The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish #147 Reid Hoffman: Better Decisions, Fewer Mistakes
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Sep 20, 2022 
Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and former PayPal executive, shares invaluable insights from his extensive career as a venture capitalist. He discusses the art of decision-making, emphasizing speed, simplicity, and flexibility. Hoffman highlights the importance of evolving learning patterns as businesses scale and explores how leaders can effectively navigate crises, like COVID-19, through proactive communication. He also touches on the dynamics of hiring and the critical nature of building trust with investors in entrepreneurship.
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Evolving Learning
- Constantly evolve your learning patterns, as what worked before may not work now.
- Build networks of support and knowledge through financing, mentorship, and conferences.
Scaling Hiring
- Hire externally for senior roles when scaling rapidly, even if uncomfortable.
- Balance promoting from within with external hires for optimal growth and culture.
Scaling Yourself
- Delegate tasks to others to scale yourself effectively.
- Utilize tools like OneNote to manage interactions, track agendas, and externalize memory.