In this episode, we’re talking trash. Literally. Because this is the origin story of Waste Management, Inc.—the $60-billion giant that hauls garbage for cities, stadiums, and Fortune 500 companies across North America. But back in the day? It started with one guy. One beat-up truck. And a whole lot of hustle.
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The Delusional Founder - Book Preview
In this special episode, we’re doing something a little different, and very cool. I recently got my hands on a book I think every startup founder, especially those in the B2B tech space, needs to read. It’s called The Delusional Founder, written by serial entrepreneur Dave Hanley, and it’s not your typical how-to book. Instead, it’s told through a fictional founder named Sam—who is honestly a mash-up of every well-meaning, technically brilliant, revenue-challenged founder you’ve ever met… or maybe are. Today, I’m going to walk you through the book. Chapter by chapter. Not enough to spoil it—but just enough to give you the “oh man, I need to read this” feeling. Get a copy here: https://www.techwhale.com/the-delusional-founder Or direcly on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Delusional-Founder-Transforming-Business-Execution/dp/B0DJ7V9L8C
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Rivian - The Business Origin Story
In this episode, we’re telling the origin story of Rivian — the electric vehicle company that’s now one of Tesla’s most talked-about competitors. But back in the beginning? It was a different story. One that starts not with a car… but with an idea. And one guy in a grad school dorm room.
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Blackstone Group - The Business Origin Story
In this episode, we’re diving into the early days of Blackstone Group—now one of the most powerful investment firms in the world, but once, just an idea struggling to find its first deal.
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Palantir - The Business Origin Story
Today, we’re diving into the origins of Palantir, a company that went from a small startup with a bold vision to a data powerhouse working with the world’s most powerful organizations. But it wasn’t always an easy road. In fact, the early days of Palantir were filled with skepticism, financial strain, and a constant battle to prove their technology could work. Let’s go back to where it all began.
Business Origins explores the brief history of the founding of the most iconic brands and businesses in the world. Each episode is a quick (less than 10-minute) look at the founding origin story of some of the most interesting companies in existence today.
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