Nvidia CEO: “An empty chair is better than a chair filled with the wrong person.”

Naval Ravikant’s philosophy on quick iteration emphasizes “impatience with actions, patience with results”

Key Trade-offs | Aspect | Empty Chair Approach | Trial and Error | | ——– | ———————————- | ———————————— | | Speed | Slower hiring; short-term overload | Faster staffing; quicker resolution | | Risk | Low long-term damage | Potential toxicity or turnover | | Best for | High-stakes roles | Low-impact positions with easy exits |