We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network TIP704: The Nvidia Way w/ Tae Kim
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Mar 7, 2025 
Tae Kim, a senior technology writer at Barron's and author of "The Nvidia Way," dives into Nvidia's remarkable journey. Discover how Jensen Huang's relentless ambition and a unique corporate culture have propelled Nvidia to the forefront of AI innovation. Kim shares insights from over 100 interviews that reveal Nvidia's strategies for thriving in a competitive market. He discusses the company's transformation, the invention of the GPU, and how their forward-thinking approach positions them as leaders in the generative-AI revolution.
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NVIDIA's Culture
- NVIDIA's unique culture, where "mission is the boss," minimizes office politics and promotes direct communication.
- "Top five" emails and Jensen's direct involvement provide real-time insights, enabling agile resource allocation.
Jensen's Drive
- Jensen Huang's intense drive is evident in anecdotes about flipping chessboards after losing and obsessing over NVIDIA even on vacations.
- He instilled this relentless work ethic in employees, emphasizing hard work and resilience over mere intelligence.
Early Struggles and Survival
- Despite early chip failures and competition, Jensen's resilience and strategic thinking led to NVIDIA's survival.
- He secured last-minute funding during the Asian financial crisis and licensed technology from competitors.
