

The Almanack of Keith Rabois
Jul 14, 2023
Keith Rabois, a tech executive and investor, shares insights on navigating startup operations, building successful teams, and the importance of forging product market fit. He discusses the concept of vertically integrated businesses, the role of CEOs as editors, and the qualities of successful founders. Rabois also explores the significance of investing in good people and contrarian thinking, as well as strategies for effective time management and prioritization. Additionally, he touches on health, personal development, and social connections.
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Solve Ambitious Problems Passionately
- Solve important and ambitious problems that spark passion and have high impact.
- Choose problems with specific startup ideas you can't stop thinking about to increase chance of success.
Naivety Beats Expertise Often
- Founders without domain expertise often outperform experts.
- Naivety helps avoid cynicism and uncovers overlooked opportunities.
Target Fragmented Low-NPS Markets
- Target fragmented industries with low customer satisfaction.
- Vertically integrate to simplify and enhance customer experience.