The Ben & Marc Show

Adam Neumann: This is How You Build Iconic Companies

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Jun 12, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Adam Neumann, founder of WeWork and Flow, shares insights into his transformative journey from public failure to redefining real estate. He discusses how his childhood fueled his passion for community and explores the loneliness crisis as a major design challenge. Neumann reveals how Flow aims to create meaningful living spaces that foster genuine connections. The talk touches on resilience, innovation amid COVID-19, and the evolving landscape of housing for the next generation.
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ANECDOTE

Early Life Shaped Community Vision

  • Adam Neumann's childhood involved constant moves, shaping his focus on community and belonging.
  • He befriended outcast kids to integrate into new social groups, strengthening his sense of unity.
INSIGHT

Dyslexia Fuels Unique Thinking

  • Dyslexia taught Adam to hide challenges and think outside the box.
  • It forced him to find unique solutions and rely on listening and friends for support.
ADVICE

Support Young Entrepreneurship

  • Teachers should tell young entrepreneurs how to achieve their dreams, not why they are impossible.
  • Encouragement and guidance matter more than dismissing ambitious ideas as unrealistic.
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