How I Built This with Guy Raz Wirecutter: Brian Lam
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Oct 10, 2022 Brian Lam, the founder of Wirecutter, shares his daring leap from a high-profile job at Gizmodo to creating a user-friendly product review site. He discusses the initial skepticism about his brief, research-backed reviews but reveals how this approach built user trust and led to exponential growth. The conversation dives into the rigorous methods behind Wirecutter's integrity and the challenges of maintaining quality during rapid expansion. Ultimately, Lam shares insights on navigating the complexities of business and the journey to selling Wirecutter to the New York Times.
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Childhood Independence
- Brian Lam's parents, originally from China, fostered his independence.
- He spent summers in Hong Kong exploring electronics, fueling his gadget interest.
Boxing Gym
- After a brief web developer job, Lam worked at a boxing gym for five years.
- He trained intensely, finding satisfaction in the simplicity and discipline.
Maximum PC Internship
- Lam transitioned from boxing to journalism through a Maximum PC internship.
- Despite initially missing an assignment, he excelled, producing over half of one issue's content.