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"Unbreakable in spirit, unstoppable by nature, unemployable by choice, Alysia Silberg has triumphed over trauma to blaze new trails in Silicon Valley. This is her powerful and inspiring story."" It all started with a pair of pretty pink roller skates. I was just a little girl, living in Johannesburg, South Africa, my heart set on them. But I knew my parents couldn't afford them. So I formulated a plan. I started my first ""small business,"" selling old suits on the street until I'd made enough dough for the purchase. The start of my life as an entrepreneur. A life that would rescue me from years of childhood trauma-from abuse, and turmoil, and even a gunshot wound-and eventually bring me all the way around the world, to Silicon Valley. This is my story. A story of pain, and perseverance. Of love and romance. Of the ""American Dream"" we all gravitate towards like the green light in Great Gatsby. A story I want to share so that I can inspire you to change your life for the better. To guide you on your own extraordinary journey to personal and financial growth. So put on your roller skates and get ready-you're in for the ride of your life! Praise for Unemployable ""The shortest distance between two people is a great story. This one is incredible. Alysia Silberg has written a blueprint for life. You will embrace this book like a friend you won't want to leave."" Bob Dotson, Award Winning New York Times Best Selling Author of ""American Story, a Lifetime Search for Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things."" ""A magnificent woman, a magnificent journey, a story magnificently shared - illuminating, invigorating, inspirational."" Amy Trask, American sports analyst and former CEO of the Oakland Raiders ""A lovely read that is magically a memoir, self-help, and career guidance book all in one. Alysia shares an entirely fresh perspective on finding purpose, passion, and success in life while seamlessly integrated practical tips for entrepreneurs. This is a must read for anyone looking for more sparkle in their career and life journey."" Lauren Friedman Stat, Public Board Director, Entrepreneur ""Exceptional! Her impressive achievements, filtered through the occasional imposter syndrome, show us that we too can 'make a dent in the universe.'"" Shirley Cress Dudley Best selling author of Blended Family Advice ""Once I started, I could not stop. The pages seemed to flip themselves. I was enthralled by Alysia's story as it unfolded. Hidden in plain sight are the lessons we all need to learn to be successful. What could we do if we were just as persistent and willing to learn what skills we have within? This book should be on your nightstand, but don't plan to sleep too soon."" Tony Bodoh #1 Best Selling Author"

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"Tim Draper, venture capital investor and founder of Draper Fisher Jurvetson (DFJ): ""Alysia has proved herself to be unshakable in the pursuit of her dreams. This unputdownable book is the proof!"" Bob Dotson, New York Times Best Selling author and Emmy Award-winning journalist: ""A blueprint for life. Alysia Silberg's incredible story will captivate and inspire you. Embrace this book like a friend you won't want to leave."" Lauren Friedman Stat, Public Board Director and Former Managing Director Accenture: ""A must-read for anyone looking for more sparkle in their career and life journey."" Chris Bell III, CEO and Forbes Coaches Council Member: ""An uncommon inspirational path of self-discovery to financial wealth, transforming heart-breaking loss and desperation into real-world pragmatic advice."" Jeff Goldman, Emmy Award winning retired CBS News White House Producer ""Alysia's story is one of true grit, determination, and perseverance. I have watched her achieve her goals over many years. I was struck by her presence from the moment we first me in her native South Africa. She has set her goals high and never relented facing hiccups along the way. She never gave up. Her story is an inspiration to so many entrepreneurs who defy the naysayers in life. Alysia sets us all on the right course in life!"" Mohamed El Dahshan, United Nations Senior Economic Advisor: ""Disarmingly candid and brutally honest... Unemployable is a boundlessly enjoyable read."" Greg Sherwin, Global Faculty, Singularity University: ""Inspires emerging business leaders to turn their challenges and 'outsider' differences into sources of strength."""

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"Alysia Silberg was born to blaze trails. As the daughter of a Hollywood makeup artist who worked with screen legends like Marilyn Monroe, Natalie Wood, and Marlon Brando, she grew up with a dream of making her own mark in a world far away. A math and science prodigy, she nurtured her entrepreneurial instincts while still in grade school, starting her first business, an import-export agency, at age 11. Today, Alysia is a leading venture capitalist in Silicon Valley, where she mentors tech startups and helps them go public. She is CEO & General Partner of the investment firm Street Global. ​As a thought-and-knowledge leader, Alysia earned acclaim for her groundbreaking online radio show, Global Fireside Chats, bringing together global industry titans to share insights on our fast-changing world. She is a UN Women Empower Women Global Champion, and an international board director with sovereign wealth fund experience. ""Unemployable, How I Hired Myself"" detailing her life story and guide to financial freedom, is Alysia's first book."

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