Headstarter

The Business of Education | S01E13 | Yasin Ehsan

Summary In this episode, Kyle Wallgren interviews Yasin Ehsan, the founder of Headstarter, an AI platform that helps software engineers improve their skills and job prospects. Yasin shares his founding story and the challenges he faced in learning coding and finding a job in software engineering. He discusses the difficulties in raising money and the importance of revenue in attracting investors. Yasin also talks about his goals for Headstarter, including increasing user engagement and creating partnerships with companies. The conversation highlights the importance of networking and building relationships in the start-up world. Takeaways Learning to code is essential for pursuing a career in software engineering, but many people face challenges in acquiring the necessary skills. Raising money for a startup can be a difficult and time-consuming process, but having revenue and a strong pitch can increase the chances of success. Building a network and forming partnerships are crucial for the growth and success of a startup. The goal of Headstarter is to provide software engineers with the tools and resources they need to improve their skills, land better job offers, and advance in their careers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:22 Founding Story of Headstarter 04:55 Difficulties in Finding Jobs in Software Engineering 08:13 First Generation Immigrant Experience 09:21 Opportunities in the United States 10:51 Raising Money and the Importance of Revenue 20:07 Importance of Revenue and Product Market Fit 26:32 Next Steps and Goals for Headstarter 31:38 The Importance of Networking Guest: Yasin Ehsan Socials: X [@yasinbuilds] Instagram [@mellamoyasin] Facebook [@yasin.ehsan.75] LinkedIn [@yasinehsan] Website: [theheadstarter.com] About Yasin Meet Yasin Ehsan, CEO of Headstarter, known for his exceptional achievements. With ten Hackathon wins and two AWS patents, he's not just an innovator but also advocates for democratizing tech careers. Graduating from Queens College, CUNY, Yasin rose quickly at Capital One, contributing to groundbreaking projects like a customer-facing chatbot. He prioritizes people, networking, and storytelling, founding The Headstarter to guide careers and promote diversity in tech. Yasin believes in education, mentorship, and community support for innovation.