The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish #99 Kris Cordle: Releasing the Ego
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Dec 22, 2020 In a captivating conversation, Kris Cordle, former Chief of Staff at Slack and expert in scaling companies like Yahoo and Twitter, shares her transformative journey from a restrictive religious upbringing to empowering leadership. She discusses the challenges founders face in scaling their businesses, the importance of effective delegation, and mastering quick decision-making. Kris emphasizes humility, emotional intelligence, and the necessity of aligning company culture with long-term goals, providing valuable insights for leaders navigating growth in the tech landscape.
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Cult Upbringing
- Kris Cordle grew up in a religious cult that limited outside interaction and personal choices.
- She left at 26 and had to rebuild her belief system.
Delegate Effectively
- Delegate tasks, even if it costs money, to free up time and mental space.
- Focus on what only you can do best.
Constant Learning
- Embrace constant learning from diverse sources.
- Surround yourself with people from different fields.
