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Award-winning business advice from Silicon Valley and beyond. Iconic CEOs, from Nike to Netflix, Starbucks to Slack, share the strategies that helped them grow from startups into global brands — and to weather crisis when it strikes. Our two formats help tell the complete story of how a business grows, survives and thrives, and the mindsets of growth that keep leaders in the game. On each episode of our classic format, host Reid Hoffman — LinkedIn cofounder, Greylock partner and legendary Silicon Valley investor — proves an unconventional theory about how businesses scale, asking his guests to share their stories of entrepreneurship, leadership, strategy, management, fundraising. You’ll hear the human journey too — failures, setbacks, learnings. From our Rapid Response format, you can expect real-time wisdom from business leaders in fast-changing situations. Hosted by Bob Safian, past editor in chief of Fast Company, these episodes tackle crisis response, rebuilding, diversity & inclusion, leadership change and much more.

Award-winning business advice from Silicon Valley and beyond. Iconic CEOs, from Nike to Netflix, Starbucks to Slack, share the strategies that helped them grow from startups into global brands — and to weather crisis when it strikes. Our two formats help tell the complete story of how a business grows, survives and thrives, and the mindsets of growth that keep leaders in the game. On each episode of our classic format, host Reid Hoffman — LinkedIn cofounder, Greylock partner and legendary Silicon Valley investor — proves an unconventional theory about how businesses scale, asking his guests to share their stories of entrepreneurship, leadership, strategy, management, fundraising. You’ll hear the human journey too — failures, setbacks, learnings. From our Rapid Response format, you can expect real-time wisdom from business leaders in fast-changing situations. Hosted by Bob Safian, past editor in chief of Fast Company, these episodes tackle crisis response, rebuilding, diversity & inclusion, leadership change and much more.

 

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#410

4 strategies for tackling the toughest challenges

The boldest of entrepreneurs take on the impossible. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit, four scale leaders in Bjarke Ingels, Aurora James, Kathryn Finney, and Scott Harrison offer their strategies and ideas around taking on society’s most complex and tough challenges. In this episode, you’ll hear how each entrepreneur embraces a unique challenge from addressing systemic racism, designing sustainable architecture, to bringing clean and safe water across the globe. To take on the impossible, and build a better future, each of these leaders offers that the road to scale begins with a daring mindset and a willingness to embrace problems — no matter their size or complexity. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

19 Sep 2023

32 MINS

32:55

19 Sep 2023

#409

Stacey Abrams: How to harness risk

For some entrepreneurs, risk is just part of the game.But for the reluctant entrepreneur, whose endeavors come as a response to a need they've identified, risk can feel more like a necessary evil.That’s why you need to learn to harness risk.Stacey Abrams, an entrepreneur and scale leader both in and outside of politics, is a perfect example of how harnessing risk can be key to your success. Outside of politics, she’s started three companies with her business partner, Lara Hodgson. Their new book,Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back, dives into the lessons learned from those experiences. She also founded and scaled two voting rights organizations: the New Georgia Project and Fair Fight Action, as well as the census mobilization effort Fair Count and the Southern Economic Advancement Project. ReadLevel Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back,by Stacey Abrams and Lara Hodgson: [https://amzn.to/36bw5Ay] (https://amzn.to/36bw5Ay) Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

12 Sep 2023

43 MINS

43:29

12 Sep 2023

#408

135. Eileen Fisher: Keep it simple to make it timeless

Simplicity is notoriously difficult, but it’s key to iterating successfully — and staying relevant. Featuring cameos from entrepreneur superstar Daymond John, and Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom, this episode shares lessons from the timeless clothing brand, and its namesake creator, Eileen Fisher. During her 40 years at the helm, the company has scaled from a small shop on Madison Avenue, to one of the fashion world’s most recognizable, and sustainable brands. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

06 Sep 2023

35 MINS

35:07

06 Sep 2023

#407

134. Brian Grazer: Scale your curiosity

Amidst the fast pace of entrepreneurial life, how can we make our networking more impactful? The acclaimed film and television producer Brian Grazer argues that curiosity is the elixir for deeper human connection and cultivating a healthy network that serves as an ever-flowing well of inspiration. Brian joins Reid to share the unique practice that brings his healthy network to life. You’ll also hear how Brian founded Imagine Entertainment with his longtime creative partner, Ron Howard, and how iconic names like Warren Beatty and Jay-Z were injected with Brian’s curiosity. Plus, Brian shares lessons about seeking inspiration outside of your bubble, the hidden power of microexpressions, and why leaders everywhere should never turn up to a social meeting empty handed. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

29 Aug 2023

33 MINS

33:04

29 Aug 2023

#406

Think like an outsider, w/Shellye Archambeau, Ellevest’s Sallie Krawcheck, and Calendly’s Tope Awoto...

How do you evolve your greatest obstacle into your greatest superpower? Shellye Archambeau, Ellevest’s Sallie Krawcheck, and Calendly’s Tope Awotona discuss the hidden advantages of strategizing like an entrepreneurial outsider. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, they sit down with host Bob Safian to share lessons about questioning the status quo, maintaining confidence in the face of criticism, and orchestrating a cultural turnaround. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or firmly established in the C-suite, the outsider’s mindset has the power to inject counterintuitive creativity and dynamism into your leadership. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

22 Aug 2023

25 MINS

25:16

22 Aug 2023

#405

133. Ron Howard: Evolve your vision

How do you stay true to your vision for your company amid constant, unpredictable change? And how do you stay true to a singular vision, while also letting it evolve? These are questions every leader needs to consider as they rally people, resources and opportunities to make their vision a reality. Celebrated filmmaker Ron Howard has a remarkable ability to maintain his vision of creating captivating and deeply human stories — while strengthening how he delivers this vision by incorporating changes in technology, audience tastes and styles of filmmaking. In this episode you'll hear how Ron set out to deliver his vision through movie-making; how he and producer Brian Grazer co-founded Imagine Entertainment and made a string of visionary box office hits; and how Ron continues to embrace advances in technology to scale his vision. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

15 Aug 2023

36 MINS

36:15

15 Aug 2023

#404

How great cultures are built and rebuilt, w/Eric Schmidt, Angela Ahrendts, & Uber’s Dara Khosrowshah...

Eric Schmidt, Angela Ahrendts, and Dara Khosrowshahi — three legendary culture-setters — sit down with host Bob Safian to discuss how they’ve built and rebuilt great cultures at Apple, Uber, Google and more. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, the conversation delivers surprising stories, and counterintuitive lessons on authenticity, making mistakes, and how to build a unique culture that’s right for your business. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

08 Aug 2023

32 MINS

32:17

08 Aug 2023

#403

Leading in an age of burnout, w/Arianna Huffington & Padmasree Warrior

How do you nurture human talent in today’s AI-obsessed, pressure-cooker business climate? Arianna Huffington, founder of Thrive and Huffington Post, and Padmasree Warrior, founder of Fable and former chief strategy officer at Cisco, offer actionable advice on avoiding burnout—for yourself and your teams. Arianna and Padma explain how productivity and positive business outcomes are directly linked to employees’ health and wellbeing. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, they share with host Bob Safian their personal experiences with burnout as well as simple tips, including how even a brief 60-second break can be a powerful tool to de-stress. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

01 Aug 2023

22 MINS

22:45

01 Aug 2023

#402

96. Focus on the scale that your customers can’t see, w/Land O'Lakes CEO Beth Ford

Too often, companies only focus on the type of scale that’s visible: massive campuses, thousands of workers, offices around the globe. But as Land O’Lakes proves, there are less conspicuous ways to scale – ways that supply your business with structural integrity. This is something CEO Beth Ford knows well. She’s strategically scaled Land O’Lakes – often beneath the surface of what the average consumer sees. As she puts it: “We have to treat our business like the ecosystem it is." Cameo appearances by: Tim Maltin (Titanic expert) and Lukas Fricke (farmer). Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

25 Jul 2023

31 MINS

31:17

25 Jul 2023

#401

Prepare for where AI is headed next, w/Reid Hoffman & Bob Safian

Need to Know: AI’s risks and opportunities; why Reid launched his own AI chatbot; and what Elon Musk and Sam Altman aren’t telling you. Reid Hoffman joins Bob Safian to explore how leaders everywhere should prepare for the AI revolution. Plus, Reid shares the inspiration and strategy behind co-founding his company, Inflection AI. If you’re unsure how to begin a period of experimentation and AI rollout, Reid and Bob have you covered. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Jul 2023

26 MINS

26:50

18 Jul 2023

#400

Re-skill for AI, w/PwC’s Tim Ryan

Rapid Response with Bob Safian: How do you re-skill a 65,000-strong workforce to prepare for the AI revolution? PwC recently invested $1 billion into AI, hoping to unleash never-before-seen potential for employees and clients. US chief Tim Ryan explains why and how the money will be spent, plus shares what he’s advising fellow CEOs about which industries are most poised for change from AI and how leaders everywhere can address both opportunities and anxieties around AI. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

13 Jul 2023

20 MINS

20:43

13 Jul 2023

#399

132. Build your culture like a product, w/HubSpot's Dharmesh Shah

Your company's culture is the bedrock of everything you do. So you can't afford to just let your culture emerge — you need to build it with the deliberate approach of a product designer. Then you need to bring that culture to life by winning buy-in from your team. This is exactly what Dharmesh Shah did at HubSpot — as laid out in the famed HubSpot Culture Code. This living document continues to inspire founders and business leaders to adopt a product design approach to building their own vibrant and adaptable company cultures. In this episode, Dharmesh talks through the inspiration behind the Culture Code, and reveals how he built and rebuilt some of its most inspiring elements — all while keeping his team invested. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Jul 2023

27 MINS

27:45

11 Jul 2023

#398

4 secrets to building your network

Human beings are social creatures, with a critical need to connect with others. This drive gives shape and meaning to our personal and professional lives. For entrepreneurs and business leaders, the path to success relies on strong, human-centered networks. In this special episode, we revisit the Masters of Scale Summit to hear from leaders, including our very own Reid Hoffman, who share inside stories on how to build — and nurture — professional and personal networks. Learn how to network with authenticity, multiply the positive attributes of your network, and recognize your own biases to prevent blind spots on your journey to scale. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

06 Jul 2023

30 MINS

30:45

06 Jul 2023

#397

Prioritize principles in crisis, w/Upwork’s Hayden Brown and Merck’s Ken Frazier

Navigate today’s uncertain climate with a steadfast resolve. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, former Merck CEO Ken Frazier and Upwork CEO Hayden Brown talk with host Bob Safian about how leaders should trust their values when faced with social, political, and economic challenges. Brown shares how leading through the chaos of the pandemic brought new opportunities to increase diversity and productivity. Frazier details Merck’s reactionary strategy to the Russian invasion of Ukraine and offers clear advice to socially conscious leaders. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

29 Jun 2023

25 MINS

25:23

29 Jun 2023

#396

131. Better metrics for better culture, part 2, with Kapor Capital’s Mitch Kapor & Dr. Freada Kapor ...

In part 2 of this episode with veteran founders and investors Mitch Kapor & Dr. Freada Kapor Klein, we get into the data of building human-centered cultures. In part one, we heard how Mitch and Freada went all-in on investing their values, committing 100% of new investments in “gap-closing” companies that aim to improve society, even as they aim for scale and liquidity as well. Now, Mitch and Freada can share how that’s played out in practice, with both positive examples … and some negative ones as well. (Yes, they were early investors in Uber!) Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

27 Jun 2023

31 MINS

31:05

27 Jun 2023

#395

How to inject AI into your core business, w/Smart Eye’s Rana el Kaliouby

Rapid Response with Bob Safian: Should you begin incorporating AI now or wait to see how it shakes-out for early adopters? AI pioneer Rana el Kaliouby urges business leaders to embrace their exploration mindset in order to accelerate faster. El Kaliouby takes us inside her own AI shop, Smart Eye, where she serves as deputy CEO, to share their process for adapting to the latest technology.An expert on emotional AI and its ethical boundaries, El Kaliouby argues that to succeed in the AI era, we need to focus on what makes us human. She offers key lessons about AI’s role on your core product and functions as well as the risks of overreaching. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

22 Jun 2023

23 MINS

23:07

22 Jun 2023

#394

130. Better metrics for better culture, part 1, with Kapor Capital’s Mitch Kapor & Dr. Freada Kapor ...

Can you build with conscience and still succeed? Mitch Kapor & Dr. Freada Kapor Klein certainly think so. As tech industry veteran founders and investors, Mitch and Freada have long embraced non-traditional metrics that put humans at the center. Mitch co-founded Lotus, the 1980s software giant, and hired Freada to help make the company “the most progressive employer in the U.S.” And years later, their early-stage VC firm, Kapor Capital, aligns their portfolio with their values, investing in companies that close gaps in access and opportunity. Human-centered metrics don’t just improve cultures — they improve the bottom line. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

20 Jun 2023

33 MINS

33:32

20 Jun 2023

#393

To be first to the future, be stubbornly nimble

How do you balance saving capital versus taking advantage of current opportunities? How do investors and founders evaluate risk differently? And how do you embrace disruptive new technology without sending the message that you’re replacing humans with robots? Reid Hoffman and Bob Safian answer these questions and more, all posed in a special live Strategy Session by entrepreneurs across many industries and stages of scale. Plus Reid shares how playing games can revolutionize the way you strategize as a leader. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

15 Jun 2023

19 MINS

19:29

15 Jun 2023

#392

Tyler Perry and Netflix's Ted Sarandos: Amplify the untapped audience

To achieve true cultural impact, follow authentic storytelling and spot untapped consumer needs. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, filmmaker and entrepreneur Tyler Perry and Netflix’s co-CEO Ted Sarandos talk with host Reid Hoffman about redefining culture, evaluating the playing field, and ignoring conventional wisdom. Sarandos explains how scaling the personal touch of curation and taking risks evolved Netflix into a streaming juggernaut. Perry shares insights about the importance of ownership and how creating his own seat at the table spawned the largest film production company in the U.S. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

13 Jun 2023

24 MINS

24:48

13 Jun 2023

#391

Make AI your co-pilot, w/Microsoft VP of Design & AI, John Maeda

Rapid Response with Bob Safian: Can you truly take advantage of AI before speaking its language? Microsoft’s VP of Design and AI, Dr. John Maeda discusses AI’s common misconceptions and its misunderstood opportunities. A veteran of AI development, John shares valuable insights for entrepreneurs about how to engage with the new technology — from overcoming trepidation to making AI work harder for you — and AI’s potential to help leaders make better decisions. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

08 Jun 2023

25 MINS

25:46

08 Jun 2023

#390

129. Jimmy Iovine: Harness fear to drive innovation, part 2

With guest host Angela Ahrendts (Burberry, Apple). To innovate, you need to build an instinct to smash through barriers — especially the ones that terrify you. Music industry legend Jimmy Iovine has done this throughout his career working with legendary artists like John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and Dr. Dre, working in innovative tech like Beats Electronics and Apple Music, as well as in his groundbreaking work educating the next generation of creatives. In the final installment of this two part series, we learn how fear is the tailwind that Jimmy has harnessed to break down barriers and drive creative breakthroughs. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

06 Jun 2023

30 MINS

30:52

06 Jun 2023

#389

128. Jimmy Iovine: Harness fear to drive innovation, part 1

With guest host Angela Ahrendts (Burberry, Apple). To innovate, you need to build an instinct to smash through barriers — especially the ones that terrify you. Music industry legend Jimmy Iovine has done this throughout his career working with legendary artists like John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen, and Dr. Dre, working in innovative tech like Beats Electronics and Apple Music, as well as in his groundbreaking work educating the next generation of creatives. In part one of this two-part episode, we learn how fear is the tailwind that Jimmy has harnessed to break down barriers and drive creative breakthroughs. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

31 May 2023

27 MINS

27:34

31 May 2023

#388

Using failure as a launchpad, w/MoviePass’s Stacy Spikes

Rapid Response with Bob Safian: After an infamous fall, MoviePass co-founder Stacy Spikes is back to try again, applying hard-earned lessons and a revamped model to meet the same goal: make theater-going a habit for a new generation.As a passionate Black entrepreneur, Stacy shares the hidden powers of being an outsider and how anyone can re-take control of their narrative to spark a new and exciting chapter. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

23 May 2023

23 MINS

23:09

23 May 2023

#387

How the word "no" inspires change, w/Princess Reema

To change the status quo, we need to lean into whatever advantages we have. Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud of Saudi Arabia has privileges that many do not: She is a member of the royal family and Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the United States. But she is also a woman in a traditional culture who has encountered many obstacles — as an entrepreneur, a CEO, and in government. Princess Reema has deftly maneuvered to help expand women’s rights in Saudi Arabia, in ways few predicted. Recorded live at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco, Princess Reema talks with host Bob Safian about how anyone can use their advantages to push the boundary of what’s possible. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

16 May 2023

20 MINS

20:39

16 May 2023

#386

How great leaders respond in a crisis, w/Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky

After guiding the company through a near-death experience, Airbnb’s Brian Chesky talks with Rapid Response host Bob Safian about what he learned and how responding to a crisis both reveals your character and teaches you what’s most important. Recorded live on stage at the Masters of Scale Summit in San Francisco. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

09 May 2023

23 MINS

23:58

09 May 2023

#385

Lessons from the demise of BuzzFeed News, w/CEO Jonah Peretti

Rapid Response with Bob Safian: If the most prestigious aspect of your business isn’t paying dividends, should you leave it in the past? BuzzFeed’s co-founder and CEO, Jonah Peretti discusses the surprising decision to shutter the Pulitzer Prize-winning BuzzFeed News, and how the company seeks to re-anchor toward the bright future of media. In his third appearance on Rapid Response, Peretti shares lessons about redefining the tool of social media, leading a private versus public business, and how to tune-out the external noise. Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

04 May 2023

25 MINS

25:53

04 May 2023

#384

ALL-STAR EP: Uber’s Dara Khosrowshahi — Bringing a culture back from the brink

Early-stage startups are a lot like pirate ships — they need a buccaneering spirit to survive. But every startup needs to shed its pirate nature at some point, and evolve into something more akin to a navy — no less heroic, but more disciplined. Dara Khosrowshahi, as Uber CEO, took on the most extreme pirate-to-navy transition in startup history. Though Uber blitzscaled to become the most valuable startup in the world, it was also notorious for its toxic culture — and Dara turned the company around. His method? Truth-telling and doing the right thing "All-Star Episodes" are part of a special series designed to center some of the most timely — and timeless — business wisdom in the Masters of Scale feed. These episodes best encapsulate the kind of transformative, unconventional insights you hear in the series." Have an idea for an All-Star Episode from our library? Let us know at [hello@mastersofscale.com] (mailto:hello@mastersofscale.com) . Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

02 May 2023

43 MINS

43:47

02 May 2023

#383

ALL-STAR EP: Taskrabbit’s Stacy Brown-Philpot — Keep humans in the equation

You may think that to scale you need to cut humans out of the equation. The opposite is true. You can harness the power of the “human cloud” to solve almost any problem — as long as you keep the word “human” in the equation. That’s what former TaskRabbit CEO Stacy Brown-Philpot champions for this community of people who work with each other, teach each other, and continually learn from each other. "All-Star Episodes" are part of a special series designed to center some of the most timely — and timeless — business wisdom in the Masters of Scale feed. These episodes best encapsulate the kind of transformative, unconventional insights you hear in the series. Have an idea for an All-Star Episode from our library? Let us know at [hello@mastersofscale.com] (mailto:hello@mastersofscale.com) . Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

25 Apr 2023

36 MINS

36:00

25 Apr 2023

#382

ALL-STAR EP: Shark Tank and FUBU’s Daymond John — How to partner like a shark

How do you create authentic partnerships to build scale? Daymond John, founder of FUBU and one of the original “sharks” on ABC’s Shark Tank, shares lessons from FUBU’s earliest days in Queens, where he partnered with bouncers, bodegas, his neighbor LL Cool J, and his earliest collaborator and investor (his mom) to turn a great idea into a billion-dollar urbanwear brand. "All-Star Episodes" are part of a special series designed to center some of the most timely — and timeless — business wisdom in the Masters of Scale feed. These episodes best encapsulate the kind of transformative, unconventional insights you hear in the series. Have an idea for an All-Star Episode from our library? Let us know at [hello@mastersofscale.com] (mailto:hello@mastersofscale.com) . Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Apr 2023

36 MINS

36:11

18 Apr 2023

#381

ALL-STAR EP: Google's Eric Schmidt — Innovation is managed chaos

Google doesn’t tell its employees how to innovate; it manages their inventive chaos. Their secret? Mix free-flowing ideas with disciplined decision-making. In this week's All-Star Episode, former Google CEO Eric Schmidt shares his strategies to manage chaos. CEO of Google from 2001-2015, and now the co-founder of Schmidt Futures, Schmidt reveals the hidden secret in Google’s famous “20% time” policy, their approach to hiring smart creatives, and the parallels between leading Google and piloting small airplanes. Plus, the decision he made to support a crazy idea that he was certain would bankrupt the company. "All-Star Episodes" are part of a special series designed to center some of the most timely — and timeless — business wisdom in the Masters of Scale feed. These episodes best encapsulate the kind of transformative, unconventional insights you hear in the series. Have an idea for an All-Star Episode from our library? Let us know at [hello@mastersofscale.com] (mailto:hello@mastersofscale.com) . Read a transcript of this episode: [https://mastersofscale.com/] (https://mastersofscale.com/) Subscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: [https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe] (https://mastersofscale.com/subscribe) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Apr 2023

30 MINS

30:18

11 Apr 2023