This Week in Startups Love.com, Lessons from Bain Crypto launch + Redfin Founder & CEO Glenn Kelman | E1405
Mar 10, 2022
Glenn Kelman, CEO and founder of Redfin, shares insights on the fluctuating real estate market and the shift toward a rental economy due to new policies. He discusses sustainable housing price increases and the influence of institutional investors. The conversation highlights the impact of tech workers migrating post-pandemic and how that changes urban and suburban living dynamics. Kelman also poses intriguing questions to the hosts, adding an engaging twist to the discussion.
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Building a Diverse Team
- Focus on building a diverse team with varied backgrounds to address broader markets.
- Avoid tokenism; instead, prioritize skills and perspectives that enhance your business.
The Self-Perpetuating Bias
- The "self-perpetuating top 100 list phenomenon" explains how top lists become static and hard to break into.
- This applies to venture capital, tech conferences, and CEO positions, hindering diversity.
Giving People an Exit Ramp
- Give people with blind spots a chance to learn and evolve.
- Judge them on their future actions and progress towards diversity, not just initial mistakes.