Many people with jobs have a fantasy about all the amazing things they would do if they didn't need to work. In reality, if they had the drive and commitment to do actually do those things, they wouldn't let a job get in the way.
Paul BuchheitIf everything you do works, then you're not taking many risks and probably aren't innovating either.
Paul BuchheitGoogle is about information and computers and making things really fast. Facebook is about the sharing and connections. These missions give these companies direction and motivation.
Paul BuchheitThe intrinsic path to success is to focus on being the person that you are, and put all of your energy and drive into being the best possible version of yourself.
Paul BuchheitPart of the excitement was just seeing how the world would respond. I kind of like uncertainty to some extent, because it's a little bit of suspense and excitement and adventure, almost, right? And you can learn a lot even if things don't work out. But not everyone likes adventure. A lot of people seem to be against uncertainty, actually. In all areas of life.
Paul Buchheit