A Thanksgiving reflection by Govind Talluri on the power of gratitude in career, entrepreneurship, and global trade — reminding us that true growth is never a solo pursuit.
From sitting at Toronto airport in 2017 wondering if I’d ever return, to becoming a Canadian citizen in 2023 — my journey reminds me that the biggest mountain isn’t the system or competition. The biggest mountain is me — and I’m learning to climb it.
Early in my career, I pitched a bold idea — a centralized medical data system. We presented at HannoverMesse, dreaming big. But with only an idea, visa hurdles, and no infrastructure, we failed. Years later, a similar vision raised $150M.
In my view, being a #productleader today is not easy. But the right product leader is the one - who is entrepreneurial - and is well equipped with ideas to build products that give value.
I believe every business no matter the size - should try to find its very specific niche - and build a product or service that solves a customer problem or challenge beautifully well