Pattern Breakers Justin Kan: Pattern Breaker Personified
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Jun 10, 2024 Justin Kan, a man with uncommon ideas and persuasive leadership skills, discusses the success of Justin.tv and Twitch, his fear of scarcity, and lessons learned from the failure of Atrium. The podcast delves into his innovative ventures, storytelling prowess, and embracing intrinsic motivations over external success.
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Early Ventures
- Justin Kan's early ventures included Space Cadets, a project aiming to send a camera to space.
- He also auctioned his first company, Kiko, on eBay after Google Calendar disrupted their market.
Maternal Influence
- Justin Kan's mother, a Malaysian immigrant, instilled a strong work ethic and resourcefulness in him.
- However, her scarcity mindset also influenced his drive and perspective on success.
Lifelong Friendship
- Justin Kan and Emmett Shear, co-founders of Twitch, lived within a mile of each other for most of their lives.
- Their shared creative imaginations and friendship laid the foundation for their entrepreneurial pursuits.