The Logan Bartlett Show

EP 109: Sebastian Siemiatkowski (CEO, Klarna) on the Future of Klarna, Valuation Changes and AI in Finance

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Jun 28, 2024
Klarna CEO Sebastian Siemiatkowski discusses turning the company profitable, boardroom drama with Sequoia, and building a digital financial assistant. Topics include leadership, company culture, handling valuation resets, regulatory challenges, AI integration, and lessons in venture capital.
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ANECDOTE

Family History and Sobriety

  • Sebastian Siemiatkowski's grandfather and father struggled with alcohol abuse.
  • This personal history influenced his decision to quit drinking after an ultimatum from his wife.
INSIGHT

Brain Healing and Sobriety

  • A doctor told Sebastian that the brain takes 12 months to heal after quitting alcohol.
  • After 12 months, a mental shift solidified his commitment to sobriety.
ANECDOTE

Incremental Milestones

  • Both Logan Bartlett and Sebastian used incremental milestones in their pursuits.
  • Setting smaller, achievable goals makes larger objectives less daunting.
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