Trust and Adaptability
Lydia Jett discusses the importance of understanding the market environment and the ability to adapt in investing. She highlights Masa's strong conviction in big ideas, his willingness to change direction quickly, and his trust in the people he works with. This trust creates an environment of optimism and excitement for founders, making SoftBank an attractive partner.In this clip
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Invest Like the Best
Lydia Jett - Investing in E-commerce - [Invest Like the Best, EP.282]
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