“In order to protect against being disrupted, startups also need to recruit employees that are committed to life-long learning. The skills that made your team members valuable may not be the skills needed to take your company to the next level or to compete in emerging markets.”

Jay Samit is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and author. He’s best known for guiding tech startups to success as an early investor and advisor, and for writing practical books on innovation and leadership. His work bridges business strategy with accessible insights for founders and executives.