Sam Hinkie - Find Your People - [Invest Like the Best, REPLAY]

In this episode of Invest Like the Best, Patrick O'Shaughnessy interviews Sam Hinkie, former NBA executive and now venture capitalist at 87 Capital, about his approach to interviewing, evaluating talent, and building trust. Hinkie emphasizes understanding how people think and learn, using digital "breadcrumbs" to assess their trajectory, and creating an environment that attracts exceptional individuals. The conversation explores the importance of humility, continuous evolution, and aligning incentives, drawing parallels between sports and the business world. Hinkie shares insights on leadership, the power of relationships, and the strategic outsourcing of business processes, advocating for a focus on core competencies and long-term value creation. The discussion also touches on the influence of Robert Caro's works on Hinkie's perspectives on power and decision-making.