Founders

#31 Conspiracy: Peter Thiel, Hulk Hogan, Gawker, and the Anatomy of Intrigue and Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future

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Aug 2, 2018
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INSIGHT

Founders as Event Shapers

  • Founders deviate from the norm, shaping events.
  • They create and dictate, unlike employees who are shaped by events.
ADVICE

The Contrarian Question

  • Ask yourself Thiel's contrarian question: "What important truth do very few people agree with you on?"
  • Consider if we need more conspiracies/scheming and boldness.
INSIGHT

Mimetic Nature and Learning

  • We are mimetic creatures, influenced by our environment.
  • Be mindful of your exposure, prioritizing learning over endless entertainment.
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