You know what has never crossed my mind? Living in Silicon Valley. Even when it may have been affordable. Sure, I get it — the prestige, the atmosphere, big things happen there and bragging rights abound. However, is that the only place where real tech growth happens?
In my career, I have found ideas, talent, growth and humility with no coast in sight. For example, I live in the middle of America’s heartland — Wichita, Kansas. If you’re not familiar with Wichita, you’re not alone. Yet just this year, Wichita ranked high on Milken Institute’s Best-Performing Cities Index. Familiar with it or not, Wichita is in the midst of significant industry growth.
