129: Exiting PayPal ($1.5B) and LinkedIn ($26.2B) w/ Reid Hoffman
Rich Habits Podcast
Reflections on Mentorship and Networking
In this chapter, speakers analyze a recent interview with a notable figure, sharing valuable insights on intentional networking and meaningful partnerships. They also address financial planning and share practical advice on managing investments and building an emergency fund.
In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz sit down with Reid Hoffman.
Reid was part of the "PayPal Mafia" from back in the late-90s. He sold PayPal to eBay for $1.5 billion in 2002. A few months later, Reid co-founded LinkedIn. Microsoft acquired LinkedIn for $26B in 2016.
This interview was special. Reid is an incredible bright, kind, and thoughtful human being. We're so grateful to have been able to host him on the show!
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