Tim Kendall: Former Facebook Exec, Former President of Pinterest, and Former Wrestler
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Hosted by Guy Kawasaki, the guest is Tim Kendall, a notable individual with a strong background in companies like Facebook and Pinterest. Tim's career began with an internship under Guy, and he later became the Director of Monetization at Facebook, playing a crucial role in helping the company generate revenue. He then served as the head of product and President of Pinterest, focusing on improving the company. Tim is currently the president of Moment, a company dedicated to improving people's relationships with their phones and promoting overall health.
The conversation between Guy and Tim covers various topics, including Tim's internship experience, missed opportunities, and career decisions. They discuss Tim's success at Facebook and Pinterest and how he selects startups to work for. They also talk about the significance of Tim wearing a "Focus" shirt for over four years at Pinterest, inspired by Mark Zuckerberg's tie-wearing decision.
The impact of Russian interference on the 2016 election and the ethical concerns associated with social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter are also discussed. Tim compares the tactics used by these platforms to those of big tobacco and emphasizes the need for accountability.
Guy and Tim also discuss the qualities of wrestlers and military personnel that make them attractive hires. They express admiration for the sacrifices made by those in the military.
Before concluding the interview, Guy promises to check Tim's LinkedIn profile and suggests an addition to it. They briefly discuss the reMarkable company, with Tim expressing his admiration for their product.
In closing, Guy thanks individuals who have assisted him in the podcast creation process and reminds listeners to follow health guidelines.
Hosted by Guy Kawasaki, the guest is Tim Kendall, a notable individual with a strong background in c