Stanford GSB: View From The Top

S7E5: Jensen Huang on How to Use First-Principles Thinking to Drive Decisions

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Apr 25, 2024
Jensen Huang, Founder and CEO of NVIDIA, discusses first-principles thinking, founding NVIDIA from washing dishes at Denny's, pioneering graphics technology, navigating leadership challenges, advancements in generative AI, and rapid-fire questions in an engaging and insightful interview.
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ANECDOTE

NVIDIA's Origin

  • Jensen Huang, motivated by colleagues, left a secure job to co-found NVIDIA.
  • Their goal was to build computers capable of solving problems beyond the reach of standard computers.
ADVICE

Importance of a Good Past

  • Focus on building a strong track record, as your past performance speaks volumes.
  • A good reputation can open doors, even if your initial pitch isn't perfect.
ANECDOTE

Creating Markets

  • NVIDIA initially focused on 3D graphics for video games, a then-nonexistent market.
  • They had to invent both the technology and the market, a defining characteristic of NVIDIA.
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