Mike Cannon-Brookes and Scott Farquhar, the co-founders of Atlassian, share their inspiring journey from college friends to tech billionaires. They discuss the challenges of launching a startup in Australia, including societal skepticism and the early struggle to pivot from tech support to developing software. Their fortuitous creation of Jira decimated boundaries in project management and led to their monumental success. With humor, they recount their unconventional marketing tactics and the importance of core values in navigating rapid growth.

Max Chafkin, a Bloomberg Businessweek columnist, dives into the transformative effects of Elon Musk. Jeremy Waxman, CEO of Zillow, discusses housing market challenges, high mortgage rates, and the need for federal support. Mike Cannon Brooks, CEO of Atlassian, shares insights on AI's impact on tech spending and innovative strategies for businesses. The conversation touches on cryptocurrencies, the importance of government policies in real estate, and the dynamic interplay between technology and the housing industry.

Atlassian co-CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes talks with Recode's Kara Swisher about co-founding an enterprise software company in Sydney, Australia, in 2002. Cannon-Brookes reflects on Atlassian's successful American IPO and the differences between his team and tech companies that start in other parts of the world. Rather than trying to beat Silicon Valley at its own game, he says, the right approach for Australia is to nurture its own tech talent while building bridges across the ocean. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Cannon-Brookes, Co-founder and CEO of Atlassian, discusses the company's ambitious partnership with Williams Racing F1, aimed at blending tech and speed. Ali Furman of PwC explores how tariffs are reshaping the retail landscape, influencing everything from pricing to supply chains. Jon Taffer, the savvy host of Bar Rescue, shares insights on the restaurant industry's struggles with rising inflation and labor challenges, revealing how eateries are adapting to survive in the current economic climate.

The founding story of Blackbird is discussed by Niki, Rick, Mike Cannon-Brookes & Hunter. They cover Blackbird’s origin story, investment philosophy, and the impact of COVID-19 on the tech industry. They also explore the importance of ambition, team building, and the growth of the Australian BC community. Partnership between Greenspring and Blackbird is also discussed.