenging Immigration Experience
- Anna immigrated to London in 2013, facing harsh realities and struggling with poverty and isolation.
- Despite challenges, she kept cultural pursuits alive but felt stuck for six and a half years.
