Leading With Purpose #8: The Birth of a Brand with UGG Shoes Founder Brian Smith
Sep 15, 2015
In this podcast, Nathan R Mitchell interviews Brian Smith, Founder of UGG shoes. They discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, adversity, and the journey of building the UGG brand. Topics include starting small, overcoming obstacles, building a team, merging companies for financial stability, and the role of luck and karma in success.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Brian Smith: From Accountant to Founder of UGG Shoes
04:57 • 8min
Two Informative Shows: Social Media for Businesses and Baby Care Tips
12:41 • 2min
Starting Small and Overcoming Obstacles
14:46 • 13min
Podcast Advertisements
27:34 • 2min
Building a Team and Early Challenges
29:38 • 11min
Merging Companies for Financial Stability
40:38 • 2min
Luck, Karma, and Taking Action
42:36 • 15min