A Memoir of My First Jobs
“His memoir about his early life and first jobs highlights the qualities that contributed to his success. He contemplates like a philosopher, delving into the real fundamentals and simplifying the ideologies of work and life. It’s very enlightening to read.” Tim Yang “He has an unwavering commitment to meaningful living and selfless dedication to guiding his peers and others in their career paths and personal growth.” Maggie Hsung Eventually, millennials will become the future of the U.S. workforce by launching new companies or advancing within large corporations across technology, finance, energy, healthcare, and food industries. While each step includes setbacks and triumphs, many have also arrived as first-generation immigrants in the U.S., fighting for their chance to stay, gain a quality education, reestablish their roots, and explore their careers. The newly minted graduates have encountered difficulties due to their modest beginnings and cultural differences. This narrative revolves around an outsider-insider who has achieved meaningful academic and professional goals while facing challenges head-on in Dream Beyond. We’ve come this far; we can win it together. How does an immigrant set up for greatness? Join the author as he explores career opportunities in the semiconductor industry in Taiwan and California and shares insights into life after gaining clarity about each transition.
Vincent Wen-Zheng Li is a product lead at Qualcomm. He previously worked at TSMC and co-founded Ubivice LLC with friends from the University of Cambridge and the University of California, where he studied.
Dream Beyond: A Memoir of My First Jobs chronicles the journey of a Chinese immigrant who navigates life’s transitions by striving for excellence and defining his purpose. He ultimately embraces his Asian heritage while building a career in semiconductors.