Tom Hicks

What Motivates Me

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What motivates me isn't a particular technology or industry—it's the opportunity to understand, improve, and create. I'm happiest when I'm learning something new, helping people overcome challenges, or building something that didn't exist before. Those motivations have guided both my professional career and the projects I pursue outside of work.

Curiosity

You repeatedly jump into new domains and learn them deeply.

Building

Whether it's software, games, tools, electronics, or content, you like making things.

Community

Organizing, mentoring, and creating spaces where people can contribute.

Learning

You seem happiest when exploring something unfamiliar.

Accessibility

A personal motivation that clearly influences your thinking.

Continuous Improvement

A lot of your work involves making existing systems, processes, and teams better.