Contrary to what I read and heard on Twitter and multiple podcasts over the last week, I believe that Zuckerberg did not:
- self implode
- have a panic attack, or
- evade questions.
at last week’s D8 Conference. I think he acquitted himself well. Yes it was hot in there and he sweated a lot. Yes, he’s not an ideal public speaker. But at 26 years of age, for who he is, I think he did well.
At a few points there were noticeable gaps in time before he answered a question. Some characterized those gaps as a panic attack. I characterize it as the response of a careful and thoughtful person. Thinking before speaking is an admirable quality.
I understand why people disagree with Facebook’s privacy policies (most notably Jason Calacanis), but I don’t understand the rabid Facebook villainization I’ve witnessed recently.
The D8 interview was interesting. Certainly the most insightful Zuckerberg interview I’ve seen.
Watch the video above (larger version here) and judge for yourself.
