Episode
716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
55:45
Published: Wed Nov 07 2018
Description
GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR SUPERPOWERS. All of us have superpowers. They are the things that come easily to us. You have to find your superpower and then use it to change the world. Why is it so important? Because once you are coming from a place of passion, the rest will follow. People who lead with a desire for money or fame won’t have the same impact. It’s all about your intention. On today’s episode of The School of Greatness, I talk with an amazing entrepreneur and mother who has honed in on her superpowers and helps others find theirs: Rebekah Neumann. Rebekah Neumann is a founding partner and Chief Brand Officer at WeWork, where she has directed the company’s mission, values, and culture from its inception. As an artist, entrepreneur, and yogi, Neumann has also worked as an equity trader for Solomon Smith Barnet, gained certification as a Jivamukti yoga teacher and acted in and produced a number of film projects. Neumann majored in Business and studied Buddhism at Cornell University. Mother to five children, she is committed to creating a conscious educational community that fosters growth in children’s minds, bodies, and souls, unleashing endless happiness, global citizenship, and every child’s superpowers. Rebekah has now created WeGrow as a new approach to childhood education. She’s hoping to consciously and authentically help the planet through her work using her superpower of intuition. So get ready to get in touch with your superpowers on Episode 716. Some Questions I Ask: Do you ever hate anything? (13:47) Who came up with the name “WeWork?” (14:54) What inspired you to start a different type of school? (24:24) What are you the proudest of? (33:07) How do you emotionally handle your business taking off? (40:38) Why is WeWork taking off? (42:26) In This Episode You Will Learn: Rebekah’s superpower (11:43) Why anger isn’t a helpful emotion (19:46) The biggest thing Rebekah is working on (21:20) Rebekah’s innovative approach to early education (26:01) How Rebekah used career setbacks to find her true passion (31:50) Why it’s important to be constantly changing (44:06) Follow Guest: WeWork Website: https://www.wework.com/ WeGrow Website: https://www.wegrow.com/ Don't forget to follow me on Instagram: @lewishowes or instagram.com/lewishowes
Chapters
Rebekah Neumann, founder and CEO of WeGrow and founding partner and chief brand officer of WeWork, shares how she balances running a successful business with a focus on fulfillment, happiness, and generosity.
00:00 - 03:45 (03:45)
Summary
Rebekah Neumann, founder and CEO of WeGrow and founding partner and chief brand officer of WeWork, shares how she balances running a successful business with a focus on fulfillment, happiness, and generosity. She is committed to creating a conscious educational community for children that fosters growth in their minds, bodies, and souls.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this podcast, the speaker shares her journey of self-discovery and finding her purpose in life after experiencing loss and pain.
03:45 - 07:17 (03:32)
Summary
In this podcast, the speaker shares her journey of self-discovery and finding her purpose in life after experiencing loss and pain. She emphasizes the importance of understanding that life is about something much bigger than material possessions.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The key to success for creators lies in creating from a place of passion that focuses on making an impact and finding fulfillment.
07:17 - 12:57 (05:40)
Summary
The key to success for creators lies in creating from a place of passion that focuses on making an impact and finding fulfillment. By doing so, material success can follow, and hopefully, the world can become a less destructive place.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The co-founder of Mindvalley, Vishen Lakhiani, shares how he knew his partner was the one because they shared a passion for creating a business that would help entrepreneurs thrive and spread education.
12:57 - 17:34 (04:37)
Summary
The co-founder of Mindvalley, Vishen Lakhiani, shares how he knew his partner was the one because they shared a passion for creating a business that would help entrepreneurs thrive and spread education. He also reflects on the impact of his partner's positive energy in his life.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The institutions need to cultivate compassionate human beings who are aware of their superpower and who can use that influence to make a change in the world.
17:34 - 23:44 (06:10)
Summary
The institutions need to cultivate compassionate human beings who are aware of their superpower and who can use that influence to make a change in the world.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker suggests that kids should be fed whole grain plant-based foods, exposed to nature, allowed to move around when necessary, and be given education centered on following their passions.
23:44 - 26:52 (03:08)
Summary
The speaker suggests that kids should be fed whole grain plant-based foods, exposed to nature, allowed to move around when necessary, and be given education centered on following their passions. She talks about entrepreneurial kids selling healthy snacks and how it is empowering for them to learn it's not all about making money, but rather about following their passions.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker discusses the unique strengths of women in empowering others, and announces plans to scale their program to a new location next year.
26:52 - 31:58 (05:06)
Summary
The speaker discusses the unique strengths of women in empowering others, and announces plans to scale their program to a new location next year.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The connection between serving humanity and being a great actor.
31:58 - 34:33 (02:35)
Summary
The connection between serving humanity and being a great actor. Many actors, including the speaker and their close friends, are doing incredible things for the world while also being able to connect with their truth as taught by their acting teachers.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
We Grow offers mixed age classrooms where children at different levels can learn at their own pace, and a variety of materials are available for them to explore and learn from.
34:33 - 37:35 (03:02)
Summary
We Grow offers mixed age classrooms where children at different levels can learn at their own pace, and a variety of materials are available for them to explore and learn from. The school's founder, Rebekah Rosler, was inspired by both her parents, who taught her to embrace femininity and pursue her passions with hard work.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The founders of the endeavor believe that people can sense that their efforts are rooted authentically in sharing and togetherness, and that people want to be part of the solution, rather than the problem.
37:35 - 41:24 (03:49)
Summary
The founders of the endeavor believe that people can sense that their efforts are rooted authentically in sharing and togetherness, and that people want to be part of the solution, rather than the problem.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
A speaker discusses the importance of spinal health and flexibility, and how it contributes to overall wellness and longevity.
41:24 - 44:05 (02:41)
Summary
A speaker discusses the importance of spinal health and flexibility, and how it contributes to overall wellness and longevity.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker speaks about their emotional connection to animals and how it made them unable to eat meat, even though they were someone who worked out and lifted weights regularly.
44:05 - 46:28 (02:22)
Summary
The speaker speaks about their emotional connection to animals and how it made them unable to eat meat, even though they were someone who worked out and lifted weights regularly. They chose to eat plants and vegetables instead, even though they were not happy with the quality of the produce they were consuming.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
In this hypothetical scenario of having lived as long as one wants to live, the best thing one can do is find ways to help animals, kids and the environment, and treat people, animals and the planet the way they want to be treated.
46:28 - 49:12 (02:44)
Summary
In this hypothetical scenario of having lived as long as one wants to live, the best thing one can do is find ways to help animals, kids and the environment, and treat people, animals and the planet the way they want to be treated.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The guest applauds their host for their efforts in curating events and building a community around consciousness.
49:12 - 51:57 (02:44)
Summary
The guest applauds their host for their efforts in curating events and building a community around consciousness. They discuss how the host's mission and vision for the community align with their own goals.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
Co-founder of We Grow, Rebecca Corbin shares her story, background, and how she is using her skills to support the growth of education for children, ultimately spreading joy and happiness.
51:57 - 54:16 (02:19)
Summary
Co-founder of We Grow, Rebecca Corbin shares her story, background, and how she is using her skills to support the growth of education for children, ultimately spreading joy and happiness.
Episode716 Build a Purpose Driven Business, Education, and Life with WeWork Co-Founder Rebekah Neumann
PodcastThe School of Greatness
The speaker encourages listeners to innovate and grow in their lives in order to make a meaningful impact on the world and avoid stagnation.
54:16 - 55:07 (00:51)
Summary
The speaker encourages listeners to innovate and grow in their lives in order to make a meaningful impact on the world and avoid stagnation. Quoting John F. Kennedy and Benjamin Franklin, he emphasizes the importance of progress in achieving success.