Holden Lindblom joined us to share his inspiring journey from struggling in school to thriving at Stanford University. After serving as a forward observer in Afghanistan, he transitioned to academia. Holden discusses the challenges he faced during his military service, his motivation to succeed, and the importance of community college in preparing for top universities. He ultimately chose Stanford for its unique environment and opportunities, and he now co-founded Vetri-Fi, a financial service aimed at empowering veterans with financial literacy and resources.
Main Topics
00:00 From Sweden to Service: A Journey Begins
06:29 Transitioning from Military to Academia
10:20 The Drive to Succeed: Finding Motivation
15:00 Navigating Community College: A Path to Top Universities
20:57 Applying to Elite Schools: Strategies and Insights
26:28 Choosing Stanford: A Life-Changing Decision
30:05 Adapting to Stanford: Academic and Social Integration
35:40 Discovering Passion: The Shift to Startups
40:40 VetraFi: Empowering Veterans Financially
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