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WeAreLATech Los Angeles Startups Podcast, hosted by Espree DevoraInside the Octopus Life with Dave Kang: Focus, Flow & FreedomGuest: Dave Kang — Founder of Octopus Way, a movement that empowers creatives to live with clarity, curiosity, and flow.🎧 In this episode, you'll learn:🐙 How Dave Kang structures his life to manage 8+ projects🔍 A peek into the current projects he's building🎯 Why the Ikigai lifestyle isn’t as effortless as people think🛠 Actionable tools for managing complexity and staying energized💡 Tips to reclaim control and thrive as a multi-passionate creator----Episode sponsor: Go to porkbun.com/LAVIP to get a .PRO domain for only $1 for the fi...2025-06-0940 min

Minner PodcastSikeres cégvezetők naptára. Így osztják be a munkaidejüketMintha mások háromszor gyorsabban haladnának ugyanannyi idővel. Lehet a naptárad lesz a megoldás? Ebben a videóban szeretnék rávilágítani, hogy egy cégvezető, vállalkozó naptárja miben lehet még hatékonyabb úgy, hogy a vállalkozás jobban fog haladni, megszűnnek azok a gondok, amik az egyhelyben toporgást okozták és emelett végre fellégezhetsz. Lehet ezt élvezni is!Tavaly óta kutatom azt, hogy mi az ideális naptárja, teendő listája egy kiegyensúlyozott cégvezetőnek, vállalkozónak. Ekkor találtam rá egy...2025-06-0707 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#42 - How to Get a Job at a Tech Startup or Becoming a Content Creator with my MTG Coach Stanley2099In this episode, I chat with my Magic: The Gathering coach Stanley Hartman (Stanley2009) about different career paths. I flip the script and share my own advice with Stanley as we explore how to land a job at a tech startup, build a career as a content creator, and brainstorm software ideas through vibe coding. For anyone interested in career guidance, content creation, or startup ideas, this episode provides practical advice and actionable tips.FOLLOW STANLEYPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/stanley2099X: https://x.com/stanley_2099...2025-05-191h 22

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#41: Danya Shults - Career Pivots, Sabbaticals, and Navigating Life’s TransitionsHow do you know when it’s time to make a change—whether in your career, personal life, or mindset?In this episode, I sit down with Danya Shults, who shares her experiences from working at Skillshare and Patreon to becoming an executive coach. We also talk about her recent psychedelic therapy, sabbatical in Spain, and navigating changes as you get closer to 40. We discuss:The emotional and practical side of career pivotsWhy Danya and her husband quit their jobs for a four-month sabbaticalHow founders (and anyone in tran...2025-02-271h 02

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#40 - Safwaan Kay: AI Agents, Open Source Software, and AmbitionSafwaan Kay is working on a new (stealth) startup. He was previously at Founders, Inc. LINKS Safwaan's X: https://x.com/safwaankay I’m rich and have no idea what to do with my life: https://vinay.sh/i-am-rich-and-have-no-idea-what-to-do-with-my-life/ HOST Michael Karnjanaprakorn: https://mikekarnj.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 03:31 Post Exit Founder Essay 20:18 Open Source 29:47 AI Agents 46:56 Ambition 2025-01-3048 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowMy 2024 ReviewReflecting on the year has always been part of my annual process — celebrating wins, learning from challenges, and planning ahead. In this essay and podcast episode, I’ll share my highlights, lessons, and goals for 2025, along with some unexpected takeaways from a year dedicated to having fun. Lessons Dropping the Mask: Letting go of the personas we build to meet others’ expectations is difficult but transformative. Living authentically allows for deeper connections and a more fulfilling life. Redefining Success: Inspired by my conversation with Kevin Dahlstrom, I’ve embraced a new vers...2025-01-2137 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#38: Andrew Conner - Mastering Curiosity and Independent Thinking in the Age of AlgorithmsIn this episode of TKS, we explore how adult curiosity, independent thinking, and cognitive growth shape not only our careers but also our entire approach to life. Our guest, Andrew Conner, co-founder of Levels, shares insights from his 18-month sabbatical, where he stepped away from the day-to-day of building a startup to dive deep into unstructured learning and personal exploration. We discuss the mental frameworks and practical tactics that sustain lifelong curiosity, why wisdom is "the best predictor of life satisfaction," and how to cultivate cognitive ability in an algorithm-driven world. Guest https://andrewconner.com/ is the co-founder of Levels...2024-11-1255 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#37: Rick Foerster - Finding Meaning for OverachieversI chat with Rick Foerster, who shares his journey from a fast-paced tech career to one focused on family, creativity, and fulfillment. After twelve years at Privia Health, Rick took a sabbatical when the company went public. He used that time to reassess his priorities and shift from a work-centric identity to a multi-dimensional one. We discuss diversifying your identity and finding fulfillment beyond career success. We also explore the concept of ‘total addressable meaning,’ how finding meaning is the ultimate form of wealth, navigating midlife crises and avoiding burnout. This episode is perfect for anyone going through a transition, curi...2024-10-1758 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#36: Heart Disease Risk - My Journey with Lipoprotein(a)At 41, I learned I was at high risk for heart disease despite what I thought was a healthy lifestyle. When I was diagnosed with high levels of lipoprotein(a)—a genetic risk factor—I decided to document my year-long journey of understanding and managing the condition. In the episode, I share my biomarker test results, explore heart disease risks, and discuss my lifestyle and medication plans. This experience has underscored the importance of early detection and taking control of my health. Read the full essay https://mikekarnj.com/posts/tackling-high-lipoproteina-my-heart-health-journey. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:30 My Genetic Risk 02:01 Background 03:15 Test Results 04:47 Breakdown 07:31 DEXA Scan...2024-10-0324 min

Intentional WisdomEp.32 - Michael Karnjanaprakorn - The 8 Health Metrics to Track in Your 40'sMichael Karnjanaprakorn is a super impressive guy – mostly known as the founder of high-growth start-ups like Skillshare and Otis. But he’s also an incredibly thoughtful person when it comes to all things health and wellness. Michael is currently taking a two-year sabbatical on which he’s been diving deep into all the metrics to optimize for in puruit of health & longevity. In this conversation, Greg and Michael nerd out on all of the metrics they are tracking from heart health to nutrition, and discuss what’s working (and what isn’t). Sit back, rela...2024-09-241h 18

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#35: Matt Espinoza — Building a Startup Studio at 22I chat with Matt about his unconventional path to building a holding company. At just 22 years old, he has already had two successful exits. We discuss his approach to building his studio model holding company, Halation, where he focuses on creating one-of-a-kind software. Matt shares how he selects the ‘game’ he wants to play, why he chooses to work with friends, and the importance of having a 'cash cow' to fund other ventures. We delve into validating new ideas, finding the right operating partners, and his whale-and-barnacle approach. Lastly, we exchange advice on balancing work and life. 2024-08-0853 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#34: Kevin Dahlstrom - Designing a Life You Don't Need to EscapeKevin Dahlstrom might be the most balanced person I’ve ever met. He’s a 4x Founder, 3x CMO, and investor in over 55 companies. He also pursues rock climbing at an elite level — all while prioritizing his family. He says it’s only possible because of his “ideal end state” exercise. It aligns his actions with his true desires, allowing him to design a life he never needs to escape. As a result, he’s reduced work to just 10% of his identity. As I navigate my 40s, I wanted to get his advice on making the most out o...2024-06-271h 05

next playMichael Karnjanaprakorn: founding Skillshare, repeat founder cycle, improving your writing, lifestyle designMichael Karnjanaprakorn is the founder and former CEO of Skillshare and Otis (acquired by Public). Before starting companies, he was an early employee at Behance (acquired by Adobe) and Hot Potato (acquired by Facebook). Now, he's exploring new ideas, creating content, and enjoying his sabbatical.Thank you to our sponsor Notion. Make sure to sign up for Notion using this link notion.com/benlangIn this episode we talk about* Treating yourself like a startup and upgrading your own operating system* Lifestyle design, aligning how one spends their time, energy, and money with...2024-06-2543 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#33: Dan Reich — Post-Exit Life as a 4x FounderDan has sold four companies throughout his career. We discuss what that was like and dive into what he’s doing next—building a venture studio. He shares his playbook and how he's leveraging his strengths, and I get his advice on navigating post-exit life. Plus, we discuss philanthropy and finding purpose and fulfillment beyond financial success. Guest Dan Reich is an entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist. He has co-founded Spinback (acquired by Buddy Media), Tula (acquired by Procter & Gamble), Dibs Beauty, and Troops.ai (acquired by Salesforce). Link...2024-06-1145 min

The Idea MazeEpisode 10: Michael Karnjanaprakorn on Skillshare, Otis, and The Psyche of a FounderOn this episode of The Idea Maze, we are joined by serial founder, Michael Karnjanaprakorn. He shares his honest and challenging experiences founding both the popular learning community, Skillshare and Otis Wealth, a company pioneering fractionalized ownership of collectibles. He also gives an insight into how he's worked to balance his ego, founder identity, and passion as he reimagines this next stage of work. Show Links:Michael Karnjanaprakorn 2024-06-0327 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#32: Geoff Roberts - Designing a Company Around Life ProfitabilityI chatted with Geoff Roberts about how they designed the company at Outseta, where they do things differently. Everyone makes $210,000 and can choose to work one to five days a week. They operate without budgets, targets, or OKRs, maintaining a flat hierarchy with no bosses. The company prioritizes life profitability for both the team and customers. Geoff discusses the motivation behind these decisions and how a high-trust, fully transparent work environment facilitates this unique culture. Guest Geoff is the co-founder of Outseta, an all-in-one membership software that makes it easier to build...2024-05-2842 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#31 - Repeat Founder CycleIn this episode, I share the cycle many former founders go through as they decide between starting another company or riding off into the sunset. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:28 Founder Cycle 07:59 Redefining Success Podcast I am the ex-founder of Skillshare, and now exploring what's next. The Karnjanaprakorn Show (TKS) follows my journey as I share what I learn along the way. Learn more about me: https://mikekarnj.com/2024-05-2110 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#30 - Lifestyle DesignIn this episode, I explore lifestyle design, a philosophy centered around creating a life that aligns with freedom, work-life integration, purposeful living, and income autonomy. I question the conventional path to success and explore examples of people who are doing it differently. And share steps on how you can design your own lifestyle. Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:25 Core Principles 02:57 Examples 08:44 Reflection Podcast I am the ex-founder of Skillshare, and now exploring what's next. The Karnjanaprakorn Show (TKS) follows my journey as...2024-05-1410 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#29: Ryan Sneddon - Building a Local EmpireI had a conversation with Ryan Sneddon, who has built a successful local email newsletter in Annapolis, Maryland. We discussed the playbook for building a local business empire, and we both pitched different business ideas in real estate and YouTube. Guest Ryan Sneddon runs Naptown Scoop, a local newsletter serving Annapolis, Maryland. He's built an audience of over 18,000 (nearly half the town's population) and is building a local empire. Links Ryan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/lifeof_scoop Naptown Scoop: https://www.naptownscoop.com 2024-05-0753 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#28 - My Failure ResumeIn this episode, I share three career failures: not getting into business school, the failure of my first startup, and the ten pivots we went through at Skillshare. READ Failure Resume PODCAST After working in tech startups, I'm now exploring what's next. The Karnjanaprakorn Show (TKS) follows my journey as I explore ideas related to life, business, and technology. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 01:06 Business School 02:35 By/Association 06:06 Pivots 09:40 Learnings 2024-04-3012 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#27 - Tarpit IdeasTarpit ideas seem promising but trap founders in companies that are hard to scale. The first version of Skillshare was trapped. I also share a list of common tarpit ideas. Stay away from these! CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 02:33 Skillshare 06:02 List of Tarpit Ideas READ MORE Tarpit Ideas PODCAST The Karnjanaprakorn Show (TKS) is a podcast in which I explore ideas related to life, business, and technology.2024-04-2308 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#26 - Life DecisionsI compiled a list of my ten most important life decisions. There are many more, but these were the top decisions I made before I turned 40. I also share some thoughts on how to best make those decisions. LIFE DECISIONS Who should I marry? Should I have children? Where should I live? Which career should I pursue? How should I manage money? What healthy habits should I adopt? What calculated risks should I take? What values and beliefs should I uphold? Which relationships should I nurture and maintain What hobbies and interests should...2024-04-1609 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#25 - Some Ideas about BusinessIn this solo episode, I share three ideas about business: 1) how to get to your first $100K, 2) playing a different game, and 3) impact. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:30 Investing in Yourself 02:38 Metagame 06:53 Legacy 2024-04-0909 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#24 - Some Ideas About LifeIn this solo episode, I share four of my favorite blog posts from the past month. This episode aims to inspire you to rethink your approach to life, creativity, and what it means to be successful. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 01:53 Craftsmanship 05:52 Success Addiction 09:27 Parent Stories 14:27 Assets PODCAST The Karnjanaprakorn Show is where I explore ideas across life, startups, and technology. As the former founder of Skillshare, I am now following my curiosity. This show follows that journey, exploring topics...2024-04-0215 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#23: Ben Tossell - What Happens After You Sell Your StartupIn this episode, we discuss what happens after you sell your company. Ben sold his company to Zapier in 2021 for an undisclosed amount, but it was enough for Ben to retire from working. We discussed why he sold the company, what he did in the first year, and the wave of emotions he felt after selling the company. We also talked about how he spent the money and what he’s investing in today. I also picked his brain on how he’s building an AI Assistant. GUEST Ben Tossell writes an AI N...2024-03-2653 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#22: Safwaan Kay - AI Hardware, Polyamory, and Buying Internet BrandsIn this episode, we bring back Safwaan Kay to discuss trends in technology, culture, and business. We cover polyamory, AI wearables, and buying iconic internet brands. GUEST Safwaan Kay invests and incubates in emerging tech at Founders, Inc. PODCAST The Karnjanaprakorn Show is where I explore ideas across life, startups, and technology. As the former founder of Skillshare, I am now following my curiosity as I figure out my next thing. This show follows that journey, exploring topics like longevity, emerging technologies, living a fulfilling...2024-03-1938 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#21: We Made ItWe reached a big milestone today. We reached the top 1% of podcasts by publishing our 21st episode. In this episode, I'll share some lessons learned, along with the future direction of the podcast. PODCAST The Karnjanaprakorn Show is where I explore unique ideas across life, startups, and technology. As the former founder of Skillshare, I am now following my curiosity and going down intellectual rabbit holes. This show follows that journey, exploring topics like longevity, investing, emerging technologies, living a fulfilling life, and more. HOST ⁠Michael Ka...2024-03-1205 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#20: Herbert Lui - Designing Your Own Creative ProcessMy guest is Herbert Lui. I brought him on the podcast to talk about the creative process and developing a creative habit. There is no one-size-fits all approach but there are common frameworks that everyone can follow. We cover a lot of topics including the four-step creative process, capturing ideas, quality vs quantity, and promoting your own work. We also dive deep into the inner working of his note-taking process that was inspired by Ryan Holiday. Herbert has a very organized chaotic process which I can relate to and I’m sure many of you. If...2024-03-0549 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#19: Emi Gal — Reducing Cancer RiskIn this episode, I chat with Emi Gal who is the Founder/CEO of Ezra, which offers affordable MRI screenings to detect cancer. We talk about early cancer detection, longevity protocols, annual challenges, and technology advancements within healthcare. GUEST Emi Gal is the CEO/Founder of Ezra, an AI startup focused on creating a new way to screen for cancer using MRI & AI. LINKS For the Ezra story, go here. For the longevity protocols, go here CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 02:47 - Ezra 20:38 - Longevity Protocols 29:06 - Exercise Routine 32:02 - Optimizing Biomarkers 48:56 - Annual Challenges 53:11 - Technology Trends PODCAST The Karnjanaprakorn Show is...2024-02-2757 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#18: Yong-Soo Chung — Building a Personal Holding CompanyIn this episode, we discuss Personal Holding Companies (PHCs) that center on your personal interests, passions, and lifestyle. Yong-Soo shares his experiences and provides practical advice on how anyone can take a similar path. We also cover trends like AI and the development of healthy habits. The main takeaway from this discussion is that aligning your personal and business interests is very possible. GUEST Yong-Soo is a serial entrepreneur bootstrapping his business from $0 to $20m in over 8 years. LINKS First Class Founders Twitter 2024-02-2024 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#17: Henrik Werderlin — Pursuing Interestingness over GoalsI chat with Henrik Werdelin (co-founder of Barkbox) about pursuing interests rather than goals for starting companies, based on the idea of open-endedness. We also talk about how Henrik using AI to crystalize his ideas, longevity protocols, and his 8+1 framework for life planning. GUEST Henrik Werdelin is an entrepreneur and author best known for co-founding Bark / Barkbox (NYSE Listed $BARK). As well as starting Prehype, a venture building research and development group headquartered in New York. LINKS ⁠Henrik Werdelin⁠ ⁠8+1 Framework⁠ Follow Henrik on Twitter CH...2024-02-1327 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#16: Justin Duke — Buying Software BusinessesI was curious about buying software-based businesses so I reached out to Justin Duke who started Third South Capital. We talk about his journey from working at Stripe to starting his own company to acquiring five software companies. GUEST Justin Duke runs Buttondown and invests at Third South Capital. Before that, he spent four years at Stripe building data products. Here's his article on buying software businesses. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 05:44 - Buying 16:27 - Challenges 22:45 - Advice 27:48...2024-02-0658 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#15: Kevin Lee — Founder Operating System (OS)I chat with Kevin Lee, Founder of immi, discussing everything from healthy ramen to productivity in both business and personal life. We delve deep in Kevin's journey of creating a low carb, high protein ramen, addressing health concerns within Asian communities, and personal productivity processes. GUEST Kevin Lee is a co-founder of immi, which invented the world's first low carb, high protein, and 100% plant based instant ramen. He previously led better-for-you food & beverage investing at Pear VC and is an angel investor in 40+ companies. He grew up working alongside his grandparents on their produce farms in Taiwan. Follow Kevin on ⁠Twi...2024-01-3059 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#14: "One and Done" RoundLet's talk about startup fundraising. Why are startups so hard? What's the game that you play when you raise from a VC? What I would do if I were to start a company today? CONNECT Watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael⁠⁠⁠ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Why Startups are Hard 04:45 - The VC Game 09:55 - The One and Done Round 13:13 - Taking Money Off the Table 16:36 - Recap 2024-01-2317 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#13: Myles Snider — Finding Purpose in the KitchenI chat with Myles Snider on finding your purpose or ikigai. We also explore his unique approach to cooking instruction that focuses on principles rather than recipes. We also talk about seed oils, ways to detoxify your kitchen, and why you shouldn't use plastic cutting boards. We end the show brainstorming a business idea around creating a healthier American burger joint. GUEST Myles Snider runs an online cooking school called 80/20 Cooking. Follow Myles on Twitter Follow Myles on Instagram Follow Myles on TikTok CONNECT 2024-01-1653 min

The Startup Ideas Podcast$1M Startup Trends in 2024, With Michael KarnjanaprakornI'm joined by Michael Karnjanaprakorn, former CEO of Skillshare. We talk about the biggest startup trends that will shape 2024: IRL community spaces, AI educational agents, and more.📬 Join my free newsletter to get weekly startup insights for free: https://www.gregisenberg.com/70,000+ people are already subscribed.FIND ME ON SOCIALX/Twitter:https://twitter.com/gregisenbergInstagram:https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/FIND MICHAEL ON SOCIALX/Twitter: https://twi...2024-01-1146 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#12: Living Near FriendsI wrote my most viral tweet about the trend of friends moving next door to each other. In the tweet, I explore why I think this idea went viral, why more people aren't doing it, and different models of how you can live near your friends. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 02:11 - Impact on Happiness 03:24 - Challenges 06:36 - Different Models 10:06 - My Thoughts 12:09 - Why Don't More People Do This? CONNECT Watch on ⁠⁠Youtube⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠ Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠Michael⁠⁠2024-01-0915 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#11: System10: Upgrade your Personal OSRather than just setting goals, I’m trying something new this year around building a system. It's called System10: • One keystone habit per month • Each month builds on top of the previous one • Add 10 new habits and routines into my personal OS I discovered this approach when I stopped drinking alcohol. It had such a positive ripple effect in so many others areas of my life. Goal now is to incorporate new habits and routines that create a lifestyle change. CHAPTERS 00:00...2024-01-0207 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#10: 2023 Review & Lessons LearnedI review my year where I took sabbatical, quit drinking alcohol, and share my biggest unexpected surprise. I also share some important lessons that anyone can apply in their own lives, including collecting memory dividends. 00:00 - Introduction 03:37 - The Decade Goal 06:53 - Wisest Decision 08:06 - Lessons Learned 14:26 - 2024 2023-12-2616 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn Show#9: Kane Kallaway — Reaching 1B Views as a CreatorKane Kallway is a content creator who has reached 1B views in less than a year. We thought it would be fun to do a "dual coaching" episode where we talk through challenges of building a personal holding company. I helped him think through monetization and he helped me think through content strategy. This episode is packed with the nitty gritty of what it's like to build a company. GUEST Instagram: / kanekallaway Tiktok: / kanekallaway YouTube: / @kallaway Twitter: / kanekallaway Blueprint (newsletter): https://www.espressoletter.com CONNECT Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠...2023-12-201h 19

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowAI Friends, Longevity Clinics & Living near Friends w/ Safwaan KayEpisode #8: In this special edition of the show, we host our very first live episode with Safwaan Kay. We talk about what 20 year olds in SF and what 40 year olds are into right now. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 01:23 - AI Friends 11:32 - Longevity Clinics 26:12 - Choosing Where to Live CONNECT Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Watch on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Michael⁠⁠ 2023-12-1239 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowEver wonder what it's like to have $100M?Episode #7: In this episode, we dive into the life and lessons of 'Hector', a software engineer who accumulated a net worth over $125 million after his company went public in the 2010s. By summarizing a series of Hector's Reddit posts, we distill five key life lessons from his experiences. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 00:33 - Background 01:59 - Lesson 1: Luck 03:37 - Lesson 2: Investment 04:56 - Lesson 3: Novelty 06:21 - Lesson 4: Time 07:26 - Lesson 5: Purpose CONNECT Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Michael’s newsletter⁠⁠⁠ Watch on ⁠⁠⁠Yo...2023-12-0609 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowFrom Homeless to Multi-Million Dollar Sports Card Collection with Erik MyersEpisode #6: In this interview, Erik Myers takes us through his journey from experiencing homelessness to building a multi-million dollar sports card collection. He reveals how his past experiences, resilience, and mindset have shaped his success. He shares valuable life lessons and emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, self-belief, and service to others. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 04:49 - Early Life and Challenges 09:26 - Struggles and Turning Point 20:42 - Growing the Card Collection 29:42 - Pivotal Moments and Big Moves 33:20 - Power of Self-Belief and Determination 38:08 - Importance of Self-Mastery 48:19 - Joy of Helping Others and...2023-11-2854 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowTech Optimism, AI Tutoring & Olipop (Tings Newsletter #16)Episode #5: Every month, I write a newsletter called Tings. It consists of 20 bulleted points on random ideas. In this episode, I decided to provide some commentary behind each point. Here's the AI-written description: "A new episode of The Karnjanaprakorn Show where the host explores his latest newsletter. He shares thoughts on a variety of topics, and gives some backstory and commentary about why he included certain links and bullet points. Key topics include 'tech optimism', potential of AI-based tutors, new productivity tools, a critical review on a popular health drink ID'd as 'Olipop', book...2023-11-2115 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowProtocol Daddies with Johnny BowmanEpisode #4: We talk about “protocol daddies” like Andrew Huberman, explore the archetype for the right male role model, and how emotional intelligence fits into that. GUEST Johnny Bowman is the co-lead the Brooklyn Chapter of All Kings, a men's group focused on supporting formerly incarcerated men. CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 01:53 Physical Health 11:03 Protocol Daddies 25:00 Men’s Groups 41:45 Creating a Life Mission 57:00 Active Listening LINKS FROM THE SHOW Johnny’s ⁠newsletter⁠: Johnny’s ⁠course for...2023-11-151h 10

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowCreativityEpisode #3: I asked AI to write this episode’s description. Here it is! “My journey grappling with societal labels and feeling pigeonholed into certain roles due to these labels. I stress the importance of not allowing societal labels to dictate who you are, embracing your creative side, and carving out your own unique path. I use the analogy of the 'Second Mountain' to explain my shift from focusing on self-definition to nurturing my creative expression. I also share my vision for creating a personal holding company focused on creative projects that balance personal expression with societal benefit.” 2023-11-0811 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowMidlife Transition with Ryan VaughnEpisode #2: I chat with Ryan Vaughn about midlife transitions, letting go of externally created identities, and the role of psychedelics in self-discovery. GUEST Ryan Vaughn is a founder/executive coach at ⁠Inside Out Leadership CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 01:27 - Motivation 02:52 - Midlife Transition 03:45 - Identity Shifts 11:32 - Phases 15:34 - Transitions 20:39 - Ego 24:09 - Psychedelics 36:36 - Relationships LINKS FROM THE SHOW Ryan's article on th...2023-10-3145 min

TKS: The Karnjanaprakorn ShowSabbaticalEpisode #1: Over the past 365 days, I've been on a sabbatical. Intentionally doing absolutely nothing. That was really hard for me. But taking time off to do nothing was also one of the best things I ever did. I reflect on the year and talk about reprioritizing my life and going through an identity shift. 00:00 Intro 04:32 Five Regrets of the Dying 05:41 Second Mountain 09:49 The Karnjanaprakorn Show 2023-10-2312 min

The Startup Ideas PodcastMoney, Wealth, and Personal Holding Companies with Michael KarnjanaprakornToday, Greg is joined by Michael Karnjanaprakorn, the founder of Skillshare and Otis. He's now taking time off to think and write about life, money and personal holding companies. In this episode, Greg and Mike talk about the thing Mike is *most* uncomfortable talking about: money. ►►Subscribe to Greg's weekly newsletter for insights on community,creators and commerce.You'll also find out when new and exclusiveepisodes come out from Where it Happens. And it's totally free.https://latecheckout.substack.comFIND ME ON SOCIAL:Twitter: https://twitt...2022-12-0847 min

Lead the Team (Top 2% of Podcasts)Cutting-Edge Strategy to Build and Develop Your Team, Skillshare CEO, Matt CooperIs your team making your vision a reality? Are they getting there fast enough?It is essential to have a leadership vision, AND you need to create the team to get there. This is where many inspiring visions fail. I host Matt Cooper, CEO of Skillshare, who shares how leaders are tapping into new strategies to leverage the best talent around the world to accelerate their leadership vision and make them a reality.Since joining in November 2016, he’s led the company to significant growth of both sales and subscribers. Skillshare has more th...2022-12-0545 min

Talking Too Loud with Chris SavageSetting Boundaries with Michael KarnjanaprakornWhat’s got Michael talking too loud? He moved to North Carolina, and he “caught the southern bug,” golfing, fishing, and camping all the time now. He never thought he’d be into nature because he has severe allergies, but now he’s totally immersed in it.Links to learn more about Michael:Michael’s TwitterFollow us: twitter.com/wistiaSubscribe: wistia.com/series/talking-too-loudLove what you heard? Leave us a review!We want to hear from you! Write in and let us know what you think ab...2022-10-1142 min

Weekly Audio Journal by Kevin Ly Social77 - Effort vs JoyHello everyone, welcome to my weekly audio journal. Today I'd like to share a segment from a Twitter storm from Michael Karnjanaprakorn, Effort vs Joy. It's not about how much money you spend but the trade off with effort. Earning giant mansions, keeping multiple residences or owning a private jet. It requires maintenance and manpower... but is it really worth all the effort and does it actually bring joy? For any significant expense above $5,000. Does it require extra time and energy? Does it affect our existing relationships? Does it require new relationships? If the answer is yes...2022-09-1800 min $The Pencil Pusher\'s Podcast$ The Pencil Pusher's PodcastSkillshare Founder Michael KarnjanaprakornWelcome once again Leadheads to another fine episode of The Pencil Pushers Podcast. I am of course your humble host Mike Rosado and I am honored to be sharing some time with you today. Speaking of sharing time, I had the pleasure of sitting down at the studio with Skillshare founder, Michael Karnjanaprakorn to talk about a myriad of topics. For those of you few creatives that may have never heard or used Skillshare, they are pretty much the premiere online learning resource for creatives. Listen in as we talk about how Skillshare came to be, what...2022-09-121h 07

The Calum Johnson ShowE15: Michael Karnjanaprakorn: Founder of Skillshare on How to Live The Good LifeMichael Karnjanaprakorn is behind many successful startups. He started Skillshare and Otis. He was also an early employee at Behance and Hot Potato (now part of META). Michael, who just turned 40, writes about life, money, entrepreneurship and business for his growing 34k followers on Twitter. When he’s not creating disruptive companies, he’s probably eating burgers, improving his golf score or watching UFC fights. In this episode, we discuss: The mindset changes you need to implement in order to achieve professional and financial freedom The power of boredom The concept of personal holding companies - the...2022-09-051h 04 $Omidyar Network Founder\'s Corner Podcast$ Omidyar Network Founder's Corner PodcastCombining Company & Product Growth | Skillshare Founder Michael KarnjanaprakornCombining Company & Product Growth with Skillshare Founder Michael Karnjanaprakorn. Part of what makes an entrepreneur successful isn’t just her or his vision, but also the day-to-day approach to productivity, motivating others, and communicating both regular activity and major changes. Michael Karnjanaprakorn founded Skillshare with the belief that everyone has a skill that they can teach or share with the rest of the world. With more than 2 million students and nearly 10,000 classes online, Skillshare is a global learning community for creators. We sat down with Michael to get his thoughts on getting to product-market fit in th...2020-07-2742 min

Steve Hargadon InterviewsMichael Karnjanaprakorn: De-Institutionalization of Teaching | Steve Hargadon | Jul 24 2012Michael Karnjanaprakorn: De-Institutionalization of Teaching | Steve Hargadon | Jul 24 2012 by Steve Hargadon 2019-08-2257 min

Innovation and Leadership w/ Jess Larsen#182 Michael Karnjanaprakorn Part 2See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.2018-02-2131 min

Innovation and Leadership w/ Jess Larsen#181 CEO/Co-Founder of Skillshare - Michael KarnjanaprakornHe is the founder of Skillshare, which is an online learning community. Over 3.5M members can explore thousands of classes, network with peers and potential employers, and showcase their talents to the world. Thier mission is to provide universal access to learning and opportunities. He is also the founder of Turing Capital, which invests and incubates in blockchain companies. Previously, he led the product team at Hot Potato (acquired by Facebook) and was an early employee at Behance (acquired by Adobe). He also a TED Fellow and listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business. He currently l...2018-02-1426 min

HackToStartMichael Karnjanaprakorn, Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Skillshare | EP 175Michael Karnjanaprakorn is the Co-founder and Executive Chairman at Skillshare. Michael has always had a passion and love for education and learning. His career in tech began as an outsider looking to prove himself. And so he ended up taking a pay cut to move to New York and join Scott Belsky at Behance with two things in mind: do whatever the team needed and learn as much as he could. While product/market fit was already found at Behance, Michael later dove into product at Hot Potato, both deepening his skillset and knowledge in this area, and getting to...2017-11-2128 min

The Future Of Work With Jacob MorganEp. 48: Why The Future of Work is All About Teaching Yourself My guest for this week’s episode of the Future of Work podcast is Michael Karnjanaprakorn, CEO and Co-Founder of Skillshare. For those of you looking to adapt and learn new skills, you will find this conversation quite interesting. Skillshare is an on-line platform where you can learn almost anything you need to stay relevant in today’s workplace. Michael and I look at why the future of work is all about teaching yourself and not relying on education institutions or organizations to teach us the skills, information and knowledge that we might need to be successful in life. 2015-09-0154 min

Future Ready Leadership With Jacob MorganEp. 48: Why The Future of Work is All About Teaching Yourself My guest for this week’s episode of the Future of Work podcast is Michael Karnjanaprakorn, CEO and Co-Founder of Skillshare. For those of you looking to adapt and learn new skills, you will find this conversation quite interesting. Skillshare is an on-line platform where you can learn almost anything you need to stay relevant in today’s workplace. Michael and I look at why the future of work is all about teaching yourself and not relying on education institutions or organizations to teach us the skills, information and knowledge that we might need to be successful in life. 2015-09-0154 min

Eat Your Words Presents: Saved by the BelliniEpisode 68: SkillShareThis week on Let’s Eat In, Cathy is joined by Michael Karnjanaprakorn, the founder of SkillShare.com – a community marketplace to learn anything from anyone. Michael and Cathy talk about how attending small underground classes can help you figure out what your true calling is. This episode was sponsored by Hearst Ranch – the nations largest single-source supplier of grassfed and grass-finished beef. For more information visit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2011-04-1833 min