Justin Rosenstein

Co-Founder, Advisor & Director, Asana

Search every verified Justin Rosenstein interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Justin Rosenstein, co-founder of Asana, has spoken about the need to redesign technology and economic systems to prioritize human well-being over profit. In a March 2024 podcast, he argued that social media companies are trapped by a profit-maximization system that incentivizes keeping users engaged, and he called for new design paradigms focused on what is meaningful and valuable. He also discussed the potential for participatory governance, such as citizen councils, to guide the use of artificial intelligence, stating that "if we can make sure that democracy is at the heart of deciding... what AI is used for, then AI could be this incredible benefit to humanity." In earlier talks, Rosenstein has emphasized the importance of intentional company culture, describing it as a "second product" that can be designed and improved like any other. He has advocated for pushing decision-making authority to individual contributors and for viewing managers as supporters rather than bosses. He has also expressed concern about the environmental and social consequences of current economic incentives, and has urged technologists to consider their role in creating a sustainable and equitable future, saying that "we collectively are authoring our future."