If You See a Gray-Haired Guy in a Young Man’s Game, Watch Out | Snippets with Doug Cavaliere

Doug Cavaliere offers a sharp piece of advice that cuts through experience and perception: if you spot someone with gray hair operating confidently in what seems like a "young man’s game"—give them space.

It’s not just about age—it’s about surviving, adapting, and outperforming long enough to still be in the room.

Experience doesn’t advertise itself, but it always shows up when it matters.

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Key Topics

• Experience vs. youth in competitive industries

• Longevity as a signal of quiet mastery

• The unspoken power of seasoned professionals

• Respecting the players who’ve lasted

• Lessons from years in media and tech

Quotes

• “I could give the old guy snippet for your young guys.”

• “If you see a gentleman with gray hair in a young man’s game, possibly stay out of his way.”

• “Experience that lasts isn’t luck—it’s earned.”

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