

42: Jason Fried - Finding yourself in business
41 snips Nov 4, 2023
Jason Fried, CEO of 37signals, shares his contrarian approach to business: don't overcomplicate decisions, be confidently wrong, double down on what works, and trust your intuition. They discuss the significance of self-discovery, cutting and editing in business, and the importance of long-term value, customer success, and employee satisfaction in creating a better product. They also challenge traditional evaluation methods and emphasize the unpredictability of businesses and markets. Overall, the podcast focuses on simplicity, customer success, and making progress in business.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Introducing 37 Signals and their Approach to Business
01:44 • 2min
Dwelling on Past Opinions
03:23 • 20min
The Power of Cutting and Editing in Business
23:10 • 2min
What Makes a Better Product?
25:36 • 9min
Challenging Traditional Evaluation Methods
34:54 • 7min
Unpredictability of Businesses and Markets
42:12 • 3min
Customer Success and Making Progress
45:36 • 8min