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TIP363: The Game of Investing w/ Bing Gordon

Jul 23, 2021
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Bing Gordon
Bing Gordon, a legendary figure in Silicon Valley and co-founder of Electronic Arts, joins the discussion. He shares insights on the gaming industry's evolution and what shaped his time at EA. Bing reflects on his experience on Amazon's board, emphasizing the importance of fostering founder protection for great investments. He dives into the dynamics of leadership at Amazon and the power of digital assets like NFTs, linking them to childhood collecting. His thoughts on the investor-founder relationship highlight the need for supportive collaboration in achieving long-term success.
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ANECDOTE

Virtual Disneyland Dream

  • Bing Gordon's interest in virtual worlds began during his time at Disneyland, sparked by a desire to see animatronic figures interact.
  • This fascination led him to explore home computers and eventually co-found Electronic Arts (EA).
ANECDOTE

EA Sports Tagline Recognition

  • A New York cab driver recognized the EA Sports logo and recited the tagline, "If it's in the game, it's in the game."
  • This moment demonstrated the brand's widespread recognition and impact.
ADVICE

Trust Your Gut

  • Trust your instincts, but also be aware of when experts might be wrong.
  • Don't dismiss potentially successful ideas due to temporary setbacks.
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