The video transcript discusses the phenomenon of Google employees leaving the company to start their own businesses. It highlights that while this is not a common practice encouraged by Google, it does happen occasionally. The speaker mentions that Google Ventures (GV) sometimes gets involved with these startups, although it is not a standard procedure. The transcript also notes the impressive network of former Google employees who have ventured into startups, some of which have received funding from GV. This indicates a supportive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship within the Google community, even after employees leave the company.