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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Spencer Penn, the 33-year-old founder of LightSource, who lives in San Francisco. It’s been edited for length and clarity.I moved to California 10 years ago, back when Tesla was a boutique car business. We were making 1,000 vehicles a week.My friends…

As a travel writer, I’ve always taken pride in handling every detail of my trips solo.I’ve spent years unearthing hidden boutique hotels, interviewing travel experts, and helping readers craft itineraries packed with under-the-radar experiences — all in a day’s work.But this year was different. I wasn’t just balancing deadlines and…

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Michael Lane, Rev’s vice president for development. The following has been edited for length and clarity. Business Insider has verified his employment and academic history.My academic journey is pretty circuitous.I matriculated at the University of Toronto in 1995 as an undergrad…

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with He Jiabin, 35, the CEO of Ropeta, a Beijing-based robotics startup. His words have been translated and edited for length and clarity.When it comes to decisions, I follow my instincts.I grew up in Zhuzhou, Hunan, in central China. At 17, I…