Hi, My name is Irfan Hashmi. Welcome to Thought Coffee!
Thought Coffee Blog is called such because it contains my thoughts and ideas that I get in morning, particularly while I’m having breakfast. Fresh mind, fueled with coffee, munching on breakfast; it’s the best time for me to generate ideas!
Brief-ish Personal History
Born in America, shipped by cradle to Canada, then swung back down to America to my what I like to call my hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Lived in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E. through my high-school and initial college years (not the highlight of my life), back state-side to finish my degree in Dallas, Texas (my second home) and start a career as an Internal Auditor. From there I pin-balled from Texas to Ohio to New York and back to Ohio where I made the transition from Internal Auditor to Data Analyst.
*takes a breath* Phew, that’s always a lengthy road map to go through. Going through life, living in different areas of the world, and interacting with extended families and strangers from all walks of life has given me a unique perspective about the world and the people in it. I had to strike out on my own earlier than most people within my family, and I feel I grew and learned a lot on the way. I take great pride in helping my family and friends when it comes to different personal, professional, or financial scenarios. Now I want to do the same for anyone else that I can reach. I started this blog to write articles on topics that I get asked the most about, from interview tips to how to maintain a more positive outlook on life. I truly hope my articles will benefit and improve your life, and that is the measure of my success here.