Jake Gibson

Co-founder and Advisor of NerdWallet

Jake Gibson is the co-founder and advisor of NerdWallet, a startup focused on offering price-comparison tools for financial products. Prior to joining the company, Gibson did a long stint at JPMorgan Chase, where he traded derivatives and managed new automated trading technologies.

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Living

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Instead of spending all day, every day at work, get out and exercise. Not only will it be good for your soul but also your company.

Making a Change

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Productivity

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While some critics may balk at an unlimited vacation policy, when implemented correctly it can be a no-cost way to lure employees and boost productivity.

Thought Leaders

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Growing a Business

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Marketing

5 Essential Tips on How to Get the Most Out of Conferences

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