XPO Chairman Jacobs Shares Career Highlights, Advice
Jan 19, 2024
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Brad Jacobs, Executive Chairman at XPO, discusses his career and his new book. They talk about navigating global events and economic slowdown, value creation, revenue projections, morning rituals, meditation, therapy, and the importance of size and economies of scale in companies.
Understanding how money is made in the entertainment industry is crucial for success.
Creating a strong culture and fostering teamwork are key factors for business success.
Deep dives
The Importance of Understanding the Business of Pop Culture
Pop culture is a significant aspect of leisure time, entertainment, and technology. Understanding how the things people love are made and how money is made from them is crucial. The podcast episode features Lucas Shaw, who covers the business of pop culture for Bloomberg. He emphasizes the importance of providing context and explaining how the entertainment industry is changing.
Brad Jacobs and his New Venture in the Freight Services Industry
Brad Jacobs, founder and chairman of XPO, is a serial entrepreneur with a new venture in the freight services industry. XPO provides services to major global companies such as Boeing, Ikea, Home Depot, and more. Brad has started five companies and emphasizes the significance of talent and creating a culture that fosters strong teamwork and collaboration. He discusses his new book, 'How to Make a Few Billion Dollars,' sharing techniques for achieving success in business and attracting great people.
The Expansion Plans of Brad Jacobs and the Impact of the Global Economy
Brad Jacobs is currently involved in launching a new company called QxO, focused on consolidating the building products distribution industry in North America and Europe. He plans to acquire various privately held companies and leverage technology and procurement strategies to achieve operational efficiencies and economies of scale. Brad expresses confidence in his ability to execute his business plan, which includes generating at least a billion dollars of revenue in the first year and aiming for revenue in the tens of billions over the next decade.
Brad Jacobs, Executive Chairman at XPO, discusses his book How to Make a Few Billion Dollars. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.