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Kaaveh shares his journey from Canada to LA and his transition from aspiring actor to producer. He discusses the challenges he faced, including rejection and procrastination, and how he found his passion for product placement. Kaaveh also talks about his experiences in the entertainment industry, including his work on the TV show Love It or List It. He then delves into his role as a tech founder and the lessons he has learned in building a business. Additionally, Kaaveh opens up about the personal experiences and values that have influenced his success, including his mother's struggle with schizophrenia and his passion for helping immigrants integrate into their new countries. Kaaveh discusses the challenges and benefits of bootstrapping his business instead of seeking venture capital funding. He emphasizes the value he places on purpose, time, and freedom, and how these factors have influenced the growth and trajectory of his company. Kaaveh also shares his experience pitching at Startup Montreal and how it led to a pivotal decision to pivot the business. He highlights the importance of aligning with one's ethos and making a real difference, rather than solely focusing on financial success. Kaaveh dispels the myths that every company needs to be a billion-dollar valuation and that chasing success is necessary, instead advocating for attracting success through gratitude, positivity, and taking consistent action.
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