Do you ever feel like you don't fit in? | Yawar Mehboob | TEDxIUB

Personal Development & Self-Discovery - Early struggles in a traditional education system labeled the individual as lazy and unable to focus, highlighting the challenges faced by those who think differently [1] - Discovering a passion for drumming at 15 provided a sense of purpose and a creative outlet, leading to musical achievements and band formation [4][5] - A turning point in university revealed a different way of thinking, excelling in creative discussions rather than rote memorization [8][9] - Diagnosis of ADHD in mid-30s led to understanding and leveraging unique strengths, turning perceived flaws into superpowers [16][18] Career Trajectory & Entrepreneurship - Initial struggles in investment banking due to rigid systems and processes, leading to redundancy during the 2008 financial crisis [11][12] - Finding success in roles that required innovation and creativity, eventually leading to management consulting [13][14][15] - Founding a magazine business in the UK, achieving global recognition and consulting for popular cake-related shows [18][19] - Returning to Bangladesh and starting Orogo in 2020, a health tech company focused on providing access to genuine medicine and healthcare [20] - Orogo has grown to over 500 employees, becoming the largest health tech company in Bangladesh and the third-largest e-commerce platform [21] Key Takeaways & Philosophy - Embracing uniqueness and differences as strengths, advocating for the value of diverse minds and creative thinking [24][25][26] - Turning perceived flaws into tools and superpowers, emphasizing the importance of finding areas where one can excel [23]