Masters of Scale Entrepreneurship as a second act, w/Gwyneth Paltrow
Jul 2, 2019
Gwyneth Paltrow, an acclaimed actress and founder of the lifestyle brand Goop, discusses her transition from Hollywood to entrepreneurship. She shares her insights on the value of life experience in business and how it can fuel innovative ideas. Paltrow emphasizes the importance of mentorship and networking in building a brand. She reflects on the challenges of leadership and the need for a strong company culture while scaling a startup. With fascinating anecdotes and advice, she inspires listeners to embrace entrepreneurship, regardless of their age.
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Faking It Till You Make It
- Boyd Martin, an Olympic horse rider, landed a horse-breaking job in Japan despite lacking experience.
- He successfully broke in 48 horses, demonstrating learning under pressure.
Entrepreneurship at Any Age
- Don't let age or self-doubt stop you from pursuing entrepreneurship.
- Founding a business can be a second, third, or even hundredth act.
Personal Need, Business Seed
- Gwyneth Paltrow's entrepreneurial journey with Goop stemmed from a personal need for trusted lifestyle content.
- This illustrates how personal experiences can inspire business ideas.
