
The PayPal Mafia’s hiring strategy was different from most startups. Instead of prioritizing experience, they focused on hiring young, high-talent individuals who could learn quickly. This approach built a team of future entrepreneurs who thrived under pressure. After PayPal’s $1.5B sale to eBay in 2002, its early team went on to build major companies. Elon Musk founded SpaceX and Tesla, Reid Hoffman created LinkedIn, and Peter Thiel launched a hedge fund. Many others became top investors and startup founders. Their success was amplified by timing. The early 2000s downturn allowed them to launch without heavy competition. With capital from PayPal, they had the resources to experiment, take risks, and redefine the tech landscape. Follow @ethical_finance_hub for more! Video: Khan Academy Partners/YT [Reid Hoffman, PayPal, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneur, Business, Startup] #reidhoffman #paypal #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #business #startup #mindset #viral #explore #trending
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