Ali Rowghani

To succeed in building a big company in the long-term, founders must become good at leading, motivating, and retaining great people. Ali Rowghani, YC Partner and CEO of the YC Continuity Fund, takes from his experience working with great leaders to share his three observations on leadership. 

Eddie Kim, co-founder and Head of Technology at Gusto, alongside guest host Ali Rowghani, dives into Gusto's transformative journey in the AI landscape. They discuss how AI is revolutionizing payroll and HR processes, emphasizing the importance of building in-house tech solutions rather than buying. The duo reveals strategies for prioritizing AI implementations, balancing operational efficiency with user trust. They also tackle the risks and ethical considerations of AI integration while remaining optimistic about its potential to streamline complexities in the business world.

Ali Rowghani, CEO of Y Combinator Continuity, discusses his journey at Pixar and Twitter, the importance of hiring executives who align with company values, common mistakes when expanding to the U.S., and the ideal composition of a board of directors.