Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph offers an insider’s look at the early days of one of the most disruptive companies in tech. That Will Never Work chronicles Netflix’s origin story—from mailing DVDs to becoming a global streaming giant—highlighting the challenges, risks, and serendipity involved. With candid anecdotes and entrepreneurial insights, Randolph shares the ups and downs of startup life, the power of persistence, and the importance of listening to customers. It’s an engaging, motivational memoir that offers valuable lessons for anyone starting a business or chasing a big idea.
About Marc Randolph
An American entrepreneur and co-founder of Netflix. His memoir, That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea, offers a candid and engaging account of the early days of the company, filled with anecdotes about the challenges and triumphs of building a groundbreaking business. Randolph's storytelling provides valuable insights into innovation and entrepreneurship.
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