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January 12, 2021
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John Hennessy is president of Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google. In this episode #Playbook, Hennessy’s conversation with host David Meltzer about “formula” companies needs to be fantastic, what he looks for when evaluating a startup and why you shouldn’t focus on your legacy too early in your career.
Hennessy talks about his childhood, including the influence of his parents and his five siblings. He speaks for the importance of doing great work for customers and employees for businesses.
Hennessy discusses what she sees for startups when evaluating what and how much to invest, namely the risks associated with their technology, business and team risk – whether the company’s management can handle change and growth.
Hennessy talks about inheritance and focusing on it too early in your career can put you at risk. He also portrays his favorite Socrates quote, which deals with heritage.
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