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                &lt;p&gt;Embracing Growth, Grit, and Grace with Guy Kawasaki. In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu sits down with Guy Kawasaki, the renowned evangelist for Apple and Canva, author of 16 books, and the host of the 'Remarkable People' podcast. Guy expounds on his philosophy around the three G's: growth, grit, and grace, and how they've shaped his career and life. He shares personal anecdotes, from his early days in Honolulu, his time at Stanford, and his pivotal role at Apple, to his remarkable journey in tech and beyond. With humor and honesty, Guy talks about the challenges of starting new ventures, the importance of having a growth mindset, and the joy of lifelong learning. He also delves into the significance of community, kindness, and using technology to enhance human connectivity.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;01:07 Guy Kawasaki's Evangelism and Career Highlights&lt;br /&gt;04:21 The Spirit of Aloha and Ohana&lt;br /&gt;13:56 Educational Journey and Early Career&lt;br /&gt;21:51 Transition to Apple and the Importance of Sales&lt;br /&gt;26:45 Leaving Apple: The Real Story&lt;br /&gt;33:57 The Return to Apple and Missed Opportunities&lt;br /&gt;39:33 Remarkable People: Growth, Grit, and Grace&lt;br /&gt;46:26 The Power of Grit and Overcoming Challenges&lt;br /&gt;50:19 The Grace Mindset and Legacy&lt;/p&gt;
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Embracing Growth, Grit, and Grace with Guy Kawasaki. In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu sits down with Guy Kawasaki, the renowned evangelist for Apple and Canva, author of 16 books...

Chief Evangelist of Canva, Guy Kawasaki, Hosted by Soon Yu

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                &lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;Intentional Leadership with Mayor Aftab Pureval. In this episode, host Soon Yu interviews Aftab Pureval, the mayor of Cincinnati, who shares his inspiring journey from his immigrant family's experiences to his leadership in public office. Pureval discusses his career trajectory, starting from his early days in student government to his role as clerk of courts, where he tackled systemic challenges head-on. He opens up about the hardships and public scrutiny he faced, particularly after losing a congressional race and the lessons learned in balancing personal convictions and public service. Pureval also highlights the importance of intentional leadership, community service, and conflict resolution. He offers a powerful call to action for more AAPI individuals to engage in public service, emphasizing the transformative impact and fulfillment that comes with making a difference in the community.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;04:16 Aftab's Family Background and Heritage&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;07:28 The American Dream and Public Service&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;13:10 Early Political Aspirations and Challenges&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;21:23 Embracing Identity and Overcoming Barriers&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;28:58 Building Bridges in a Hostile Environment&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;31:03 Leadership and Vulnerability&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;33:14 Conflict Resolution and Setting Standards&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;40:40 Facing Public Defeat and Bouncing Back&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;41:56 The Accidental Mayor&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;47:50 The Importance of Running for Office&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Intentional Leadership with Mayor Aftab Pureval. In this episode, host Soon Yu interviews Aftab Pureval, the mayor of Cincinnati, who shares his inspiring journey from his immigrant family's experi...

Mayor of Cincinnati, Aftab Pureval, Hosted by Soon Yu

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                &lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu speaks with Charles Yu, award-winning novelist and executive producer of Hulu's 'Interior Chinatown'. They dive into Charles' journey from a career in law to becoming a celebrated writer, focusing on his struggles and breakthroughs.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;The discussion covers the moment when he almost gave up on writing 'Interior Chinatown' and how he overcame it. They also touch on navigating life as a 'B' player, the impact of living on the margins, and balancing traditional expectations with creative aspirations.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;Charles shares insights into the innovative narrative techniques in 'Interior Chinatown', his Hollywood experiences, and the influences of his immigrant background.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p class="p1"&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;06:42&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;&amp;nbsp;Balancing Traditional Expectations with Creative Aspirations&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s2"&gt;13:59&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;&amp;nbsp;Transition to Law and Continued Passion for Writing&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;32:05 Facing Career Uncertainty&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;35:51 Creating Interior Chinatown&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;39:32 Addressing Asian American Experiences&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class="s1"&gt;49:41 Reflecting on Success and Future Plans&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu speaks with Charles Yu, award-winning novelist and executive producer of Hulu's 'Interior Chinatown'. They dive into Charles' journey from a care...

Award-Winning Novelist, Charles Yu, Hosted by Soon Yu

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                &lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;Yamini Rangan: From Small Town Dreams to Leading HubSpot. &lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;In this episode of Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu, along with co-host Tina Shah Paikeday, interviews Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot. The conversation covers Yamini's inspiring journey from a small town in India, to leading a prominent software company. Yamini shares personal anecdotes about overcoming gender biases in engineering school, adapting to a new life in the U.S., and transitioning from engineering to sales. She discusses the significance of authentic leadership, the importance of embracing feedback, and her vision for supporting more women into C-suite roles. The episode highlights her approach to customer-centricity, learning from challenges, and the empowering impact of dreaming big.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;03:17 Yamini's Early Life&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;06:22 Dreams and Aspirations: Moving to the U.S.&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;13:21 First Steps in America&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;15:19 Transition to Berkeley and Career Beginnings&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;16:47 Challenges and Success in Sales&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;26:29 Embracing Authenticity in Personal and Professional Life&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;28:18 The Hero's Journey and Career Struggles&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;29:36 Rewriting the Playbook: From Individual Contributor to Leader&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;34:06 Unexpected Path to CEO: A Journey of Resilience&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;39:28 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Finding Purpose&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span style="font-weight: 400;"&gt;42:44 Future Aspirations and Mentorship Goals&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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Yamini Rangan: From Small Town Dreams to Leading HubSpot. In this episode of Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu, along with co-host Tina Shah Paikeday, interviews Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot. The conve...

CEO of Hubspot, Yamini Rangan, Hosted by Soon Yu

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                &lt;div&gt;In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu engages in an honest and candid conversation with Jenny Ming, a prominent Asian-American leader and the CEO of Rothy's, a fast growing fashion company endorsed by.&amp;nbsp;Jenny shares her remarkable journey, from immigrating to the U.S. as a child to rising through the ranks to leadership roles at top fashion brands, including Co-Founder and First President of Old Navy and CEO of Charlotte Russe.&amp;nbsp;She discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced (including the moments of failure) emphasizing the importance of resilience, admitting mistakes, and leveraging her immigrant background. They delve into her management philosophy, the significance of team dynamics, and the pivot points in her career. The episode also touches on Jenny's extensive work on various corporate boards and her continuous efforts to mentor and uplift the AAPI community.&lt;/div&gt;
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&lt;div&gt;04:23 Jenny Ming's Immigrant Journey&lt;br /&gt;06:05 From Home Economics to Fashion Buying&lt;br /&gt;14:51 Joining The Gap: A Career Defining Moment&lt;br /&gt;23:17 Launching Old Navy: A New Venture&lt;br /&gt;26:44 Reflecting on the Journey to Leadership&lt;br /&gt;28:57 Cultural Influences and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome&lt;br /&gt;30:51 Leadership Philosophy and Team Dynamics&lt;br /&gt;32:05 Challenges and Lessons of Failure from Charlotte Russe&lt;br /&gt;40:16 Navigating Boards and Mentorship&lt;br /&gt;47:48 Stepping into the Role at Rothy's&lt;/div&gt;
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In this episode of The Aconic Podcast, host Soon Yu engages in an honest and candid conversation with Jenny Ming, a prominent Asian-American leader and the CEO of Rothy's, a fast growing fashion co...

CEO of Rothy's, Jenny Ming, Hosted by Soon Yu


            The Aconic Podcast features candid conversations with successful Asian and AAPI icons who share their personal journeys of challenges and triumphs. Hosted by Soon Yu.
        

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