The Tim Ferriss Show

#316: Whitney Wolfe Herd — Founder and CEO of Bumble

May 25, 2018

01:11:11

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Whitney Wolfe Herd

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Quick takeaways

Investing time and dedication into the team's first ten hires shapes the future of a company and builds a strong and passionate culture.

Seeking guidance from experienced individuals, even if it goes against initial instincts, can lead to better decisions and navigate challenges more effectively.

Asking for help and valuing the experiences of others is crucial in avoiding pitfalls, gaining new perspectives, and making better decisions as a founder.

Deep dives

Investing in People: The Key to Building a Strong Culture

The best investment I've made is time and dedication into my team at Bumble. I believe that the first ten hires are crucial in shaping the future of a company and instilling its values. By investing extra time, effort, and genuine care into my early hires, I was able to create a strong and passionate team. I made sure they felt like family by organizing activities outside of work and sharing my pain points and vision. This approach allowed us to build a culture rooted in the same mission and values, creating a positive and impactful work environment.

Introduction

2min

Five Bullet Friday: How to Meet Guests for the Podcast

2min

How to Deconstruct World Class Performers

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Bumble: A Female Only Social Network

4min

Bumble: The First Name of a Bumble

2min

Bumble: A Dating App That Empowers Women

2min

How to Use Bumble to Get More Users

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Building a Company That Encourages Empowerment Confidence and Respect

2min

The Disappointment of My Dad's Commentary

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Anxiety and the Importance of Passion

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How to Control Your Anxiety

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12.

How Non-Conformists Move the World

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13.

The Plant Paradox

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14.

The Importance of Balance in Life

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The Benefits of Beans for Weight Loss

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Coconut Oil: A Cheap Miracle Buy

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Coconut Oil and Memory

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The Importance of Journaling

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The Power of Prayer in a Moment of Darkness

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How to Listen to Your Feelings

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How to Keep Track of Your Investments

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The Gift of Fear

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How to Scale Culture in Your Business

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How to Build a Successful Company

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How to Be a Successful CEO

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How to Deal With Busy People

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The Importance of Headcount in Software Development

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How to Be a Successful Coping Coach

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Strange Habits That You Love

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How to Interact With Your Parents Effectively

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How to Be the Ceo You Always Wanted to Marry

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How to Be a Successful Blogger

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How to Get a Massage at Home in as Little as an Hour

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Whitney Wolfe Herd (@whitwolfeherd) is the founder and CEO of Bumble, one of the fastest-growing social networking apps in the world. She launched Bumble in 2014 as the only dating platform where women make the first move, and in three years, her vision has led to Bumble's growth to more than 28 million users worldwide in 144 countries.

Bumble launched Bumble BFF in 2016 as a friend-finding feature and Bumble Bizz for professional networking in 2017. Whitney was named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list and has recently been on the covers of not just Fast Company, but also Forbes and Wired.

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