#17
Mentioned in 173 episodes
Zero to One
Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future
Book • 2014
In 'Zero to One,' Peter Thiel argues that true innovation comes from creating something entirely new, going from 'zero to one,' rather than incrementally improving existing ideas.
He emphasizes the importance of vertical progress through technology and the benefits of monopoly in driving innovation.
Thiel also discusses the need for long-term planning, the importance of finding the right co-founders, and the power law in startup success.
The book challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to think critically and aim big to build the future[2][3][5].
He emphasizes the importance of vertical progress through technology and the benefits of monopoly in driving innovation.
Thiel also discusses the need for long-term planning, the importance of finding the right co-founders, and the power law in startup success.
The book challenges conventional wisdom and encourages readers to think critically and aim big to build the future[2][3][5].
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Mentioned in 173 episodes
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David Senra in relation to the importance of sales and distribution in creating a monopoly.
David Senra in relation to the importance of sales and distribution in creating a monopoly.
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#275 Paul Graham
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to Peter Thiel's book "Zero to One" and the importance of prioritizing durability over growth in business.
David Senra in relation to Peter Thiel's book "Zero to One" and the importance of prioritizing durability over growth in business.
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#878 - David Senra - 15 Harsh Truths From History’s Greatest Founders
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of building durable companies and the importance of not prioritizing growth over durability.
David Senra in the context of building durable companies and the importance of not prioritizing growth over durability.2,381 snips
A conversation on focus and finding your life's work
Mentioned by David Senra , highlighting Thiel's advice on differentiating company pitches to potential recruits.
David Senra , highlighting Thiel's advice on differentiating company pitches to potential recruits.2,343 snips
#329 Charlie Munger (the NEW Poor Charlie's Almanack)
Mentioned by David Senra , quoting Peter Thiel's definition of technology to explain Steve Jobs' messianic sense of purpose.
David Senra , quoting Peter Thiel's definition of technology to explain Steve Jobs' messianic sense of purpose.2,053 snips
#350 How To Sell Like Steve Jobs
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of single-threaded leadership and its impact on company efficiency.
David Senra in the context of single-threaded leadership and its impact on company efficiency.1,826 snips
#321 Working with Jeff Bezos
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Ryan Holiday when discussing the importance of focusing on what's within one's control.
Ryan Holiday when discussing the importance of focusing on what's within one's control.1,602 snips
#795 - Ryan Holiday - 11 Harsh Stoic Truths To Improve Your Life
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of Jeff Bezos' decision not to open physical stores until he could find a way to differentiate.
David Senra in the context of Jeff Bezos' decision not to open physical stores until he could find a way to differentiate.1,532 snips
#282 Jeff Bezos Shareholder Letters
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to courage and its importance in business, comparing it to Ogilvy's ideas.
David Senra in relation to courage and its importance in business, comparing it to Ogilvy's ideas.1,151 snips
#343 The Eternal Pursuit of Unhappiness: David Ogilvy
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to a point made in his book about technology companies optimizing for growth at the expense of durability.
David Senra in relation to a point made in his book about technology companies optimizing for growth at the expense of durability.
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David Senra - The Focused Few - [Invest Like the Best, EP.422]
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to his advice on differentiating company pitches to potential recruits.
David Senra in relation to his advice on differentiating company pitches to potential recruits.788 snips
#352 J. Paul Getty: The Richest Private Citizen in America
