During a successful period at Google Photos, I was diagnosed with leukemia, which changed my perspective on life and work.

The core idea of Google Photos was to create a home for all of your life's memories, making photos and videos easily accessible and organized through AI technology.

In the early days of Google Photos, we observed that while many users dropped off quickly, a stable percentage remained engaged, which gave us confidence in the product's potential for growth.

Contemplating mortality helps prioritize what truly matters in life, reminding us to focus on meaningful experiences and relationships.

After selling our company to Google, we planned to rebuild our photo roll idea with Google technology to create Google Photos, and I was optimistic about its success.

As I've aged, my fear of death has diminished; I focus more on maintaining my health and being present for my family and friends.

Remembering that I'll be dead soon is the most important tool I've encountered for making big life choices, as it helps me focus on what truly matters.

I didn't want my previous work on Bump to be a failure, so I fought to pursue the opportunity with Google Photos, refusing to take no for an answer.

I realized that my fear of dying without accomplishing anything drove me to push myself beyond my limits.