Vinod Khosla

Vinod Khosla argues that building an ambitious company starts with a large vision and a team capable of learning, adapting, and making decisions under uncertainty. Founders should stay committed to the vision while changing plans and tactics as they discover what is hard. Early hiring and generous equity help attract people who can shape the company, while investors and advisers should be chosen for relevant experience and support through setbacks. He also urges entrepreneurs to pair big goals with practical early steps and to pursue technology that can transform major parts of society.