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20VC: Hubspot Co-Founder Brian Halligan on Leadership Lessons Scaling Hubspot to a $28BN Market Cap | The Best Series A Investment in Venture History & What Makes Sequoia so Successful?
Jan 15, 2024
Brian Halligan, Co-founder and Executive Chairperson of HubSpot, shares insights from his journey scaling the company to a $30 billion powerhouse. He discusses the balance of luck and skill in entrepreneurship, revealing how his early job as a paperboy shaped his leadership approach. Halligan reflects on invaluable lessons learned from leaders like Elon Musk, the importance of effective team dynamics, and the evolving role of CEOs in today's business landscape. He also critiques the venture capital space, offering wisdom from HubSpot's fundraising adventures.
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Quick takeaways
- When hiring, consider candidates with experience scaling a similar company rather than relying solely on their affiliation with well-known brands.
- Embrace your quirkiness as a founder or CEO, attracting the right people while aware of its impact on team and company culture.
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Importance of Hiring Based on Relevant Experience
When hiring, it is crucial to consider candidates who have experience scaling a company similar to your own. Hiring someone solely based on their affiliation with a well-known company or logo may not guarantee success. Instead, focus on individuals who have faced the same challenges and overcome them at a previous stage of growth.
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