Lakshmi Pratury shares her fascinating journey from gold medalist in applied mathematics to founder and CEO of InkTalks, revealing how embracing curiosity across multiple domains can lead to a more fulfilling life than specializing in just one area.

• Growing up in Hyderabad, India without gender boundaries shaped Lakshmi's independent thinking and courage to challenge norms
• The concept of "horizontality" - being good at many things rather than exceptional at just one - offers an alternative path to success
• Looking at life in 10-year intervals rather than day-to-day provides perspective and resilience through inevitable ups and downs
• Building genuine relationships without transactional intentions is the foundation of trust and community
• Creating meaningful experiences for others makes us "billionaires of moments" - a more fulfilling measure of success than financial wealth
• Asking for what you deserve is essential, despite the discomfort and potential rejection
• Surrounding yourself with the right team members who complement your strengths is crucial for entrepreneurial success
• Putting your "oxygen mask on first" by prioritizing your own wellbeing enables you to better serve others

If you have the capability to make a difference to someone, make it - it's the biggest contribution you can offer to the world.

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