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My name is Juan Pablo, but I prefer to be called Juan. At 23, I have sailed through life driven by the conviction that changing the world is an art that goes beyond science.
As a proud Colombian, my roots are deeply anchored in the rich diversity and beauty of my country, from the vibrant coasts of Cartagena to the serene majesty of Guatavita.
My journey is marked by the search for innovation and genuine connection, leading initiatives like KingDome and Glamper that seek not only to redefine our relationship with nature but also how we connect with each other and ourselves through art and technology.
Here, I want to share not only my story but also invite you to explore the diverse sources of inspiration that have guided my path: from books and videos to articles and movies that have challenged my thinking and broadened my horizon. These gems have been essential in my personal and professional development, and I hope they can be for you too.
Let's discover how art, technology, and nature converge to create transformative experiences. I invite you to join this journey of discovery and exploration.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. Your interest and support mean the world to me, and I'm excited to share this journey with you.
Books that inspired me
Hacerse rico es fácil (y muy jodido) by Juan Pablo Zuluaga
Hacerse rico es fácil (y muy jodido) or Getting Rich is Easy (and Very Hard), written by Juan Pablo Zuluaga, practically and accessibly...
From Zero to One by Peter Thiel
"Every moment in business happens only once. The next Bill Gates will not build an operating system...."
Videos that inspired me
How to be a creative thinker | Carnegie Mellon University Po-Shen Loh
Have you ever wondered whether you lack creativity? Po-Shen Loh, a social entrepreneur, illuminates issues within the education system while instructing tens of thousands of diverse students. Serving as a U.S. Math Olympiad coach and professor at Carnegie Mellon University, he endeavors to tackle these problems. He has developed a captivating educational system, reminiscent of Twitch game streaming. Explore the significant challenges and their solutions in the video.
Robert Waldinger: What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness | TED
What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life? If you think it's fame and money, you're not alone – but, according to psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, you're mistaken. As the director of 75-year-old study on adult development, Waldinger has unprecedented access to data on true happiness and satisfaction. In this talk, he shares three important lessons learned from the study as well as some practical, old-as-the-hills wisdom on how to build a fulfilling, long life.
How to Achieve Your Most Ambitious Goals | Stephen Duneier | TEDxTucson
How you define Stephen Duneier depends on how you came to know him. Some define him as an expert institutional investor, while others know him as a large scale installation artist, avid outdoorsman, professor, decision strategist, coach, business leader, mindfulness extremist, author, speaker, daredevil or Guinness world record holder.
In his talk, Stephen explains that what truly defines him aren't titles, but an approach to decision making that transformed him from someone who struggled with simple tasks to a guy who is continuously achieving even his most ambitious dreams.
For thirty years, he has applied cognitive science to investing, business and life. The result has been the turnaround of numerous institutional businesses, career best returns for managers who have adopted his methods, the development of a $1.25 billion dollar hedge fund and a rapidly shrinking bucket list.
Mr. Duneier teaches graduate courses on Decision Analysis in UCSB’s College of Engineering. His book, AlphaBrain is due for release in early 2017 from Wiley & Sons.
Through Bija Advisors, he helps business leaders improve performance by applying proven, proprietary decision-making methods to their own processes.
His artwork has been featured around the world and is represented by the Sullivan Goss Gallery. As Commissioner of the League of Professional Educators, Duneier is using cognitive science to alter the landscape of American education. He is the former Head of Currency Option Trading at Bank of America and Emerging Markets at AIG International.
In his talk, Stephen explains that what truly defines him aren't titles, but an approach to decision making that transformed him from someone who struggled with simple tasks to a guy who is continuously achieving even his most ambitious dreams.
For thirty years, he has applied cognitive science to investing, business and life. The result has been the turnaround of numerous institutional businesses, career best returns for managers who have adopted his methods, the development of a $1.25 billion dollar hedge fund and a rapidly shrinking bucket list.
Mr. Duneier teaches graduate courses on Decision Analysis in UCSB’s College of Engineering. His book, AlphaBrain is due for release in early 2017 from Wiley & Sons.
Through Bija Advisors, he helps business leaders improve performance by applying proven, proprietary decision-making methods to their own processes.
His artwork has been featured around the world and is represented by the Sullivan Goss Gallery. As Commissioner of the League of Professional Educators, Duneier is using cognitive science to alter the landscape of American education. He is the former Head of Currency Option Trading at Bank of America and Emerging Markets at AIG International.
Tim Urban: Inside the mind of a master procrastinator | TED
Tim Urban knows that procrastination doesn't make sense, but he's never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done.
In this hilarious and insightful talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges, Wikipedia rabbit holes and bouts of staring out the window -- and encourages us to think harder about what we're really procrastinating on, before we run out of time.
In this hilarious and insightful talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges, Wikipedia rabbit holes and bouts of staring out the window -- and encourages us to think harder about what we're really procrastinating on, before we run out of time.
Your body language may shape who you are | Amy Cuddy | TED
Body language influences how others see us, but it can also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how "power postures" - showing an attitude of security, still feeling insecure - can alter brain levels of testosterone and cortisol, and even improve our chances of success.
How Big is The Universe?
We begin at the familiar blue and green orb we call home and zoom out to explore the vastness of space.
From the Moon, our closest cosmic neighbor, to the edges of the observable universe, prepare to be astonished by the sheer scale of everything that exists.
Travel with us as we venture past the Moon, understanding its distance in terms we can grasp.
Witness the Sun, not just as a source of light, but as a milestone in the vastness of our solar system.
We don't stop there; Mars, Neptune, and the outer reaches of our solar neighborhood await.
Discover the awe-inspiring distances to the Voyager 1 probe, the enigmatic Oort Cloud, and the neighboring star system of Alpha Centauri.
As we sail through the Milky Way, understand our position in the grand scheme of things, where our entire history is just a whisper in the cosmic wind.
Our voyage takes us further, to the Local Group, Virgo Supercluster, and the staggering Laniakea Supercluster.
We contemplate the Great Attractor's pull and our place in this immense heaven.
Confront the boundaries of the observable universe and ponder the mystery of what lies beyond.
This video is not just a journey through space but a journey of perspective. Join us in marveling at the universe's grandeur and our humble place within it.
From the Moon, our closest cosmic neighbor, to the edges of the observable universe, prepare to be astonished by the sheer scale of everything that exists.
Travel with us as we venture past the Moon, understanding its distance in terms we can grasp.
Witness the Sun, not just as a source of light, but as a milestone in the vastness of our solar system.
We don't stop there; Mars, Neptune, and the outer reaches of our solar neighborhood await.
Discover the awe-inspiring distances to the Voyager 1 probe, the enigmatic Oort Cloud, and the neighboring star system of Alpha Centauri.
As we sail through the Milky Way, understand our position in the grand scheme of things, where our entire history is just a whisper in the cosmic wind.
Our voyage takes us further, to the Local Group, Virgo Supercluster, and the staggering Laniakea Supercluster.
We contemplate the Great Attractor's pull and our place in this immense heaven.
Confront the boundaries of the observable universe and ponder the mystery of what lies beyond.
This video is not just a journey through space but a journey of perspective. Join us in marveling at the universe's grandeur and our humble place within it.
The Most Misunderstood Concept in Physics
One of the most important, yet least understood, concepts in all of physics.
I went to space and discovered an enormous lie | Ron Garan
What astronaut Ron Garan saw in space changed his life forever – here’s what it taught him.
A curious phenomenon often occurs when astronauts travel to space and look out on our planet for the first time: They see how interconnected and fragile life on Earth is, and they feel a sudden responsibility to protect it.
Astronaut @RonGaran experienced this so-called “overview effect” when he first saw Earth from space. When he looked out on the planet, he saw an iridescent biosphere teeming with life, all protected by a remarkably thin atmosphere.
What he did not see was the thing that society often gives top priority: the economy. For Garan, seeing Earth from space revealed problems like global warming, deforestation, and biodiversity loss are not disconnected.
They are the symptoms of an underlying flaw in how we perceive ourselves as humans: We fail to realize that we are a planetary species.
A curious phenomenon often occurs when astronauts travel to space and look out on our planet for the first time: They see how interconnected and fragile life on Earth is, and they feel a sudden responsibility to protect it.
Astronaut @RonGaran experienced this so-called “overview effect” when he first saw Earth from space. When he looked out on the planet, he saw an iridescent biosphere teeming with life, all protected by a remarkably thin atmosphere.
What he did not see was the thing that society often gives top priority: the economy. For Garan, seeing Earth from space revealed problems like global warming, deforestation, and biodiversity loss are not disconnected.
They are the symptoms of an underlying flaw in how we perceive ourselves as humans: We fail to realize that we are a planetary species.
IMANU - A Taste of Hope (Hallowvale) (Official Music Video)
Why It Inspires: Beyond its technical marvel, this video stands out for its unique style, which could be described as a dynamic photo animation synchronized with music. The effect is a rich, layered narrative that allows viewers to plunge into a state of deep reflection, exploring the essence of hope and the urban landscape’s beauty.
Articles that inspired me
Navigating the Digital Transformation in Travel - Insights by Alex Dichter (McKinsey)
The digital evolution has dramatically transformed how we approach travel, from planning to booking. A recent discussion by McKinsey at...
Movies that inspired me
Interstellar
Directed by Christopher Nolan
A masterful journey across the cosmos, "Interstellar" dives deep into themes of love, sacrifice, and humanity's relentless quest for survival. Nolan pairs stunning visuals with a narrative that challenges our understanding of time, space, and our place within it all.
Why Watch: It's a compelling blend of science fiction and profound human emotion, offering a memorable exploration of our potential to transcend limitations.
Where to Watch in Colombia: Available for streaming on MAX and for rent or purchase on Google Play Movies or Apple TV.
A masterful journey across the cosmos, "Interstellar" dives deep into themes of love, sacrifice, and humanity's relentless quest for survival. Nolan pairs stunning visuals with a narrative that challenges our understanding of time, space, and our place within it all.
Why Watch: It's a compelling blend of science fiction and profound human emotion, offering a memorable exploration of our potential to transcend limitations.
Where to Watch in Colombia: Available for streaming on MAX and for rent or purchase on Google Play Movies or Apple TV.
Free courses to explore
Introduction to Large Language Models
This is an introductory level micro-learning course that explores what large language models (LLM) are, the use cases where they can be utilized, and how you can use prompt tuning to enhance LLM performance.
It also covers Google tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
It also covers Google tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
Introduction to Generative AI
This is an introductory level microlearning course aimed at explaining what Generative AI is, how it is used, and how it differs from traditional machine learning methods.
It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
It also covers Google Tools to help you develop your own Gen AI apps.
Introduction to Responsible AI
This is an introductory-level microlearning course aimed at explaining what responsible AI is, why it's important, and how Google implements responsible AI in their products.
It also introduces Google's 7 AI principles.
It also introduces Google's 7 AI principles.
Introduction to Image Generation
This course introduces diffusion models, a family of machine learning models that recently showed promise in the image generation space.
Diffusion models draw inspiration from physics, specifically thermodynamics.
Within the last few years, diffusion models became popular in both research and industry.
Diffusion models underpin many state-of-the-art image generation models and tools on Google Cloud.
This course introduces you to the theory behind diffusion models and how to train and deploy them on Vertex AI.
Diffusion models draw inspiration from physics, specifically thermodynamics.
Within the last few years, diffusion models became popular in both research and industry.
Diffusion models underpin many state-of-the-art image generation models and tools on Google Cloud.
This course introduces you to the theory behind diffusion models and how to train and deploy them on Vertex AI.
HarvardX: Technology Entrepreneurship: Lab to Market
In this introductory course, developed in collaboration with the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard and the University of California San Diego, you’ll explore how entrepreneurs match promising technology with customer needs to launch successful new businesses.
Using real-world examples, you’ll apply critical thinking to commercialize technologies, and you’ll learn about the venture creation process from founders, funders, and industry experts.
Using real-world examples, you’ll apply critical thinking to commercialize technologies, and you’ll learn about the venture creation process from founders, funders, and industry experts.
HarvardX: CS50's Introduction to Artificial Intelligence with Python
This course explores the concepts and algorithms at the foundation of modern artificial intelligence, diving into the ideas that give rise to technologies like game-playing engines, handwriting recognition, and machine translation.
Through hands-on projects, students gain exposure to the theory behind graph search algorithms, classification, optimization, machine learning, large language models, and other topics in artificial intelligence as they incorporate them into their own Python programs.
By course’s end, students emerge with experience in libraries for machine learning as well as knowledge of artificial intelligence principles that enable them to design intelligent systems of their own.
Through hands-on projects, students gain exposure to the theory behind graph search algorithms, classification, optimization, machine learning, large language models, and other topics in artificial intelligence as they incorporate them into their own Python programs.
By course’s end, students emerge with experience in libraries for machine learning as well as knowledge of artificial intelligence principles that enable them to design intelligent systems of their own.
HarvardX: Building Personal Resilience: Managing Anxiety and Mental Health
Have you ever wondered how you might be able to lead a more fulfilling and resilient life? Perhaps you want to feel at ease more often than you feel stressed, but you don’t know how? Maybe you find yourself in a place where it’s difficult to consider another perspective or find a solution to a problem you’re having?
If you’ve ever felt stressed, burned out, anxious or sad, you’re not alone. These moments are challenging and make it difficult to find a way forward.
However, you can use science-backed tools to help manage these experiences and the emotions that come along with them.
Regardless of any personal or professional obstacles you are facing, Building Personal Resilience: Managing Anxiety and Mental Health will help you use applied psychology and five proven skills to transform your feelings of stress, anxiety, and burn out into mental strength.
If you’ve ever felt stressed, burned out, anxious or sad, you’re not alone. These moments are challenging and make it difficult to find a way forward.
However, you can use science-backed tools to help manage these experiences and the emotions that come along with them.
Regardless of any personal or professional obstacles you are facing, Building Personal Resilience: Managing Anxiety and Mental Health will help you use applied psychology and five proven skills to transform your feelings of stress, anxiety, and burn out into mental strength.
MITx: Becoming an Entrepreneur
Curious about entrepreneurship, but not sure where to start? Becoming an Entrepreneur is designed in partnership with MIT to guide people of all ages and backgrounds through the process of founding a company.
With enrollment in the hundreds of thousands, this course is as engaging and accessible as it is informative.
Becoming an Entrepreneur will provide you with inspiration to explore an entrepreneurial path and tools to overcome the initial challenges of building a business.
With enrollment in the hundreds of thousands, this course is as engaging and accessible as it is informative.
Becoming an Entrepreneur will provide you with inspiration to explore an entrepreneurial path and tools to overcome the initial challenges of building a business.
BerkeleyX: Entrepreneurship For All (Part I): The UC Berkeley Startup Guide for students by Silicon Valley Insiders
This is the Silicon Valley insiders’ guide to entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurs & investors from YouTube, Khan Academy, Rotten Tomatoes, Chegg, Andreessen Horowitz, Bain Capital, etc., join the lecturers to share concepts and experiences along the startup lifecycle.
Entrepreneurs & investors from YouTube, Khan Academy, Rotten Tomatoes, Chegg, Andreessen Horowitz, Bain Capital, etc., join the lecturers to share concepts and experiences along the startup lifecycle.
BerkeleyX: Mindfulness and Resilience to Stress at Work
Stress, anxiety, and burnout are rampant across workplaces today: 80 percent of workers feel stress on the job, and nearly half say they need help learning how to manage it.
While many organizations may assume that intense stress is unavoidable, even admirable, research suggests that too much stress is toxic to our health and performance, leading to burnout and harming the culture of organizations as a whole.
This course offers research-based strategies for building resilience to stress and fortifying our well-being in the face of challenges.
It explains the biological and psychological impact of stress, helps you distinguish between harmful and helpful forms of stress at work, and provides strategies for handling stress in healthy and productive ways.
While many organizations may assume that intense stress is unavoidable, even admirable, research suggests that too much stress is toxic to our health and performance, leading to burnout and harming the culture of organizations as a whole.
This course offers research-based strategies for building resilience to stress and fortifying our well-being in the face of challenges.
It explains the biological and psychological impact of stress, helps you distinguish between harmful and helpful forms of stress at work, and provides strategies for handling stress in healthy and productive ways.
HarvardX: Managing Happiness
Managing Happiness encourages you to explore the science of happiness, allowing you to find your truest self.
Through cutting-edge survey tools, the best research, and trends in social science, positive psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, learners unlock the strategies to create a more purposeful life, full of long-lasting enjoyment and satisfaction.
Through cutting-edge survey tools, the best research, and trends in social science, positive psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy, learners unlock the strategies to create a more purposeful life, full of long-lasting enjoyment and satisfaction.
Wharton: Business Strategy from Wharton: Competitive Advantage
Maintaining a competitive advantage takes more than great timing or a single solution.
Sustainable advantage requires a well-designed and well-executed strategy.
This course was created to give you the tools and frameworks you need to develop and execute a successful strategy.
You’ll learn how to evaluate your own strategy, as well as how to locate sources of potential competitive advantage from a perspective that encompasses the internal, external, and dynamic fit of your strategy.
You’ll also learn how to enhance your ability to assess the strategic impact of the moves of your competitors and how to maintain competitive advantage, understand the general drivers that create and sustain competitive advantage, and how to identify organizational barriers to change.
Sustainable advantage requires a well-designed and well-executed strategy.
This course was created to give you the tools and frameworks you need to develop and execute a successful strategy.
You’ll learn how to evaluate your own strategy, as well as how to locate sources of potential competitive advantage from a perspective that encompasses the internal, external, and dynamic fit of your strategy.
You’ll also learn how to enhance your ability to assess the strategic impact of the moves of your competitors and how to maintain competitive advantage, understand the general drivers that create and sustain competitive advantage, and how to identify organizational barriers to change.
StanfordOnline: Designing Your Career
Welcome to the Designing Your Career module. Whether you’re exploring what you might want to do next or you’ve already identified a role or organization that you would like to be a part of, this short module is structured to help you take practical steps toward designing your career.
It uses a design thinking approach to help people of any age and academic background develop a constructive and effective approach to designing their vocation. This course is primarily comprised of 5 career-oriented vocational wayfinding concepts, illustrated through videos and expanded through personal reflections and exercises.
It uses a design thinking approach to help people of any age and academic background develop a constructive and effective approach to designing their vocation. This course is primarily comprised of 5 career-oriented vocational wayfinding concepts, illustrated through videos and expanded through personal reflections and exercises.
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