Silicon Valley Girl: AI, Tech and Career Growth
The world's top CEOs and AI founders explain what's coming next and how you can get ahead. Silicon Valley Girl is a weekly AI and technology podcast from Silicon Valley hosted by female founder and angel investor Marina Mogilko, covering practical strategies for career growth, mastering AI tools, entrepreneurship and making money with AI. For startup founders, professionals and creators who want to stay ahead in the AI era.
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Yossi Matias has been inside Google Research for 20 years. He built Autocomplete, Google Trends, and Google Duplex before most people knew what a large language model was. His argument isn't that AI is coming. It's that we already passed the inflection point and most of us didn't notice because we adapted. In this conversation: 6 things changing how we work right now, why one person can now do the work of three, which skills Google actually hires for in 2026, and what the flood prediction system covering 2 billion people tells us about what's possible next.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
I spent 8 years waiting to have this conversation. Gary Vaynerchuk on whether this is actually our last chance to build wealth with AI, what he'd do if he woke up broke tomorrow, why the middle of the market is the most dangerous place to be right now, and the mindset that separates people who thrive from people who freeze. One of the most honest takes on AI, ambition, and identity I've heard.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_content=gary-vee-interviewInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
AI layoffs are everywhere — but is this really about AI, or are companies just using it as an excuse? I sat down with Saadia Zahidi, Managing Director of the World Economic Forum, who has access to data most people never see — and her answer will change how you think about your career. By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly which jobs are at risk, which skills will matter most by 2030, and what to do in the next 90 days to make sure you're on the right side of this shift.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
Bill Gurley spent 25 years watching careers get made and destroyed. He just wrote "Runnin' Down a Dream" and his take on AI is the opposite of what most people are telling you right now. He backed companies worth over $50B. The people he watched lose everything weren't the ones who took risks. They were the ones who played it safe. In this episode: how AI is changing your job, which careers disappear first, and one move you can make this week if your role is already shrinking. This is for anyone who suspects stability is no longer safe.🎧 Episode with Linked CEO Ryan Roslansky about the future of work:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5sa1EeC262QyyZow3bfwYY?si=55maoBEITMWE02O8rV78nQMore from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
AI is transforming the job market, and in this video we break down why layoffs are happening and which roles are actually at risk. You’ll learn what to do in your current job, which skills will matter most in the future, and why you need to build a strong personal brand in the AI era. We’ll also explore whether education still matters — and finish with a clear 3-step plan to make yourself irreplaceable.🎧 Episode with Linked CEO Ryan Roslansky about the future of work:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5sa1EeC262QyyZow3bfwYY?si=55maoBEITMWE02O8rV78nQMore from the Silicon Valley Girl: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
Stanford AI Expert Kian Katanforoosh tested 22,000+ people on their AI skills — 71% dangerously overestimate or underestimate their level. In this interview with Marina Mogilko, Kian breaks down what separates AI adoption from proficiency, why 95% of AI agents fail in production, which skills survive the next decade, and his 90-day plan to get ahead. Kian is CEO of Workera, Stanford lecturer, and co-founder of deeplearning.ai with Andrew Ng.📌Grab your anti AI writing guide: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/how-to-write-with-ai?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=how-to-write-with-ai&utm_content=kian-katanforoosh-interview🎧 Episode with Linked CEO Ryan Roslansky about the future of work:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5sa1EeC262QyyZow3bfwYY?si=55maoBEITMWE02O8rV78nQMore from the Silicon Valley Girl: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
Alex Mashrabov grew Higgsfield AI to $200M ARR in 9 months — faster than Slack, Zoom, or Dropbox. In this episode, he shares the exact AI startup playbook: $0 to first dollar in 30 days, $1M ARR in 90. In this episode he shares the exact playbook: how to go from $0 to your first dollar by day 30, and $1M ARR by day 90. This conversation is for anyone who wants to start something but keeps thinking it's too late.We cover:What he'd do if he had to start from zero todayThe ideal AI founding team (and why you only need 2 people)How Higgsfield found product-market fitWhy they ship product releases 6 days a weekFunding strategy for AI startupsHow small teams build big companies in the age of AI🎧 More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
Reid Hoffman co-founded LinkedIn, was an early investor in OpenAI, and has backed more AI companies than most people can name. In this episode he says we're only 5% into the AI revolution — and explains exactly what the next 95% means for your career, your business, and your income.Topics covered:Why we're only 5% into the AI boom — and what's actually comingAI basics every non-technical person needs to know right nowRole-based prompting: the technique that changes how you think with AIThe fastest way to double your income in 2026 (with a 9-to-5)The $300B SaaS crash: why AI is breaking the software business modelWill we lose jobs to AI in 2 years? The honest answerWhy small businesses might actually beat big companies in the AI eraWhat markets will explode in the AI eraOne thing to do before February 2027 to not fall behind📌 Follow newsletter and grab FREE 300+ post ideas to stand out on Linkedin: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/reid-hoffman-300post-ideas🎧 More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Ryan Roslansky, CEO of LinkedIn and Executive Vice President at Microsoft. Ryan has access to the world's definitive labor market data—and what it shows about AI and jobs isn't what you're hearing in the headlines.Topics covered:Why 50% of college graduates are unemployed/underemployed (and what's actually broken)The 1.3 million new AI jobs most people don't know existThe 3 hottest jobs for the next 5 years: Data Annotator, Data Center roles, Forward Deployed EngineerThe 5 C's framework: Curiosity, Courage, Creativity, Compassion, CommunicationWhy skills will change 70% by 2030 and what to do about it now📌 Follow newsletter and grab FREE 300+ post ideas to stand out on Linkedin https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/300-post-ideas-for-linkedinMore from the Silicon Valley Girl: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Yoshua Bengio, one of the godfathers of AI and winner of the Turing Award. As a pioneer who helped create the deep learning systems that power today's AI revolution, Yoshua now dedicates his work to understanding—and preventing—the catastrophic risks AI could pose to humanity.Yoshua explains why we have roughly 5 years before AI reaches human-level capabilities, what "AI misalignment" actually means, and why machines are already learning goals we never intended them to have. He shares the simulation where AI blackmailed an engineer to avoid being shut down, breaks down why most jobs could be automated within a decade, and offers concrete advice on how to prepare.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Conor Grennan, Chief AI Architect at NYU Stern School of Business and founder of AI Mindset.Conor works with Fortune 500 companies and teaches thousands of business leaders how to actually work with AI—not just use it like Google. His core insight: most people aren't behind on AI because of tools, they're behind because of behavior.They break down why using AI like a search engine wastes most of its potential, how to transfer your AI memory across platforms in minutes (ChatGPT → Claude → Gemini), and what really makes candidates stand out as entry-level roles rapidly change. Conor also shares the exact frameworks he teaches at NYU for reinventing work processes with AI—and why becoming an "entrepreneur inside your organization" is the best career move you can make right now.Topics covered:Why 99% of people use AI wrong (and how to fix it)The exact query to transfer your ChatGPT memory to Claude or GeminiHow to stand out in job interviews when AI eliminates 30% of entry-level rolesWhy you should reinvent your team's process, not just your own workThe difference between "power users" and people who just ask AI questionsWhy the best time to be an entrepreneur is right nowHow to use AI without losing critical thinking skillsWhat universities will look like in 10 years (they're not going away)More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Arsen Tomsky, founder and CEO of inDrive - a $1B+ ride-sharing platform with 60 million active users that he built from Yakutsk, one of the coldest cities on Earth.Arsen shares his wild journey from a stuttering software engineer to global entrepreneur, revealing how he turned a taxi price protest on social media into a billion-dollar company that's taking on monopolies worldwide. He breaks down how to scale a global business on a shoestring budget, why childhood struggles can become your superpower, and the philosophy that completely transformed his life and company.They also get into what it's like competing against tech giants like Uber, how to fly under the radar while growing fast, and why mission-driven companies are going to dominate in the AI era.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Yamini Rangan, CEO of HubSpot—a $30 billion company powering millions of businesses worldwide.Yamini shares her journey from arriving in the U.S. with $200 to leading one of the most powerful tech companies in the world. She breaks down the 3 skills companies are hiring for in the AI era, why past success can block future growth, and the "5 Whys" framework that helped her become CEO and lead HubSpot through COVID and a founder transition.We also dive into navigating career uncertainty, knowing when to reset your career, and making decisions under pressure.Topics covered:The 3 skills that matter in the AI eraThe "5 Whys" decision-making frameworkHow to know when it's time for a career resetNavigating career switches and uncertaintyLeading through crisis and unexpected changeWhy your past might be limiting your futureMore from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Oscar Höglund, CEO and co-founder of Epidemic Sound, the $1.4B music platform powering more than 3 billion daily views worldwide.Oscar shares the frameworks behind scaling a global company, including how to truly understand value chains, why AI should be used to democratize professional tools, and why the “Three Whys” analysis matters more than rushing into AI products. He also breaks down what founders often get wrong when building with AI and how to think long term while scaling fast.More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
Young Zhao is the CEO of OpusClip, one of the fastest-growing AI tools with 50M users and a $215M valuation.In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko talks with Young about how he built a profitable AI startup after multiple failed attempts. They break down a realistic 2026 playbook for founders — how to find a problem worth solving, when to pivot, how to get your first users, and how to think about pricing and unit economics early.A practical conversation for founders, solopreneurs, and anyone serious about building an AI startup that actually makes money.
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Mel Robbins — bestselling author ("Let Them," "The 5 Second Rule"), entrepreneur, and host of The Mel Robbins Podcast, one of the top podcasts in the world (recently nominated for a Golden Globe).Mel breaks down why anxiety happens, how to separate yourself from the alarm going off in your body, and why that restless feeling might actually be telling you something important about your life. She shares her journey from $800K in debt to building a media empire, and explains why your timeline doesn't have to match anyone else's.We also dive into dealing with FOMO, managing mom guilt, knowing when to say no, and why jealousy is just blocked ambition. Plus, Mel introduces her new protein company, Pure Genius, and explains why protein isn't just for the gym—it's for focus, energy, and life.Topics covered:How to stop nighttime anxiety and racing thoughtsWhy "I have anxiety" vs "I feel anxious" mattersThe friction exercise to figure out what you actually wantHow to use jealousy as a roadmap for your goalsSetting boundaries and protecting your time as an entrepreneurCheck out Mel Robbins' bestselling book "The Let Them Theory" here: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/More from the Silicon Valley Girl: Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilko
The future of driving is closer than you think. I sat down with Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, who’s behind the latest breakthroughs in autonomous cars — including the new “eyes-off” system that lets you stop watching the road. I saw how AI will soon plan your routes, learn your habits, and even take your car to service on its own. This is the technology that will completely change how we move, work, and live.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft AI and co-founder of DeepMind, to explore how AI is reshaping the future of work, education, and everyday life.Mustafa has spent the last decade building the systems that sparked the modern AI revolution. Today, he’s leading Microsoft AI and shaping how billions of people will interact with intelligent agents in the coming years. From the race toward AGI to the rise of AI assistants that remember everything, Mustafa offers a rare inside look at where the next decade is heading.He shares why routine work is disappearing, what jobs will matter most, whether children will even need college, and how superintelligent systems could change the rhythm of a normal day. This conversation is a clear, grounded roadmap to the future — and to the skills we’ll all need to stay ahead.🔗 Follow Mustafa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mustafasuleymanaiLinks: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Dr. Priscilla Chan, co-founder and co-CEO of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, to explore how AI is reshaping the future of medicine.Together with Mark Zuckerberg, they’ve committed 99% of their wealth to building Biohubs and developing the world’s first virtual cell models — AI systems that can simulate life at the cellular level. This breakthrough technology could accelerate drug discovery, reduce clinical trial risks, and make personalized medicine a reality.Priscilla shares the moment in the clinic that changed her view of medicine forever, what it means to combine frontier science with frontier AI, and how she’s helping shift healthcare from treatment to prevention.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
What makes AI recommend one business - and ignore another? In this interview, Robby Stein, VP of Product for Google Search, breaks down how AI now decides what gets discovered, ranked, and recommended - and what founders, creators, and marketers can do to stay visible in the new era of search. Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this interview, Daniel Priestley, UK Entrepreneur of the Year and founder of multiple multi-million dollar businesses, shares his no-nonsense take on the future of work in the AI age. He breaks down why AI will likely wipe out wages in the next 5 years, replacing repetitive jobs that can be automated. Daniel reveals how entrepreneurs can leverage AI to stay ahead, protect their careers, and thrive in an era where jobs are disappearing. From building AI-driven businesses to adapting to a new economy, he shares the strategies you need to succeed while others get left behind.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this interview, Mati Staniszewski, CEO & co-founder of @ElevenLabs, unpacks the future of voice AI—from real sales/support voice agents that speak any language in your voice, to a voice marketplace already paying creators millions, to the safeguards we’ll need as agents start calling… other agents. We dig into practical playbooks, real costs, the tools to use, and where the next $10k-a-month opportunities are hiding for solo entrepreneurs and SMBs.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl with Marina Mogilko features an interview with Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming careers, education, and decision-making, while shifting power from corporations to individuals.Founded in 2022, Perplexity has grown at remarkable speed - by 2025, the company reached a valuation of $20 billion, underscoring its role as one of the most influential players in the AI landscape.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode of Silicon Valley Girl, Marina Mogilko sits down with Mike Krieger, co-founder of Instagram and CPO at Anthropic, to discuss how artificial intelligence is reshaping entrepreneurship and work itself.Mike's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyk/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikekrieger/Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
What will happen to jobs in the age of AI? Jesse Zhang, co-founder of $1.5B startup Decagon, joins me to talk about how AI agents are changing the future of work. We dive into which roles are disappearing, which new ones are being created, and the skills you need to stay competitive. Jesse also shares his journey of building one of the fastest-growing AI companies in Silicon Valley, advice for new founders, and what the next generation of entrepreneurs should know about starting in AI.
Amjad Masad, the founder and CEO of Replit, sits down with Marina Mogilko to discuss how AI is revolutionizing the future of business and how solopreneurs can now build a $1B company in just a few years.If you’ve ever wondered how to launch your own AI-powered business, what vibe coding really means, or how AI is changing the rules of entrepreneurship, this episode is for you!Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this video, Alex Divinsky @TickerSymbolYOU is living off his investments — and in this interview, he reveals how to live entirely off an AI-driven investing strategy.The AI boom: are we in a bubble or not?His bold portfolioHow to spot winners before Wall Street doesThe psychology of investing (why behavior = 90% of your returns)His advice for average investors who don’t want to spend 40 hours a week on researchIf you’ve ever wondered how to survive market swings, avoid panic-selling, and actually enjoy investing, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective.Alex on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TickerSymbolYOUDISCLAIMER:This content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
Thomas Wolf, co-founder of Hugging Face, the leading platform for open-source machine learning models, datasets, and applications, joins us to talk about the future of open-source AI, how non-coders can build powerful apps, what it really means to “own” your AI-generated content, and how robotics and LLMs are reshaping our world—from startups to our kids’ education.We also dive into the future of jobs, open-source trust, vibe coding, and whether your next AI assistant will be a talking duck.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
She started with YouTube workouts for 40 people — and ended up building two multi-million dollar apparel brands. In this honest, behind-the-scenes conversation, Cassey Ho (Blogilates) talks about content, community, AI theft, burnout, growth, and what it really takes to build something real in 2025.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode, Marina Mogilko interviews Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub — the world’s largest platform for developers. He shares why now is the most exciting time to be a developer, how AI is reshaping developers work, how “vibe coding” changes everything, and what skills actually matter in the AI-powered future of work.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this powerful interview, we sit down with a world-renowned coach and entrepreneur Marie Forleo who walked away from Wall Street, turned down Vogue, and built a global business by following one simple rule: if it’s not a full-body yes — it’s a no.We talk about burnout, fear of irrelevance, financial anxiety, choosing freedom over prestige, and why success without alignment just isn’t worth it. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your own ambition, this one will hit home.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this deep-dive conversation with Ankur Jain, founder of a $3.1B startup Bilt, we explore the untold truth behind building a company, solving real-world problems like housing, and how he’s hacking credit systems to help people save money and live better. Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
In this episode, we talk to Gaurav Munjal and Roman Saini, the founders of Unacademy — a $3B edtech giant that started as a simple YouTube channel. They share how they scaled to 100+ channels, built an AI-powered English learning app disrupting the industry, and grew without spending on ads. We dive into the highs and lows: layoffs, panic attacks, going public, and what it really takes to build a billion-dollar startup in the age of AI.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
For over two decades, Coco Rocha has defied fashion industry expectations, balancing her supermodel career with motherhood while working with top brands like Chanel and Vogue. Despite facing setbacks, including contract losses due to pregnancy and backlash over her TikTok presence, she became a key advocate for labor laws protecting underage models. As an entrepreneur, she founded the Coco Rocha Model Camp and co-owns Nomad Management, where she mentors and shapes the next generation of talent. Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
Blake Scholl is the founder and CEO of Boom Supersonic, the company revolutionising air travel with supersonic jets. Blake openly shares the mindset shifts that helped him overcome rejection and industry skepticism, transitioning from a software engineer at Amazon to leading an aerospace company valued at more than $1 billion. Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
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Unlock the incredible story of Jenny Lei, founder of Freja New York ― a vegan leather handbag brand that has taken the fashion world by storm. After arriving in the U.S. without a passport, Jenny was driven to build her own business as the only way to stay in America. What began in 2020 with just 300 bags has grown into a multimillion-dollar company's. Today, her bags are adored by top influencers like Hailey Bieber, Matilda Djerf, and Katie Holmes. Tune in for a conversation that will change the way you see setbacks-and success.Links: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.comCompanies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
Reid Hoffman is a Silicon Valley legend — co-founder of LinkedIn, one of the world’s most influential investors, and an early believer in Facebook and Airbnb.In this episode, we talk about:– The skills that will matter most in the coming years– What to learn to stay relevant in 5, 10, and 15 years– Promising niches for future entrepreneurs– And why AI isn’t a threat — it’s an opportunityLinks: Follow my Newsletter: https://siliconvalleygirl.beehiiv.com/Companies & Products: https://Marinamogilko.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/siliconvalleygirl/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SiliconValleyGirlLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marinamogilkoX: https://x.com/siliconvalleymm
Meet Samir Vasavada, a young billionaire who left school early and built a $1 billion AI company by the age of 24. He discusses the changing credibility of college and believes that universities and degrees are officially outdated.In this episode, Samir talks about how he trusted his vision early on, bet everything on artificial intelligence (AI), and grew Vise into a company that's transforming wealth management.He discusses starting from scratch, the future of investing with AI, and what it takes to hire and lead in today's world. He also reveals how to unlock your unique superpower.If you’re figuring out your own path without a traditional college degree, this episode is for you!
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