🔍Importance of following your own career path
💡Value of meaningful work over prestigious positions
🌱Growth opportunities in startup environments
🚀Building partnerships and scaling businesses
💼Navigating career transitions and finding fulfillment
🔍Importance of following your own career path
💡Value of meaningful work over prestigious positions
🌱Growth opportunities in startup environments
🚀Building partnerships and scaling businesses
💼Navigating career transitions and finding fulfillment
Why did Christina leave her job at Google?
—Christina felt unhappy and unfulfilled in her role at Google, realizing that it wasn't the right fit for her. She wanted something more meaningful and fast-paced.
What advice does Christina give about following your own path?
—Christina advises not to be swayed by external expectations and pressures. She encourages individuals to listen to their own instincts and pursue what they feel strongly about, regardless of others' opinions.
How did Christina transition from Google to startups?
—Christina's interest in startups grew through conversations with friends and her own research. She took the opportunity to intern at Tapulous, a mobile gaming startup, which sparked her interest and led her to the technology industry.
What role did partnerships play in Christina's career?
—Partnerships played an important role in Christina's career, especially during her time at Pulse and Stripe. She focused on building strategic partnerships with media companies and collaborating with platforms like Shopify to drive growth and success.
How did Christina navigate the financial impact of career choices?
—Coming from a background with limited financial resources, Christina recognized the impact that career choices could have on her and her family's financial situation. However, she pursued opportunities at startups like Stripe, which eventually led to financial success.
00:00Christina Cordova shares her journey of leaving Google and pursuing her passion in startups.
12:48Don't be swayed by external expectations; follow your own path.
01:55Christina's transition from Google to startups, inspired by an internship at Tapulous.
07:48Strategic partnerships played a crucial role in Christina's career at Pulse and Stripe.
04:21Financial impact and the importance of making career choices that align with personal goals.
