2Bobs—with David C. Baker and Blair Enns What Tech Bros Get Right...and Wrong
May 22, 2024
Exploring the characteristics of tech bros, the podcast critiques their focus on quick wealth without evidence of success. It contrasts their lifestyle with sarcasm while highlighting admirable traits like discipline. The conversation also delves into leveraging customer advocacy for business growth and the intersection of tech and altruism.
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Look Past The Persona
- Tech bros are young, wealthy, confident startup personalities who monetize persona via social media.
- David acknowledges disgust but looks for lessons beneath the theatrics.
Discipline Trumps Raw Talent
- Tech bros are notably disciplined and hardworking rather than lazy.
- David values discipline over raw intelligence as a repeatable advantage.
Do What You Advise
- Practice what you preach and publicly demonstrate the methods you recommend.
- Test your advice on your own firm so your claims carry credibility with clients.