

I Interviewed the President of Shopify | Ep 670
15 snips Feb 9, 2024
Alex Hormozi interviews Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, about the company's growth, user-friendly design, and vision for the future of commerce. They discuss the accessibility of entrepreneurship and the importance of starting small. They also explore Shopify's early growth strategies, successful partnerships, and the power of vulnerability. Additionally, they touch on the future of entrepreneurship, trends in retail, and the value of complementary partnerships in both business ventures and life.
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Harley's Entrepreneurial Origin Story
- Harley Finkelstein started as a DJ and T-shirt seller before joining Shopify as employee number one.
- He used his entrepreneurial experience to help grow Shopify from a small startup to a global e-commerce platform.
Start by Solving Your Problems
- Solve your own problems or scratch your own itch to identify viable business ideas.
- Don’t wait to find the perfect passion; use initial ventures to learn and grow.
Cost of Failure is Lowest Ever
- The cost of failure in starting a business today is the lowest ever, making entrepreneurship highly accessible.
- This drives a renaissance where millions now consider starting their own business worldwide.