The Twenty Minute VC (20VC): Venture Capital | Startup Funding | The Pitch 20VC: Why Hiring in Tech is Broken and Founders Need to be as Good at Firing as they are Hiring, Why Product Differentiation is Unsustainable & Why the Current Generation of Tech Employees are Entitled and What Needs to Change with Jean-Denis Greze @ Plai
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Jul 21, 2023 Jean-Denis Greze, CTO at Plaid and ex-Director of Engineering at Dropbox, shares his insights on the tech landscape. He discusses the critical need for founders to master firing as much as hiring and reflects on his own hiring missteps. Greze argues that product differentiation is fading and emphasizes the need for startups to pivot amid market saturation. He also highlights the value of relevant work experience over impressive titles, urging startups to focus on adaptability in candidates for long-term success.
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Dropbox: A Lucky Break
- Jean-Denis Greze's biggest career break was joining Dropbox despite unconventional interviews.
- Two people saw potential, highlighting Dropbox's strategy of hiring unique talent.
Resume Evaluation
- When evaluating resumes, look for online projects and relevant experience over prestige.
- Prioritize candidates who fit your specific business needs, not just 'great' resumes.
Hiring For Short-Term Impact
- Hire for your current needs, especially with your first 15 hires, and find people who are hungry.
- Hire managers with experience leading smaller teams for short-term impact, reassessing every two years.