As a CEO, your focus should be on creating an equity split that motivates your teammates rather than just negotiating a deal.

It's important to have idea generators on the team who can constantly propose new ideas, even if many of them are not viable.

When pitching a potential co-founder, focus on collaboration and building the company together, rather than presenting them as an employee who will execute your ideas.

Execution is more valuable than the idea itself; founders should not give disproportionate equity to the person who came up with the idea.

The most important mindset for CEOs today is to cultivate a beginner's mind, being open to new possibilities as everything changes rapidly.

It's better to brainstorm startup ideas with your teammates early on, as one member usually has the kernel of an idea that can develop into the company, and discussing it helps everyone feel ownership.

As a CEO, focus on the success of others rather than your own success to drive a positive organizational culture.

As a CEO, you should aim for your co-founders' equity stakes to inspire them to work passionately, rather than having to motivate them daily.

Leaders should encourage healthy debate and not compromise for the sake of social cohesion, as this can lead to a more effective and innovative culture.