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Founder Archetypes: Jack Sparrow vs. James Bond PG has proposed James Bond as a model of what you're looking for in startup co-founders. The idea is that being calm, resourceful, and effective in a variety of adverse situations is more important than extreme competence in some single domain. I love the directional point, but I think that James Bond can be a pretty intimidating archetype: He is known for not only succeeding, but doing so always with style and charm. I think this is like asking everyone to be a great dancer. I recently watched Pirates of the Caribbean for the first time and it struck me that Jack Sparrow is another interesting model for founders: + He's confident he can run circles around the incumbent (the British Empire) since they've become too rigid and stodgy. + He's light-hearted in near death situations, since pirates are already default-dead. + He's fast-acting, rather than cautious, since he trusts his ability to wiggle out of bad situations when they arise.

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^ Sam Altman on the James Bond point from the classic "How to Start a Startup" series: "And you definitely need relentlessly resourceful cofounders, but there's a more colorful example that we share at the YC kickoff. Paul Graham started using this and I've kept it going. So, you're looking for cofounders that need to be unflappable, tough, they know what to do in every situation. They act quickly, they're decisive, they're creative, they're ready for anything, and it turns out that there's a model for this in pop culture. And it sounds very dumb, but it's at least very memorable and we've told every class of YC this for a long time and I think it helps them. And that model is James Bond. And again, this sounds crazy, but it will at least stick in your memory and you need someone that behaves like James Bond more than you need someone that is an expert in some particular domain."

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very cool framing not a founder but there're times where i'm max sparrowing inside but act james bondy externally and somehow that makes people trust more and stay collected (in big organizations that are passed their 'start up' phase).

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Jack Sparrow: Confidence in agility over charm

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Here’s what I think! From an investor's perspective (whether venture or angel investor), both types of people are dangerous, but Jack Sparrow is more dangerous! Jack: 1) Doesn't share his vision with his team. 2) Has a messy personal life and many hostile relationships, which have led to his inability to maintain his company, the Black Pearl. 3) Above all, he's insincere and doesn't deliver consistent results.

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In my opinion, both Jack Sparrow and James Bond offer valuable characteristics for startup co-founders. Jack Sparrow's confidence and ability to adapt quickly to challenging situations can be just as valuable as James Bond's calm and resourceful demeanor. Ultimately, a combination of the two archetypes may provide a well-rounded approach to startup success

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Overall, I believe both Jack Sparrow and James Bond offer valuable founder archetypes. While James Bond represents calm, resourcefulness, and effectiveness, Jack Sparrow brings a light-hearted and fast-acting approach to adversity. It's important to recognize that there isn't one "perfect" archetype, but rather a combination of traits that can lead to success in the startup world

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Honestly think either works, but I get the more attainable nature of the Jack Sparrow example. Jack's antics make for a great story when you're retelling it after a successful exit at least!

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Sparrow: bold, adaptable, carefree Bond: calm, resourceful, suave Both have strengths, but Sparrow's flexibility may be more relatable for founders in uncertain, rapidly changing environments

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Jack Sparrow embodies a different approach to startup leadership: confident, adaptable, and quick-thinking. Both archetypes offer valuable lessons for founders

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This !!! I think this is really what made James Bond super popular, his charismatic approach and his ability to carry out deadly moves while looking ice cold This ability to remain calm and collected despite being under intense pressure, is one quality I’m looking to build What’s your advise for me, regarding this

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