In 2015, I went to China with friends from Silicon Valley to explore business models, but our attempt to adapt a successful US model for local restaurants didn't succeed due to differing ecosystems.

I learned the importance of networking and building relationships, which helped me transition from selling carpets to investing in startups.

I learned to take every opportunity with both hands and never take it for granted, especially when I was going for my MBA, which required a long journey from my hometown.

After exiting my first company, I spent time working at startups and venture builders to gain experience and learn from faster-growing companies.

When entering China, we partnered with a local company, but it didn't align with our values, leading us to buy them out and operate company-owned stores instead.

I started my entrepreneurial journey in high school by creating web design and marketing businesses, which provided valuable experience in building and managing a team.

The GSB's unique teaching model combines top academics with industry practitioners, which greatly enriched my learning experience.

I moved to the United States at 17, speaking no English, and graduated from Wellesley College and Harvard Business School.

If you're considering business school to become an entrepreneur, gaining experience at an early-stage startup in a tech hub may provide more valuable connections and skills than an MBA program.