$46B of hard truths from Ben Horowitz: Why founders fail and why you need to run toward fear (a16z co-founder)

In this episode of Lenny's Podcast, Ben Horowitz discusses leadership, decision-making, and company building. He shares insights on running towards fear, the importance of making difficult decisions, and the psychological challenges faced by CEOs. Horowitz emphasizes the need for an irrational desire to build something meaningful, the value of learning from struggle, and the importance of confidence for founders. He also touches on AI, the US's role in leading in AI, and his philanthropic work with the Paid in Full Foundation, which supports hip-hop pioneers.