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In this episode, I interview Khalid Shivji. An award-winning lawyer and engineer sharing his story of finding his passion in life!
In this podcast we dive into the following topics:
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Understanding Pro Bono
The importance of breaking out of your comfort zone
Khaled's biography:
With over two decades of experience in the technology sector, Khaled serves as the CELA CPS CEMA Multi-Country Lead at Microsoft. Khaled's dedication lies in solving crucial legal, regulatory, policy, and commercial challenges for Microsoft's customers.
He collaborates closely with the commercial legal team & in-country leaders providing support for a wide array of transactions, agreements, and public policy areas such as AI, data protection, hyperscale cloud and sustainability.
Highlights from the podcast:
00:00 Intro
02:55 Khaled’s Background: Delve into the unique experiences and influences that shaped Khaled's journey.
7:18 Khaled’s Grandfather: Discover the impactful role Khaled's grandfather played in his life.
8:46 Khaled’s Career Path: Uncover the trajectory of Khaled's career, weaving through Internet engineering, law, and more.
10:54 Studying Internet Engineering: Insights into Khaled's academic pursuits and the significance of Internet engineering in his journey.
12:41 Health Challenges: A candid discussion about the health challenges Khaled faced.
13:42 Hearing Loss: Addressing the impact of hearing loss on Khaled's life.
16:00 Positive Attitude: Embracing a positive attitude in the face of challenges.
20:14 Outside the Comfort Zone: The importance of stepping outside one's comfort zone for growth.
23:44 Failure: Khaled's perspective on failure and its role in personal development.
25:09 Digital Transformation: Exploring the concept of digital transformation and its influence on various industries.
27:24 Becoming a Lawyer: Khaled's decision to transition into the field of law.
29:17 After Becoming a Lawyer: Post-law career reflections and experiences.
32:31 What Is the Internet: A deeper look into the fundamental nature of the internet.
36:49 Google: Discussing the impact and significance of Google in today's digital landscape.
37:59 Artificial Intelligence: Insights into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence.
41:04 Climate Change: Khaled's perspective on the crucial issue of climate change.
42:35 Google Glasses: An exploration of Google Glasses and their potential impact.
44:52 Stephen Hawking: Reflecting on the contributions of the renowned physicist Stephen Hawking.
47:16 The Human Race Has a Good Future: Optimistic views on the future of the human race.
48:50 The UAE’s Success Story: Commendation for the success story of the United Arab Emirates.
50:03 Work Ethics in the UAE: Appreciation for the strong work ethics prevalent in the UAE.
51:36 Why Khaled Left Dubai: Insights into Khaled's decision to leave Dubai.
53:00 Why Khaled Is a Lawyer: The motivations behind Khaled's choice of becoming a lawyer.
54:15 Khaled Is a Normal Person: A reminder that, despite achievements, Khaled sees himself as a normal person.
56:24 Pro Bono: The significance of pro bono work in Khaled's professional life.
57:42 Law Firms: Perspectives on the operations and dynamics of law firms.
58:32 Pro Bono Hours: Discussing the commitment to pro bono work and the hours dedicated to it.
To stay updated with more awe-inspiring interviews featuring Gladiators and titans of industry, don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel and connect with me on the social platforms listed below.
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In this episode, I interview Khalid Shivji. An award-winning lawyer and engineer sharing his story of finding his passion in life!
In this podcast we dive into the following topics:
Climate Change
Artificial Intelligence
Understanding Pro Bono
The importance of breaking out of your comfort zone
Khaled's biography:
With over two decades of experience in the technology sector, Khaled serves as the CELA CPS CEMA Multi-Country Lead at Microsoft. Khaled's dedication lies in solving crucial legal, regulatory, policy, and commercial challenges for Microsoft's customers.
He collaborates closely with the commercial legal team & in-country leaders providing support for a wide array of transactions, agreements, and public policy areas such as AI, data protection, hyperscale cloud and sustainability.
Highlights from the podcast:
00:00 Intro
02:55 Khaled’s Background: Delve into the unique experiences and influences that shaped Khaled's journey.
7:18 Khaled’s Grandfather: Discover the impactful role Khaled's grandfather played in his life.
8:46 Khaled’s Career Path: Uncover the trajectory of Khaled's career, weaving through Internet engineering, law, and more.
10:54 Studying Internet Engineering: Insights into Khaled's academic pursuits and the significance of Internet engineering in his journey.
12:41 Health Challenges: A candid discussion about the health challenges Khaled faced.
13:42 Hearing Loss: Addressing the impact of hearing loss on Khaled's life.
16:00 Positive Attitude: Embracing a positive attitude in the face of challenges.
20:14 Outside the Comfort Zone: The importance of stepping outside one's comfort zone for growth.
23:44 Failure: Khaled's perspective on failure and its role in personal development.
25:09 Digital Transformation: Exploring the concept of digital transformation and its influence on various industries.
27:24 Becoming a Lawyer: Khaled's decision to transition into the field of law.
29:17 After Becoming a Lawyer: Post-law career reflections and experiences.
32:31 What Is the Internet: A deeper look into the fundamental nature of the internet.
36:49 Google: Discussing the impact and significance of Google in today's digital landscape.
37:59 Artificial Intelligence: Insights into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence.
41:04 Climate Change: Khaled's perspective on the crucial issue of climate change.
42:35 Google Glasses: An exploration of Google Glasses and their potential impact.
44:52 Stephen Hawking: Reflecting on the contributions of the renowned physicist Stephen Hawking.
47:16 The Human Race Has a Good Future: Optimistic views on the future of the human race.
48:50 The UAE’s Success Story: Commendation for the success story of the United Arab Emirates.
50:03 Work Ethics in the UAE: Appreciation for the strong work ethics prevalent in the UAE.
51:36 Why Khaled Left Dubai: Insights into Khaled's decision to leave Dubai.
53:00 Why Khaled Is a Lawyer: The motivations behind Khaled's choice of becoming a lawyer.
54:15 Khaled Is a Normal Person: A reminder that, despite achievements, Khaled sees himself as a normal person.
56:24 Pro Bono: The significance of pro bono work in Khaled's professional life.
57:42 Law Firms: Perspectives on the operations and dynamics of law firms.
58:32 Pro Bono Hours: Discussing the commitment to pro bono work and the hours dedicated to it.
To stay updated with more awe-inspiring interviews featuring Gladiators and titans of industry, don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube Channel and connect with me on the social platforms listed below.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dariushsoudiofficial/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dariushsoudi...
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dariushspeaks
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dariushsoudiofficial
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DariushSoudiOfficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariushsoudi/
Website: https://dariushsoudi.com
Gladiator Mastery: https://gladiatorsmastery.com
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