For as long as I can remember, I've had low self-esteem. Like trying to outrun my own shadow: no matter how fast I ran, it followed with obedience.

This is a list to remind myself of the praise and love I've received over the years.

"Computer Science would be an excellent major for you. You think methodically and systematically." CTO at Stackline

"You should apply to Google or Meta. If you need a reference, let me know." Data Scientist at Stackline

"You can easily go to Big Tech. The company doesn't deserve you." Engineer at Stackline

"You were a good hire. You're a high performer." Head of Software, Quant at Illinois

"You're getting Rookie of the Year. I'm calling it." 2024 Rookie of the Year at Stackline

"I'm surprised you stayed at this company for so long." Engineering Manager at Pangea Laboratory

"You're a hustler." Operations Manager at Pangea Laboratory

"I'm not worried about you. Whatever you do, you'll do well." Research Scientist at Pangea Laboratory

"You should consider being a lawyer." English Professor at USC, Ex-Lawyer

"You were born to be a linguist." Linguistics Professor at USC