Randolph, Marc

That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix by the first CEO and co-founder Marc Randolph

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ISBN 13:
9781913068219
author:
Randolph, Marc
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Endeavour
language:
English
Publication Year:
2021
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.6 x 2.6 centimeters (0
Genre:
Business, Entrepreneurship, Business,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£11.12

Description

The Birth of Netflix: How an Idea Changed the World In 1997, the video rental landscape was dominated by brick-and-mortar stores, with late fees and video-streaming still in their infancy. Marc Randolph, a serial entrepreneur, had an idea to leverage the internet to rent movies, but it was met with skepticism. Undeterred, Randolph pitched his concept to his business partner, Reed Hastings, and the pair founded a company that would go on to disrupt the entertainment industry. From humble beginnings, including pitching his mother as an early investor and working from a motel conference room, Netflix's journey was marked by calamity and perseverance. The company's early struggles, including server crashes on launch day, are a testament to the challenges of turning an idea into a reality. Yet, Randolph's story is one of transformation and determination, offering insights into the world of business and beyond. Randolph's memoir is a fascinating exploration of the power of innovation and the importance of taking risks. With its engaging prose and counter-intuitive concepts, this book will appeal to anyone interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, and the human spirit.

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