Be Good
20 hours ago
- Combining 'make something people want' with downplaying business models initially describes a charity, yet many successful startups start this way.
- Benevolence helps startups in three ways: improves morale, attracts help, and serves as a decision-making compass.
- The 'tamagotchi effect' shows that user dependence motivates founders to persist through difficult times.
- Being good attracts idealistic top talent and investors, as people rally around benevolent missions.
- Adopting 'Don't be evil' as a corporate policy can prevent laziness and ensure long-term success.