The author reflects on the journey of OpenAI, particularly the development and impact of ChatGPT, which launched on November 30, 2022, and has shown a growth curve unlike anything seen before. The company's mission is to ensure that AGI benefits all of humanity. The author discusses the challenges and rewards of building a company around new technology, highlighting the importance of a board with diverse viewpoints and broad experience. The author also shares personal experiences, including being fired by surprise and the importance of gratitude towards those who have supported them. The company has made significant progress in research and deployment, focusing on safety and benefits sharing. The author believes that the best way to make an AI system safe is through iterative release, allowing society to adapt and co-evolve with the technology. OpenAI is now aiming towards superintelligence, which could accelerate scientific discovery and innovation. The author concludes by expressing gratitude to those who have helped them, particularly Ron Conway and Brian Chesky, and looks forward to paying it forward.