From Undocumented Immigrant to Visionary Leader with Shehzad Batliwala

Boardsi Leadership Talks

Summary
Dr. Shez Batliwala, an eye surgeon and entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey from being an undocumented immigrant to becoming a successful medical professional and business owner. He overcame challenges such as growing up without a green card and had to get creative to provide for his family. Dr. Batliwala founded Smartphone ER, a cell phone repair company, during his teenage years. He also pursued his interest in space medicine and worked with NASA. Currently, he is pursuing an MBA in the space economy. Dr. Batliwala emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's why in achieving success and happiness.

Takeaways

• Overcoming challenges and getting creative is essential for success
• Self-awareness and understanding one's why are crucial for happiness
• The space economy offers exciting opportunities for innovation and growth
• Sharing one's story and experiences can inspire and help others

Sound Bites

• "I had to get creative in order to figure out how to provide for my family."
• "I wish pain and suffering and struggle upon you guys because that is what sharpens your character."
• "There's so much going on in the space economy. In our lifetime, in the next 20 years, probably, I have no doubt that you and I will be able to buy a ticket and just go to space."

Chapters

00:00
Introduction and Background

03:22
Getting Creative and Starting Smartphone ER

09:44
Exploring Space Medicine and Pursuing an MBA in the Space Economy

22:42
Personal Fun Fact: Stand-Up Comedy

26:28
Building a Coaching Platform and Helping Others

29:14
Conclusion and Farewell

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