This Week in Startups

Uber's leadership lessons, AI's disruption, and the power of solo founders with Josh Mohrer | E1911

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Mar 8, 2024
Josh Mohrer, the solo founder of Wave App and former GM of Uber in NYC, shares his unique journey in tech entrepreneurship. He reminisces about the challenging early days of Uber, highlighting innovative leadership techniques and regulatory hurdles. Mohrer dives into the empowering role of AI in solo ventures, showcasing how it revolutionizes productivity and organization. He also offers insights on developing niche applications and the fresh opportunities they present for creators in a fast-paced market.
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ANECDOTE

Uber NY Beginnings

  • Josh Mohrer, Wave App founder, recounts his early Uber NY days.
  • He initially applied for the GM role due to its exciting description and the opportunity to lead.
INSIGHT

Distributed Leadership

  • Uber's early management style was distributed, with GMs acting as mini-CEOs.
  • This approach required trust and empowered local leadership.
ANECDOTE

De Blasio View

  • De Blasio's attempt to cap Uber cars in NYC prompted the "De Blasio view" in the app.
  • This tactic highlighted the negative impact of the proposed regulations on riders and successfully reversed the decision.
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