20VC: Canva Co-Founder, Cliff Obrecht on The Journey From 100 VC Rejections to a $40BN Company, Why Good Enough is Not Good Enough, The Secret to Hiring Non-Obvious Talent and Relationships to Money and Why They Are Giving Away Billions
This podcast episode follows the journey of Canva, a visual communication platform, offering insights into business growth, decision-making, challenges, and opportunities. The conversation covers team collaboration, resilience in the face of challenges, authentic leadership, and hiring strategies. The speakers emphasize the importance of trust, transparency, and a strong product-market fit. Personal experiences, including philanthropic endeavors, work-life balance, and relationships, are also discussed, along with thoughts on the changing startup landscape and the future of work. Overall, this podcast offers valuable lessons for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone interested in building successful businesses and driving positive change.
