#32: Risk, Freedom & Building Billion-Dollar Companies Before the World Believed Divot 2026-09-19 | #32: Risk, Freedom & Building Billion-Dollar Companies Before the World Believed
Why Most People Fail at Negotiation (Stanford Expert Explains) Divot 2026-03-19 | Most people think negotiation is a battle.That’s exactly why they fail.Stan Christensen, Stanford lecturer, former Harvard Negotiation Project advisor, and host of the All Things Negotiation Podcast, explains why real negotiation is not about tactics or winning, but about creative problem solving and long-term outcomes.In this Divot episode with Derek Andersen, we break down how top negotiators approach high-stakes decisions, deals, and relationships.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41AppleSubscribe for more conversations with world-class founders, investors, and leaders.#negotiation #highstakes #leadership #startups #divot
Win High-Stakes Negotiations Without Losing Leverage Divot 2026-03-18 | Most people try to win negotiations… and that’s exactly why they lose.Stan Christensen, Stanford lecturer, former Harvard Negotiation Project advisor, and host of the All Things Negotiation Podcast, shares the mindset behind winning high-stakes negotiations, from venture deals to career-defining moments.In this Divot episode with Derek Andersen, we break down how top negotiators think, prepare, and create outcomes where both sides walk away stronger.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot41AppleSubscribe for more conversations with world-class founders, investors, and leaders.#negotiation #highstakes #leadership #startups #divot
#41: Stanford Negotiation Expert Reveals the Psychology of Winning Any Negotiation Divot 2026-03-18 | Before teaching negotiation at Stanford, Stan Christensen spent decades advising leaders on high-stakes negotiations around the world. From corporate finance on Wall Street to the consulting arm of the Harvard Negotiation Project, he has worked across more than 75 countries helping leaders navigate complex negotiations where the outcome can shape companies, careers, and international relationships.In this conversation with Derek Andersen, Stan explains why most people misunderstand negotiation. Instead of treating it like a battle where one side wins and the other loses, he argues that the best negotiators focus on preparation, deep listening, and creative problem-solving to build outcomes where both sides leave stronger.Stan shares lessons from venture capital negotiations, startup fundraising, job offer negotiations, and company acquisitions. He explains why founders should never negotiate with only one investor, why controlling the process matters when selling a company, and why the biggest mistake negotiators make is agreeing to deals they should walk away from.The episode goes deeper into leadership, persuasion, and human psychology, exploring why negotiation is ultimately about relationships.Subscribe to Stan’s Podcast - YouTube: youtube.com/@AllThingsNegotiationFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:00:04:06 — The Steve Young Story: Giving People What They Value Most00:05:18 — Why Fairness Matters in Negotiation00:06:12 — Preparing for High-Stakes Negotiations00:07:34 — Why the Best Negotiators Listen More Than They Speak00:08:45 — Why Negotiation Is Creative Problem Solving00:11:06 — The Biggest Mistake in Business Negotiations00:12:29 — How to Negotiate a Job Offer (Early vs Senior Career)00:17:30 — Venture Capital Negotiations: Why Founders Need Leverage00:29:51 — Selling a Company: Why You Must Control the Process00:39:27 — The Story That Solved a 100-Year Conflict00:46:07 — How Stan Measures Success in LifeFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#NegotiationSkills #Stanford #BusinessNegotiation #Persuasion #Leadership #Startups #VentureCapital #Entrepreneurship #DealMaking #DivotPodcast
You Don’t Need Permission to Succeed Divot 2026-03-17 | Why do so many people never go after what they truly want?In this powerful moment from the Divot Podcast, Ryan Anderson, founder and CEO of Filevine, shares the mindset behind building confidence, taking action, and reaching your full potential.Ryan has built Filevine into a $3B legal tech company, used by 6,000+ law firms and 100,000+ legal professionals, but what drives him is simple:Don’t wait. Take action.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #selfbelief #successmindset #foundermindset #startuplife #divotpodcast
Why Success Isn’t the Goal Divot 2026-03-17 | In this moment from the Divot Podcast, Ryan shares why building a world where people are judged by their merit, effort, and capabilities matters more than money or status.Filevine now supports 6,000+ law firms and 100,000+ legal professionals, helping reshape how the legal system works.In this conversation with Derek Andersen, Ryan breaks down the mindset behind entrepreneurship, purpose, and creating real impact.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #successmindset #leadership #purpose #founders #divotpodcast
Advice for People Who Want to Do Something Extraordinary Divot 2026-03-16 | “If you could implant one idea into everyone in the world, what would it be?”Ryan Anderson’s answer is simple:Do something extraordinary.In this moment from the Divot Podcast, Ryan Anderson, founder and CEO of Filevine, shares a powerful idea about ambition, creativity, and living a meaningful life.The real goal is not success in one field, it’s choosing to create something extraordinary in whatever you do.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #leadership #motivation #successmindset #creativity #divotpodcast
How AI Could Transform the Legal System Divot 2026-03-13 | What if access to the court system no longer depended on how much money you have or who you know?Ryan believes the future legal system will allow far more people to hold companies, politicians, and individuals accountable. But as access grows, one thing becomes even more important: great legal expertise.Filevine now serves 6,000+ law firms and 100,000+ legal professionals, helping transform how legal work is managed.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#artificialintelligence #legaltech #entrepreneurship #startups #foundermindset #divotpodcast
Why Great Companies Take Time to Grow Divot 2026-03-12 | “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today.”In this moment from the Divot Podcast, Ryan Anderson, founder and CEO of Filevine, shares one of the most important lessons for entrepreneurs: great companies cannot be rushed.Filevine now serves 6,000+ law firms and 100,000+ legal professionals, generating $200M+ in revenue while helping transform legal technology.In this conversation with Derek Andersen, Ryan reflects on entrepreneurship, startup growth, founder mindset, and why building something meaningful takes time.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #startupfounder #businessgrowth #foundermindset #startuplife #divotpodcast
This Is What Happens When Startup Founders Quit Their Jobs Divot 2026-03-12 | The moment Ryan Anderson quit his job changed everything.Cycling out of a canyon at sunrise on his first day as a founder, Ryan realized something powerful: There was no longer a limit on how far he could go.Ryan is the founder and CEO of Filevine, the legal tech platform used by 6,000+ law firms and 100,000+ legal professionals, generating $200M+ in revenue.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #startupfounder #foundermindset #startuplife #businessmotivation #divotpodcast
The Biggest Fear of Every Ambitious Founder Divot 2026-03-11 | “My biggest fear is not living up to my potential.”In this powerful moment from the Divot Podcast, Ryan Anderson, founder and CEO of Filevine, shares the mindset that drives ambitious founders and high performers.Ryan explains why great companies take time to grow, why success requires patience, and why the real risk in life isn’t failure, it’s never pushing yourself to your full potential.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleSubscribe to Divot for conversations with founders, investors, and leaders making a mark on the world.#entrepreneurship #founders #leadership #mindset #startups #divotpodcast
#40: How Filevine Founder Ryan Anderson Built a $3B Legal AI Platform Divot 2026-03-11 | Before building one of the fastest-growing legal technology companies in the United States, Ryan Anderson was a practicing lawyer frustrated by deadlines, paperwork, and systems that made it easy to miss critical details. Instead of accepting the chaos of legal operations, he decided to build a better system.In this conversation with Derek Andersen, Ryan shares how that decision became Filevine, a legal tech platform now serving nearly 6,000 customers, employing more than 700 people, and generating more than $200 million in annual revenue. He explains how AI is transforming legal work and why technology can dramatically improve outcomes for lawyers and their clients.Ryan also opens up about rebuilding Filevine to become an AI-native company. From rewriting years of engineering work to navigating one of the fastest-moving industries in the world, he reflects on leadership, conviction, and what it takes to adapt when technology changes everything.The episode goes deeper into entrepreneurship, justice, and purpose, exploring why access to legal systems is expanding and why great lawyers will become even more powerful with AI.Follow Ryan - X (Twitter): https://x.com/ryanm_andersonFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:02:42 — What Filevine Actually Does (Legal AI Explained)04:08 — The Problem That Inspired Filevine05:03 — The Risk Conversation With His Wife09:03 — Meeting the Engineer Who Built the Vision11:56 — The Founder Mindset: “I’ll Figure It Out”18:20 — The Day Ryan Quit His Job22:14 — Rewriting Filevine for the AI Era25:41 — How AI Is Changing Software Teams31:28 — Why the Legal Industry Could Grow 100x44:55 — The Future of Law: AI Running Legal Work55:20 — The Mindset to Build a Billion-Dollar Company01:06:10 — Ryan’s Real Definition of SuccessFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#RyanAnderson #LegalAI #LegalTech #Entrepreneurship #SaaS #ArtificialIntelligence #Leadership #Justice #Innovation #DivotPodcast
Dave Bell’s Best Advice for Overcoming Hard Times Divot 2026-03-10 | Dave Bell, founder of Dave’s Auto Center and the voice behind an 8M+ global automotive community, shares his best advice for getting through life’s hardest moments.His mindset is simple: put your head down, keep your feet moving, and lean forward. Mistakes will happen, but progress comes from trying new solutions and refusing to stay stuck.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleHit subscribe for more insights on leadership, mentorship, personal growth, and entrepreneurship.#Resilience #Mindset #Leadership #PersonalGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SelfMastery #Motivation #DivotPodcast
Dave Bell on Free Will, Faith, and the Stories That Shape Our Lives Divot 2026-03-10 | Dave Bell, founder of Dave’s Auto Center and the voice behind an 8M+ global automotive community, shares a powerful perspective on faith, free will, and the role stories play in shaping our lives.For Dave, the idea is simple: the world was given a few core rules, but everything else comes through stories. Those stories are meant to help us think, interpret meaning, and ultimately use our own judgment to create the life we want.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleHit subscribe for more insights on leadership, mentorship, personal growth, and entrepreneurship.#SelfMastery #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #Leadership #Faith #Entrepreneurship #Storytelling #DivotPodcast
How a Mechanic Can Make Six Figures in 2 Years Divot 2026-03-09 | Dave Bell, founder of Dave’s Auto Center and the creator of an 8M+ global automotive community, shares a powerful insight on how someone can build a successful career in the trades.Becoming a great mechanic isn’t just about tools or technical skill. Dave explains that mastery starts with immersion: showing up, doing the hard work, learning discipline, staying organized, and respecting the craft. With the right mindset and mentorship, someone can go from beginner to earning six figures in just a few years.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleHit subscribe for more insights on leadership, mentorship, personal growth, and thinking bigger.#SelfMastery #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mentorship #Entrepreneurship #Careers #Mindset #DivotPodcast
How an 8M-Follower Mechanic Overcame Life’s Darkest Struggles Divot 2026-03-06 | Dave Bell, founder of Dave’s Auto Center, shares a personal truth: overcoming struggles is not about rituals or religion.Self-mastery, personal growth, leadership, mentorship, and entrepreneurship all start with one principle: finding a higher power. 🎧 Watch the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleHit subscribe for more insights on leadership, mentorship, personal growth, and thinking bigger. #SelfMastery #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #Mentorship #Entrepreneurship #OvercomingChallenges #Mindset #DivotPodcast
Owning Yourself is the Real Game-Changer. Divot 2026-03-05 | In this clip, Dave Bell, founder of Dave’s Auto Center, shares how realizing he is the creator of who he is transformed his life, his leadership, and the way he mentors the next generation of technicians.Dave explains why self-mastery, focus, and discipline are the foundation of personal growth, and how taking ownership of yourself sets the stage for everything else in life and business.Self-mastery. Focus and Discipline, personal growth starts here!🎧 Watch the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot39AppleHit subscribe for more insights on leadership, mentorship, personal growth, and thinking bigger. 🚀
#39: How Master Mechanic Dave Bell Built an 8M-Follower YouTube Empire Divot 2026-03-04 | Before becoming one of the most respected independent mechanics in the United States, Dave Bell was a young man battling addiction, jail time, and the fear of losing everything. Over the past 36 years, he rebuilt his life the same way he rebuilds engines, with discipline, precision, and relentless ownership.In this conversation, Dave shares how he grew from a one-bay storage unit during the 1990 recession into a 33,000-square-foot auto center with 35 employees, and how an unexpected leap into social media led to more than 8 million followers across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. He explains why opposition is an opportunity, how elite mechanics think, and why authenticity online outperforms any marketing budget.Dave also opens up about addiction, faith, jail, and the turning points that changed his trajectory. From reading Atlas Shrugged behind bars to building one of the largest independent automotive brands in the world, he reflects on agency, momentum, and the power of choosing who you become.The episode goes deeper into leadership, fatherhood, and legacy, exploring what it means to master yourself, redefine a misunderstood industry, and live by a simple philosophy: never let anyone else define who you are.Follow Dave - Instagram: instagram.com/davesautocenterFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:02:42 — From 300 Followers to 8 Million: The Unexpected Breakthrough09:07 — “Who Are You?” The Identity Wake-Up Call13:19 — A Mission Bigger Than Cars: Changing an Entire Industry16:55 — Fearless: What Separates Elite Mechanics from Everyone Else26:42 — “Don’t Ever Let Anyone Define You” (A Father’s Turning Point)33:14 — The 4 O’s: Turning Opposition Into Opportunity45:17 — Drugs, Fast Money & Walking Away Before It Was Too Late50:48 — Rock Bottom at 35: Addiction, Faith & Choosing a Different Path57:35 — Six Months in Jail & The Book That Rewired His Mind01:01:50 — The Hard Truth: The Moment You Blame, You Lose01:09:40 — Momentum, Waves & The “Perfect Soup” Theory of Life01:10:11 — In the End, Only One Thing MattersFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#DaveBell #Entrepreneurship #AddictionRecovery #MechanicLife #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #SocialMediaSuccess #AtlasShrugged #PersonalDevelopment #Agency #Momentum #AutoIndustry #DivotPodcast
LinkedIn’s Former CPO on the Power of Growth Mindset Divot 2026-03-03 | Tomer Cohen, former CPO at LinkedIn, shares a clear, grounded, and inspiring perspective on growth mindset, personal growth, and resilience.A must-watch conversation on mindset, self-improvement, leadership, and life lessons. Learn how to tackle obstacles and make intentional, high-impact decisions.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38AppleHit subscribe for more insights on growth mindset, leadership, personal growth, and decision making.#GrowthMindset #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #Resilience #Leadership #DecisionMaking #SelfImprovement #LifeLessons #DivotPodca
Ex-LinkedIn CPO Reveals Career Strategy for Tech Professionals Divot 2026-03-02 | In this must-watch discussion, Tomer Cohen, former Chief Product Officer, breaks down one of the most important decisions in tech careers:What does it really take to become a high-impact specialist?Whether you're a software engineer, product leader, startup founder, or ambitious tech professional, this episode will help you clarify your positioning, sharpen your expertise, and accelerate your career trajectory.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38AppleHit subscribe for more insights on growth mindset, leadership, personal growth, and decision making.#Leadership #TeamManagement #Innovation #FutureOfWork #GrowthMindset #EmployeeEngagement #DivotPodcast #LeadershipStrategy #TeamGrowth
Stop Looking for Shortcuts | LinkedIn CPO on Success, Mindset & Career Growth Divot 2026-03-02 | In this powerful talk, Tomer Cohen, former Chief Product Officer at LinkedIn, shares one of the toughest truths about career growth and personal development: there are no shortcuts.Early in his career, Tomer worked hard but kept searching for a breakthrough moment, something magical that would fast-track success. What he learned instead is the foundation of real achievement: consistency, discipline, resilience, and long-term thinking.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38AppleHit subscribe for more insights on growth mindset, leadership, personal growth, and decision making.#Leadership #TeamManagement #Innovation #FutureOfWork #GrowthMindset #EmployeeEngagement #DivotPodcast #LeadershipStrategy #TeamGrowth
Want to Know what Makes a Product Truly Great? Divot 2026-02-27 | Tomer Cohen, former CPO at LinkedIn and one of Silicon Valley’s top product builders, breaks it down: a great product doesn’t just solve a problem, it connects emotionally, adds social value, and truly understands the user.This is a must-watch for anyone interested in product management, tech leadership, UX design, and building innovative products.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38AppleHit subscribe for more insights on growth mindset, leadership, personal growth, and decision making.#Leadership #TeamManagement #Innovation #FutureOfWork #GrowthMindset #EmployeeEngagement #DivotPodcast #LeadershipStrategy #TeamGrowth
Lead your Team to Embrace Change and Innovation Divot 2026-02-26 | Tomer Cohen, former Chief Product Officer at LinkedIn, explains how leaders can drive adoption of new ways of working. It’s not just about incentives, teams thrive when you show examples, celebrate successes, and give permission to experiment.When change is rewarded and exploration feels safe, adoption follows.A must-watch conversation on leadership, team growth, innovation, and the future of work.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot38AppleHit subscribe for more insights on growth mindset, leadership, personal growth, and decision making.#Leadership #TeamManagement #Innovation #FutureOfWork #GrowthMindset #EmployeeEngagement #DivotPodcast #LeadershipStrategy #TeamGrowth
Tomer Cohen on Leadership, Growth Mindset & Great Products Divot 2026-02-26 | In this full episode of Divot, Tomer Cohen, LinkedIn Chief Product Officer and CEO of David AI, shares his insights on leadership, growth mindset, and building products that truly make an impact.Full episode available now! Discover insights on leadership, mindset, and creating products that exceed expectations.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleHit subscribe for more insights on innovation, motivation, leadership, and thinking bigger. 🚀#Leadership #GrowthMindset #ProductManagement #Innovation #CareerGrowth
#38: Building Great Products, Product Leadership & the Future of Work with Tomer Cohen (LinkedIn) Divot 2026-02-25 | Recorded at LinkedIn headquarters in Mountain View, this episode features Tomer Cohen, former Chief Product Officer of LinkedIn and one of the product leaders behind how over one billion professionals connect, work, and create economic opportunity at global scale.In conversation with Derek Andersen, Tomer breaks down what it takes to build great products inside large organizations, how LinkedIn evolved into a mobile-first platform, and what product leadership really means when operating at massive scale.The discussion expands into AI and the future of work, where Tomer explains the rise of the full-stack product builder, how AI is collapsing traditional roles across product, design, and engineering, and why builders who combine vision, empathy, and execution will define the next generation of companies.The episode closes with deeply personal reflections on growth mindset, restraint, resilience, faith, and the idea that true freedom lives in the space between stimulus and response.Follow Tomer - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tomercohenFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:00:00 — Between Stimulus and Response: Where Freedom Truly Lives08:55 — Rebuilding LinkedIn for Mobile Before It Was Obvious11:02 — Turning LinkedIn Into a Daily Habit, Not a Transaction13:34 — Why Authentic Voices Beat Corporate Talk Every Time18:24 — Conviction Over Titles: Choosing Where to Make Impact20:28 — The Rider and the Elephant: How Organizations Really Move24:42 — What Separates a Good Product from a Truly Great One31:34 — Restraint: The Hidden Skill Behind Billion-Dollar Products35:09 — Slowing Down to Fix the Core Before Scaling39:12 — The Rise of the Full-Stack Product Builder42:02 — How AI Is Collapsing Roles and Restoring Meritocracy53:25 — The Truth About Success: There Are No Shortcuts59:55 — The Final Lesson: Choosing How You RespondFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#TomerCohen #LinkedIn #ProductLeadership #BuildingGreatProducts #AI #FutureOfWork #ProductManagement #StartupLeadership #GrowthMindset #DivotPodcast
Choose trust - Choose optimism! Divot 2026-02-24 | In this clip, Mamoon Hamid, Managing Partner at Kleiner Perkins. Shares a simple yet powerful belief: He reminds us that trust and optimism shape how we show up for one another, and that believing in the power of humans simply being good still matters especially in a world driven by constant change.A grounding moment worth watching, on human values, mindset, leadership, and the future of work.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleHit subscribe for more insights on innovation, motivation, leadership, and thinking bigger. 🚀#ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #AIProductivity #AIJobs #Automation #DigitalTransformation #TechTrends #Leadership #Innovation
AI won’t eliminate human work, it will force us to think at a higher level! Divot 2026-02-24 | In this clip, Mamoon Hamid, Managing Partner at Kleiner Perkins and early investor in Slack, Figma, Box, and Rippling, shares a clear, grounded, and optimistic view on how artificial intelligence will reshape the future of work.Mamoon explains why AI won’t create a dystopian future. Instead, artificial intelligence will boost productivity, eliminate low-value work, and elevate human thinking toward more strategic, creative, and meaningful roles in the workplace.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleHit subscribe for more insights on innovation, motivation, leadership, and thinking bigger. #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #AIProductivity #AIJobs #Automation #DigitalTransformation #TechTrends #Leadership #Innovation
Why This AI Boom Is Different From the Dot-Com Era | Mamoon Hamid Divot 2026-02-23 | This AI cycle isn’t like the dot-com era.In this clip, Mamoon Hamid, Partner at Kleiner Perkins, explains why today’s AI companies are fundamentally different: they’re already generating real revenue and delivering real usefulness.Instead of just workflow tools, AI is becoming a co-pilot for doctors, lawyers, and engineers, helping them do more with the time they have.In conversation with Derek Andersen, we break down how AI is augmenting top professions and why this wave is about real productivity, not hype.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleSubscribe for more conversations on AI, venture capital, and the future of work.#ai #venturecapital #futureofwork #startups #founders #kleinerperkins #divotpodcast
“God Is the Best of Planners” - A VC’s Perspective on Faith & Uncertainty Divot 2026-02-20 | “God is the best of planners.”In this clip, Mamoon Hamid, Partner at Kleiner Perkins, shares how faith helps him navigate uncertainty, difficult decisions, and moments of loss.Mamoon explains why accepting that there is a greater plan brings peace when outcomes are out of your control, and how this mindset shapes the way he approaches life and leadership.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleSubscribe for more conversations on leadership, resilience, and purpose.#faith #leadership #resilience #venturecapital #lifelessons #divotpodcast
Top VCs Listen for This One Thing in Founders | Mamoon Hamid (Kleiner Perkins) Divot 2026-02-19 | Top investors pay close attention to the power behind a founder’s why.In this clip, Mamoon Hamid, Partner at Kleiner Perkins, explains what he’s really listening for when founders speak. Startups are long, winding roads with far more downs than ups, and investors want to understand why someone is choosing this journey and dedicating their life to it.Mamoon is one of the investors behind companies like Slack, Figma, Box, Yammer, and Glean, and has spent decades backing founders through difficult, non-linear paths.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot37AppleSubscribe for more conversations with founders, investors, and leaders building for the long game.#venturecapital #startups #founders #entrepreneurship #leadership #divotpodcast
#37: AI, Venture Capital, Faith & The Future of Work with Mamoon Hamid (Kleiner Perkins) Divot 2026-02-18 | Recorded on Sand Hill Road at the iconic offices of Kleiner Perkins, this episode features Mamoon Hamid, one of the most influential investors of this generation. Mamoon has backed category-defining companies, including Slack, Figma, Box, Yammer, Glean, Intercom, and more, and now serves as a partner stewarding one of Silicon Valley’s most historic venture firms.In conversation with Derek Andersen, Mamoon breaks down how great investors evaluate founders, why conviction starts with why, and what separates category creators from incremental startups.The discussion expands into AI, where Mamoon shares why this cycle is fundamentally different from every prior technology wave. He explains why AI is not just software but labor, how it’s reshaping productivity across professions, and why adoption and monetization are happening faster than ever, from copilots to autonomous agents transforming how work gets done.The episode closes with deeply personal reflections on resilience, immigration, parenting, faith, and purpose.Follow Mamoon - X (Twitter): https://x.com/mamoonhaFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:00:00 — “God Is the Best of Planners” — Faith, Loss & Letting Go of Control01:40 — Inside the Most Powerful Room in Silicon Valley (Why It’s Rarely Used)05:05 — What Elite Investors Actually Listen For in Founder Pitches06:55 — Why Metrics Don’t Matter If You Can’t Explain Your “Why”10:30 — How Slack & Box Were Backed When the Market Didn’t Exist14:25 — Why AI Is the Biggest Technology Shift in 30 Years18:50 — AI Isn’t Software — It’s Labor (And That Changes Everything)23:30 — The Future of Work: What Humans Will Do Better Than AI27:10 — Leaving Your Own Firm to Rebuild a Legendary One31:05 — The Apprenticeship Model That Built Venture Capital Giants35:45 — Growing Up Between Germany & Pakistan — Lessons in Resilience39:30 — How Do You Raise Resilient Kids in an Easy World?42:55 — Why Sports Might Be the Best Teacher of Grit49:55 — The Hajj: Witnessing the Best of Humanity Under Extreme Conditions56:20 — Inshallah — Ambition, Failure & Accepting God’s Will59:35 — How Mamoon Hamid Measures a Life Well LivedFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#MamoonHamid #KleinerPerkins #VentureCapital #AI #FutureOfWork #Startups #Founders #FaithAndWork #Leadership #DivotPodcast
The Mark You Leave Matters More Than Attention Divot 2026-02-17 | What does it really mean to leave a mark?In this clip, Julie Bornstein shares how she thinks about impact, not in terms of recognition, but in making shopping smarter, easier, and better for people and brands.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36AppleSubscribe for more conversations on leadership, impact, and building meaningful things.#Legacy #Leadership #Impact #Founders #Startups #ConsumerTech #DivotPodcast #JulieBornstein #DerekAndersen
Stay Focused on the Goal (That’s How You Do Hard Things) Divot 2026-02-16 | Why does visualization make hard things easier to do?In this clip, Julie Bornstein explains that when something feels difficult, what helps most is being able to visualize the outcome and imagine what it will feel like once it’s done. That mental picture makes it easier to push through uncertainty and discomfort.Julie draws from her experience leading at Nordstrom, Sephora, and Stitch Fix, founding The Yes (acquired by Pinterest), and now building Daydream.In conversation with Derek Andersen on Divot, she shares how visualization helps her stay committed and follow through on hard things.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36AppleSubscribe for more conversations on visualization, leadership, and building meaningful things.#Visualization #Mindset #Leadership #Founders #Startups #PersonalGrowth #DivotPodcast #JulieBornstein #DerekAndersen
How Board Members Are Actually Chosen Divot 2026-02-13 | How do people actually get selected to sit on boards?In this clip, Julie Bornstein explains that board seats aren’t about prestige or résumés; they’re about filling a specific role. Drawing from her experience at Nordstrom, Sephora, Stitch Fix, and as founder of The Yes (acquired by Pinterest), Julie breaks down how founders think about boards and what makes someone valuable at that table.In conversation with Derek Andersen, Julie shares why being clear about the perspective you bring, operator, brand, or finance, is what gets you considered for a board seat.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36AppleSubscribe for more conversations on startups, leadership, and building companies that last.#Boards #Startups #Founders #Leadership #ConsumerTech #DivotPodcast #JulieBornstein #DerekAndersen
Why Most Brands Fail (It’s Not Execution) Divot 2026-02-12 | Why do so many brands struggle, even with great products?In this clip, Julie Bornstein explains why brands don’t fail because of execution, but because they never clearly define who they’re for. Drawing from her experience at Nordstrom, Sephora, Stitch Fix, and as founder of The Yes (acquired by Pinterest), Julie breaks down why clarity, point of view, and authenticity matter more than hype.In conversation with Derek Andersen, Julie shares what actually gives brands staying power, and why misalignment quietly destroys trust.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36AppleSubscribe for more conversations on startups, brands, and consumer tech.#BrandStrategy #Startups #ConsumerTech #Founders #DivotPodcast
Why does online shopping still feel overwhelming, even with infinite choice? Divot 2026-02-12 | Julie Bornstein explains why fashion is a taste problem, not a keyword problem, and why most personalization fails. Drawing from her experience at Nordstrom, Sephora, Stitch Fix, and now as CEO of Daydream, Julie breaks down what actually needs to change for AI to help people discover what truly fits them.This conversation reveals why incentives, trust, and alignment matter more than smarter algorithms.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot36Apple👉 Subscribe for more conversations on AI, startups, and the future of consumer tech.#AI #OnlineShopping #ConsumerTech #FashionTech #Startups #DivotPodcast #JulieBornstein
#36: AI Shopping, The Future of Commerce & Why Trust Matters More Than Tech Divot 2026-02-11 | Before becoming a leader at the intersection of fashion, retail, and technology, Julie Bornstein built her career through persistence, curiosity, and conviction. Early on, she broke into the industry by reaching out directly to designers she admired, setting the foundation for a career that would later span Nordstrom, Sephora, Stitch Fix, and multiple consumer technology companies shaping how people discover what they wear.In this conversation, Julie shares what she learned building and scaling consumer products and why fashion is one of the most complex categories for technology to understand.Julie also reflects on the rapid shift now underway in commerce, as AI begins to reshape how people search, discover, and decide. She discusses why traditional e-commerce search fails in taste-based categories, how large language models unlock new possibilities for personalization, and what this moment has in common with earlier platform shifts like social and mobile.The episode goes deeper into purpose and long-term thinking, exploring trust, incentive alignment, and how technology should serve people rather than manipulate them.Follow Julie - X (Twitter): https://x.com/juliebornsteinFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:02:18 — She Broke Into Fashion by Writing Letters (No Network, No Shortcuts)05:01 — The Business of Fashion Explained Simply (How Brands Really Make Money)06:40 — Why Online Shopping Became Overwhelming (Too Much Choice Kills Confidence)07:28 — Why Most Fashion Brands Fail (No Point of View, Wrong Pricing)10:29 — Who Really Decides Fashion Trends? (Luxury, Runways & Fast Fashion)14:28 — The Nordstrom Leader Who Saw E-Commerce Before Anyone Else16:03 — Why Stitch Fix Didn’t Work for People With Real Taste18:29 — Selling a Startup: 40K Customers vs 400M Users at Pinterest23:52 — The 3 Reasons She Sold Her Company (Price, Market Crash, Team)26:33 — Why ChatGPT Made AI Shopping Finally Possible30:49 — Why Fashion Search Is Broken (Taste-Based, Not Keyword-Based)34:10 — The Rule Behind Daydream: If the Customer Wins, We Win44:30 — The Legacy She Wants to Leave (Making Shopping Smarter & Better)Follow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#JulieBornstein #AIShopping #FutureOfCommerce #ConsumerAI #FashionTech #RetailInnovation #Startups #Founders #Technology #DivotPodcast
How to Get Unstuck and Build Momentum | Snap & Discord Investor Advice Divot 2026-02-10 | When things feel hard, the fastest way forward is to start.In this clip, Niko Bonatsos, a leading early-stage investor in Silicon Valley and an early backer of Snap and Discord, shares his most practical advice for getting unstuck: take the first step and create momentum.In the full episode, Derek Andersen and Niko go deeper into how founders push through uncertainty, build conviction, and keep moving when progress feels slow.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35AppleSubscribe for more conversations with top founders and investors.#Startups #Founders #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #Building#EarlyStage #Momentum #StartupAdvice #Tech #DivotPodcast
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Build | VC Insight Divot 2026-02-09 | There has never been a better time in history to build.In this clip, Niko Bonatsos, one of Silicon Valley’s leading early-stage investors, explains why access to technology, capital, and global reach makes today uniquely powerful for builders and entrepreneurs.In the full episode, Derek Andersen and Niko go deeper into what it really takes to build in this era, why conviction matters more than comfort, and how opportunity rewards action.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35AppleSubscribe for more conversations with top founders and investors.#Startups #Founders #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #Building#EarlyStage #SiliconValley #Tech #AI #DivotPodcast
How Venture Capital Restores the American Dream | VC Insight Divot 2026-02-09 | Venture capital can still be a force for opportunity.In this clip, Niko Bonatsos, one of Silicon Valley’s leading early-stage investors, explains how backing founders from non-traditional backgrounds helps expand access, lower costs, and create real economic impact in the U.S.In the full episode, Derek Andersen and Niko go deeper into how venture capital, technology, and access can work together to strengthen the American economy and expand opportunity at scale.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35AppleSubscribe for more conversations with top founders, investors, and leaders shaping the future.#VentureCapital #Startups #Founders #Entrepreneurship #AmericanDream#EconomicOpportunity #EarlyStageInvesting #Tech #AI #DivotPodcast
Why Snap Won Early | VC Insight on Contrarian Founders Divot 2026-02-06 | Some of the biggest companies win by going against consensus.In this clip, Niko Bonatsos, an early investor in Snap, explains why Snap’s product philosophy stood out when everyone else was chasing data, permanence, and copycat strategies.In the full episode, Derek Andersen and Niko go deeper into how great founders are identified early, why conviction matters more than trends, and what separates category-defining companies from the rest.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35AppleSubscribe for more conversations with top founders and investors.#Startups #Founders #VentureCapital #EarlyStageInvesting #ProductThinking #Snap #Tech #Entrepreneurship #SiliconValley #DivotPodcast
Talent Is Everywhere. Opportunity Is Not | Snap & Discord Investor Divot 2026-02-05 | Talent exists everywhere in the world, but opportunity does not.In this clip, Niko Bonatsos, early investor in Snap and Discord, explains why access matters more than credentials and how many of the biggest opportunities in his life started with a single email or conversation.In the full episode, Derek Andersen and Niko go deeper into how great founders are identified early, why obsession often beats timing, and what stays human across tech cycles, even in the AI era.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot35AppleSubscribe for more conversations with top founders, investors, and leaders shaping the future.#Startups #VentureCapital #Founders #Entrepreneurship #SiliconValley#EarlyStageInvesting #AI #Tech #StartupLife #DivotPodcast#Snap #Discord #Investing #Leadership #Innovation
#35: Investing Before Consensus, The AI Shift & What Makes Great Founders Win Divot 2026-02-04 | Before becoming one of the most respected early-stage investors in Silicon Valley, Niko Bonatsos was an immigrant from Greece navigating academia, visas, and uncertainty while searching for opportunity in the United States. Over the next 15 years, he became a Managing Director at General Catalyst, investing in iconic companies like Snap and Discord and backing technical founders long before their ideas became obvious to the world.In this conversation, Niko shares what he learned investing through multiple technology cycles and why most successful companies don’t start with the right idea.Niko also reflects on the resurgence of San Francisco as the center of the AI revolution, how ChatGPT reshaped the startup landscape almost overnight, and why this moment feels similar to the early days of social networking and mobile. From recognizing momentum before metrics to investing in overlooked builders, he offers a rare inside look at how early-stage conviction is actually formed.The episode goes deeper into purpose and legacy, exploring immigration, perseverance, parenting, and how Niko measures a life well lived. Rather than chasing status, money, or permanence, he explains why helping deeply obsessed builders bring their dreams to life and empowering others along the way is the mark that truly matters.Follow Niko - X (Twitter): https://x.com/bonatsosFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:02:42 — Stanford & Silicon Valley: One Intertwined Ecosystem06:18 — Why Founders Keep Chasing the Same Startup Ideas07:37 — Investing Before Consensus: The Real Seed Advantage08:22 — Why Most Successful Companies Don’t Start With the Right Idea09:49 — San Francisco Is Back: The AI Gravity Shift13:24 — Why Niko Invested Early in Snap15:44 — Discord: How a Failed Startup Became a Generational Company18:42 — Talent Is Universal, Opportunity Is Not21:17 — The Signals That Make an Investor Lean In26:49 — Can AI Replace Venture Capitalists?31:30 — The Rise of Tiny Teams and Explosive Growth34:01 — Why Non-AI Companies Are Fighting a Knife Fight38:13 — Leaving General Catalyst: A New Chapter42:18 — Alexander the Great & the Question of Legacy48:19 — “Just Get Started”: The One Idea He’d Give Everyone50:51 — How Niko Measures a Life Well LivedFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#NikoBonatsos #VentureCapital #AI #Startups #SiliconValley #EarlyStageInvesting #Founders #Snap #Discord #GeneralCatalyst #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #DivotPodcast
Guy Kawasaki: The Real Reason You Should (or Shouldn’t) Write a Book Divot 2026-02-03 | Guy Kawasaki, former Apple evangelist, Chief Evangelist at Canva, and author of The Art of the Start, explains why most people shouldn’t write a book.In this Divot episode, Guy is direct: writing a book to build a personal brand, sell consulting, or look like a thought leader is the wrong reason. A book should be an end in itself, something you’d write even if it never sold.A grounded perspective on writing, creativity, and doing work that actually lasts.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with people who’ve shaped startups, technology, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #WritingBooks #Apple #Canva #Startups #Entrepreneurship #DivotPodcast #Shorts
Guy Kawasaki’s 2-Word Mantra That Shaped Apple, Canva, and Startups Divot 2026-02-03 | Guy Kawasaki, former Apple evangelist during the original Macintosh era, bestselling author of The Art of the Start, and Chief Evangelist at Canva, shares the simple two-word mantra that guides everything he does: empower people.In this Divot episode, Guy explains why great leaders don’t need long mission statements. They need a mantra that’s human, actionable, and easy to live by. 🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with the people shaping startups, leadership, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #Apple #Canva #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #DivotPodcast #Shorts
Guy Kawasaki on Elon Musk vs Steve Jobs: Who’s the Bigger Visionary? Divot 2026-02-02 | Guy Kawasaki, former Apple evangelist during the original Macintosh era, bestselling author of The Art of the Start, and Chief Evangelist at Canva — shares a nuanced take on one of the most debated questions in tech: Elon Musk vs Steve Jobs.In this episode of Divot, Guy explains why Elon Musk can be seen as the broader visionary, operating across space, transportation, satellites, and infrastructure, while Steve Jobs focused more deeply on a narrower set of products like computers, phones, and tablets. The comparison isn’t about who was “better,” but about how different forms of vision show up at scale.A thoughtful perspective from someone who witnessed one era of innovation firsthand and continues to study the next.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with the people shaping technology, startups, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #ElonMusk #SteveJobs #Visionary #Tech #Startups #Innovation #DivotPodcast
Guy Kawasaki Explains How the Best Startups Really Begin Divot 2026-01-30 | Guy Kawasaki is one of the most influential voices in the startup world. As a prominent evangelist at Apple during the original Macintosh era, bestselling author of The Art of the Start, and Chief Evangelist at Canva, Guy has spent decades at the center of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.In this episode of Divot, Guy challenges one of the most common pieces of startup advice: starting with market size. He explains why many of the most iconic companies began by building something the founder personally wanted or needed. Using Steve Wozniak’s first computer as an example, Guy shows how curiosity and personal conviction often come before scale, and why the market frequently follows later.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with the people shaping startups, leadership, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #Startups #Entrepreneurship #ProductBuilding #Innovation #Leadership #DivotPodcast #TechFounders
Why Guy Kawasaki Says Privacy Protects Freedom Divot 2026-01-30 | Guy Kawasaki explains why he wrote his new book, Everybody Has Something to Hide, and why privacy tools like Signal matter far more than most people realize. Drawing on decades of experience in technology, from Apple’s original Macintosh era to Canva today, Guy argues that secure communication is foundational to freedom and democracy.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with the people shaping technology, leadership, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #DivotPodcast #Technology #Privacy #Leadership #Startups
Guy Kawasaki on Grit, Success & What Actually Lasts Divot 2026-01-29 | Guy Kawasaki is one of the most influential voices in the startup world. A prominent evangelist at Apple during the original Macintosh era, bestselling author of The Art of the Start, and Chief Evangelist at Canva, Guy has spent decades shaping how founders think about building, leadership, and impact.In this episode, Guy breaks down what really drives long-term success. Why grit beats talent. Why loving the work matters more than being smart. 🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot34AppleSubscribe for more conversations with the people shaping startups, leadership, and culture.#GuyKawasaki #DivotPodcast #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Startups #Grit #Success #Founders #Tech
#34: Creativity, Obsession & Building Products That Change the World Divot 2026-01-28 | Before becoming one of the most influential evangelists in the history of technology, Guy Kawasaki was part of Apple’s original Macintosh team, working directly with Steve Jobs during the early days of personal computing. His career has been defined by independent thinking, deep curiosity, and a lifelong commitment to building and evangelizing products that truly matter.In this conversation, Guy reflects on working with Steve Jobs, the difference between mission-driven and ego-driven leadership, and why the best products are built by people solving problems for themselves. He shares hard-earned lessons from Silicon Valley on creativity, obsession, grit, and what it really takes to build things that last.Guy also discusses his role as Chief Evangelist of Canva, the global design platform democratizing creativity for millions worldwide, and how recognizing great products early shaped his journey. From writing 18 books to advising startups and founders, he explains why authenticity consistently outperforms imitation in entrepreneurship and product building.The episode goes deeper into purpose and legacy, exploring learning later in life, embracing setbacks, redefining success, and measuring impact not by status or money, but by one simple idea: empowering people.Follow Guy - Instagram: instagram.com/guykawasakiFollow Derek - X (Twitter): twitter.com/derekjandersenEpisode Partners:DelveDelve uses AI agents to handle SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and more - Divot listeners get $1,500 credits to get started: delve.co/deals/divotPulleyManage your cap table with intuitive tools built to help founders make informed decisions without breaking stride. tinyurl.com/PulleyPartnerTimestamps:1:09 — Starting Surfing at 60: Obsession Beats Talent3:49 — Growing Up in Hawaii: Identity, Culture & Perspective6:44 — Everybody Has Something to Hide: Privacy, Signal & Freedom12:44 — Writing 18 Books: Why Most People Shouldn’t Write One16:57 — Build for Yourself: The Origin of Great Products18:20 — Working With Steve Jobs: Mission Over Ego19:40 — Mission-Driven vs Ego-Driven Leadership22:35 — The Halo Effect: Why You Should Be Skeptical of Authority27:22 — Steve Jobs vs Elon Musk: Focus vs Scale30:51 — Don’t Be the Next Steve Jobs. Be the First You33:08 — Finding Your Calling: Loving the Entire “Sandwich”46:31 — Jane Goodall: Purpose Without Retirement52:19 — Guy’s Golden Touch: Finding Gold Early57:24 — Grit as the Real Advantage58:25 — Family, Legacy & Measuring a LifeFollow Divot:YouTube: youtube.com/@DivotpodX (Twitter): twitter.com/divotdotorgInstagram: instagram.com/divotpodTikTok: tiktok.com/@divotpodLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/divotdotorgHashtags:#GuyKawasaki #SteveJobs #ElonMusk #Apple #Canva #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Creativity #ProductBuilding #Leadership #Innovation #SiliconValley #Grit #Purpose #DivotPodcast
PUT THINGS IN PERSPECTIVE | Bob Pearson’s Advice When Life Gets Hard Divot 2026-01-26 | When things get hard, Bob Pearson doesn’t panic, he zooms out.After 60+ years mastering his craft and shaping over 100,000 surfboards, Bob shares simple, lived advice: look at what you have, remember what you’ve already survived, keep your head straight, and go do something that brings you back, a ride, a swim, movement, a smile.Calm. Grounded. Earned wisdom from someone who’s been through it.🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode:YouTube 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot33YouTubeSpotify 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot33SpotifyApple Podcast 👉 http://tiny.cc/Divot33AppleSubscribe for more stories about mastery, perspective, and people who make their mark.#BobPearson #Perspective #Mindset #Resilience #Leadership #LifeAdvice #MentalStrength #DivotPodcast #Shorts
