The Tim Ferriss Show

#686: Dustin Moskovitz, Co-Founder of Asana and Facebook — Energy Management, Coaching for Endurance, No Meeting Wednesdays, Understanding the Real Risks of AI, Embracing Frictionless Work with AI, The Value of Holding Stories Loosely, and More

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Aug 10, 2023
Dustin Moskovitz, co-founder and CEO of Asana, shares his journey from Facebook to revolutionizing team productivity. He discusses innovative concepts like 'No Meeting Wednesdays' for better energy management and the significance of conscious leadership in enhancing team dynamics. The conversation dives into the duality of AI—its potential benefits and the risks it poses, particularly concerning security. Dustin emphasizes the need for proactive strategies in the evolving tech landscape, advocating for ethical solutions and fostering a healthy work culture.
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Back Pain Hack

  • Address back tweaks immediately with rest, yoga, or other remedies.
  • Use lidocaine patches for relief; they're effective, cheap, and odorless.
ADVICE

Create a User Guide for Yourself

  • Create a user guide for yourself to help your team understand your quirks and preferences.
  • Share it during onboarding to ease communication and manage expectations, especially as an introverted CEO.
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Coaching for Endurance

  • Coach your team for the long haul, emphasizing consistent smaller breaks to prevent burnout.
  • Discourage the mentality of solely relying on long breaks, like sabbaticals, for recovery.
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