The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett Shopify President: How To Become A Millionaire For The Price Of A Starbucks Coffee!
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May 8, 2023 
Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey from selling T-shirts at university to leading a billion-dollar e-commerce platform. He discusses how anyone can become an entrepreneur with minimal investment and emphasizes the importance of embracing failure and self-discovery. Harley also explores his drive to find meaning over mere happiness and the transformative power of entrepreneurship. His insights encourage aspiring business owners to initiate their ventures despite challenges.
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Commercializing Hobbies
- Many people work jobs they hate but have untapped hobbies.
- Commercializing these hobbies diversifies the market and lets people find their life's work.
Passion vs. Necessity
- Harley Finkelstein's first business, DJing, stemmed from passion, while his t-shirt business arose from necessity.
- He wasn't passionate about t-shirts but was driven by the need to support his family.
Embracing Failure
- Prior successes make failure easier, as one setback doesn't define your overall journey.
- Separating personal identity from project failure allows for growth and learning.