Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, during a conversation at the Chinese American Semiconductor Professional Association, shared an intriguing story about the best career advice he ever received. The advice came from an unexpected source – an elderly gardener in Kyoto, Japan.
While visiting a temple in Kyoto, known for its extensive collection of moss, Huang noticed an old man meticulously tending to the garden with a bamboo tweezer and a small basket. Intrigued by the man’s patience and dedication, Huang asked him how he managed to maintain such a large garden with such small tools. The gardener’s response was simple yet profound, “I have plenty of time.”
Huang interpreted this as a lesson in patience and dedication. He believes that success comes to those who are patient, dedicated, and willing to put in the time and effort. He advises young professionals to “dedicate yourself to learning all the time and doing the best possible work you can.”
Huang’s philosophy of not chasing success but letting it come naturally has served him well. His net worth has surged to $90 billion, thanks to Nvidia’s strong performance and growth in the AI sector. Despite his immense success, Huang remains grounded and focused on the present, choosing to go watchless to remind himself to live in the moment.
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