Meta CTO Advises Treating Relationships as Investments
Andrew “Boz” Bosworth, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Meta, recently shared insightful advice regarding personal relationships. In a blog post, he suggested managing these relationships as one would a stock portfolio. His concept revolves around treating the “emotional economy” in a logical and strategic manner.
Treating Relationships as Investments
According to Bosworth, individuals should view each person in their lives as if they were publicly traded securities. He emphasized the importance of distinguishing between different types of relationships:
- Major Stakeholders: Close relationships like parents, partners, and managers.
- Minor Stakeholders: Workmates and acquaintances.
- No Stake: Strangers, online commenters, and critics.
Assessing Emotional Equity
Bosworth argued that the influence a person has on our self-esteem should correlate with our emotional investment in them. For example, a casual insult from a stranger should not impact one’s self-worth much like a stock loss for a security they do not own. He remarked, “Most of us don’t run our emotional portfolios so rationally.”
Strategic Emotional Investments
He urged readers to reconsider how much emotional equity they allow others to have in their lives. By focusing on relationships that yield positive returns, individuals can optimize their emotional investments. “Manage your emotional economy like any other portfolio: diversify wisely, invest intentionally, and don’t panic when the market dips,” Bosworth advised. This approach encourages intentionality in nurturing connections that truly matter.
As a seasoned professional at Meta since 2006, Bosworth often shares lessons learned throughout his career. He noted that many insights came through challenging experiences. His reflections are designed to help others navigate their emotional landscapes more effectively.
Meta’s Performance Update
In a recent development, Meta reported its Q3 earnings, revealing a 9% decline in its stock following the earnings call. Such market fluctuations echo Bosworth’s message about the importance of maintaining rationality in emotional investments.
