
 World Class
 World Class Bootstrapping to Hundreds of Millions in Revenue & Building a World Class Life | Jan Bednar
 May 2, 2024 
 Jan Bednar, founder of Shipmonk, discusses bootstrapping his way to a $1B enterprise, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, team building, and aligning values with hires. He shares insights on stress tolerance, emotional intelligence, and the balance between confidence and humility in entrepreneurship. The podcast explores his post-exit emotional journey, pursuit of happiness, and future aspirations in business and personal growth. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 From Early Endeavors to Tech Solutions: An Entrepreneurial Journey 
 01:32 • 14min 
 Lessons in Leadership and Growth while Scaling a Company 
 15:41 • 16min 
 Exploring Stress Tolerance, Emotional Intelligence, and Decision-Making 
 31:16 • 2min 
 Navigating the Balance of Confidence and Humility in Entrepreneurship 
 33:22 • 2min 
 Navigating the Emotional Journey Post-Exit 
 35:07 • 4min 
 The Pursuit of Happiness and Financial Freedom 
 38:55 • 9min 
 Exploring Growth and Adventure in Life 
 47:53 • 3min 
