Why Coinbase Banned Political Discussion

Nolan asks about the 2020 ban; LJ explains Brian Armstrong's mission-first rationale and the context around George Floyd.

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For today’s essential Heretics 101 feature, Kelli and Nolan talk to Coinbase Chief People Officer LJ Brock reveals how the company’s mission-first philosophy, refusal to negotiate salaries, and rigorous talent density standards challenge conventional HR orthodoxy.

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KEEP UP WITH L.J., NOLAN + KELLI ON LINKEDIN

L.J.: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lbrock/

Nolan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolan-church/

Kelli: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellidragovich/

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Coinbase: http://www.coinbase.com/