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How I Built This with Guy Raz summaries
Every long episode from How I Built This with Guy Raz, read in minutes: the key takeaways, the chapters, and a digest of the whole conversation. Guy Raz interviews the world’s best-known entrepreneurs to learn how they built their iconic brands. In each episode, founders reveal deep, intimate moments of doubt and failure, and share insights on their eventual success. How I Built This is a master-class on innovation, creat…
Seventh Generation: Alan Newman and Jeffrey Hollender. A Partnership that Flourished—until it Failed. (2021)
Alan Newman and Jeffrey Hollender co-founded Seventh Generation, pioneering eco-friendly household products and navigating a complex partnership that ended in separation but left a lasting legacy.
Advice Line with Danny Meyer of Shake Shack
Danny Meyer, legendary restaurateur and founder of Union Square Hospitality Group, shares insights on building enduring culture and advises founders on scaling hospitality brands.
Advice Line with Michelle Wahler of Beyond Yoga
Michelle Wahler, co-founder and former CEO of Beyond Yoga, joins Guy Raz on the Advice Line to discuss common startup pitfalls, the importance of focusing on the journey over the exit, and how to rebuild client relationships after initial stumbles.
Thrive Causemetics: Karissa Bodnar. How $150 a Day in Sales Turned into a $150 Million Beauty Business with a Mission
Karissa Bodnar, founder of Thrive Causemetics, shares her journey from a small-town girl formulating makeup in her kitchen to building a multi-million dollar beauty brand with a powerful mission.
Advice Line with Kip Tindell of The Container Store
Kip Tindell, co-founder of The Container Store, returns to the Advice Line to discuss the changing retail landscape and offer advice to two founders: one who created a magical cooling wand for children, and another who personalizes gifts for corporate clients.
Bogg Bag: Kim Vaccarella. The $100 Million Business She Almost Abandoned
Kim Vaccarella built a $100 million business, Bogg Bag, after nearly giving up on it. Her journey from side hustles to a multi-million dollar brand is a testament to resilience and trusting customer feedback.
Late July Snacks: Nicole Bernard Dawes. Crackers and Cookies were Failing… Tortilla Chips Saved Them
Nicole Bernard Dawes, founder of Late July Snacks, shares how her organic snack company struggled with crackers and cookies before finding massive success with tortilla chips. She also discusses the challenges of being a woman entrepreneur in the food industry and the importance of perseverance.
Advice Line with Daymond John of FUBU
Daymond John of FUBU and Shark Tank joins Guy Raz on the Advice Line to offer insights on what makes a successful entrepreneur and how to scale a business effectively.
YETI: Ron and Ryan Seiders. How Two Brothers Turned a $400 Cooler Into a $2 Billion Brand
How two brothers, Ron and Ryan Seiders, turned a $400 cooler into a $2 billion brand.
Advice Line with Carlton Calvin of Razor
Carlton Calvin, founder of Razor USA, shares insights on identifying trends, managing a business, and navigating the challenges of the toy industry and intellectual property.
Bobbie: Laura Modi. How a Baby Formula Startup Took Market Share From Two Industry Giants
Laura Modi, co-founder of Bobbie, shares her journey of disrupting the baby formula industry, from facing skepticism and regulatory hurdles to building a brand that prioritizes transparency and community.