

Esther Wojcicki: Raise Successful People
Jul 27, 2021
Esther Wojcicki, the "Godmother of Silicon Valley," is an accomplished educator and author who shares her wisdom on raising successful individuals. She emphasizes the importance of empowering children to be independent, aiming for parents to make themselves obsolete. Esther introduces the '20% time' philosophy, which spurs creativity and self-governance. She discusses crucial principles like humility and kindness in both parenting and leadership, highlighting how personal experiences can transform challenges into growth opportunities.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reflections on Immigrant Roots and Parenting Philosophy
01:30 • 5min
The Journey of Self-Education and Critical Thinking
06:26 • 3min
Empowering Independence in Parenting
09:08 • 15min
Empowering Creativity Through the 20% Time Philosophy
23:38 • 4min
Principles of Parenting and Leadership
27:10 • 12min