Episode 215: Jen Wong - Chief Operating Officer at Reddit

In this episode of the "Why Not Now" show, Amy Jo Martin interviews Jen Wong, the COO of Reddit, about her decision-making processes and leadership insights. Wong shares her experience of joining Reddit earlier than planned, detailing her visceral approach to big decisions, which involves envisioning the potential outcomes and trusting her gut. The conversation explores Wong's perspective on balancing proactive action with allowing situations to unfold, fostering entrepreneurial spirit within large companies, and the evolving concept of the career ladder. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on online communities and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, as well as the shift towards remote work. Wong also shares her productivity tips, emphasizing the importance of sleep and aligning tasks with her natural biorhythm, and touches on Reddit's approach to content moderation and governance.