The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Prof G Markets: The Story of Scott’s Career
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May 26, 2025 Dive into an inspiring entrepreneurial journey as the host shares the whimsical beginnings of a VHS delivery service and the evolution into brand consulting. Discover the highs and lows of founding e-commerce ventures, the importance of resilience amidst setbacks, and the emotional complexities tied to entrepreneurship. Hear candid reflections on lucrative offers, personal growth during COVID, and the balance between ambitions and fulfillment. It's an entertaining fusion of humor, hard lessons, and uplifting insights!
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Early VHS Delivery Startup
- Scott Galloway started Stress Busters, a VHS rental delivery business, after leaving Morgan Stanley.
- The venture was stressful and difficult but taught him resilience through repeated rejection.
Starting Consulting Firm Profit
- Scott launched Profit in business school offering brand strategy consulting.
- He surprisingly landed a $125,000 contract with Yamaha despite his doubts about credibility.
Red Envelope's Rise and Fall
- Scott founded Red Envelope (formerly 911Gifts) to ease gift-giving, backed by Sequoia Capital.
- The brand struggled, conflicts with investors arose, and operational crises led to bankruptcy and heavy personal loss.
