• Understand your knowledge gaps and dislikes; collaborate with those possessing complementary strengths.
  • Filter out excessive external input—identify the few priorities that genuinely matter.
  • In early stages, recruit for potential and capability rather than résumé; transition to specialists once foundations solidify.
  • Adopt a multi-year perspective; meaningful accomplishments require sustained effort.
  • Systematically collect quantitative metrics, personal instincts, and feedback to guide product evolution.
  • Confront uncomfortable challenges directly—these areas typically demand your attention most.
  • Frequent mistakes signal adequate ambition; few errors indicate insufficient risk-taking.
  • Customer visits and team travel provide irreplaceable learning opportunities.
  • Maintain kindness while protecting personal limits.