Dwarkesh Podcast Patrick Collison (Stripe CEO) - Craft, Beauty, & The Future of Payments
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Feb 21, 2024 
Patrick Collison, CEO of Stripe, discusses the monumental task of processing $1 trillion annually and the vision to increase the internet's GDP. He shares insights on building long-lasting APIs and the advancements of the Arc Institute, focusing on AI's financial infrastructures. The conversation also explores Stripe’s cultural ethos, their climate initiatives, and the balance of craftsmanship with scalability in technology. Collison emphasizes the responsibility that payment processors hold in driving global economic activity and societal progress.
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Career Advice for 20-Somethings
- Consider a career path outside of San Francisco, especially if you aim for deep technical expertise.
- San Francisco's culture may overemphasize entrepreneurship and undervalue specialized depth.
Importance of High Standards
- Find environments with the highest standards in your field to maximize learning.
- Working alongside experts helps you internalize those high standards and improve your problem selection skills.
The Cori Lab's Success
- Gertie and Carl Cori mentored six Nobel laureates in their lab.
- This shows that organizational structure and culture can significantly impact scientific breakthroughs.
