The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20VC: Carvana: The Most Wild Story in Public Markets: From $60BN to $400M and Back to $40BN | The Biggest Opportunities, Mistakes and Challenges Ahead for One of the Public Market's Only 100x Investments
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Jan 8, 2025 
Dan Gill, Carvana’s CPO, shares the captivating journey of the company from a staggering $60BN valuation to a crash at $400M and back to $41BN. He discusses pivotal decisions and missed opportunities during this rollercoaster ride. Gill emphasizes the importance of maintaining team morale during tough times and hints at future growth opportunities in selling new and peer-to-peer cars. He explores the potential of integrating different product lines and the significance of economies of scale in transforming margins.
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Gymnastics and Work Ethic
- Dan Gill's gymnastics background instilled a strong work ethic and perseverance.
- These qualities, gained from pursuing Olympic dreams, now guide his leadership approach.
Hiring from Consulting
- When hiring from consulting, look for individuals who dislike the lack of hands-on involvement.
- Seek those who crave ownership of the finished product, not those who claim to know everything.
Hiring for Product
- Prioritize "horsepower" (competence) and "give a shit" (passion) when hiring for product roles.
- Assess horsepower by asking about favorite technologies, and "give a shit" by asking about their hardest work experience.
