Episode description
Episode description
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https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/552
Siddharth Vaghasia, a true maverick from Pune, India, graces our podcast with tales that chart an inspiring course from a curious commerce student to a Microsoft MVP and the brain behind Pune's thriving tech scene. His journey is a testament to how a flickering interest in computers, kindled during his hostel days, ignited a career that's as illustrious as it is unanticipated. Embracing life's flavors, he reflects on the joy of family with his wife and twin sons, indulges in the shared pleasure of culinary delights, and unwinds with cinema, series, and sports. But there's more than leisure to this story; Siddharth's pivot into the IT realm, culminating in a profound mastery of Microsoft technologies, illustrates the serendipitous blend of passion and opportunity that can define a career.
Our conversation explores the entrepreneurial spirit that led Siddharth to co-found Binary Roots, an agency that's sculpting the Microsoft 365 services landscape. Within a span of three years, his leadership has scaled a one-man operation into a 21-strong team, delivering impeccable service across diverse global markets including the US, Australia, Canada, and the UAE. The insights from Siddharth on leveraging platforms like LinkedIn and Upwork as launchpads for growth are gold for any aspiring entrepreneur. Furthermore, he emphasizes the pivotal role community engagement and enduring client relationships play in carving out a remarkable reputation in the industry, evidenced by a staggering job satisfaction rate on Upwork. Tune in to absorb the entrepreneurial wisdom and tech expertise of someone who has triumphantly navigated the intersection of passion and business.
OTHER RESOURCES:
Microsoft MVP YouTube Series - How to Become a Microsoft MVP
GitHub: https://github.com/siddharth-vaghasia
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