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Is "Being A Jerk" Good For Business?

Is "Being A Jerk" Good For Business?

Problem Solvers

August 11, 202523m 22s

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Show Notes

The myth of the genius jerk founder has shaped startup culture for decades, but it’s wrong. Dr. Richard Hagberg and Tien Tzuo, co-authors of Founders Keepers, have the data to prove it. In this episode, they unpack the real traits that define high-performing founders, why bad behavior gets glorified, and how emotional intelligence and adaptability, not arrogance, drive lasting success.

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