Masters of Scale

Jimmy Iovine: Harness fear to drive innovation, part 2

Jun 6, 2023

In this insightful discussion, music mogul Jimmy Iovine shares his journey as a record producer and tech innovator behind Interscope and Beats. He emphasizes how harnessing fear can ignite creativity and drive innovation. Iovine reflects on the vital balance between instinct and courage, revealing how his experiences with legends like John Lennon and Dr. Dre shaped his approach. The conversation also delves into the exciting intersection of music and technology, highlighting how groundbreaking collaborations have redefined the industry landscape.

30:52

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Jimmy Iovine

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Harnessing Courage and Instincts in Innovation

2min

Trusting Instincts and Navigating Industry Challenges

4min

Harmony of Tech and Music

10min

Innovating Music: Breaking Barriers and Redefining Success

4min

Innovating Through Collaboration

11min

Empathy and Innovation in Business

5min

With guest host Angela Ahrendts (Burberry, Apple). To innovate, you need to build an instinct to smash through barriers — especially the ones that terrify you. Music industry legend Jimmy Iovine has done this throughout his career working with legendary artists like John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and Dr. Dre, working in innovative tech like Beats Electronics and Apple Music, as well as in his groundbreaking work educating the next generation of creatives.

In the final installment of this two part series, we learn how fear is the tailwind that Jimmy has harnessed to break down barriers and drive creative breakthroughs.

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