Dorm Room Tycoon (DRT) show

Dorm Room Tycoon (DRT)

Summary: Interviewing thought leaders in business, design, marketing and startups.

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 Investing in Startups with M.G. Siegler, Google Ventures | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 46:26

In this interview, M.G Siegler explains what it was like leaving journalism to become an investor. He reveals what he looks for in startups and why he invested in Slack and Medium. In the second half, we talk about how to get the attention of journalists.

 Creating a Lasting Company with Tristan Walker, Walker & Co | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 40:44

In this interview, Tristan Walker explains the importance of solving problems that are authentic and unique to you. He also reveals what goes into building a company and why you should set company values.

 Building Simple Products with James Beshara, Tilt | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 34:54

In this interview, James Beshera explains the benefits of simplicity. He outlines why embracing constraints makes a product better and why it ultimately leads to better decisions. At the end, he reveals why persistence and perseverance is everything.

 How to Design for Impact with Julie Zhuo, Facebook | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 39:48

In this interview, Julie Zhuo explains why you should protect fragile ideas and give them time to grow. She also explains how to focus on the right ideas and turn them into a product. At the end, she reveals how they hire designers and what they look for.

 Managing a Growing Startup - Alexander Ljung | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:09

In this interview, Alexander Ljung explains what happens when a product gets traction, and how that changes the dynamics. He also reveals the importance of focus and simplifying the product.

 Setting the Right Goals - Gary Vaynerchuk | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 25:49

In this interview, Gary Vaynerchuk gives a rare insight into setting goals and what it takes to be successful. He also explains why entrepreneurs need to build awareness into everything they create.

 Thinking Like an Investor - David Lee | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 44:39

In this interview, David Lee explains how he spots investment opportunities and what he looks for in a founder. He also reveals the harsh realities of building a successful company.

 Managing a Growing Startup with Alexander Ljung, SoundCloud | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 41:09

In this interview, Alexander Ljung explains what happens when a product gets traction, and how that changes the dynamics. He also reveals the importance of focus and simplifying the product.

 The Art of Building Products - John Borthwick | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:28

In this interview, John Borthwick takes us behind the scenes of Betaworks. He reveals how Betaworks launches products, the role of building your own network, and when to pivot.

 Setting the Right Goals with Gary Vaynerchuk, VaynerMedia | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 25:49

In this interview, Gary Vaynerchuk gives a rare insight into setting goals and what it takes to be successful. He also explains why entrepreneurs need to build awareness into everything they create.

 Thinking Like an Investor with David Lee, SV Angel | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 44:39

In this interview, David Lee explains how he spots investment opportunities and what he looks for in a founder. He also reveals the harsh realities of building a successful company.

 The Art of Building Products with John Borthwick, Betaworks | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 41:28

In this interview, John Borthwick takes us behind the scenes of Betaworks. He reveals how Betaworks launches products, the role of building your own network, and when to pivot.

 How to Build Great Software - Christian Reber | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:44

In this interview, Christian Reber explains the challenges of building great software across multiple platforms. He also shares his opinion on what makes a good entrepreneur, and the benefits of doing a startup in Berlin vs Silicon Valley.

 How to Build Great Software with Christian Reber, Wunderlist | File Type: audio/mp3 | Duration: 40:44

In this interview, Christian Reber explains the challenges of building great software across multiple platforms. He also shares his opinion on what makes a good entrepreneur, and the benefits of doing a startup in Berlin vs Silicon Valley.

 How to Launch a Successful Product - Ryan Hoover | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:56

In this interview, Ryan Hoover reveals the realities of building a company, raising capital and why most startups don’t need it. He also explain how he built a thriving community and how they go about making product decisions.

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