From billion-dollar founders to high-conviction investors, this episode dives into the mindset, grit, and quiet strength that drive lasting impact—not just success. You’ll hear unfiltered insights from Melanie Perkins, Canva; Steve Chen, YouTube; Cathy Gao, Sapphire Venture; Kimberly Yao, CloudEats; Lisa Su, AMD; Momei Qu, PSP Partner; and James Rhee, the red helicopter; as they redefine what it means to lead in today’s world.
This isn’t just about representation—it’s about outperformance.
TIMESTAMPS / KEY TAKEAWAYS
0:00 – Intro
0:52 – Key Takeaway #1: Entrepreneurial Grit and Innovation
09:06 – Key Takeaway #2: Leadership Lessons
15:37 – Key Takeaway #3: The Quiet Power of Humility
20:28 – Final takeaway: Treat grit as an input. Identity as insight. And never underestimate the quiet builders.
WATCH THE FULL EPISODES:
Journey after YouTube w/ Steve Chen, Draco Evolution
Enterprise is Eating The World with Cathy Gao, Sapphire Ventures
Bite: Evolving as a CEO That Your Company Needs with Kim Yao, CloudEats
CEO Series: Melanie Perkins, Canva
Leading with Kindness: The Power of Goodwill with James Rhee, Owner, Red Helicopter, TEDTalk Speaker
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