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Good Money with Derrick Kinney
SPECIAL REPLAY: Marc Randolph—Turn Everyday Problems Into Extraordinary Profits
You would think the most brilliant of entrepreneurs would rarely face failure. After all, didn’t they just come up with one genius idea and money started flooding in? Not the case for Netflix co-founder, Marc Randolph. The truth? Marc was told, “That will never work,” more times than he could count. In this vulnerable conversation, Marc shares the challenges and harsh rejection he faced during the early days of Netflix and peels back the curtain of the often-glamorized world of entrepreneurship. And he says the problems you see every day in your business or your job could be your go...
2024-10-28
47 min
Good Money with Derrick Kinney
SPECIAL SUMMER REPLAY: Marc Randolph—Turn Everyday Problems Into Extraordinary Profits
*Special Summer Replay* You would think the most brilliant of entrepreneurs would rarely face failure. After all, didn’t they just come up with one genius idea and money started flooding in? Not the case for Netflix co-founder, Marc Randolph. The truth? Marc was told, “That will never work,” more times than he could count. In this vulnerable conversation, Marc shares the challenges and harsh rejection he faced during the early days of Netflix and peels back the curtain of the often-glamorized world of entrepreneurship. And he says the problems you see every day in your bu...
2024-07-22
47 min
Creating Synergy Podcast
Synergy Shorts #1: Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix Unfiltered Advise on Fearless Entrepreneurship
Welcome to this special edition of "Synergy Shorts," where we bring you compact insights from the giants of industry and innovation. In this episode, we are thrilled to feature the highlights from our most viewed podcast episode with Marc Randolph, the visionary Co-founder of Netflix, as he unravels the secrets to fearless entrepreneurship and the art of making bold moves. Marc shares invaluable lessons that are not just about building a successful business but about nurturing a mindset that dares to disrupt and redefine. In this short but impactful episode, you'll discover:Mar...
2024-01-23
06 min
Good Money with Derrick Kinney
SPECIAL REPLAY: Marc Randolph—Turn Everyday Problems Into Extraordinary Profits
You would think the most brilliant of entrepreneurs would rarely face failure. After all, didn’t they just come up with one genius idea and money started flooding in? Not the case for Netflix co-founder, Marc Randolph. The truth? Marc was told, “That will never work,” more times than he could count. In this vulnerable conversation, Marc shares the challenges and harsh rejection he faced during the early days of Netflix and peels back the curtain of the often-glamorized world of entrepreneurship. And he says the problems you see every day in your business or your job could be your golden...
2023-12-18
47 min
Creating Synergy Podcast
#101 - Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix on being Fearless in Entrepreneurship, and the birth of a $100 billion company
Discover the Secrets to Entrepreneurial Success with Netflix Co-founder, Marc Randolph! Are you ready to unlock the 🔑 to entrepreneurial success? Don't miss this exclusive episode of the #CreatingSynergyPodcast, where we sit down with Marc, to dive deep into the fascinating world of entrepreneurship, innovation, and personal growth!In this power-packed episode, you'll learn:🎯 The importance of hands-on experience in shaping successful entrepreneurs🎯 How to master decision-making in uncertain situations🎯 The unmatched value of trying, failing, and learning from feedback🎯 Why there's no better time to start your ent...
2023-04-18
59 min
LEVELS – Inside the Company
#2 - Building startup culture from the ground up | Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix & Sam Corcos
A startup needs to create and establish a company culture in the beginning in order for the team to thrive and grow as the company scales. Understandably, it may seem counterintuitive to focus on intangible things like culture in the early days of a startup, but it’s key. Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph is a standout leader to talk to about this; he helped build Netflix’s culture 20 years ago. To this day, CEOs still reference Marc’s Netflix culture playbook. Listen as Sam Corcos and Marc Randolph discuss the importance of building company culture from the ground up. ...
2022-12-21
53 min
That Will Never Work
#72 Is it a Culture Problem or a Hiring Problem?
This week’s guest Pat’s business centers on one of the most hyped and controversial investment forms ever – crypto currency. His company The Giving Block is at the forefront of crypto-philanthropy, bringing a new generation of investors together with non-profits.Despite market turbulences this is one hot sector and his team has ballooned from 5 to 100 strong. But the speed of success comes with its own hurdles - how do you sculpt company culture and your hiring strategy when you’re growing at this pace? This is undoubtedly one of Marc’s favorite topics to explore… so l...
2022-10-25
38 min
That Will Never Work
#71: Is Pre-Revenue Funding a Pipe Dream?
Many great entrepreneurial ideas were spawned in response to the pandemic. For this week’s guest Kyle it all began with him wondering how he could recreate the in-person feeling of reading bedtime stories to his child in Canada when he was stuck in Texas while the borders were shut. He also worried about how he could stop kids like his from falling behind. His solution is the Edsoma app. So far everyone loves it – Shaquile O’Neill even just joined his advisory board! But he is struggling to translate enthusiastic investor meetings into cash commitments. Is it just beca...
2022-10-18
33 min
That Will Never Work
#70: How to Get Your Business Buzzing
Many people dream about their passion project becoming a full time gig but Allison is one of those rare people who made it a reality. Her love for honey bees became the Siller Pollinator Company and the initial momentum was gratifying. But growth has stalled and this has her at a juncture… Can Marc help her find her scalability sweet-spot?Listen in for actionable tips on finding your focus and getting your business buzzing. Want a deeper dive into these topics? The paperback edition of Marc’s international best-seller That Will Never Work is out n...
2022-10-11
39 min
Right About Now with Ryan Alford
Marc Randolph - Netflix Co-Founder
We hope you enjoy this special rerelease episode with Marc Randolph! Welcome to another episode of The Radcast! In this episode on The Radcast, host Ryan Alford talks with Marc Randolph, Netflix Co-Founder, Entrepreneur, Mentor & Investor.In this episode of The Radcast, Marc discusses his experiences as the co-founder and the first CEO of Netflix. He talks about the most important lessons he has learned, and how his life changed after he left Netflix. Marc also shares how his path to mentorship started and dissected how to reconcile the fact that not everyone can be t...
2022-10-04
45 min
That Will Never Work
#69: Should You Buy or Lease Your Location?
Have you ever wondered what people do with the advice that Marc gives them on the show?Well, David Silberman, co-founder of PingPod, is here to tell you just that.The first time he and Marc talked, David was trying to strategize the growth of his ping pong venue business and one of the hot topics was whether to buy or lease locations. Now that the company has been in business for a while, find out how things have evolved.. and what has real time data told him about the key rent vs l...
2022-10-04
20 min
That Will Never Work
#68: The Premium Product Conundrum
How earth friendly are the so-called “earth friendly” products? In the opinion of this week’s guest Justine Potashnik - not very.But she believes she has the answer in her Advanced Soapberry Formula, derived from Himalayan tree nuts.A product like this has a higher cost to create than its competitors, which has her at a juncture - should the company take a lower margin to get onto shelves faster or focus on being premium? Listen in for Marc’s tips on how to make the pivotal decisions in your product sales strategy w...
2022-09-27
34 min
That Will Never Work
#67: Let Go to Grow
Belissimo Hats has achieved something rare in today’s market – the company has an enthusiastic celebrity following without ever having to pay a dime in influencer marketing money. They can count mega stars like Jamie Foxx and Snoop Dogg among the fans who just love to post about wearing their product. But the problem is co-founders, brothers Levi and Yossi Chayo, are still trying to do it all themselves. Are their worries about delegating getting in the way of the growth they could achieve? Listen in for actionable tips you can apply to your own co...
2022-09-20
33 min
That Will Never Work
#66: How to Become a Pitch Pro
Faith has a patent pending product and she thinks it’s time to take it out to investors. Trouble is, as an Entrepreneurship & Marketing Junior her live pitching experience for The Shaving Step was limited to student pitch contests. So what does that mean now that she wants to get real world investment? Listen in for a masterclass from Marc on how to get yourself ready to take your product out to the market, with actionable advice not just for young entrepreneurs but for anyone getting ready to pitch. This episode is part of TWNW’s Student...
2022-09-13
25 min
That Will Never Work
#65: The Wedding Industry is Worth Billions – What Could a Break-Up Industry be Worth?
Natasha’s dream wedding went up in flames just before the big day. As she picked up the pieces of the breakdown of her nine year relationship, she had a realization: she was in way more need of all those items from her gift registry now than she had ever been when she and her fiancé were still together. As she moved back into her parents’ basement she had a lightbulb moment - there was a whole potential industry that could be created to help people like her get back on their feet after a break up. And so she foun...
2022-09-06
38 min
That Will Never Work
#64: Did it Work? Catch Up Special: Bolder Adventure Park
Have you ever wondered what people do with the advice Marc gives them? This week’s guest Paul Fontanelli was in the planning stages of his Bolder Adventure Park when he appeared as one of the first guests on the show. His business is an ambitious indoor venue out of Grand Prairie, Texas, which seeks to bring together everything from rock climbing to ice-skating under one massive roof. He had questions not just about launching the business, but also about the tricky work-life balance that comes with being an entrepreneur and still trying to spend precious hours with y...
2022-08-16
23 min
That Will Never Work
#63: Stop Thinking and Start Doing!
Sometimes entrepreneurs get so caught up in making their idea perfect, they forget to collide it with reality. Is that what’s happening to this week’s guest Reilly? His site Fleur.ai seeks to disrupt and democratize the art world. But it’s been tough. It’s an idea he and his co-founders passionately believe the world needs but it’s also a pitch that Marc’s heard a few times before.So what makes Fleur different? Have they got enough data to prove their premise? Listen in for an actionable episode that hones in on start-up 101...
2022-08-09
40 min
Natural Born Coaches
Best Of: Marc Randolph: The Lessons Learned from Building Netflix
In May of 2021 I had a very special guest join me on the podcast, and listeners commented that it was one of the most powerful episodes they’ve heard on the show. That’s why I wanted to bring back Marc Randolph, a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. As co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix, he laid much of the groundwork for a service that’s grown to 150 million subscribers, and fundamentally altered how the world experiences media. This one was too good not to share again, and as always, please let us know what you took from t...
2022-08-08
32 min
Unlock Your Potential with Jeff Lerner
Netflix Co-Founder: From Idea to Billion Dollar Company | MARC RANDOLPH | Unlock Your Potential #212
In this episode, I chat with Marc Randolph, the co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix, author of the international best seller “That Will Never Work,” and veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur. This episode is about how Marc turned an idea into a billion-dollar company. From humble beginnings to co-founding Netflix, Marc tells us that entrepreneurship is for everyone. Throughout the episode, Marc reminds us that everyone has what it takes to become an entrepreneur, no matter their background. You don’t need special skills, wealthy parents, or to be born in a specific location. You just...
2022-08-03
50 min
That Will Never Work
#62: Resurrecting the Great American Movie Drive-In with an Urban Twist - Feat. Special Guest Mitch Lowe
Ben is stuck. He’s the founder of outdoor pop-up concept WEDriveIns, which repurposes disused urban parking lots as drive-in movie theaters. City officials have been gratifyingly swift to support the project which provides Covid safe entertainment and brings customers to shopping areas. It all looks so promising… So why can’t Ben scale?Well, he needs the permission of the movie studios to use the technology to get him there. And, they ain’t budging.This mindset reminds Marc of the early Netflix days and so he calls on the expertise of his “jungle guide” Mitch...
2022-08-02
26 min
That Will Never Work
#61: The Six Month Work Year
Matt has an intriguing question - can a founder work just six months of the year and still have a successful business? Frightmare - his UK based scare attraction - turns a great profit every year. But while the event itself is seasonal, he’s realized that to be a success the business needs backroom staff year round. But he’d rather spend the off season in his camper, driving between the ski resorts of Europe. Can a work-life balance really extend to taking 6 full months of Van Life at a time? Or is it just a company culture disaster...
2022-07-26
32 min
Success Story with Scott D. Clary
Marc Randolph - Co-Founder & First CEO of Netflix | Building a $100 Billion Dollar Company
➡️ Like The Podcast? Leave A Rating: https://ratethispodcast.com/successstory ➡️ About The Guest Marc Randolph is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, investor, and keynote speaker. Marc was co-founder of the online movie and television streaming service Netflix, serving as their founding CEO, as the executive producer of their website, and as a member of their board of directors until his retirement in 2004. Although best known for starting Netflix, Marc's career as an entrepreneur spans more than four decades. He's been a founder of more than half a dozen other successful st...
2022-07-25
1h 05
That Will Never Work
#60: How to Turn Your Kitchen Side-Hustle Into a Brand
Krystina decided to take the leap and try to make her home- bakery business her full time gig just before the pandemic hit. While most people would have hit pause, she instead reimagined her offering and The Messy Cookie home kit was born. Big names like Wayfair and Ebay jumped on board for her delicious virtual team-building escape. But while she’s been able to get in the virtual door once, she’s struggled to get repeat business from the big companies for her cookie decorating parties. What’s holding her back? Listen in...
2022-07-19
32 min
That Will Never Work
#59: Entrepreneurship Isn’t Brain Surgery… Or is it?
Some industries don’t want to be disrupted, but that doesn’t mean you should step back from the fight! This week’s guest Alex Koefman knows he has a solution that surgeons like him all over the world need – but he needs to form partnerships with medical device companies in order for his SurgeryTV app to be successful. The trouble is, they just aren’t biting.The current system of creating an archive of videos involves a wearying series of steps including thumb drives, home downloads and expertise with editing software… but he has a way to do it with...
2022-07-12
30 min
That Will Never Work
#58: Success is in Sight - Now What?
When bars and pubs across the world closed during the pandemic, so did their game nights… For this week’s guest Mark Walsh it was a heart-stopping moment as British pub quizzes were his business. He immediately set to work reimagining this unique style of trivia entertainment for remote times by creating his Kwizzbit app. The growth has been so fast that his lean team has been working to redevelop the platform to be able to host up to 100,000 players at a time. But Mark’s been struggling to meet the demands on his time. C...
2022-07-05
41 min
Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)
YAPLive: Start Up School with Netflix and Kickstarter Founders, Marc Randolph and Yancey Strickler | Cut Version
If you want to launch your startup and get tricks and tips from legendary startup founders, you’re in the right place. In this #YAPLive, we get schooled on the startup world by Netflix and Kickstarter founders, Marc Randolph and Yancey Strickler. Marc and Yancey are known for their innovative ideas and tremendous successes, so who better to show us the ropes? In this episode, Hala, Marc, and Yancey chat about the traits and qualities of successful entrepreneurs, Yancey’s philosophy of Bentoism and why it’s important that businesses are led by deeper values than profit, how to determ...
2022-06-29
45 min
That Will Never Work
#57: How to Overcome Resistance to Change
There are few industries more resistant to disruption than education… But despite the odds, this week’s guest Benny Boas seems to be making some headway. He’s the founder of Upright Education, a bootcamp-style program aimed at helping adult learners rapidly re-skill in tech. The course is intended to be white-labeled at colleges. But while the program runs at a fast pace, the company’s growth isn’t… The market changes so fast, shouldn’t it be self-evident to higher education institutions that the workforce needs to be able to re-skill just as fast?What could he be...
2022-06-28
29 min
That Will Never Work
#56: When your Biggest Competitor is Inertia
City red tape seems so baked into American life, that it stopped being a problem people even bothered trying to solve. But when Covid hit, it forced the opportunity for change. Businesses – especially restaurants - faced fast changing regulations and had to be able to get the new permits they needed to operate at speed, or face going under. No business, means no city tax and the city itself facing a funding shortfall.This presented the opening for this week’s guest Catherine Geanuracos to move forward her Los Angeles based company CityGrows, which streamlines the permitting proc...
2022-06-21
30 min
That Will Never Work
#55: How to let go When You’re the Founding CEO
Where to put the mountains of trash humans create is a problem that only seems to keep growing. Recycling is one part of solving the problem… the other is having consumer products last longer so we don’t create as much garbage to begin with. That’s the thinking of this week’s guest Chris Burrage, founder of San Francisco based Proclamation Goods. With some savvy social media, the company’s core product – an ultra durable three-piece pan set – is becoming a sensation with the slow food set. Its no-nonsense anti-coating, American-made vibe has led to design awards, a deal wit...
2022-06-14
30 min
That Will Never Work
#54: The Boutique Approach to Taking on the Big Box Stores
Stephanie’s cracked the hardest part – her Austin, TX, designer boutiques have seen record growth this past year despite the pandemic. She knows for a fact she’s taking sales away from the big hitters like Nordstroms, Revolve and Amazon - her customers just prefer the personal touch she brings to the sales experience. But now that she’s setting her sights on expanding into other cities she’s got a hurdle to overcome – if the reason her clients love Estilo is because the experience feels so unique, is that something that’s even scalable? Listen in on this l...
2022-06-07
31 min
That Will Never Work
#52: Start-Up Stress Special: Mental Health for Founders
When you look at social media it seems like founders all live like rockstars. But this belies the reality. The truth is, being a founder can be one of the toughest, loneliest tasks you’ll ever face. It’s not just the long hours and financial pressures… studies show three quarters of entrepreneurs are affected by mental health issues.So why isn’t Start-Up Stress more talked about? And when you’re facing it, what should you do about it? Can you ever admit you’re having mental health issues to your investors or to your team?These import...
2022-05-31
46 min
The Growth Mindset
Marc Randolph on Starting Netflix, Colliding your Ideas into Reality, and Mistakes Entrepreneurs are Making which should be Stopped
Marc Bernays Randolph is an American tech entrepreneur, advisor, and speaker. He is the co-founder and first CEO of Netflix. In this episode, we talk about "The Start of Netflix", "How Marc and his Partner grew Netflix", "What are the things Entrepreneurs doing wrong", "What can make Entrepreneurs really succeed", and many more. Interview Breakdown: 1.29 min - Introduction to Marc Randolph, His First Idea and Journey as an Entrepreneur. 6.36 min - Developing the Risk-Taking Mindset, Education System, Your upbringing, and how it can shape your career. 12.36 min - Brainstorming...
2022-05-30
42 min
That Will Never Work
#51: Finding Your Subscription Sweet Spot
Karl is faced with a puzzling subscription problem: he has plenty of downloads of his Cofeesup app – but his conversion rate from free trial to paying customer is surprisingly low. His solution to lift up neighborhood cafes over the mega marketers like Starbucks seems like a no brainer – you can get three cups of specialty coffee a week for just $8 a month… and the cafes even get supplied with free beans. So why isn’t his growth as caffeinated as his product?Listen in as Marc takes Karl on a back to brass tacks masterclass in how to u...
2022-05-24
42 min
That Will Never Work
#50: Does it Take Money to Make Money?
Is the old adage still true, that it takes money to make money? That’s what this week’s guests Lauren Arshad and Jen Cefaly are trying to figure out.They are the co-founders of Los Angeles based Design Hive, an edutainment company that creates hands-on STEAM workshops for both kids and adults. The duo are brim full of ideas and are poised to grow but both they - and their capital - are spread thin… Is it the right time to raise?Listen in as Marc dissects predicaments faced by every early stage en...
2022-05-17
27 min
That Will Never Work
#49: Using Sampling to Unleash Your Niche!
How best to unleash your niche? That’s what has Paul stumped.He’s the founder of a company called Cicero Learning, a business that helps families with the problem of global education access on a bespoke basis.It’s an educational method referred to as “World Schooling” which has become a hot topic thanks to the pandemic when laptop wielding parents realized that certain job types can now be done from literally anywhere in the world.But how can you best get customers educated on niche products and why the price tag is worth it...
2022-05-10
36 min
That Will Never Work
#48: Can Free Consumable Products Make Big Profits?
Is it possible to make big profits from a free consumable product? This week’s guest Josh Cliffords certainly thinks so. By selling ads on the side of bottles he’s been able to establish his brand FreeWater at lighting speed in his hometown of Austin, Texas. His flair for posting viral TikTok videos has sent his message around the world.Josh has ambitious goals - creating the world’s first free supermarket in which all the products are ad-backed and free-to-consumer, and with charitable giving baked into every unit his team hands out.But how does h...
2022-05-03
32 min
That Will Never Work
#47: Could This Rival Kumon?
It’s no secret that the pandemic hammered small businesses - especially those with brick and mortar locations. But this week’s guest, Angela, wasn’t going to let her thriving math enrichment business close, even when her store had to. As a prime example of the power of the pivot, she’s actually managed to more than double her customer base and take her Philadelphia local business Trapezium Math, national by moving it online... But all this potential for growth has her at a crossroads - should she keep going slow and steady or is the time...
2022-04-26
33 min
That Will Never Work
#46: Can you Create a Repeatable, Scalable Business When Your Business is You?
She’s worked with celebrities like Kendall and Kylie Jenner, brands like Adidas and magazines including Rolling Stone and Teen Vogue… She's even been a judge on Miss USA. But fashion photographer Sophie Elgort has hit a career juncture faced by many would-be entrepreneurs: how do you scale when your business is you?She thinks she’s created a solution in her new company ClickHouse, which does back-to-back portrait photography pop up sessions to create “headshots” - photos that people use of themselves for business purposes. Her vision is to emulate the success of blow-dry salon Dry Bar and creat...
2022-04-19
31 min
That Will Never Work
#45: Betting your Idea will Disrupt the Market? Here’s what You Need to Know.
Army vet Cooper is the founder of SoBet, a new peer-to-peer sports betting and social media platform that targets the elusive Gen-Z consumer. But it’s a pitch that Marc has heard a thousand times before… and most of those pitches failed to make it. Can this West Point grad prove both to Marc - and to the market - that his mix of reducing the juice and onboarding influencers is enough to get his platform off the ground?Listen in for Marc’s tips for trying to find success in a crowded market. Want to...
2022-04-12
29 min
That Will Never Work
#44: Could this be the World’s Youngest Start-Up?
How do you support entrepreneurial spirit in your child? That’s what Marc explores in this week’s episode with the help of the first ever quartet of co-founders to appear on the show. Elementary schoolers Julianne, Zachary, Maxfield and Mark have created beverage brand Astronade and caught Marc’s attention with their plucky marketing plan that even wound in their local mayor. Could the kid factor be the secret sauce? Listen as Marc gives a masterclass in how the youngest of entrepreneurs can get on the launch pad to success. Want to be a guest on Th...
2022-04-05
22 min
That Will Never Work
#43: Did Marc just get Career Envy?
James is an adventurer in both life and business. But when your career is breaking world records how do you turn that into a sustainable business?He thinks he found his answer when he created his wilderness team building program My Adventure Group… and he’s getting rave reviews. The trouble is, he’s just not getting enough customers. Can Marc help James modify his offering and approach to navigate a better path? Listen in to find out. Want to be a guest on That Will Never Work? Head to https://marcrandolph...
2022-03-29
30 min
That Will Never Work
#42: Data Driven by Design
How do you get your creative team on board with using data to help drive their decisions? That’s the question facing Katie, co-owner of Studio 882, an interior design and furniture showroom out of Glen Mills, PA. Katie believes she has found the secret sauce that will grow the business to the next level and enable her to expand around the US. She’s reapplying airport software, including air traffic control monitoring and facial recognition, to enhance the customer experience and mine valuable information about why one sofa sits and one sofa fits. It's a potential treasure trove of...
2022-03-22
38 min
That Will Never Work
#41: Super Coffee: How to Scale Culture in a Family Business
Jordan DeCicco created Super Coffee in his dorm room when he was only 19 years old. He dropped out of college to go full-time on his side-hustle and now, together with his two brothers runs the bottled beverage brand out of Austin, Texas.With an impressive $125m in annual revenue, the DeCiccos have attracted big name investors including J. Lo and Alex Rodriguez. Their next step is tackling how to scale - not just domestically but also internationally.But how do you maintain the company culture you created from the ground up when you’re growing at...
2022-03-15
30 min
That Will Never Work
#40: Can a Product Aimed at Classrooms Turn a Profit?
Education major Erin has developed a fun new STEM product for kids with her Boeing engineer business partner – a quad drone kit for kids to build and fly. She knows the palm-sized toy drone market is a crowded space, which is why her company Finger Flyer differentiates itself as an educational tool. But why is her strategy of marketing direct to school districts suffering from failure to launch? In this episode Marc explores what pivots she can make to help the company take flight. Can an education product start up ever become profitable or is a business to co...
2022-03-08
28 min
That Will Never Work
#39: How to Sell a Product Before you Make It
Grad student Ivana needs Marc’s help to figure out a big decision – should she spend $10,000 on a mold for her time saving lab tool Flasky? Or is there a better way? Her uniquely shaped flask-cleaning tool could save labs everywhere hours in cleaning time and thousands of dollars in drug wastage, benefitting the development of everything from painkillers to cancer drugs. But how does she convince a sector that has become accustomed to ignoring the problem she’s seeking to solve, to buy in without breaking the bank in the process?Listen in as Marc shar...
2022-03-08
32 min
That Will Never Work
#38: Marketing a Minibar for Meds
As entrepreneurs, engineers have an enviable advantage - they can easily build prototypes of the products and services they want to bring to market. But they still need the more fundamental skill that all entrepreneurs require: deciphering what the market wants. And the process to figure that out can take all of us out of our comfort zones. On today’s show, Marc offers Michael, an engineer with a great idea, suggestions on how to put himself in the shoes and mindset of his potential customers before he brings his innovative solution for medicine distribution to the masses. Wan...
2022-03-01
27 min
That Will Never Work
#37: Repeat After Me: Ideas, Not Apps
Ahhh the ‘idea stage’: when you’ve identified the problem your business is solving, and you’re ready to bring your vision to life. And what better way to do that than building an app, right? Wrong. On today’s show, Marc takes aspiring entrepreneur Kristen back to the ‘idea stage,’ and asks the key questions she - and anyone - needs to answer before calling dial-a-geek and commissioning a costly app. Tune in and save yourself a world of hurt…and expense.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business is...
2022-02-22
29 min
That Will Never Work
#36: Finding The Backbeat For Your Budding Business
As we settle into life in a (hopefully) post-pandemic world, there are a ton of newly launched businesses that are facing a pivot point. These are the entrepreneurs for whom ‘going remote’ was a boon - and now it’s time to figure out if that was a blip or the start of something bigger. In the case of today’s guest, Dustin, a professional drummer with the indie pop band St. Lucia, his drum lesson studio expanded its purview and looks to be poised for success. Marc has some great thoughts on how Dustin should approach his next step in...
2022-02-12
32 min
That Will Never Work
#35: Started in the Garage and Now We’re Here
Today it’s a crash course in getting your business out of the garage and into the showroom, so to speak. Laurie and PJ, partners in business and life, have already demonstrated the validity of their Van modification business, and attracted a lot of interest through a crowdfunding campaign. Now, it’s time to take it to the big boys, the venture folks. Or is it? Marc walks them through the different scenarios and considerations that come with raising serious funding - and it’s an episode that anyone approaching this stage of their business needs to hear.Want...
2022-02-01
34 min
That Will Never Work
#34: Arming David To Take on Goliaths
What do you do when the world’s biggest tech players think they’ve already solved a problem - but you think you can solve it better? That’s what today’s conversation is all about. In order to disrupt, you need to pick your spot - it could be a unique feature, an overlooked customer segment, or just better overall functionality, but if you don’t come with something to outshine the industry titans, your slingshot will be shooting blanks.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? He...
2022-01-25
32 min
That Will Never Work
#33: Life After Launch
It sounds like a great problem to have, really. You’ve stood up your dream business, creating a sustainable and profitable entity that’s delivered on your initial goals. Now, you can take a step back from the day to day as an able staff runs the show. But what’s the best approach for a Founder-turned-Board Member to take? And…what’s next? Marc, who has found himself in this role more than once, has some good insights for today’s guest.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your busines...
2022-01-18
32 min
That Will Never Work
#32: It’s Only a Service if People Will Pay For It
Congratulations! Drawing on your personal and professional experience, you’ve created a service that addresses an obvious market need. Now, who’s going to pay for it? Sarah’s solution for onboarding parents and nannies is a good one, and clearly has a lot of potential. But she needs to re-examine her business model to maximize the customer base without pricing out either party. Listen in as Marc negotiates this tricky balance with her.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https...
2022-01-11
31 min
That Will Never Work
#31: If The Shoe Fits, Sell It
Entrepreneurs hawking new products find inspiration in a variety of ways. And you know what? To the outside world, it doesn’t matter that much. A compelling origin story makes for great brand building, but it won’t be the first reason people buy your wares. The product has to fit a consumer need. Today’s guest, Kenton, who started making expandable shoes for barefoot orphans in Kenya, is taking his innovative solution into the marketplace. Now he has to get the product right - and that’s where Marc comes in.Want to be a guest on "That...
2022-01-04
30 min
That Will Never Work
#30: When Ramping Up Your Business Means Blowing Up Your Model
Why would you blow up a successful business model? To make an even better one, of course. That’s the place we find today’s guest, Nunzio. In order to streamline and maximize his service - which provides listings for folks buying and selling businesses - he’s going to ruffle some feathers and dry up some previously wet beaks. Marc coaches him through the uncomfortable steps that will hopefully bring him to a new tier of success. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https...
2021-12-28
30 min
That Will Never Work
#29: Think Big But Start Small
Every app or service that sets out to change the world needs to start the same way: by changing the life of a single customer. So no matter how bold your vision, you still have to go through the same steps of iterative development. Today’s guest, Dana, wants to transform Global literacy, but Marc brings her down to earth, sharing his tips on how to develop big ideas. Rule number one? Make sure it does what at least one person wants it to do. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help...
2021-12-21
29 min
That Will Never Work
#28: The Most Important Decision? Deciding Who You're Building For.
Creating a new product or service involves hundreds of decisions: features, pricing, functionality, etc. But you can't make any of those decisions without making a bigger decision first: exactly who are you building for. In today's episode, Marc helps an oncologist-turned-entrepreneur take that critical - but non-intuitive - first step.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up...
2021-12-14
30 min
That Will Never Work
#27: Perfecting the Art of Gift-Giving - And Receiving
Kat has carved out a niche for herself as a personal jewelry shopper for milestone occasions. But her life- (or relationship-) saving service is a bit more complex than it seems, as she is really serving two customers, not just one. Marc has some great suggestions for how she can expand her messaging to turn that dual customer aspect into more business. And by the end of the conversation, she may have just acquired one more new client!Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to...
2021-12-07
28 min
The CLS Experience with Craig Siegel
The Founder: Netflix With Marc Randolph
Why did I want this visionary and pioneer, Marc Randolph on The CLS Experience? This ones simple, he founded one of the most iconic, innovative and trailblazing companies that planet earth has ever seen, and will ever see, Netflix. Without further ado Join your host Craig Siegel as he sits down with co founder and the first CEO of the iconic and legendary Netflix, world shaker, the most decorated Silicon Valley entrepreneur, adviser, speaker, best selling author and outdoor enthusiast, the visionary, the brilliant and innovative Marc Randolph. Marc and Craig illustrate being intuitive and building self...
2021-12-07
55 min
That Will Never Work
#26: From Service to Product and Back Again
In the highly customized world of business consulting, Juan’s Madrid-based company is already turning a profit. Now, he and his colleagues are looking to expedite the onboarding process by providing a tool for clients to help them determine their efficiency needs. He’s come to Marc for advice on how to develop this emerging tool while still keeping the revenues coming in on the traditional side of the business - a classic entrepreneurial dilemma, and one Marc has more than a little experience with.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help...
2021-11-30
23 min
That Will Never Work
#25: No Time In The Penalty Box
Bill, today’s guest, is the living embodiment of entrepreneurial persistence. A youth hockey coach as well as a businessman, he’s used to taking hard knocks around the clock. With his latest venture, which aims to simplify the compliance process for youth sports coaches, he’s going through a lot of trial and error as he works to break into the market. And, as he and Marc discuss, there is no better way to put your business on a winning path.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your busine...
2021-11-23
31 min
That Will Never Work
#24: A Metaverse of His Own
Don’t let the low-key vibe of today’s guest, Jak, fool you; he’s a successful content creator whose “metaverse studio,” Disrupt, has amassed over 1.2 million subscribers on YouTube. And that’s just the issue we discuss: how should today’s content creators evolve beyond the platforms that have made them successful, and create a direct relationship with their audience? An important conversation for anyone entering the realm of DIY media. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fil...
2021-11-16
29 min
That Will Never Work
#23: A Solution In Need of a Market
On today’s show, we meet JR. A successful contractor, he is also a quintessential entrepreneur; in the course of running his own business, he’s discovered some industry-specific problems that he believes he can solve. Now, the question is, will his solution have broader, industry-wide appeal, and if so, how to let his fellow builders know? A case study in how to bring good ideas to market.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the...
2021-11-09
31 min
That Will Never Work
#22: Self-Made in Every Way
Marc’s guest today, Seville, is a singular talent. She’s been making her own jewelry by hand since she was 12; over the years, her unique works have become favorites of such icons as NYC fashion magnate Patricia Field and singer Alicia Keys. Now, as a bi-coastal business owner, she’s focused on how to expand what she does without changing who she is. She and Marc have an amazing discussion about authenticity, content marketing and why she doesn’t have to worry too much about copycats.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get...
2021-11-02
29 min
Right About Now with Ryan Alford
Marc Randolph - Netflix Co-Founder, Entrepreneur, Mentor & Investor
Welcome to another episode of The Radcast! In this episode on The Radcast, host Ryan Alford talks with Marc Randolph, Netflix Co-Founder, Entrepreneur, Mentor & Investor.In this episode of The Radcast, Marc discusses his experiences as the co-founder and the first CEO of Netflix. He talks about the most important lessons he has learned, and how his life changed after he left Netflix. Marc also shares how his path to mentorship started and dissected how to reconcile the fact that not everyone can be the boss to his mentees. Marc also shares the ingredients or ‘growth formula’ for...
2021-10-26
45 min
That Will Never Work
#21: No Storm Can Stop Him
Today’s show is a doozy. Weatherman-turned-insurance adjuster Mark calls in to discuss the app he’s developed to help victims of extreme weather events more easily identify their losses and streamline the replacement process. Ironically, he’s calling in while under a tornado watch! And no, this isn’t some cheap marketing gimmick, it’s real life. Fortunately, Marc is able to bestow some solid, go-to-market guidance before the funnel descends. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fil...
2021-10-26
22 min
That Will Never Work
#20: A Better Way To Help Survivors
"Many years ago, broke and hungry, I found myself panhandling for spare change in Hartford, Connecticut," recalls Marc. "It was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do but it was an incredible learning experience, because after that, asking an investor for $250,000 was nothing."There comes a time for every entrepreneur when you need to put your hand out and ask for support, which is exactly the subject of this week's podcast. Leanne has an idea for a life changing non-profit that will provide counseling to victims of sexual assault. But despite being convinced that...
2021-10-12
27 min
That Will Never Work
#19: A Device That Could Save Lives
Robert is a veteran in the biotech industry, so when he tells Marc he has a new, potentially life-saving medical device to bring to market, one takes him at his word. And like any entrepreneur with a track record and an exciting invention, Robert is figuring out how to work with the mainstream pharma industry, and when to pull the trigger. As he advises Robert, Marc also touches on the larger topic of what motivates entrepreneurs. A great conversation all around.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business...
2021-09-28
31 min
That Will Never Work
#18: Sneakerheads Unite!
Kemar wears many hats. A sneakerhead-turned-software engineer, his site Flip boasts 80,000 users who buy, sell and obsess about high end sneakers. He’s come to Marc to discuss how to continue to grow his business, but, through the course of their insightful conversation, the duo end up focusing on _who_ his customers are, which takes things to a whole new place. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message rig...
2021-09-14
27 min
LEVELS – A Whole New Level
#22 - Building startup culture from the ground up | Marc Randolph, Co-Founder of Netflix & Sam Corcos
A startup needs to create and establish a company culture in the beginning in order for the team to thrive and grow as the company scales. Understandably, it may seem counterintuitive to focus on intangible things like culture in the early days of a startup, but it’s key. Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph is a standout leader to talk to about this; he helped build Netflix’s culture 20 years ago. To this day, CEOs still reference Marc’s Netflix culture playbook. Listen as Sam Corcos and Marc Randolph discuss the importance of building company culture from the ground up. ...
2021-09-06
50 min
That Will Never Work
#17: Finding Your Funding
Today’s guest, Claudia, is on a mission to create a more equitable transit system for people with disabilities. And, like many a successful entrepreneur, her business was inspired by personal experience; blind since childhood - in fact, the first-ever blind woman elected to public office in Colorado - Claudia has experienced the deficiencies in the current systems first-hand. In her conversation with Marc, they tackle one of the thorniest issues for a new business: funding. The conversation is a good road map for anyone who’s ready to take that step. Want to be a guest on "T...
2021-08-31
33 min
That Will Never Work
#16: Architecting Life’s Biggest Moments
Don’t let Chris’ nickname - “The Architect” - intimidate you. He may be one of the kindest-hearted guests the show has had to date. And this spirit imbues his business, a consultancy that designs and executes one-of-a-kind urban adventures for individuals and companies. There’s only ONE Architect - and that’s just the issue. After a COVID-inspired lull, Chris needs to scale, quickly. Listen in as Marc helps him work through the thought process for determining how and when he should delegate.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your bu...
2021-08-17
38 min
That Will Never Work
#15: Keeping The Smile Squad Happy
In many ways, Markian is the model of a successful, young entrepreneur. His social media brand, Smile Squad, boasts over 13 million followers and a healthy cash flow. Now, this top-tier influencer is focusing on how to keep his staff smiling. Marc is more than willing to provide some guidance on how to create a culture of transparency and trust - and he isn’t too shy to probe Markian for insights on how to increase his own social footprint.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to...
2021-08-03
34 min
That Will Never Work
#14: Distractions Be Gone!
Jessica didn’t let some pandemic stop her. Drawing on years of experience in the fitness industry, she launched a new kickboxing studio business and, despite all the restrictions and uncertainty, brought 35 franchises online, with plans for hundreds more. She’s looking for some guidance from Marc on her best next steps - and he has a lot to say about where to focus, and, most importantly, where NOT to. Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill...
2021-07-20
35 min
That Will Never Work
#13: The Man Who Would Be Pepper King
It’s not often you meet aspiring royalty, but today’s guest, Mike, has his heart set on disrupting the high-end spice dispensing industry with his invention, Pepper King. An amiable fellow, Mike shares his plans to create the Rolls Royce of pepper mills, and the methodical ways in which he’s going about it. Marc offers up some great strategies - including a first-of-its-kind recommendation. But you’ll have to tune in to find out what it is.Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https...
2021-07-06
33 min
That Will Never Work
#12: Who is Your Customer?
Today’s guest, Tim, is already getting real-world feedback on his concept. He and his colleagues have developed Clicker, an app that makes sure you can watch what you want in a crowded bar. But, as he goes through a real-time brainstorming exercise with Marc, Tim begins to realize that the opportunity for his company is bigger than he initially thought; it may just be a matter of re-thinking who Clicker’s target customer is. If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message...
2021-06-21
26 min
That Will Never Work
#11: The Culture of Success
Joe's company, 12 Traits, has found an interesting niche: using AI to help gaming companies find and retain users. Joe, whose background includes clinical psychology as well as marketing, is now looking inward – and is focused on creating the sort of company culture that attracts the very best employees. Fortunately, Marc's experience at Netflix has given him some insights – and some strong opinions – about how Joe might be able to use HIS corporate culture to take 12 Traits to the next level.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your b...
2021-06-07
39 min
That Will Never Work
#10: Getting Into a Subscription Frame of Mind
Joseph, a best-selling author, is pretty far along with his business: a vertically integrated hypnosis brand comprised of a podcast, an app and some a la carte offerings. But like many an entrepreneur, he’s ready to take on the big fish in the space. Could a subscription model be the way to go? Tune in to hear Marc’s thoughts on the subject.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Insta...
2021-05-24
31 min
Hustling with Vivica A. Fox
How To Test Your Ideas For Success with Marc Randolph
How many times have you shared an idea with someone, and they told you “THAT WILL NEVER WORK!” How many people have trampled on your dreams and five years down the road, you see your idea implemented by someone else because you listened to the naysayers? Vivica speaks with Marc Randolph, a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, investor, speaker, and best-selling author. Although best known as the co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, Marc’s career as an entrepreneur spans more than four decades. We discuss having a vision of your business, being focused, and finding a way to test your i...
2021-05-21
49 min
Natural Born Coaches
Marc Randolph: The Lessons Learned from Building Netflix
Marc Randolph is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, and investor. As co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix, he laid much of the groundwork for a service that’s grown to 150 million subscribers, and fundamentally altered how the world experiences media. In this fascinating conversation, Marc shares some of the lessons that he has learned on his journey, and there’s a good chance that there’s a nugget or two of wisdom here that you can apply to your own coaching business!
2021-05-10
30 min
That Will Never Work
#9: Every Great App Starts as a Great Idea
CFO-turned-entrepreneur Erik dreams of a world in which clueless men don’t have to guess what jewelry to buy for their partner, as their beloved has already called ‘dibs’ on their preferred items. So he’s laying the groundwork to commercialize this simple but profound concept, with an app called “Dibbsi” that lets you lay claim to a bounty of consumer goods. As Marc counsels him, though, the first step is figuring out what the market’s appetite truly is for solving this problem.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc...
2021-05-10
26 min
That Will Never Work
#8: The Business of Being Unemployed
Adriel had put the plans for his business - Riveter, which provides networking and services for the unemployed - in place before COVID hit. And then HE lost his job, enabling him to focus on his vision full time. Now he finds himself competing with bigger fish in the outplacement space, and Marc has some ideas about how he can continue to grow the company in this uncertain environment.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can...
2021-04-27
39 min
That Will Never Work
#7: Taking The Stigma Out of Erotic Art
Marta is on a mission to create the ultimate marketplace for erotic art - and she’s well on her way. Now she just has to fine-tune her strategy to make sure she reaches the right audience. Marc dives in to learn all about this sector, from her dalliance with blockchain to the very real challenge that today’s social networks pose to a business focused on the innate beauty of the human body. This one’s an eye-opener for sure.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with...
2021-04-13
31 min
That Will Never Work
#6: These Houses Won’t Build Themselves
Evan is a young man who dreams of houses built by robots. But he’s not some silicon valley disruptor looking to replace human labor with AI-powered machines; he’s a contractor and builder himself, all too familiar with the inefficiencies in traditional construction. Now he wants to turn his dream of robot-assisted development into a reality, and he’s turning to Marc to find the best way to fund this vision - starting with the building of his own home. If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with y...
2021-03-30
30 min
That Will Never Work
#5: Walmart or Bust
To be honest, Marc wasn’t overly enthusiastic about Caitie’s product idea when she first pitched it to him. But, one year later, she (and her mom!) have secured both a patent and a huge order from Walmart for her Socket Lock-It phone accessory. Now, in addition to fulfilling this order, she has to focus on her next steps, and that’s where the rubber will really hit the road. Marc’s got some great advice for her.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your busines...
2021-03-16
38 min
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary
Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph's Unconventional Idea of Success
As co-founder and founding CEO of Netflix, Marc Randolph laid much of the groundwork for the streaming service that’s grown to 150 million subscribers, and fundamentally altered how the world experiences media. With over 40 years of entrepreneurial experience, Marc has built six other successful companies, mentored hundreds of early stage entrepreneurs, and invested in dozens of successful tech ventures. Today, Marc reveals seldom-shared anecdotes about Netflix including how the iconic brand got its name and their David versus Goliath story with Blockbuster. Yet it's Marc's unconventional definition of success (hint: it's not money or fame!) an...
2021-03-04
1h 00
That Will Never Work
#4: COVID-Friendly and Ready to Rally
David has proven that his COVID-friendly recreation business - on-demand table tennis - can thrive in one of the most expensive cities in the world: New York. Now, it’s time to scale. So what’s the best way forward? Is it real estate investment, franchising or something completely different? Tune in to hear how Marc plays it out.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/that...
2021-03-02
37 min
That Will Never Work
#3: Adventure Won't Wait
Today Marc advises Paul - a first-time entrepreneur who hasn’t let the pandemic tank his ambitious and well-funded business plan. But as he races towards the opening of his indoor adventure park (with beer!), Paul needs some insight on how to make all the parts of his life work -- experience that Marc has in spades.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitte...
2021-02-16
33 min
Uptown Live
Marc Randolph
Marc Randolph is best known as the Co-Founder and first CEO of Netflix. He is also a master at turning a "No" into a "Yes". In 2019 Marc launched his book, That Will Never Work. More recently, Marc launched his Podcast, That Will Never Work (read more in the description below). I hope you enjoy our chat about turning a no into a yes, his advice for people just starting out, and why he created his podcast. ABOUT: How many times have you been told “that will never work”? Probably not as often as Marc...
2021-02-11
22 min
That Will Never Work
#2: Always Leave Them Crying
London-based Nick has a leg up on many an entrepreneur; he’s already launched his dream business: a subscription-based premium content platform for SciFi superfans. Not only that, but his small-but-engaged audience is lapping it up - and begging for more. So now that he knows he can move his users to tears of joy, he’s come to Marc to find out how to take that all-important next step: scaling up his audience without dumbing down his product.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your bus...
2021-01-30
36 min
That Will Never Work
#1: Home Care Meets Ride Share
Inspired by many trials over the past year (a global pandemic as well as her mom’s ailing health), Gurpreet, a veteran care provider, has envisioned a better model for procuring home health care but needs to determine her best first step to make her vision a reality. And while it’s tempting to dive into a tech build, after her call with Marc, she realizes that the answer lies in doubling down on her own unique experience to really move forward.If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Mar...
2021-01-30
28 min
That Will Never Work
Introducing: That Will Never Work with Marc Randolph
Introducing a new podcast by Netflix co-founder and first CEO Marc Randolph.
2021-01-25
03 min
Good Money with Derrick Kinney
Marc Randolph—Turn Everyday Problems Into Extraordinary Profits
You would think the most brilliant of entrepreneurs would rarely face failure. After all, didn’t they just come up with one genius idea and money started flooding in? Not the case for Netflix co-founder, Marc Randolph. The truth? Marc was told, “That will never work,” more times than he could count. In this vulnerable conversation, Marc shares the challenges and harsh rejection he faced during the early days of Netflix and peels back the curtain of the often-glamorized world of entrepreneurship. And he says the problems you see every day in your business or your job could be your golden t...
2021-01-04
47 min
Christopher Lochhead Follow Your Different™
Netflix’s Founding CEO Marc Randolph
Category King Marc Randolph, the founding CEO of Netflix, joins us today for a stunning conversation about business and life. He’s got a legendary bestseller out called That Will NEVER Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea, which he also talks about in this episode. This is the first in a special two-part series about two of the most legendary category king companies in the world now Netflix and Amazon. Next episode is with John Rossman, author of “Think Like Amazon.” Book: That Will Never Work After nearly 16 years after he left Netflix, Marc Randol...
2019-11-04
59 min
Future Squared with Steve Glaveski
Episode #366: The Early Days of Netflix with Marc Randolph
Marc Randolph is a veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor and investor. Marc was co-founder of Netflix, serving as their founding CEO, as the executive producer of their web site, and as a member of their board of directors. Marc recently released his book, That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea. Although best known for starting Netflix, Marc's career as an entrepreneur spans more than four decades. He's founded or co-founded more than half a dozen other successful start-ups, mentored rising entrepreneurs including the co-founders of Looker Data w...
2019-10-23
1h 03
5 Questions With Dan Schawbel
Episode 53: Marc Randolph
An interview with Marc Randolph how his family influenced him growing up, how to craft a compelling business pitch, how to overcome rejection, his relationship with his Netflix partner Reid Hastings and his best career advice. Welcome to the 53rd episode of 5 Questions with Dan Schawbel. As your host, my goal is to curate the best advice from the world’s smartest and most interesting people by asking them just 5 questions. This episodes guest: My guest today is the co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, Marc Randolph. Born in Chappaqua, New York...
2019-10-21
09 min
Discover This Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.
That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea by Marc Randolph
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/394565to listen full audiobooks. Title: That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea Author: Marc Randolph Narrator: Marc Randolph Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 1 minute Release date: September 17, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 8 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: HR & Admin Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Phil Knight's Shoe Dog comes the incredible untold story of how Netflix went from concept to company-all revealed by co-founder and first CEO Marc Randolph.Once upon a time, brick-and-mortar video stores were king. Late fees were ubiquitous, video-streaming...
2019-09-17
11h 01
Get Lost In The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Next-Level!
That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea by Marc Randolph
Please visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/394565to listen full audiobooks. Title: That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea Author: Marc Randolph Narrator: Marc Randolph Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 1 minute Release date: September 17, 2019 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 8 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 3 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: In the tradition of Phil Knight's Shoe Dog comes the incredible untold story of how Netflix went from concept to company-all revealed by co-founder and first CEO Marc Randolph.Once upon a time, brick-and-mortar video stores were king. Late fees were ubiquitous, video-streaming...
2019-09-17
11h 01