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Rich Barton

04/18/25

@ Tim Ferriss

The best way to develop leaders is to allow them to take responsibility and make decisions, even if it means they might fail at times.

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How Rich Barton Built Expedia and Zillow — Audacious Goals, Provocation Marketing, and More

@ Tim Ferriss

How Rich Barton Built Expedia and Zillow — Audacious Goals, Provocation Marketing, and More

04/18/25

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I've learned that as a leader, it's crucial to take responsibility for failures and to foster a culture where accountability is valued.

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Leaders earn loyalty by taking risks and making sacrifices for their people, which inspires them to give their all in return.

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Julia Hartz

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It's crucial to consider who, why, when, and what when choosing leaders in a company, as pushing individuals into leadership roles prematurely can hinder their success.

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As we grew, we faced challenges with leadership, often placing inexperienced individuals in leadership roles too early, which can lead to failures and dissatisfaction.

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Adora Cheung

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It's essential to make decisions quickly and be okay with making mistakes, as learning from wrong choices is better than being indecisive and not making progress.

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Garry Tan

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Coaching founders on how to handle difficult decisions, like letting someone go, involves helping them focus on the future and being resolute in their choices.

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I learned to give autonomy to my leaders, believing that I should hire executives who are more like peers than subordinates.

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Leaders must prioritize the needs of their people over their own desires for recognition or success. A true leader enables others to be effective rather than seeking personal glory.

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Great leaders, like great parents, want to provide opportunities, education, and support to help their people achieve more than they could imagine for themselves.