The Peel with Turner Novak

Gokul Rajaram | Lessons from Zuck, Jack Dorsey, Sergey Brin + Defining your ICP, Evolution of Seed Investing

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Oct 17, 2024
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Gokul Rajaram
Gokul Rajaram, an early-stage technology investor and product leader, shares invaluable insights from his time at iconic companies like Meta and Coinbase. He discusses lessons learned from titans like Zuck and Sergey Brin, emphasizing quick decision-making and defining your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). Gokul also reveals why a bottoms-up approach to market sizing is essential and shares his hot takes on startup titles. Dive into the evolution of seed investing and the importance of responsiveness in shaping successful tech ventures.
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INSIGHT

Culture Fit for Success

  • Gokul Rajaram observed that successful companies have cultures uniquely suited to their markets.
  • Founders should emphasize their strengths and build a company culture that aligns with their competitive advantages.
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First Job in Silicon Valley

  • Gokul Rajaram got his first job in Silicon Valley through networking and seizing an opportunity in the growing telco sector.
  • He emphasized the importance of being proactive and pursuing opportunities in the right location.
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AdSense Origin

  • While at Google, Gokul Rajaram discovered a small team working on a contextual ad product and offered his product management skills.
  • This serendipitous encounter led to the creation of AdSense, a major revenue generator for Google.
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