Alfred Lin on Airbnb, DoorDash, OpenAI & Citadel Securities

In this episode of the Sourcery podcast, Chris Power interviews Alfred Lin, a partner at Sequoia Capital, about various aspects of venture capital, company building, and navigating turbulent market conditions. They discuss Sequoia's investment in Citadel Securities, the rapid pace of change in the AI sector, and the importance of building companies with a global vision. Lin shares insights on how Airbnb navigated the COVID-19 crisis, emphasizing the importance of leadership, culture, and resilience. The conversation also covers the current AI investment landscape, the potential for AI to expand market sizes, and Lin's personal journey from studying math to becoming a venture capitalist. Lin also touches upon exit strategies for companies, the metrics used to measure performance, and his outlook on the future of AI and consumer experiences.