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Mark Tluszcz - Billion Dollar Baby

42 min · 20 de jul de 202042 min
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It's the billion dollar question - how do you take a good company and make it great (as in, billion dollar great?). We put the question to Mark Tluszcz - Chairman of web development platform, Wix, first investor in Skype, Co-Founder / Chairman of Mangrove Capital Partners, and self made billionaire, in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the world of investing, technology and startups. If you thought Dragons Den and Shark Tank were brutal, Mark only invests in about 5 out of 2000 ideas every year! His ability to pick a good idea and invest into a good company, has made him a leader in the technology investment space. In fact he turned a $8M investment in Wix into a $15b company as at July 2020 - (and that was up $5b since the recording of this interview in May 2020!) Join us as we break down the myths and misperceptions about the startup world and get the lowdown on: The DNA of a successful entrepreneur What it really takes to make it big in the start-up world The secrets to taking a good company and product to great What every investor looks for Competitiveness and keeping grounded in the tech world Secrets of growing a billion dollar baby (Wix) and how they made 200 employees, millionaires What's the next big thing in the post-Covid world

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episode Mark Tluszcz - Billion Dollar Baby artwork

Mark Tluszcz - Billion Dollar Baby

It's the billion dollar question - how do you take a good company and make it great (as in, billion dollar great?). We put the question to Mark Tluszcz - Chairman of web development platform, Wix, first investor in Skype, Co-Founder / Chairman of Mangrove Capital Partners, and self made billionaire, in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the world of investing, technology and startups. If you thought Dragons Den and Shark Tank were brutal, Mark only invests in about 5 out of 2000 ideas every year! His ability to pick a good idea and invest into a good company, has made him a leader in the technology investment space. In fact he turned a $8M investment in Wix into a $15b company as at July 2020 - (and that was up $5b since the recording of this interview in May 2020!) Join us as we break down the myths and misperceptions about the startup world and get the lowdown on: The DNA of a successful entrepreneur What it really takes to make it big in the start-up world The secrets to taking a good company and product to great What every investor looks for Competitiveness and keeping grounded in the tech world Secrets of growing a billion dollar baby (Wix) and how they made 200 employees, millionaires What's the next big thing in the post-Covid world

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Elibert Enoka - The Game Within The Game

When you join the NZ All Blacks Rugby Team, the legacy you step into is far more intimidating than any opponent you’ll face. Add to that the pressure, expectations and weight of a nation and you have the ultimate game within the game. We sit down with Gilbert Enoka - All Blacks Leadership Manager, internationally renowned mental skills coach, and the man who's known for being able to get inside the head of one of the greatest international sports teams in history. His straight up, no b/s Kiwi approach to greatness and the man who created the 'No Dickheads' policy with the motto "if you can't change the people, change the people" has helped build one of the most revered cultures and proudest legacies of any team in history. Join us as we get inside Gilbert's head and talk all things 'dickheads', toxic culture (in any team environment), and the tools and tactics that the All Blacks use to reframe pressure, manage expectations, and build resilience to come back and win back to back Rugby World Cup Titles. Oh and we also find out just how bad the man cold really is (or isn't) when it hits the All Blacks camp...

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Samantha Wills - Finding The Grace In The Grit

It’s easy to hide behind your brand but for Samantha Wills who’s as equally stylish, elegant and sophisticated as her namesake brand reflected, is an example of leading from the front and is a powerful voice for any creative or entrepreneur. As one of Australia’s most celebrated entrepreneurs and Founder of one of its most famous jewelry accessory brands, the journey from Sydney’s Bondi markets and $80K worth of debt through to launching a mulit-million dollar empire out of NYC, the journey hasn’t always been glamourous. But amongst it all she’s learned how to find the grace in the grit. In this no holds barred conversation, we talk everything from following your intuition, navigating crossroads, dealing with creative blocks, finding the courage to start over, maintaining feminine energy as a business owner and why ambition is not a selfish word. Links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthawills Website: https://www.samanthawills.com

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Not all heroes wear capes. Some are able to bring a community to its feet and a corporation to its knees in a mini-skirt and stilettos. That gal is Erin Brockovich who single-handedly led the largest direct action lawsuit in US history and who’s film won Julia Roberts an Oscar for portraying her character. As true to her character as you can get in real life, the bold, sassy, badass and I have one of the most relevant, honest and hilarious conversations covering everything from how to be bold (without being a bitch), using your voice, being stereotyped and what to do about it, how to succeed despite being underestimated, dealing with ‘Negative Nancy’ (our mean inner voice), the truth behind some of the most powerful scenes, and her hilarious first encounter with Julia Roberts. Erin is so relatable and the ultimate empowerer for anyone needing ‘permission’ to speak up, do what needs to be done, and reach their full potential. Come and sit with us and be part of the conversation. Trust us, you’ll be better for it! Hit SUBSCRIBE now to ensure you don't miss out on the next episode! GRIT AND GREATNESS YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ7eB4X57ZbBGYpLuVr0yXA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ7eB4X57ZbBGYpLuVr0yXA] GRIT AND GREATNESS INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/cat.peters/ [https://www.instagram.com/cat.peters/] GRIT AND GREATNESS SHOW NOTES: https://www.catherinepetersinternational.com/post/erin-brockovich-episode-notes ERIN BROCKOVICH THE MOVIE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDkflT5y8XY Episode References: 1:00 – 30 years ago Erin stepped foot in Hinkley,. What was it that drove her relentless commitment to the people of Hinkley 07:15 – Logic, leverage, loyalty and love. The importance of why we need to stop looking for the hero and become the hero. How to find purpose and give others a platform 10:10 – The importance of ‘Sticktuitiveness’, partnership, trust and giving ourselves permission 14:30 – Putting the Hinkley water puzzle together: recognizing deception and cover up 15:45 – The importance of persistence and a having a strong sense of sel 17:20 - Turning adversities into strength (including dyslexia), dealing with our negative inner voice ‘Negative Nancy’ and what to do if you’re being put in a box 19:00 – The facts on the Hinkley Case 20:00 – The worst place anyone can get to is when you’re feeling judged, suppressed or beginning to question ourselves. What do we do about it and how did she manage that? 23:20 – Dealing with stereotypes and the intent from that scene where sexual innuendos for obtaining the 634 signatures 25:00 – How to respond to doubters, how to manage others’ expectations and opinions of us and how to choose what you take on board 29:00 – Sexism, high heels and being taken seriously 31:50 – The power of ‘pausing’ – stepping back and being in the present moment and maintaining perspective 34:50 - She brought a corporation to its knees – what was it that brought Erin Brockovich to her knees and how did she deal with it? 37:30 – What it was like becoming a household name and having Julia Roberts play her and how it impacted her life 42:00 – Erin’s hilarious first encounter with Julia Roberts 47:00  – How we activate courage and bravery and reframing the word ‘bold’ 52:00 – The accuracy of Julia Robert’s badass character to Erin’s own

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