The 10X Capital Podcast
The 10X Capital Podcast is a podcast that interviews the world's leading institutional investors. Previous guests include The Ford Foundation, Northwestern University Endowment, CalPERS, Stepstone, and other top limited partners.
E15: Scott Painter on His Relationship with Elon Musk and the Future of Mobility
Scott Painter, CEO of Autonomy sits down with David Weisburd to discuss how he creates value as a serial entrepreneur and why Elon Musk has been able to be successful through all his ventures. We’re proudly sponsored by Tactyc, visit tactyc.io if you’re ready to level up your venture fund.
Key Points
- Scott Painter's career in the auto industry reflects a commitment to leveraging technology to simplify the process of buying and owning a car, as evidenced by his foundational work at companies like CarsDirect.com and TrueCar.
- As an entrepreneur, Scott is driven by a belief in his own ability to create value and a willingness to reinvest his earnings into new ventures, exemplified by his approach to running his current company, Autonomy, which focuses on providing flexible access to electric vehicles.
- Scott shares insights into Elon Musk's success, attributing it to Musk's first principles thinking, his ability to empower and inspire his team, and his strategic approach to business that prioritizes long-term impact over short-term gains.
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