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“I knew my mother was going to succumb to our circumstances if I didn’t do something to change our trajectory out of poverty.” - Matt Higgins A Story of Resilience and Determination Matt Higgins, CEO and founder of the private investment firm RSE Ventures, has a compelling story to tell. Recently, he shared his experiences with Glassdoor’s Hot Seat, revealing his challenging upbringing in the Queens neighborhood of New York City. From dropping out of school to becoming a teacher at Harvard Business School, Higgins' journey is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. Setting Fears Aside to Start Your Own Business Higgins’ primary piece of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs is straightforward: you cannot eliminate all risks, nor should you want to. “The fear of failure and anxiety will drive you to success,” he explains. Many people are paralyzed by the need to have every detail figured out before making the leap. However, Higgins emphasizes the importance of trusting...

Tesla's Latest CFO: Vaibhav Taneja, A Leader of Integrity and Purpose Tesla has welcomed a new Chief Financial Officer once again, and this time, the role is entrusted to Vaibhav Taneja, hailing from India. Taneja, a graduate from Delhi University and a chartered accountant with a rich background at global consultancy firm PwC spanning 16 years, stepped into the CFO position at the electric vehicle giant on August 7. His predecessor, Deepak Ahuja, also of Indian origin, had previously served in the same capacity. With experience as Tesla's Chief Accounting Officer since 2017, Taneja smoothly transitioned into his new role, replacing Zachary Kirkhorn, who had been widely speculated to succeed Elon Musk himself. Kirkhorn expressed pride in his departure, emphasizing Tesla's unique journey and the accomplishments achieved during his tenure. Before joining Tesla, Taneja had significant experience in finance and accounting, including roles at SolarCity Corporation, which was lat...