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Oct 2024
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Interview: Shannon and Priyanka of Volv

Fiona Killackey, My Daily Business
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"Find your community. If you're building in clean tech or, you know, agritech, it doesn't matter. Like news or whatever, find where your people are. Find that community. Talk to them. Peers are so important, it doesn't matter. Even if they're competitors to you. You know, people start from one point and they end up somewhere else completely. So it doesn't really matter. There is enough room for everyone to sort of thrive in that industry."

Priyanka and Shannon share their journey from non-tech backgrounds in finance and consultancy to creating a tech platform that is gaining significant traction and backing from industry giants like Snapchat. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of building a startup, the importance of unbiased news, and how they managed to capture the attention of mentors like Mark Cuban.

The conversation delves into the future of social media, the impact of AI on content creation, and the importance of meeting your audience where they are. This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to innovate in their field, regardless of their background.

 

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