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December 9, 2014October 20, 2015 Evan Rapoport Career Advice

Converting “Dumb” Luck

How Standup Paddling Lead me to Google[x] and Facing Down a Maori Haka with the World’s Greatest Ocean Navigators Originally posted on National Geographic Voices. Just ahead of us stood dozens of large Maori who pounded their bare chests, summoning blood until their skin glowed red. The cold gray skies and brisk ocean winds made … Continue reading Converting “Dumb” Luck

May 1, 2014April 8, 2020 Evan Rapoport Career Advice

How to enjoy NOT being the smartest person in the room

How my first three years at Google have helped me embrace who I am and overcome insecurities. I’m not usually the smartest guy in the room these days. This is a good thing. It’s taken me almost three years at Google to fully embrace that. And it is a liberating realization. As a Product Manager … Continue reading How to enjoy NOT being the smartest person in the room

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I am a Senior Technology Fellow at Conservation International and previously worked at Google, X, and Oceankind. I am experienced working with innovative technology companies, high-impact organizations, visionary philanthropists, and experienced leaders to help them launch their biggest ideas.

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