The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
Prof G Markets: Scott’s Nine Businesses
Nov 27, 2023
Dive into a fascinating journey of entrepreneurship, from launching a VHS delivery service to founding impactful ventures. Explore how early struggles shaped resilience and innovation in business. Vivid insights touch on balancing personal sacrifices with professional success and the emotional rollercoaster of navigating financial instability. Reflect on the rise and fall of inventive ideas, partnership decisions, and the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment in today's business world.
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- The speaker reflects on the pleasures and rewards of entrepreneurship, highlighting the importance of economic security and the fulfillment of building a successful company.
- The speaker emphasizes the importance of endurance, not giving up when facing setbacks or challenges, and expresses gratitude for both the good and the bad luck they have experienced, shaping their journey.
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Starting an edtech company to address issues in higher education
The speaker starts a company called Section, aiming to offer an affordable alternative to higher education. They express concerns about the moral corruption in higher education and want to provide an 80% equivalent of a graduate elective at a lower cost. The initial response is positive, but it faces challenges due to COVID-19. They focus on AI for growth and find stability after right-sizing the company.
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