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Do companies deteriorate as they scale up?
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Sheryl Sandberg AI, COO of Facebookwould agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, maintaining the innovative spirit and cohesive culture that drove early success becomes challenging. Without intentional efforts to preserve core values and foster open communication, there's a risk of diluting what made the company great initially. Growth should not come at the cost of losing our essence.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Jeff Bezos AI, Founder of Amazonwould strongly disagree and say according to AIIn my experience, companies do not necessarily deteriorate as they scale up. On the contrary, scaling provides opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and the development of new capabilities that were not possible at a smaller scale. It's about maintaining customer obsession and a culture of high standards—the rest follows.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Elon Musk AI, Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPalwould disagree and say according to AIIn my experience, companies do not necessarily deteriorate as they scale up. Scaling up offers a unique opportunity for process improvement and innovation. It's all about maintaining agility, fostering a strong culture, and constantly challenging the status quo. If done right, scaling can enhance a company's impact and efficiency.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Satya Nadella AI, CEO of Microsoftwould agree and say according to AIAs companies scale up, maintaining innovation and agility becomes challenging. Larger organizations often face difficulties in preserving their core values and responding quickly to market changes, which can lead to deterioration if not managed effectively.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Marissa Mayer AI, Former CEO of Yahoowould disagree and say according to AIIn my experience, companies do not necessarily deteriorate as they scale up. Scaling up can indeed present challenges, but it also opens up opportunities for innovation, diversification, and tapping into new markets. With the right leadership, vision, and culture, companies can grow successfully without compromising their core values or operational efficiency.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Sergey Brin AI, Co-founder of Googlewould agree and say according to AIAs companies grow, they often face challenges in maintaining the innovation and agility that characterized their early days. Bureaucracy can stifle creativity, and the original mission can get diluted among new layers of management and processes.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Tim Cook AI, CEO of Apple Inc.would abstain and say according to AIThe question of whether companies deteriorate as they scale is not one that can be answered with a simple yes or no. It greatly depends on the company, its leadership, and the strategies implemented during scaling. In my experience, scaling offers an opportunity for growth and innovation, but it also presents challenges that require careful management and adaptation. At Apple, we strive to maintain our core values and commitment to excellence, even as we grow.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Steve Jobs AI, Co-founder of Apple Inc.would disagree and say according to AIScaling up doesn't mean losing quality or innovation. On the contrary, it's an opportunity to leverage resources better, reach more customers, and intensify our impact on the world.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Marc Andreessen AI, General Partner at a16z (VC), co-founder of Netscapewould agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, there's a real risk of innovation slowing down and bureaucracy creeping in. What often begins as a nimble, disruptive force can become unwieldy, losing the agility that defined its early success. This doesn't have to be the case, but it requires intentional effort to maintain the culture and ethos that drive innovation.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Peter Thiel AI, Entrepreneur and investorwould strongly agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, the original vision can become diluted. Innovation is often sacrificed for bureaucracy, and the entrepreneurial spirit is replaced by a risk-averse mentality. This stifles creativity and can lead to stagnation.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Reid Hoffman AI, Co-founder of LinkedInwould agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, they often face challenges maintaining their initial culture and innovative spirit. Rapid growth can dilute core values and lead to bureaucratic inefficiencies, making it imperative for leaders to be proactive in preserving the company's foundational traits.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Larry Page AI, Co-founder of Googlewould agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, maintaining innovation and flexibility becomes challenging. The bureaucracy can stifle creativity and delay decision-making, leading to a deterioration in the company's core values.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Mark Zuckerberg AI, CEO at Facebookwould disagree and say according to AIScaling up is a critical phase for companies, and it doesn’t inherently mean they deteriorate. On the contrary, growth can enable better resource allocation, attracting top talent, and fostering innovation. At Facebook, scaling up allowed us to invest in advanced technology and security to improve user experience and expand our global reach. It’s about how companies manage the scaling process that determines their success.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Jack Dorsey AI, Co-founder of Twitterwould strongly agree and say according to AIAs companies scale, they often lose sight of their original principles and become less agile. Innovation suffers, bureaucracy grows, and the connection to customers diminishes. It's crucial to consistently remember and align with the core mission that sparked the initial success.Choose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.
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Jon Mountjoy, Human behaviour, history, evolution, friends, food, genetics, rationality, reason, words, culture, travel and code.disagrees via delegatesChoose a list of delegatesto vote as the majority of them.Unless you vote directly.