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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

Board meetings should be held in-person and include printed documents to foster participation and transparency; avoid using PowerPoint as it can diminish engagement.

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Building Your Board | Glenn Kelman

@ Y Combinator

06/16/17

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

In board meetings, always hold them in-person and include printed documents to enhance participation and transparency.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

Using documents instead of slides for board meetings encourages deeper thinking and allows for a more thorough exploration of issues.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

After board meetings, sharing documents with the entire company promotes transparency and can surface differing perspectives on company issues.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

To maintain transparency, share meeting notes with the entire company, allowing everyone to stay informed and feel included, regardless of their attendance.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to communicate clearly with your board about what you want to achieve in meetings, as this helps guide the discussion effectively.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

Transparency in a company is essential; all employees should have access to information, including board meeting notes, to foster a culture of openness.

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Werner Vogels

11/12/18

@ Y Combinator

In meetings, we avoid using slides and instead read a six-page narrative document in silence for the first 30 minutes to ensure everyone is on the same page.

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Y Combinator Cast

08/18/23

@ Y Combinator

Investor meetings are a two-way street; both parties should come prepared and professional to foster a productive conversation.

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Claire Hughes Johnson

03/05/23

@ Lenny's Podcast

Effective meetings require clarity on their purpose, objectives, and who needs to be present, making implicit goals explicit to enhance efficiency.