If a company is profitable, the founder is in control. If it's not, investors are in control.
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If you have the opportunity to go be an early employee at a company that's just going crazy, and you believe it's the next Facebook or Google, you should go join that company.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Joining a rapidly growing company can lead to significant career success if you believe in its potential.
This quote by Sam Altman emphasizes the value of seizing opportunities when they arise, especially in the context of joining a promising startup that shows signs of explosive growth. By equating such opportunities to becoming part of giants like Facebook or Google, Altman encourages individuals to take calculated risks in their careers to capitalize on potential success and innovation.
Themes
OpportunityStartupSuccessGrowthCareer
In practice
Example use cases
During a career workshop, you might use this quote to inspire young professionals to consider joining emerging companies.
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