John Hennessy: Chairman of Alphabet | #ThePlaybook 348

Jan 12, 2021, 10:00 AM

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