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Conservative Curious

CC Confidential: feat. Michael Gibson

Aug 6, 2020
Michael Gibson, General Partner of 1517 Fund, talks about the 'pay it forward' mentality in Silicon Valley, the value of personal libraries, his experience at Oxford University, the surprising job opportunity he almost took at the CIA, and reflections on missed investment opportunities.
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  • Silicon Valley has a pay-forward mentality fostering collaboration, unlike other cities with expectations of reciprocity.
  • Having a personal library of books provides valuable resources and insights for research and inspiration.

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The Pay-Forward Mentality of Silicon Valley

In Silicon Valley, there is a pay-forward attitude where people are willing to help others without expecting anything in return. This mentality fosters a collaborative environment for innovation and idea-sharing, unlike other cities where there is often an expectation of receiving something in exchange for assistance. The Bay Area has cultivated this attitude over the past few decades, which has contributed to its success in the tech economy.

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