n this episode of The Girl Dad Show, Young Han sits down with Vijay Rajendran—executive coach, entrepreneur, investor, startup advisor, UC Berkeley instructor, and author of The Funding Framework: Secure Startup Funding with Confidence.
Drawing from more than 20 years of experience helping founders grow into effective CEOs, Vijay shares valuable insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, raising capital, and balancing the demands of family life. From supporting startups in over 80 countries to Coaching leaders through pivotal moments, Vijay offers a unique perspective on what it takes to build successful businesses while remaining present at home.
Young and Vijay discuss why leadership is one of the most valuable resources in any organization, how entrepreneurs can develop resilience and grit, and the importance of communication with both business partners and family members during challenging seasons. They also explore how AI is changing the way professionals work and how founders can leverage Technology to focus on higher-value activities.
Whether you’re a founder, business leader, parent, or someone striving to balance ambition with family, this conversation is packed with practical Wisdom and actionable takeaways.
In This Episode:
Why leadership is the ultimate competitive advantage
Lessons from coaching hundreds of founders and CEOs
Building resilience as both an entrepreneur and a parent
The role of communication in strong Relationships and teams
How AI is reshaping work and creating new opportunities
Strategies for balancing business Growth with family life
🔗 CONNECT WITH VIJAY RAJENDRAN
🌐 Website: https://startupsystem.substack.com/
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👥 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijayarajendran/
🔗 CONNECT WITH YOUNG HAN
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