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[–] [email protected] 66 points 1 year ago (2 children)

The thing to remember is that CEOs aren't typically any smarter than the average person. They ended up in that position from inheritances, personal connections, etc. In the case of Musk, he has so much disposable income around that he can throw $30B at something and still have more than you or I will ever earn in a lifetime.

[–] [email protected] 31 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Ever see Glass Onion? Musk (and spez) are Miles Bron.

[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 year ago

We’re Disruptors.

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago

I actually haven't but added it to my list of movies I need to watch. Thanks!!

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

But you just know he has people that are on the payroll specifically to advise him and develop strategy. Either they’re surrounded by yesmen or they’re too arrogant to listen to the people they pay for advice. Okay, it’s probably both.