The Importance of Doing the Work

Adam Jacob, the founder of Chef, shares his journey of building the infrastructure automation tool. While Chef was a success, Adam faced an internal crisis as he felt the pressure of being a leader and imposter syndrome. He rallied his team with an inspirational speech about the importance of doing the work. However, behind the scenes, Adam broke down, realizing that his identity couldn't be tied to the outcomes of the company. This led him to understand that the work itself is what truly matters and that professionalizing it is crucial for success.