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Michael Seibel

08/21/24

@ Y Combinator

Important decisions about your career, such as promotions or funding, often happen when you're not present in the room.

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How To Influence Decision Makers

@ Y Combinator

08/21/24

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Y Combinator Cast

08/21/24

@ Y Combinator

How you respond to decisions not going your way can significantly impact your future influence in similar situations.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

We spend too little time making significant life decisions, like choosing a career or where to live, which can have long-term impacts.

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Jeff Bezos

12/15/23

@ Lex Fridman

Most decisions in a company should be made quickly by individuals or small teams, while one-way door decisions should be elevated to senior executives for careful consideration.

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Michael Seibel

08/21/24

@ Y Combinator

When decisions are made, people often consider whether they want to spend more time with you, which can influence their choices.

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Claire Hughes Johnson

03/05/23

@ Lenny's Podcast

If you're unsure who the decision maker is, it's likely you. It's better to act decisively than to slow down the company by following a process without making a decision.

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Sundar Pichai

06/05/25

@ Lex Fridman

As a leader, I recognize that many daily decisions may seem inconsequential, but a few are truly consequential and can shape the future of the company.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

When making decisions, delegate low-impact tasks where you have low confidence, but retain control over high-stakes decisions where your conviction is strong.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

It's crucial to have honest conversations about career decisions when managing dual working spouses.

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Michael Seibel

08/21/24

@ Y Combinator

Your long-term track record and how people perceive you can significantly impact decisions made about you.