The previous model of acquiring all innovation from outside companies (acquire-to-innovate) is fundamentally opposed to Tobi's philosophy; instead, he wants Shopify to innovate everywhere internally because that requires founders to demonstrate that they can solve the full spectrum of problems.
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Tobi LütkeEvidence Quote
“I would not be proud of overseeing a company like this [0:24:50]”
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Tobi Lütke: Empowering a World of Rebels | Knowledge Project Podcast— The Knowledge Project PodcastCreated: 8/11/2026, 1:11:36 AM
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