Biz Stone

Entrepreneur

Biz Stone is a co-founder of Twitter and a pioneer in social media, known for his innovative approach to collaboration and communication.

Born
March 10, 1974
Quotes
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Rank
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About Biz Stone

Biz Stone — Life and Legacy

Biz Stone, co-founder of Twitter, has significantly influenced the landscape of social media and communication. His innovative mindset and emphasis on collaboration have shaped his approach to technology and entrepreneurship. Stone's belief that 'the best way to predict the future is to invent it' encapsulates his proactive stance on innovation, urging individuals to take charge of their destinies rather than waiting for change to happen. This quote reflects a core aspect of his philosophy: that creativity thrives in collaborative environments. Throughout his career, Stone has consistently challenged the status quo, advocating for the importance of meaningful connections in the digital age. He often speaks about the necessity of resilience in the face of failure, stating that setbacks should be viewed as opportunities for growth. This perspective not only highlights his understanding of the entrepreneurial journey but also serves as a guiding principle for those navigating the complexities of innovation. Today, Stone's insights remain relevant as they resonate with the ongoing evolution of social media and technology. His quotes inspire a generation of creators and innovators to prioritize collaboration and authenticity, ensuring that the digital landscape continues to foster genuine human connections.

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"Timing, perseverance, and ten years of trying will eventually make you look like an overnight success."

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"In order to succeed spectacularly you have to be willing to fail spectacularly."

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"Creativity is a renewable resource. Challenge yourself every day. Be as creative as you like, as often as you want, because you can never run out. Experience and curiosity drive us to make unexpected, offbeat connections. It is these nonlinear steps that often lead to the greatest work."

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"Creativity is an infinitely renewable resource - you are not going to run out of it - so don't be afraid to use it."

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"Inventing your dream is the first and biggest step toward making it come true."

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"You curate information that you want to receive. It's a lot different because I'm not asking you if it's okay, I'm just saying I'm following your updates. That's why I don't think of Twitter as a social network."

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"Understand that you dont have all the answers, you just have to start somewhere and keep an open mind."

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"At Twitter, mobile is in our DNA ... For us, it's all about mobile, and it always has been."

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"The two things I use the most are the MacBook Air and my iPhone. Those are my two most-used gadgets that are dented, scratched and smashed."

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"Even though running is physically straining, it's mentally refreshing. Especially when you feel like you've accomplished something."

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"I thought I was going to stay at Google, because it was a great place to work."

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"Success isn´t guaranteed, but failure is certain if you aren´t truly emotionally invested in your work."

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"Lesson number one: opportunity can be manufactured. Yes, you can wait around for the right set of circumstances to fall into place and then leap into action but you can also create those set of circumstances on your own. In so doing, you manufacture your own opportunities. This has helped me immeasurably."

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"Positive culture comes from being mindful, and respecting your coworkers, and being empathetic."

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"I mean, even when it's really simple, there's so much amazing beautiful creativity that can come out of that."

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