"I'm pretty lucky if you want to call it that, which is my family were immigrants. We lost everything when we came to the States," he says. "It crushed my dad. He built his whole career." His wife calls him 'a robot' for worrying so much about what's going on at work and not being able to take a break.
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi talks with Greylock general partner Reid Hoffman about his strategy for decision-making. Like most companies, Uber has experienced many ups and downs. Getting through each phase (good or bad), depends on how the leadership team responds, says Khosrowshahi. In difficult moments, which he refers to as "war time," it's critical to prioritize speed and quick decision-making. Conversely, during "peace time", he is more team-oriented and focused on incorporating as many viewpoints as possible.
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