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May 28
24m 24s

Ignoring the competition, the next wave ...

37signals
About this episode

In this episode of The REWORK Podcast, 37signals co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson answer listener questions. They explain why keeping tabs on competitors isn’t part of their strategy, reflect on the changing face of leadership as younger CEOs step in, and talk about the energy that comes with fresh perspectives.

Key Takeaways:

  • 00:22 – Why focusing on your customers matters more than watching competitors
  • 05:55 – A new wave of CEOs is bringing a fresh approach to leadership
  • 10:34 – Why you don’t always need a mentor—sometimes figuring it out is the best teacher
  • 17:38 – Jason and David’s different views on handling employee roadblocks

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