Undigital Podcast

In this episode, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky discusses the company’s latest innovations, including the introduction of the co-hosting network and new guest experience updates. He reflects on the impact of “Airbnb Categories” and how the platform is evolving to provide more personalized travel experiences. Chesky also shares his leadership philosophy, emphasizing the importance of staying present in the details and redefining micromanagement as a form of partnership rather than control. He offers insights into “Founder Mode,” explaining why great leaders should balance trust and involvement to effectively guide their teams. Chesky’s vision for Airbnb’s future is one of continuous innovation and deeper engagement with both hosts and guests.

Airbnb's Winter Release
My previous interview with Brian

Mostly, Jason and Jess talk about how we're all doing pretty much everything wrong. Sure, we made it through Thanksgiving, but it was a lot different than in the past. That includes shopping for gifts on Black Friday/Cyber Monday, but doesn't stop there.

We also talked about Salesforce buying Slack and what that means for people working remotely. Oh, and Microsoft introduced a "tool" that was really a way to monitor what their teams are doing. It's creepy and we talked about what it means, as well as Microsoft's updated response to the pushback.

Finally, we talked about how most people aren't willing to put in the extra effort when it comes to sending messages on LinkedIn. I think we agree it's a useful tool, especially for freelancers or people looking for work, but only if you do it right--which most people aren't.

Best Gadgets Gifts for techies.

Microsoft's Productivity Score is Creepy

Fortunately, they made some changes

Salesforce Spent $27.7 Billion on Slack.

Honestly, that's a steal for Salesforce.

Stop doing this on LinkedIn - it's hurting your brand.

Jason and Jess talk through Apple's recent announcements, including the purple iPhone, AppleCard Family, the new iPad Pro, and the colorful new iMac. They also touched on the controversy at Basecamp, including the problem with taking sides. That's a lot for one episode, but I think we made it through.

Technical difficulties meant that this episode is late, which just means you're going to get to listen to us twice this week!

Also, Jess had a birthday, and we're not asking how old she is. And Jason was in New York to see a car. It was a very nice car.

On to the show notes.

Jason and Jess talk about the iPhone 12, and whether or not it's worth it for the cameras and the 5G (definitely not the latter). They also talk about why Ted Lasso is such a hit, as well as favorite TV shows in general. It's official, Ted Lasso is exactly what 2020 (and Apple TV+) needed.

On more substantive topics they talk about the best iPhone apps for staying organized and getting stuff done and how to improve workplace culture when you can't all be together.

Jason and Jess talk about the recent iPhone 12/12 Pro review, and why it might be worth upgrading for the cameras alone if your current device is more than a few years old.

They also talk streaming services, including the news that Quibi announced it was shutting down. On the other hand, Ted Lasso is not shutting down and is currently the best thing in streaming. It wasn't difficult, but Jason manages to get Jess completely hooked. You should definitely watch it too.

On a more practical note, they discuss how to manage time and actually get things done when you don't work in an office and have someone looking over your shoulder all the time.

Which iPhone 12 you should buy.

Quibi didn't fail because of the pandemic. (It was just bad)

Ted Lasso is the best thing on streaming.