REWORK

Everybody Works

Sep 18, 2024 · 26 min · Season 2 · Episode 123 · 19.0 MBExplicit
0:00-26:21

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37signals' co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson discuss their unique approach of operating without full-time managers. They reflect on the company's experience with full-time managers and share why they've moved to a flatter organization.

Key Takeaways:

  • 00:54 - The before and after of 37signals' experience with full-time managers
  • 08:34 - The founders thoughts on being directly involved in the business
  • 10:36 - Why the company's management hierarchy works best for the founders
  • 17:17 - 37signals' career ladder doesn't necessarily mean people leadership
  • 20:03 - What company size makes sense for having more management layers

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