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Brian Chesky

12/01/15

@ Greylock

When you're a startup before achieving product-market fit, thinking long term seems preposterous because you might not even have a long term to consider. You're focused on survival, not on future plans.

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Blitzscaling 18: Brian Chesky on Launching Airbnb and the Challenges of Scale

@ Greylock

Blitzscaling 18: Brian Chesky on Launching Airbnb and the Challenges of Scale

12/01/15

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Tikhon Bernstam

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Founders should think long-term about their commitment to the company. Those who plan for the long haul have a significant advantage over those who only consider short-term goals.

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In a startup, you often don't have a detailed plan or strategy; your roadmap might only extend to the next two weeks, and you need to create roadmaps as you grow to guide your team effectively.