How I Built This with Guy Raz Twitter, Medium and Blogger: Ev Williams
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May 6, 2024 
Ev Williams, co-founder of Twitter and the mind behind Blogger and Medium, shares his fascinating journey from college dropout to tech innovator. He recounts early struggles with startups, the emotional toll of managing and losing a company, and the pivotal moments that led to Twitter's rise. Ev discusses how real-time connectivity shaped online engagement and reflects on the balance between hard work and luck in achieving success. With humor and insight, he emphasizes the personal growth that comes from failure and innovation in the tech landscape.
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Farm Boy to Tech Founder
- Ev Williams grew up on a farm in Nebraska, a background he feels instilled entrepreneurial values like independence and self-reliance.
- However, he didn't connect with the sports-centric culture, choosing not to play football like most other boys.
Work Before Startup
- Work at a company before starting your own. Williams realized he didn't know anything about business and suggests gaining experience first.
Key West Hustle
- After dropping out of college, Williams moved to Key West to work with marketing guru Gary Halbert. Williams slept in his van, determined to prove himself.