The Danny Miranda Podcast #403: Keith Rabois – Advice For People In Their 20s (From A Silicon Valley Legend)
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Sep 15, 2023 
Keith Rabois, a Silicon Valley legend known for his early-stage startup investments, shares valuable advice for people in their 20s. The podcast covers Margaret Thatcher's influence, spotting talent, breakthrough areas, the upside of stress, and commonalities amongst successful people. They also discuss the challenges encountered during the IPO process, leveraging laws and regulations for growth, learning from mistakes, and the value of playing soccer in Silicon Valley.
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Margaret Thatcher Admiration
- Keith Rabois admires Margaret Thatcher for her principled execution and immunity to criticism.
- He has a portrait of Thatcher in his background and considers her a role model.
Subconscious Adoption of Thatcher's Phrase
- Rabois subconsciously adopted Thatcher's phrase "No, no, no" for 30 years.
- He realized this while watching "The Crown," highlighting the subtle influence of role models.
The Power of No
- Saying "no" is crucial for success, enabling focus and avoiding time-wasting activities.
- Embrace JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out) by declining unproductive events and distractions.