Redfin is a real estate company based in Austin, Texas. It's selling homes that can be turned into community centers or even Airbnb-style rentals. Founder and CEO of Redfin says he has had requests from all over the country to do this type of development.
Joe Gebbia joins Jason to discuss the early days of Airbnb, gaining traction, persevering through the “no’s,” and functional design. (2:09) They also discuss gaining customer trust and Airbnb’s incredible COVID turnaround. (21:17) Joe wraps the show by breaking down his new venture, Samara. (45:05)
(0:00) Jason kicks off the show
(2:09) Airbnb’s first sign of traction
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(10:04) Persevering through the “no’s,” and functional design
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(21:17) Gaining customer trust
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(32:17) Airbnb’s incredible COVID turnaround
(45:05) Joe’s new startup Samara
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