The Business of Education | S01E13 | Yasin Ehsan
Summary
In this episode, Kyle Wallgren interviews Yasin Ehsan, the founder of Headstarter, an AI platform that helps software engineers improve their skills and job prospects. Yasin shares his founding story and the challenges he faced in learning coding and finding a job in software engineering. He discusses the difficulties in raising money and the importance of revenue in attracting investors. Yasin also talks about his goals for Headstarter, including increasing user engagement and creating partnerships with companies. The conversation highlights the importance of networking and building relationships in the start-up world.
Takeaways
- Learning to code is essential for pursuing a career in software engineering, but many people face challenges in acquiring the necessary skills.
- Raising money for a startup can be a difficult and time-consuming process, but having revenue and a strong pitch can increase the chances of success.
- Building a network and forming partnerships are crucial for the growth and success of a startup.
- The goal of Headstarter is to provide software engineers with the tools and resources they need to improve their skills, land better job offers, and advance in their careers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:22 Founding Story of Headstarter
04:55 Difficulties in Finding Jobs in Software Engineering
08:13 First Generation Immigrant Experience
09:21 Opportunities in the United States
10:51 Raising Money and the Importance of Revenue
20:07 Importance of Revenue and Product Market Fit
26:32 Next Steps and Goals for Headstarter
31:38 The Importance of Networking
Guest: Yasin Ehsan
Socials:
X [@yasinbuilds]
Instagram [@mellamoyasin]
Facebook [@yasin.ehsan.75]
LinkedIn [@yasinehsan]
Website: [theheadstarter.com]
About Yasin
Meet Yasin Ehsan, CEO of Headstarter, known for his exceptional achievements. With ten Hackathon wins and two AWS patents, he's not just an innovator but also advocates for democratizing tech careers. Graduating from Queens College, CUNY, Yasin rose quickly at Capital One, contributing to groundbreaking projects like a customer-facing chatbot. He prioritizes people, networking, and storytelling, founding The Headstarter to guide careers and promote diversity in tech. Yasin believes in education, mentorship, and community support for innovation.
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