In this podcast, Josh Kopelman talks about his journey as an entrepreneur and venture capitalist. He recounts the story of when one of the founders of the Carlisle group told him that he hoped he would make a billion dollars, and how that moment made him feel.
In this podcast, the host discusses the unique heart of cuttlefish as well as his Instagram post soliciting questions about personal and work topics.
The overuse of mass layoffs in modern corporations makes it risky to work in them, as they are not run based on meritocracy. Successful entrepreneurs do not view themselves as taking risks, but there is a distinction between social entrepreneurs and business entrepreneurs, with the former aiming to contribute to a cause while the latter aims for profit.
A group of 20-year-olds who call themselves the "Gen Z Runescape Mafia" use their shared experience playing an online game to inform their approach to building companies, according to a report from The New York Times. By learning from each other and breaking down invisible rules in their heads, they hope to create successful businesses.
A father-son pair delve into creating a business that focuses on achieving their goals and enjoying what they do. They talk about how their engineering backgrounds give them skills that are useful in entrepreneurship, and also discuss their motivations beyond just financial success.
The speaker discusses two ways of navigating legal barriers in entrepreneurship: either fighting the laws and creating the business anyway or building the business community and exerting strong pressure to change the laws.
Julisa Prado shares three lessons from running a profitable self-funded business that has become the first of its kind in many spaces.
The speaker faced numerous issues while trying to start an app and meeting an attorney, however, they believe that obstacles are a form of support from the universe.
A man is attempting to make $1 million in four months by having everyone chip in $10. This venture is likely to raise some eyebrows.
The greatest skill for entrepreneurs and side hustlers is curiosity and asking questions. By asking questions and identifying daily problems and inefficiencies, entrepreneurs can come up with creative solutions that can lead to success.
The speaker talks about being attacked by Jason and his crew of bullies for years, but also discusses the foresight and planning put into building legacy weapons systems for a situation like today which has been war gamed out to the nth degree. Jason has refused to have the speaker on his show because he claims the speaker is too thin-skinned and disagrees with him on some things about Oculus.
The United States applauds entrepreneurs and believes in second chances without punishing people for the rest of their lives for failure or past mistakes. The last 20 years saw anemic growth in the country and left behind too many people.
The conversation around depression and entrepreneurship is growing, but entrepreneurs often still feel alone when dealing with their own struggles. Brad Feld talks about his journey of finding comfort in talking openly about his depression with his partners and friends.
The founder of DoorDash talks about the importance of being curious and competent at logistics, the early confidence in DoorDash's success, and the importance of solving actual problems.
Leaving school at age 15, Richard Branson set out to make a difference in the world by creating a magazine that addressed important issues of the time, after being inspired by setting up a student advisory center. The center helped people with various problems such as venereal diseases, the gay population, psychiatric advice, and suicidal or mental disorders.
The speaker expresses the difficulty of running a successful business and references the struggles that other entrepreneurs have faced.
The speaker borrowed $600 to buy equipment and inventory to create his first business, selling miniature picture frames to stores like TGNY. The frames were basic knickknacks for people to turn into craft projects.
The speaker shares a technique for managing overwhelming feelings of productivity pressure: draw a line down the center of a page and write down things you hate and things you love. He believes that this will make it easier for entrepreneurs to focus on what they truly want to accomplish.
Former hockey player, Wayne Powers, started a shoe company with the help of Derek Jeter that focuses on providing comfortable and stylish shoes for everyday wear. Powers attributes his success in hockey to his sixth sense on the ice.
The speaker talks about how entrepreneurship can become a new addiction after experiencing a lack of purpose in life, and how he found a new sense of fulfillment in building a business.
The hosts discuss their plans to start a printing business for local businesses in order to make more profit and avoid having to store a surplus of t-shirts in their house. They also discuss the idea that being angry is a choice, and therefore, no one else can truly make you happy.
Entrepreneurship should not be solely pursued for monetary gain, as the richest people in the world did not become wealthy by focusing solely on making money. Sticking to your zone of genius is essential for success as an entrepreneur.
Steve Jobs' unique personality traits and interests drove his unconventional approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing individual work and creative passions through investments in real estate, architecture, and boat design.
This podcast episode explores the success of entrepreneur, Jihan Thompson, who runs two companies while also being a mommy blogger and novelist. The conversation touches upon topics such as the entertainment industry's underestimation of women and the privilege required to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors.
When turning a hobby into a business, it can be difficult to handle unsupportive relatives and the challenges of dealing with regulations like HOA. It's important to stay focused on your goals and believe in yourself.
Simon Cowell discusses how trying to sell shows like American Idol and Got Talent and the hiccups he had to overcome actually led to changing the way business was done. He also talks about the importance of putting together a strong team for any production.
The speaker discusses various entrepreneurial ideas they have had for opening businesses in their neighborhood, including a cupcake shop and a hot dog cart.
