The Tim Ferriss Show

The Tim Ferriss Show

#607: Luis von Ahn, Co-Founder and CEO of Duolingo — How to Be (Truly) Mission-Driven, Monetization Experiments, 10x Growth, Org Chart Iterations for Impacting Metrics, The Intricate Path to an IPO, Best Hiring Practices, Catching Exam Cheaters, The Allure of Toto Toilets, The Future of Duolingo, and How to Stand Out in Your Career

Jul 13, 2022 · 02:00:41

✨ AI Summary

Von Ahn shares how to be mission-driven and achieve 10x growth at Duolingo.
Discusses monetization, organizational structure, and the path to an IPO.
Offers insights on hiring, catching cheaters, and standing out in a career.

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Luis von Ahn

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