How I Built This with Guy Raz Live From The HIBT Summit: Kevin Systrom & Mike Krieger Of Instagram
Dec 19, 2019
In a captivating discussion, Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, the co-founders of Instagram, share their experiences after stepping down from the company. They reflect on the emotional challenges of leaving a platform they built and ponder the role of social media in promoting kindness. The duo emphasizes the thrill of new beginnings, the importance of a beginner's mindset, and how their unique personalities fostered trust and collaboration during their journey. Their insights on innovating with passion and curiosity are both inspiring and thought-provoking.
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Learning to Fly
- Kevin Systrom learned to fly after leaving Instagram.
- He found it thrilling to be a beginner again after years of leading a large company.
Beginner Again
- Leaving a leadership role can be scary or thrilling, requiring one to become a beginner again.
- Having a partner during this transition can provide support and encouragement.
Weight Lifted
- Mike Krieger felt a weight lifted after leaving Instagram but also missed his colleagues.
- He realized his leverage was gone and he had to start from scratch.