Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify and entrepreneur, shares his iconoclastic approach to modern commerce, building a generative future, and turning anxiety into achievement. READ MORE👉 https://bit.ly/richroll878 ✌🏼🌱 - Rich This Episode Is Brought To You By… SQUARESPACE Get 10% OFF with code RichRoll 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/squarespace2024 AURA FRAMES Exclusive $35-off Carver Mat at https://bit.ly/aura2025 Use code RICHROLL at checkout to save! Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/rrpsponsors LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/rrpitunes Spotify: http://bit.ly/rrpspotify Google: http://bit.ly/rrpgooglepods Meal Planner: http://meals.richroll.com Voicing Change Book: http://richroll.com/vc Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RichRollPodcastClips Newsletter: http://bit.ly/rollcallemail CHAPTERS 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:20 Intentionality in Life 00:03:04 Facing Fears and Challenges 00:03:16 The Reality of Endurance Events 00:04:18 Completing the Challenge 00:05:34 Training and Preparation 00:07:14 Focus and Distraction 00:08:20 Comfort Zone and Personal Growth 00:09:04 Perception of Success 00:10:27 Balancing Ambitions 00:11:27 Mentorship in Parenting 00:12:26 Managing Conflicting Values 00:13:01 Video Game Inspiration 00:14:06 Life's Work Concept 00:15:00 Balancing Responsibilities 00:16:29 Selective Learning 00:17:18 Starting a New Business 00:18:13 Learning Through Experience 00:19:01 Impact of Climbing 29/29 00:21:16 Childhood Entrepreneurial Spirit 00:23:49 Using Entrepreneurship for Survival 00:25:43 Mentorship and Law School 00:26:36 The Value of Code in Business 00:27:09 Law School as Entrepreneurship Training 00:28:06 Valuable Skills from Law School 00:30:04 Education as a Transaction 00:31:25 Self-Understanding in Career Choices 00:32:19 Ad Break 00:35:35 Changing Perceptions of Entrepreneurship 00:37:17 Forced Entrepreneurship Among Immigrants 00:38:12 Role Models for Entrepreneurship 00:40:02 Frustration with Limiting Education 00:41:38 The Importance of Passion in Careers 00:42:11 The Changing Landscape of Entrepreneurship 00:44:35 Commercializing Hobbies 00:45:31 The Golden Age of Entrepreneurship 00:50:11 Consumer Preferences and Brand Loyalty 00:54:29 The Experience of Modern Retail 00:55:29 Future of Retail 00:56:55 Comparing Retail Experiences 00:57:28 Disruption in Scrubs Market 00:58:59 Empathy in Customer Relations 01:01:57 Ad Break 01:03:25 Shopify's Market Evolution 01:08:18 Complexity of Software Needs 01:09:14 Modern Retail Operating System 01:10:07 The Life Cycle of Companies 01:11:14 Navigating Entrepreneurial Roles 01:12:00 The Importance of Specialization 01:13:40 Rethinking Company Structure 01:14:31 The Value of Storytelling 01:18:04 Growth and Adaptation 01:21:14 Trust Battery Metaphor 01:22:20 The Power of Story 01:23:26 Understanding Your Story 01:24:12 The Role of Story in Business 01:25:20 Personal Connections to Products 01:26:16 The Shift from Founders to Managers 01:27:09 Authenticity in Leadership 01:28:51 The Impact of Personal Passion 01:29:33 Creator Economy Dynamics 01:31:49 Quality Control in New Ventures 01:33:59 Changing Business Models 01:34:53 The Importance of Transparency 01:35:43 Direct Communication Models 01:36:36 Empowerment through Direct Content Creation 01:37:06 The Tools for Authenticity 01:38:11 Switching Gears to Mental Health 01:40:06 Mindfulness and Anxiety Management 01:41:44 Building a Toolbox of Tactics 01:43:17 The Shift in Conversation Around Mental Health 01:44:19 Vulnerability as Connection 01:45:20 Recognizing Anxiety as a Superpower 01:46:08 The Role of Anxiety in Preparation 01:48:07 Balancing Anxiety and Presence 01:50:18 The Importance of Intentionality 01:51:18 Mentorship and Success 01:52:42 Defining Success 01:52:50 Mission-Based Living CONNECT WITH RICH ✩ Website - http://richroll.com​ ✩ Rich Roll Podcast - https://richroll.com/all-episodes/ ✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ ✩ Twitter - https://twitter.com/richroll ✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans ✩ Strava - https://www.strava.com/athletes/14443?oq=rich ✩ Memoir: Finding Ultra - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/finding-ultra/ ✩ Meals - http://meals.richroll.com​ ✩ Cook - The Plantpower Way - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-signed/ ✩ Italian! - The Plantpower Way: Italia - https://www.richroll.com/shop/books/the-plantpower-way-italia-signed/ ✩ Support - https://www.patreon.com/richroll FILMED AND EDITED BY DAN DRAKE https://www.dandrake333.com/ * * * * * NEW TO RICH? Hi I'm Rich Roll. I'm a vegan ultra-endurance athlete, author, podcaster, public speaker & wellness evangelist. But mainly I'm a dad of four. If you want to know more, visit my website or check out these two the NY Times articles: http://bit.ly/otillonyt http://bit.ly/vegansglam I LOVE MAIL! SEND IT HERE: 2630 Conejo Spectrum St. Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 #richroll #richrollpodcast