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    Silicon Valley's' Kumail Nanjiani on Never Playing It Safe

    In its fourth season on HBO, the actor from the hit series 'Silicon Valley' talks about being okay with failure, his hatred for the phrase 'grilled to perfection' and four business ideas for founders.
    by Dan Bova May 01, 2017 5 minutes
    Silicon Valley's' Kumail Nanjiani

    Silicon Valley actor and former entrepreneur Kumail Nanjiani shares his tips on entrepreneurship, entertainment and success. Nanjiani knows a thing or two about technology and business -- before becoming a successful actor, he worked in the tech world himself. From making a major career change to risking it all, here's what you can learn from the Hollywood star. 

    The new season of Silicon Valley is airing now. How have people who work in the real Valley reacted to the show?
    They never think it’s about them. They think it’s about the people around them. They’re like, “Oh, yeah, you guys are so right -- these people are crazy.” And we’re like, “No, you’re crazy.” Which is kind of perfect. No one is offended, but everyone thinks it’s accurate.

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