Audience of One #033 - Emmett Shear on Practice, Agency, Coordination, & Positive Sum Games
Sep 6, 2023
Emmett Shear, co-founder of Twitch, discusses topics such as agency, meta learning, deliberate practice, coordination problems, parasocial relationships, and positive-sum games. They explore the importance of persistence, finding one's passion, and the impact of geography. They also touch on the future vision, the significance of coordination problems, and Paul Graham's next essay.
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Persistence in Startups
- In startups, prioritize persisting longer than you think is wise.
- Giving up too early guarantees failure, while persisting too long has less severe consequences.
The Importance of Meta-Skills
- Meta-skills are becoming increasingly important due to the rise of self-teaching resources.
- Focus on learning how to learn, lead, follow, and identify your true goals.
Developing Agency
- Agency involves believing in your ability to create and execute plans, accepting potential failure.
- It requires questioning assumptions and developing courage.