Lots of threads covering startup growth, angel investing, etc. Very little is shared here on people mgnmt - one of the hardest + most frustrating aspects of leadership.

I went from zero experience to hiring / managing >75 people in the span of 36 mos.

Here's what I learned 👇 First, some context. I joined Uber from a PE investing background with zero management experience. Zero.

My first job was as an international launcher focused on Eastern Europe. My job was to launch new cities concurrently while recruiting, training + managing local ops teams.

After 5 incredible years, I've decided to move on from Uber. My journey has spanned 3 roles and countless cities in Europe and North America. It's also given me the opportunity to work with and learn from the brightest people I've ever met. Here's what I've learned (thread): (1) Startups are HARD! You're in unchartered territory 99% of the time, obstacles are everywhere, processes don't exist, nothing is written down. Mental toughness and persistence are crucial. Every day is a rollercoaster of emotions. The only constant is feeling uncomfortable.