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When I watched this documentary, so many things jumped out at me. There were a number of linear comparisons I could trace. The first thing was about how NETFLIX grew organically, from borrowed space to small office setups. The second was how the business evolved and after its initial spurt in growth, hit a bump in the progress trail and had to scale back...so much it was almost going bankrupt. Also noteworthy were the roles played by great thinkers and believers in the dream behind the organization - from angel investors, to personnel, to the very loyal and hugely satisfied customer base. All of these people, enabled the business to pivot at the most difficult time in its history. They steered, and received it with open arms, into a new era of corporate boom and sustainable prosperity - at a time it was just short of going entirely out of business! All of the above reminds me of our own journey down the scraggly road of entrepreneurship. From days of "squatting" at a variety of restaurants and eat-out places, to the excruciating crippling impact of COVID 19, the painful downsizing and resizing of the establishment as a result of several economic and financial policy somersaults by successive governments, to testing out new markets, products/services and solutions - some worked, many failed ...woefully. Thanks to COVID 19, we were forced to look at the business terrain with a different set of lenses. We were forced to raise our chair's height, release the tilt and swivel level in order to better have an aerial and more rounded view of the entire playing field. We saw we had to pivot like crazy to survive. Today, we have our fingerprint in many pies. From media strategy development, to media planning and buying, and executions, we have grown competencies, both in ATL and BTL advertising that has made us a valuable partner to many of our business partners. Of course, we are not even anywhere close to where we want to be...but, we are filled with hope and belief. We are convinced in our hearts, that when we are given the chance, we will not disappoint. Perhaps, you can find similar lessons from the same movie. I do think it's worth the viewing. Love & Light.

Take this stupid millionaire who has a company called stanwith.me! Mr. John Hu from Stanford Business School! Now this is just an example. Don't think it is specific to this company. All these companies grab your money and then screw you over. Their true nature is revealed when a rational, sound minded, just individual meets up with them. I had an initial interview today for a potential job! Now to ward off CEOs that are arrogant and corrupt I usually add to the interview somethings: (a) I asked for the 1-1 with CEO to be first instead of last so that if there are disagreements with the CEO we don't have to go through the entire process <Check if disagreement is allowed> THIS IN ITSELF IS CONSIDERED A NO-NO. Since a corporation is totalitarian any disagreements are shunned! You are under total mind control. (b) I usually mention a truth i.e. that the CEO position is a hire and fire position and that if the CEO uses his personal authority to build up his wealth and go against the shareholders he is not doing any company a favour. <Check if they are arrogant people> (c) I mentioned that the "culture fit" term has been created for political goals and unfairness. This term is ambiguously defined and can be modified to mean anything at the required time. <Check if they have some solid definition or they are just out there for manipulation and control of resources> This was all I needed to do to tick off the hiring team, "After thorough consideration and a highly competitive selection process, we regret to inform you that we have decided to move forward with another candidate who we believe best fits the current needs of our team. This decision was not easy and reflects the high caliber of candidates we had the pleasure of considering." What competitive process, this was the first round just to find out if I had the right skill set. I have 20 years of experience in the Software field. What is the truth: THESE CORPORATIONS HAVE TAKEN CONTROL OF YOUR WEALTH TO DESTROY YOUR LIVES AND EVENTUALLY KILL YOU You need to get these beasts under control or you will die. I am not kidding!

After Netflix, Apple TV+, and Disney+, YouTube has become the newest platform to raise its rates with the cost of the YouTube Premium family plan—which enables six users to share a single subscription—will rise by £2 to £19.99 from £17.99 in the UK. In the meanwhile, prices in the US and Canada will rise by 30%, from $17.99 (CA$17.99) to $22.99 (CA$22.99). With YouTube Premium, users may download videos, view them in the background of other apps, and watch without advertisements. #socialmedia #bhfyp #video #creative #youtube #business #entrepreneur #designer #success #smallbusiness #marketing #graphicdesign #online #brand #branding #facebook #digital #marketingdigital #logo #socialmedia #entrepreneurship

3 invaluable lessons I've learned from Netflix Founder Marc Randolph's LinkedIn profile: 1. The only thing more rewarding than Marc Randolph liking your idea is Marc Randolph's virtual assistant liking your comment. 2. At its core, entrepreneurship is about sharing. Sharing passwords. 3. Product-market fit only comes after your return your DVD-exclusive, limited-edition copy of Sleeping Beauty to Blockbuster. What's something you can only learn at Stanford, but also from a public library? --- P.S. Given Netflix may start running ads, should I send Marc an advance copy of my new masterpiece, "Netflix and Raymour & Flanigan"? #ttylmarc

A Business Evolution Tale Once upon a time, Blockbuster ruled the movie kingdom. Shelves stacked, and weekends meant movie runs. Then came Netflix – small, online, almost unnoticed. But the plot twist? Blockbuster clung to comfort, and Netflix played the evolution card. Blockbuster was the comfort zone; Netflix, was the evolution play. Streaming changed the game – no late fees, endless movies with a click. Fast forward: Netflix revolutionized our screens, and Blockbuster faded into nostalgia. The lesson? Standing still is the real risk. It's about agility, innovation, foresight. Blockbuster's story isn't just a warning; it's a playbook. The business world spins on – adapt or get left behind. So, ask yourself: Are you playing the Netflix game or stuck in the Blockbuster loop? Adapt. Evolve. Lead. 🌟 P.S. Which side of history will your business be on? #entrepreneurs #founders #coaches #coursecreators #sales #finance #business #strategy #linkedinleadgeneration #BusinessEvolution #AdaptOrGetLeftBehind #insights2023

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Hey everyone! After several coffee chats where I got nudged to start my own blog, I've had a realization: it's about time to finally kick things off. Despite having little experience in delving deeply into a single security, I felt compelled to give it a shot. And you know what? I enjoyed every bit of it. For those who don't know me personally, I've prepared an introduction. Hey there, curious minds or fellow entrepreneurs (still waiting for my big break, but hey, it’s all part of the journey). I’m Ben Lambert, an aspiring entrepreneur with a head full of ideas that range from the brilliant to the downright questionable. You know the type — the ones that make you think, “Is this genius or just crazy enough to work?” But while chasing my entrepreneurial dreams, there’s one thing that’s always constant: my insatiable curiosity. But you know what else gets me going? The market, the economy — the whole shebang. And that’s what’s brought me here. So, here’s the deal: I’m a recent graduate navigating the wild world of unemployment, just like many of my peers. But instead of sitting around twiddling my thumbs, I’ve decided to dive headfirst into the deep waters of company analysis and industry trends. Think of this blog as your weekly dose of insights and opinions served up by a guy who’s just as eager to learn as he is to find a job (hint, hint). Now, before we get started, a little PSA: If you happen to know someone in need of a hardworking, curious, and slightly gym-obsessed analyst (yours truly), send them my way, would you? Alright, enough chit-chat. Let’s begin on this journey of discovery together. And remember, these are just my two cents — take ’em or leave ’em, but let’s keep the conversation rolling. Netflix (NASDAQ: NFLX) Company Overview The powerhouse Internet Television network Netflix (NFLX) has been a dominant player in subscription-based streaming services. For those living under a rock, Netflix is one of the leading entertainment service providers. Offering TV series, documentaries, and feature films across various genres and languages. As a fan of true crime, I highly recommend “What Jennifer Did” — it’s a must-watch once you finish reading this post.... (Keep reading my clicking the link)

I recently watched an amazing interview that Richard RUSA did with Yussouf and here’s a summary of a few insights I jotted down while watching: A deep dive: #1 Don’t let anything in life hold you back or feel sorry for yourself. Growing up physically different from other kids didn’t hold him back from pursuing his potential and dreaming big for himself. Loved how his parents didn’t allow him to see himself differently or treat him differently. Kudos to them. - For real 💯 #2 Be obsessed with your customer As a big fan of ballistic burgers, I can testify that hands down they have one of the best burgers in town. #3 Build clear and easy-to-follow processes and let your team run with it. He talked about how despite consistent growth, employees still have a say on how things are run, considering that they are actually the ones that interact 1:1 with the customers on a daily basis. #4 Focus There were so many opportunities and verticals for them to pivot and explore but they chose to master burgers and follow a simple recipe that we all love. #5 Experiment - Experiment Great products are achieved as a result of consistent experimentation, and ballistic burgers is no different. They are able to sell thousands of burgers everyday because they were humble enough to learn from their mistakes and actually turn them into assets that yields returns long term. #6 Be grounded A lot of entrepreneurs lack the focus and the maturity to pursue one thing long enough until it succeed. They give up too quickly. #7 Maintaining consistent revenue is key While listening to this interview, I simply noticed that Rusa is a classic trader at the core: Provide an amazing product to the customers that they fall in love with, maintain consistency through pre-built and tested processes, collect feedback for improvement and then make money consistently and predictably. #8 Study your market thoroughly Richard is a product professional, you would expect ballistic to definitely have a kick a* app, but they don’t. Why? because they know that this market is not tech savvy and WhatsApp is the best way to sell faster and easier. Overall this was a master class from a very grounded and deeply experienced Entrepreneur that understands the market, obsessed with customer experience and prefer steady growth rather than occasional spikes. Worth watching. End.

📚 How do you know you’re building something people want? 📚 Picking the right problem to solve is one of the most important decisions a startup can make. After all, ‘product market fit’ means little more than building something people need. The problem is, almost nobody will tell you they don't like your idea, so how can you test it before you start building? In this 6DC Founder Book Club, we’re looking at Rob Fitzpatrick’s The Mom Test, it’s THE book when it comes to customer interviews. Rob’s premise is that if you approach a customer interview in the right way, you can ascertain whether an idea is worth pursuing without ever mentioning your idea directly (which puts people under pressure to say they like it, even if they don’t). 🔑 quotes: “Talk about [the customer’s] life instead of your idea. Ask about specifics in the past instead of generics or opinions about the future Talk less and listen more” “The measure of usefulness of an early customer conversation is whether it gives us concrete facts about our customers’ lives and world views.” “We find out if people care about what we’re doing by never mentioning it. Instead, we talk about them and their lives.” Learn more and buy the book here: https://lnkd.in/e9Thij8Q 👇 Join the Conversation: What's your favourite book on startups? Share below!