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* What motivates you to join TSM?
 
* What motivates you to join TSM?
  
TSM offers a rare and unique chance to immerse myself in one of the world's most creative and dynamic landscapes: Silicon Valley, the "endgame" of all Tech Enthusiasts. Participating in this opportunity holds immense value for me personally and professionally, as it promises exposure to a multitude of companies, both large and small, as well as startups with exceptionally innovative and captivating ideas.  Each interaction, each visit to a tech hub or innovation center, is an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving tech landscape.  
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TSM offers an incredibly rare and exciting opportunity for me to fully immerse myself in the heart of Silicon Valley, a place often considered the ultimate dreamland for tech enthusiasts like myself. Silicon Valley is renowned for being one of the most creative and dynamic tech hubs globally, and being a part of this environment holds immense personal and professional value.
  
I hope to be able to meet innovators/founders to find out more about their crazy business ideas and how they managed to get to the point where they're at, I believe that their personal experience is unique to each of them and I would love to find out more.  
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What truly excites me about this opportunity is the promise of exposure to a diverse array of companies, ranging from industry giants to innovative startups with captivating ideas. Each interaction and every visit to tech hubs and innovation centers is a chance for me to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving tech landscape.
  
Overall this experience will be one that provides me with different inspirations and also to inspire me to go further.
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One of my most cherished aspirations is to connect with the visionary individuals behind these companies—the innovators and founders. I'm eager to learn about their extraordinary business ideas and the unique paths they've taken to reach where they are today. I firmly believe that their personal stories are as remarkable as their ventures, and I'm enthusiastic about discovering the intricacies of their journeys.
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This experience is not just about personal growth; it's about finding inspiration from various corners of the tech world. It will undoubtedly broaden my horizons and fuel my motivation to strive for greater accomplishments.
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And, of course, I'm eagerly looking forward to savoring the diverse culinary delights that Silicon Valley has to offer. It's yet another aspect of this journey that adds a wonderfully human touch to the overall experience.
  
 
* Where would you like to visit?
 
* Where would you like to visit?

Revision as of 17:38, 11 October 2023

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About Me 🥸

SMU email: shawn.thiah.2022@scis.smu.edu.sg
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawn-thiah-606b78200/
Academic Year: Year 2 (2023)
Degree: BSc Software Engineering

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Why TSM?

  • What motivates you to join TSM?

TSM offers an incredibly rare and exciting opportunity for me to fully immerse myself in the heart of Silicon Valley, a place often considered the ultimate dreamland for tech enthusiasts like myself. Silicon Valley is renowned for being one of the most creative and dynamic tech hubs globally, and being a part of this environment holds immense personal and professional value.

What truly excites me about this opportunity is the promise of exposure to a diverse array of companies, ranging from industry giants to innovative startups with captivating ideas. Each interaction and every visit to tech hubs and innovation centers is a chance for me to gain a deeper understanding of the ever-evolving tech landscape.

One of my most cherished aspirations is to connect with the visionary individuals behind these companies—the innovators and founders. I'm eager to learn about their extraordinary business ideas and the unique paths they've taken to reach where they are today. I firmly believe that their personal stories are as remarkable as their ventures, and I'm enthusiastic about discovering the intricacies of their journeys.

This experience is not just about personal growth; it's about finding inspiration from various corners of the tech world. It will undoubtedly broaden my horizons and fuel my motivation to strive for greater accomplishments.

And, of course, I'm eagerly looking forward to savoring the diverse culinary delights that Silicon Valley has to offer. It's yet another aspect of this journey that adds a wonderfully human touch to the overall experience.

  • Where would you like to visit?

Silicon Valley: OpenAI, Google, Apple, Visa, Meta and the list continues.

(I am also SUPER looking forward to indulge in the food there)


Starting a business

  • What types of business interest you?

A type of business that leverages and embraces disruptive technology to break the norm, and also able to create a meaningful impact in people's life. For example AR/VR technology.

  • What plans do you have in starting a business?

I aim to start a X business that does X in the X industry.

Past Experiences (optional)

Internships:

  • Lumens - Software Engineer Intern : Years Jun '23 - Aug '23

Other Activities:

  • Metamorphosis 2023 - Community Relations Director : Years Jun '23 - Aug '23

CCA:

  • SMU Business Intelligence & Analytics - HGS : Years May '23 - Current
  • SMU Fintech Subcommittee - Developer : Years Aug '22 - Dec '22