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Head of Optimization for AWS Strategic Industries

Today marks 9 years cancer-free for me. As I reflected on this milestone, I felt compelled to share some insights that have most recently guided me along this unconventional journey: 1. Slow Down 2. It's Okay to Say You're Overwhelmed 3. Acknowledge Joy 4. Turn to Music When in Doubt Take a read and see how these have helped on my unconventional journey and the lessons that brought me here. And I invite you to join the conversation—share your own insights. What practices have guided you on your journey? https://lnkd.in/gtuRZSMZ

Slow Down

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Sukumar Nayak

Senior Executive Digital Transformation & Cloud Enablement (Ex: Amazon AWS, HP, Apple, Dell-Perot, TCS) / Investor, Entrepreneur, Strategic Advisor, and Coach

7mo

Alex, I have always been inspired by your leadership and passion. Kudos on continuing to help AWS customers with Cloud Optimization Strategies and Best Practices. I remember how customer executives appreciate your team's commitment to 'deliver value' and 'customer obsession'. Thank you for inviting me to join the conversation and share our experiences and insights. Here are my top 5: 1/ Know your 'why' and what makes you happy. Happiness is a state of mind. 2/ Never pass up an opportunity to speak in front of an audience. 3/ Your attention determines the experiences you have, and the experiences you have shape the life you live. 4/ Meditate: Learn to focus on one thing at a time. 5/ There are four types of wealth: Money, Status & Goodwill, Experience & Freedom, and Health. Be mindful of what you are accumulating and what you are letting go.

Amulya Sharma

Principal Technologist @ AWS | Engineering Leader | AI and Cloud

7mo

Loved it Alex . ❤️ . as you asked what other practices .. one thing to try is meditation.. it helps improve awareness, and achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm and stable state.

Jesus H. A.

Alliance Director at ProsperOps

7mo

This is one of the most beautiful post I’ve seen on LinkedIn Alex Head so many family and friends have gone through this same thing and finding inspiration in others battles show us that this is not the end but at times a new beginning. Love this 🙌.

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This is so beautifully written and so very true, thank you for reminding me to slow down, express joy and be vulnerable. I am so grateful to have been in your orbit for a time. Thank you for always being a bright shining light!

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Paul Soligon

President & Chief Revenue Officer - USAN

7mo

Alex, Love you faith and story! you should post your favorite playlists :) too. All the best and Savor every day!

Darek Gajewski

Software Engineering PhD Student

7mo

It's ok to say you're overwhelmed. Was a hard lesson for me. Thanks for reminding us.

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Vianney De Los Angeles

Sales Director at Kalibri Labs

7mo

Thanks for sharing 💗 , I would love to hear your playlist.

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Shelly Waite

Executive Assistant I Driving Excellence I Client Success

7mo

Inspired by reading this! Thank you Alex for shining a light on the internal need to decompress, finding those special moments, and reminding us to do things that bring joy and satisfaction.

Lawrence Guillory

Founder & CEO @ RealTheory | AI and Cloud Computing | Passionate about Startups, FinOps, and Innovation with Global Impact

7mo

Thanks so much for sharing this Alex, we all need to appreciate your advice. Thank you.

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Aamir Syed

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate

7mo

Very inspiring. May Allah Almighty bless you with strength, happiness and good health always .

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