I prefer to hire talented individuals who can iterate and figure things out rather than those who simply know how to run existing systems.

We all need each other in product development; each mindset—design, engineering, product management—brings unique value that cannot be replaced. I believe design should report to engineering because it allows design to be considered phase zero of the engineering process, ensuring that what ships at the end is well-integrated and technically feasible.

I prefer hiring people who are coachable and understand the specific values I prioritize in content creation.

We need to create something that people genuinely want to use, collaborating with those who care about the project.

I prefer to hire for talent, ambition, and hard work rather than just expertise, especially when building something new.

It's crucial to involve engineers in the shaping process to ensure that the project is feasible and to identify potential challenges early on.

When design and engineering teams are tightly connected, it fosters collaboration and ensures that both teams are aligned on the product vision, which ultimately leads to better outcomes.

I was initially hesitant about the project because I was the engineer among designers, and I knew that projects can easily suffer from scope creep.

The idea of having fewer employees is often championed by engineers who prefer working with technology over managing people.