Tony Stubblebine is the CEO of Medium, a renowned platform for writers and readers, and a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich history in tech, having co-founded several successful startups.
Join Alex Shartsis in this episode as Tony shares his personal anecdotes and hard-won insights from turning around Medium, highlighting the importance of situational leadership, and navigating the challenges of scaling a platform. He also reflects on his earlier experiences, including the rise and fall of Odeo, and the unexpected success of Twitter, providing a nuanced understanding of the entrepreneurial journey.
This episodes will give you actionable advice on how to adapt your leadership style to drive growth, and develop a deeper understanding of the intricacies involved in scaling a successful platform.
Show Notes:
0:00 Introduction
1:16 Tony Stubblebine's Background and Introduction
2:07 Evan Williams' Impact on Online Publishing
20:09 Pivotal Decisions in Medium's Growth
36:41 Medium's Turnaround to Profitability
48:38 Overcoming Financial Challenges at Medium
49:12 Medium's Ambition and Growth Strategy
50:53 Differentiating Medium in the Market
1:06:46 Lessons on Patience and Perseverance in Entrepreneurship
Guest: Tony Stubblebine (linkedin.com/in/tonystubblebine/)
Host: Alex Shartsis (linkedin.com/in/shartsis)
Audio Engineer & Video Editor - James Fixx (fixxmusic.com)
Music by the Great White Shark (Shark Shartsis)
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