Acclaimed author Nilofer Merchant discusses her new book, "The Power of Onlyness," and why embracing your differences is what makes you stand out in today's workplace. Nilofer discusses her journey in the tech world, which has shaped her perspective on differences, and what she calls "onlyness." She talks about the digital era, and how embracing marginalization has spawned online movements such as Black Lives Matter and Change.org.

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