Seth Godin @ThisIsSethsBlog
Seth Godin shaped how I think about building products, communicating value, and earning attention in crowded markets. Through books like What to Do When It’s Your Turn, Tribes, and This Is Marketing, he focuses on creating work that matters, developing trust with audiences, and growing businesses by serving a clear and committed community.
Dave Asprey @bulletproofexec
Dave Asprey introduced me to the idea that performance, health, and longevity can be actively engineered rather than passively accepted. His work sparked my interest in biohacking and taking a more deliberate approach to physical and mental optimization.
Amir Husain @amirhusain_tx
Amir Husain helped me better understand exponential technology and how artificial intelligence reshapes scale, speed, and competitive advantage. His perspective on AI pushed me to think beyond linear progress and toward systems that compound intelligence and impact over time.
Elon Musk @elonmusk
Elon Musk is a reminder that perceived limits are often self-imposed. His willingness to pursue problems others avoid has influenced how I think about ambition, risk, and building toward outcomes that initially feel unrealistic.
Peter Thiel @peterthiel
Peter Thiel’s thinking around contrarian ideas, first principles, and building something truly differentiated has had a lasting influence on how I evaluate businesses and investments. He reinforced the value of independent thought, even when it is uncomfortable.
Matthew Prince @eastdakota
Matthew Prince stands out as a founder who combines technical depth with clear leadership. Watching Cloudflare grow under his guidance shaped how I think about long-term vision, infrastructure, and building durable companies.
Charlie Munger @CharlieMunger00
Charlie Munger’s approach to investing and life emphasized patience, rationality, and multidisciplinary thinking. His lessons go far beyond finance and continue to influence how I make decisions and avoid unnecessary complexity.
Brian Feroldi @BrianFeroldi
Brian Feroldi helped demystify long-term investing for me. His clear, practical approach reinforced the importance of fundamentals, time horizons, and disciplined thinking over speculation.
Keith Rabois @rabois
Keith Rabois’ writing and commentary influenced several major decisions in my life, including relocating my family from Los Angeles to Miami. It turned out to be a great move. His directness and clarity around business and culture resonated with me.
Reid Hoffman @reidhoffman
Reid Hoffman helped sharpen my understanding of investing in software versus physical assets (bits versus atoms). His thinking around networks, scale, and timing has shaped how I view modern technology businesses.
I am grateful for the ideas, frameworks, and examples these people have put into the world. Their work helped me move from uncertainty to conviction, and from observation to action. While everyone’s path is different, learning from those who have built thoughtfully and endured over time has been one of the most valuable advantages in my own journey.
"The influence of a role model can last a lifetime, so it is important to choose wisely." -Richard Fox