Be the person you want others to perceive you as. So if you want others to see you as a leader, then act like one. Don't expect things to be handed to you. You have to work for it. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Be transparent about why the termination is happening. If you did things right, it shouldn't be a surprise to the person. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
I took on the role of CEO, which involves directing the Management Team and overall day-to-day operations of 500. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
It was my first time in prison. I was there to volunteer with Defy Ventures, along with 500 teammates Tara Graham, Brian Wang, and… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Many people are allergic to process and structure because it causes traumatic flashbacks of working at BigCo and suffering through bureaucracy for bureaucracy's sake. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Offering unequal leaves just reinforces the longstanding notion that parenting responsibilities aren't equal, and that doesn't help anyone. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
In life, you don't get what you deserve. You get what you negotiate. So don't be afraid to ask - the worst you can… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
As a society, we're failing. In so many ways. Such high incarceration rates of underrepresented minorities ultimately means we're missing out on great potential… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
There are huge pain points experienced by parents. It's hard to find good child care options in one place. It's hard figure out things… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
I think kindness is actually under-rated. Especially with Silicon Valley - and probably in business in general - it's seen as being a pushover… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Throughout the day, I'm always thinking about 500, the team, and how we can do things harder/better/faster/stronger. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Once your company grows past a certain point, upholding values becomes more and more difficult. This is where companies get into trouble. Thus, it's… — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
Entrepreneurs don't have a regular 9-5 work day. They don't take vacations. They live and breathe their business 24/7 and wear many different hats. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
People will never stop having kids, and people will never stop spending money on them to make sure they're safe, healthy, and educated. — Christine Tsai Copy Share Image
