Jared Fliesler

Jared Fliesler, a seasoned operator who has held key roles at Slide, Square, and Scribd, brings a wealth of startup experience. He discusses his unconventional path from finance to tech, emphasizing the vital role of storytelling for leaders. Jared believes in 'making magic of the mundane,' transforming boring tasks into essential growth opportunities. He also shares insights on hiring, firing, and the unique approach behind his coaching venture, First Call, aimed at supporting founders in their scaling journey.

Jared Fliesler, a former Google director and seasoned operator, shares his journey from Silicon Valley prodigy to insightful leader. He challenges traditional performance reviews with innovative feedback systems and critiques the 'founder mode' hype. Jared unveils the psychological traps high achievers face and the counterintuitive path to genuine satisfaction. He also explores the impact of corporate culture on young leaders and emphasizes the importance of gratitude and tailored management practices. Get ready to rethink success and fulfillment!

Ryan Delk, COO of Omni, and Jared Fliesler, COO of Scribd, dive into the dynamic role of COOs in startups, likening their work to that of bumblebees—always buzzing around to ensure smooth operations. They tackle effective hiring tactics for senior roles, emphasizing personal involvement and alignments with company culture. Goal-setting and transparent performance reviews are highlighted as keys to team success. Lastly, they discuss the balance of compensation, championing equity to foster long-term commitment from employees.