20VC: Atlassian Co-Founder Scott Farquhar on The Biggest Lessons Scaling Atlassian to $50BN Market Cap; The Four Roles of the CEO, The Funding Round That Net Accel $6BN, The Regrets of Omission and Commission & The Honeymoon Cut Short
This podcast episode takes listeners through the remarkable journey of Scott and Mike, the founders of Atlassian. From their early days as a bootstrapped startup to their success as a global software company valued at $40 billion, Atlassian has faced challenges and opportunities along the way. The co-founders share their experiences building the company, bootstrapping during the dot-com crash, navigating remote work, and the challenges of raising children in a world of wealth. They also delve into their approach to decision-making, the inspiring story behind Atlassian's involvement in educational philanthropy, and their vision for the future of work.