Sequoia Capital partner Shaun Maguire, in an interview, shared insights into Elon Musk's ability to lead multiple groundbreaking companies like SpaceX and Tesla. Maguire, with a background in mathematics, physics, and e-sports, highlighted Musk's use of a '20-person collective intelligence' system and rigorous talent selection processes. He also discussed the '15-level intelligence hierarchy' theory that Musk employs to drive innovation. Maguire reflected on his investment experiences, including the debated 2019 SpaceX investment and the sale of NVIDIA at a $60 billion valuation. The conversation explored how elite talent is identified, capital is allocated, and cognitive frameworks influence decision-making in high-stakes scenarios, offering a glimpse into the operational strategies of top innovators.