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#163 Luck Maximization — Jovian Gautama on being Indonesian in Taiwan, learning English from MTV and Reddit, graduating from a tourism high school, selling steel, podcasting, learning "tech" online, becoming the CEO of Castro
Oct 12, 2023
Jovian Gautama, an Indonesian living in Taiwan, shares his journey and unique perspective on life. He discusses learning English from MTV, being an Indonesian in Taiwan, selling steel, getting into tech, the changing internet, hosting a podcast, and becoming the CEO of Castro.
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- Being open to new opportunities and adapting to different roles throughout one's career is crucial for success.
- Exposure to American tech culture and pop culture through media can shape interests and career choices.
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Transitioning from Selling Steel to Becoming CEO of a Podcast App
The podcast episode discusses the guest's journey from selling steel to becoming the CEO of a podcast app. The guest, Jovian, shares his background growing up in a complicated family and feeling detached from his upbringing. He talks about his curiosity about the world and Western culture, which influenced him to pursue opportunities in the tech industry. Jovian talks about his experience in different jobs, including sales for CodeMentor and working as a podcast editor. Eventually, he lands a full-time job as the CEO of a podcast app through connections and seizing opportunities.
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