CEO Series: Susan Wojcicki, YouTube

Susan Wojcicki didn’t just lead YouTube—she shaped the digital age. From being Google’s 16th employee to orchestrating YouTube’s $1.65 billion acquisition, her vision transformed the platform into a global powerhouse.

In this episode of Billion Dollar Moves CEO Series, we honor Susan’s legacy—from her groundbreaking leadership in tech to her unwavering commitment to innovation. As we reflect on her impact, her story remains a masterclass in bold decision-making, resilience, and the power of long-term vision.

Timestamps / Key Takeaways

0:00 - Intro

03:35 - Key Takeaways #1: Spotting Unconventional Opportunities

06:49 - Key Takeaways #2: Navigating Controversy with Strategy and Empathy

09:51 - Key Takeaways #3: Empowering Others to Succeed

12:20 - Key Takeaways #4: Balancing Personal Challenges with Professional Resilience

14:41 - Key Takeaways #5: Betting on Long-Term Growth and Building Stakeholder Buy-In

18:18 - Mental Models to Think, Lead, Invest and Build Like Susan Wojcicki

About Susan Wojcicki

Susan Diane Wojcicki was an American business executive who was the chief executive officer of YouTube from 2014 to 2023. Her net worth was estimated at $765 million in 2022. Wojcicki worked in the technology industry for over twenty years.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SUSAN:

https://www.youtube.com/susanwojcicki

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Wojcicki

Sources:

A conversation with YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki

Susan Wojcicki on: How to Avoid Burnout In A Leadership Role & Learning To Celebrate the Small Wins

YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki on Recode Decode

Davos Annual Meeting 2022 - A Conversation with Susan Wojcicki, CEO of YouTube

-

PODCAST INFO:

Podcast website: https://billiondollarmoves.com

Watch on Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/sarahchenglobal

Join the community: https://sarah-chen.ck.page/billiondollarmoves

FOLLOW SARAH:

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/sarahchenglobal

Instagram: https://instagram.com/sarahchenglobal

Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarahchenglobal