John Hennessy: Chairman of Alphabet | #ThePlaybook 348

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Hennessy, chairman of Alphabet and former president of Stanford University, shares his thoughts on:[2:43] - The "formula” he says that is behind building great companies[8:17] - The three key things he looks for when evaluating a startup[14:30] - The risks that come with focusing on your legacy too early in your career[16:46] - Why his favorite Socrates quote is essential for entrepreneurs to understand

On this episode of #ThePlaybook, John Hennessy, chairman of Alphabet and former president of Stanford University, shares his thoughts on:

• [2:43] - The "formula” he says that is behind building great companies
• [8:17] - The three key things he looks for when evaluating a startup
• [14:30] - The risks that come with focusing on your legacy too early in your career
• [16:46] - Why his favorite Socrates quote is essential for entrepreneurs to understand