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Everything I Learned About Startups I Learned from Ernest Shackleton.

Lessons in leadership from a 20th century polar explorer.

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My 2021 Resolution: Don’t be a Frog.

In 2002, after six years thinking of little other than Netflix, I decided it was time to think a little differently. And so I left.

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There’s A Pony in Here Somewhere.

I’ve always been an optimist. And over a forty-year career as an entrepreneur that glass-half-full attitude has been an occupational necessity.

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One More Lap, Then I’ll Stop.

Like summiting Mt. Everest, succeeding as an entrepreneur is an overwhelming task.

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I Got Fired.

I’ve been talking a lot about courage recently. I’m starting to conclude that it’s one of the most important characteristics for any entrepreneur.

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The Courage of the Early-Stage Entrepreneur.

And why It’s the most important characteristic for any founder.

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Why I Waited Sixteen Years to Write My Book About Netflix.

“You should write a book”, they said. But why the Hell would I want to do that?

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Want to be a Songwriter? Don’t Move to Nashville. (Yet.)

You can start your business anywhere.

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Why We Kept the Original Netflix DVDs in a Safe.

Don’t just automate. Innovate.

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Your Idea Sucks. But guess What? It Doesn’t Matter.

When it comes to ideas, you have to get used to having your perfect sculptures squished.

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Want to Get Your Foot in the Door?

Start gutting chickens.

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Looker, Netflix, and Fruit Trees: A Few Thoughts on the Meaning of Success.

A Few Thoughts on the Meaning of Success.

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