Tushar Sharma went from a small Himalayan town to building a MedTech company backed by top surgeons. In this episode, he shares how he turned doubt into innovation, used feedback to grow, and made the leap from PhD to CEO.If you’re an immigrant or first-gen professional ready to turn your skills into something bigger—this story is your roadmap.👤 Guest BioTushar Sharma is the founder and CEO of Vivifi Medical, a MedTech company pioneering surgical solutions for prostate-related conditions. Originally from Mandi, India, Tushar earned his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from UT Austin and spent years working at Intel on microprocessor R&D—where his innovations saved the company over $50M annually.With more than 20 patents to his name, Tushar now builds tools that bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and clinical need. His journey is proof that your roots don’t limit you—they prepare you.🔑 Key Insights💡 You don’t need to know everything—you just need to stay curious and keep asking💡 Feedback—even when it’s harsh—is data. Use it to get better.💡 Your skills are more transferable than you think💡 Trust is built by listening first💡 The biggest ideas often start as "crazy"—until they work💡 Grit, not degrees, makes the difference💡 Being underestimated is your quiet edge💡 Mentorship isn’t about asking for time—it’s about earning trust through action💡 Immigrants bring a global lens to local problems and that’s a superpower🕒 Timestamps00:00 – From India to Innovation: Tushar’s Immigrant Journey02:30 – The Spark Behind Vivifi Medical03:50 – Learning Surgery Without Medical School06:23 – Turning Rejection Into a Breakthrough07:17 – The Grant That Changed Everything11:42 – Why Tushar Became CEO (Even When He Didn’t Want To)13:18 – Engineer to Fundraiser: Learning to Lead15:52 – The Right Way to Find a Mentor20:27 – How Vivifi is Redefining Prostate Treatment22:17 – Managing Founder Chaos with the Eisenhower Matrix💛 Charity SpotlightSpectrum Fusion— creating innovative programs and supportive communities to empower adults with autismWebsite: https://spectrumfusion.orgInstagram: https://instagram.com/spectrumfusionFacebook: https://facebook.com/spectrumfusionUSYouTube: https://youtube.com/@Spectrum_Fusion🤝 Connect With Our GuestTushar SharmaFounder & CEO, Vivifi MedicalWebsite: https://www.vivifimedical.comLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/stushar👋 Connect with Your HostGiang NguyenFounder, One River CapitalWebsite: https://onerivercapital.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/thatsalsainvestorFacebook: https://facebook.com/thatsalsainvestorFREE Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/giangnguyen/lets-connect-one-river-capitalFREE Guide: https://invest.onerivercapital.com/51863/your-ultimate-guide-to-multifamily-syndication⭐ Enjoyed this episode?💬 Send it to a friend who needs to hear this🌟 Leave a quick review — it helps more immigrants find these stories🎤 Got a story to share? Apply here: https://ig.onerivercapital.com/theimmiwealthbuilder✅ Subscribe for real stories & simple steps to build wealth, your way

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