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The Hazards of Censorship in Tech
26:12 - 38:07 (11:55)
The speaker argues that the censorship present in tech companies leads to a lack of innovation and creativity, resulting in an apathetic workforce. The emphasis is on the importance of finding a passionate employee rather than making multiple employees indifferent.
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The idea of bringing free speech to social media platforms like Twitter is not as simple as it sounds.
26:12 - 27:38 (01:26)
Summary
The idea of bringing free speech to social media platforms like Twitter is not as simple as it sounds. Buying a platform like Gab is not the solution since it goes beyond censorship and faces issues with technology giants like Apple and Google who do not allow free speech.
ChapterThe Hazards of Censorship in Tech
Episode#461 - Julien Smith - Learning From Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover
PodcastModern Wisdom
The risks of centralizing control and ownership under one person in tech companies, as seen in examples where professional CEOs take over and nothing changes with the company.
27:38 - 30:33 (02:54)
Summary
The risks of centralizing control and ownership under one person in tech companies, as seen in examples where professional CEOs take over and nothing changes with the company. There are concerns that if a company was owned and controlled by one individual, there could be potential risks and challenges.
ChapterThe Hazards of Censorship in Tech
Episode#461 - Julien Smith - Learning From Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover
PodcastModern Wisdom
Startups can find success by deviating their way through challenges and attracting passionate customers, rather than focusing on ambivalent ones.
30:33 - 33:15 (02:41)
Summary
Startups can find success by deviating their way through challenges and attracting passionate customers, rather than focusing on ambivalent ones. The ability to secure enough funding to keep going is also crucial for navigating the unpredictable journey of a startup.
ChapterThe Hazards of Censorship in Tech
Episode#461 - Julien Smith - Learning From Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover
PodcastModern Wisdom
The zero marginal cost allows startup companies to grow and expand into infinity with low costs and the potential to become successful in a short amount of time.
33:14 - 34:48 (01:33)
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The zero marginal cost allows startup companies to grow and expand into infinity with low costs and the potential to become successful in a short amount of time.
ChapterThe Hazards of Censorship in Tech
Episode#461 - Julien Smith - Learning From Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover
PodcastModern Wisdom
The success of being the first mover, right place and right time, and existing reputation as an established founder influence getting opportunities in a startup.
34:49 - 38:07 (03:18)
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The success of being the first mover, right place and right time, and existing reputation as an established founder influence getting opportunities in a startup. In contrast, other small businesses such as online coaching are different, where the operators already know their potential customers and how to retain them.