Masters of Scale

How setbacks create momentum w/ Robert Reffkin, Compass founder and CEO

Sep 14, 2021

Robert Reffkin, founder and CEO of the real estate platform Compass, shares his journey of turning setbacks into momentum. He discusses how obstacles can be reframed as opportunities for growth, drawing inspiration from his early experiences and challenging times during the dot-com bubble. Reffkin emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and seeking feedback to fuel entrepreneurial spirit. He also highlights how transformative conversations and strategic pivots play a crucial role in defining one's path and achieving success.

30:48

Episode guests

Robert Reffkin

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Episode notes

Intro

2min

Turning Setbacks into Success

10min

Building Momentum Through Feedback and Opportunity Recognition

2min

Navigating Career Pivots

3min

Building Dreams: The Journey of Restaurant Entrepreneurs

2min

Revolutionizing Real Estate: The Urban Compass Journey

13min

Harnessing Momentum for Business Growth

5min

As dangerous as obstacles and setbacks may appear, they can also present opportunities. Robert Reffkin, founder and CEO of the real estate platform, Compass, knows this well. He’s a perfect example of how to use challenges to generate a fresh burst of energy. Reffkin explains how he’s been able to reassess situations in the wake of setbacks, plan his next move, and successfully execute pivots. The trick isn't necessarily to avoid obstacles at all cost, but rather, quickly identify them as resources you can harness. “You can't do great things in the world if you don't have that entrepreneurial, ‘I can do it’ energy,” Reffkin says. “And how do you get that energy? You dream a big dream.” With Dr. Shini Somara, renowned mechanical engineer and science broadcaster.

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