What do I want- this question seems to follow me wherever I go, especially in recent conversations with friends. 

The following has been written a few weeks ago, but I thought to share regardless as a way to document my journey. 

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I enjoy coffee chats. The conversations often lead to fresh perspectives that I have not considered before. Additionally, I get to quickly glean into the latest developments in various industries. What can I say, many of my friends are smart-pants and nerds. XD

As a Gemini, not like I put much stock in astrology, I find myself easily distracted by things I deem “cool”, jumping from one idea to the next in frenzy.  

A case in point: In a few months’ time, I entertained the idea of becoming a digital nomad and surf bum in Bali, joining a renowned broadcasting company as an anchor, relocating to Spain to learn Spanish, joining a semiconductor startup, becoming an investor, joining an NGO in Taiwan to increase the country’s geopolitical resilience, and now, considering abandoning my plan for MBA and starting a fintech company in Africa with my best friend..

The ideas become wilder as I learn more about problems and opportunities in this expansive world. And it is getting a bit out of hand..  

So the following is my attempt to introspect to understand what I want. It is only a draft, and should be revisited and updated overtime. 

What do I want?

I want to have a family and a fulfilling career centered on a tech solution that is meaningful and have much growth and fun along the journey with people I care. 

It is a pretty raw and vulnerable statement. I know. 

Reflecting on my past roles, what motivates me are:  a.) the impact and meaning of the project itself, and b.) my ability to share and support my loved ones  

What is the point of having a successful career if I can’t share it with my partner, family and friends?

While I value professional success and the financial security it brings, I believe that true fulfillment comes from sharing it with others. On top at the foundation of my life sits relationships or partnerships, which provide me with comfort and confidence in pursuing my career.

In short, I am a builder and I want to be able to shape what I am building. While I appreciate a fulfilling career, I can’t forsake family and my relationships with my loved ones- friends included if you are reading this post! 

And exactly what to solve for comes down to a.) my gut feeling whether I am excited about a problem, b.) real work in conducting the due-diligence needed to understand the problem space and its opportunities

I desire to work on a meaningful problem, suspect either in social tech entrepreneurship or MR voice and gesture control, with people I like. 

Life is bigger than the accolades we gather and the wealth we accumulate. We are who we are today also because of the deep connections formed overtime. 

Peace!