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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

As time progresses, the planning horizon for a company should extend from short-term to long-term goals, influencing hiring decisions.

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Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

@ Y Combinator

Hiring and Culture with Patrick and John Collison and Ben Silbermann (HtSaS 2014: 11)

04/07/17

Related Takeaways

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Founders should think long-term about their commitment to the company. Those who plan for the long haul have a significant advantage over those who only consider short-term goals.

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Claire Hughes Johnson

03/05/23

@ Lenny's Podcast

Employees should be guided by the company's long-term goals to make informed decisions about their daily tasks and priorities.

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Patrick Collison

11/05/15

@ Greylock

Investing in people who might take a long time to hire is crucial when you're early in a company's history.

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Jeff Weinstein

07/11/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

It's essential to balance immediate action with strategic planning for long-term goals, especially in product development.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

The goal of productivity planning is to build a company that creates long-term value. Founders should focus on sustainable growth rather than short-term gains.

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Keith Rabois

04/20/17

@ Y Combinator

When hiring, consider both the company's growth rate and the individual's learning curve; if an employee's growth outpaces the company's, they can continue in their role.

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Patrick Collison

11/05/15

@ Greylock

The CEO should be integratively involved in micro product decisions, as their long-term vision is crucial for the company's direction.

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Peter Thiel

03/23/17

@ Y Combinator

When considering the future of a company, it's vital to ask whether it will still be the leading company in 10, 15, or 20 years.

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Ben Silbermann

04/07/17

@ Y Combinator

In the early days, hiring must focus on candidates who can contribute immediately, rather than those who may take longer to ramp up.