
That Will Never Work
Marc Randolph
How many times have you been told “that will never work”?
Probably not as often as Netflix co-founder Marc Randolph. The veteran Silicon Valley entrepreneur, advisor, investor, speaker and best-selling author has founded or co-founded half-a-dozen successful startups and mentored scores of entrepreneurs from first time business owners to established CEOs.
Be a fly on the boardroom wall as Marc's podcast opens up the opportunity to entrepreneurs everywhere to gain the benefit of his years of experience as he helps each guest think through their business problem.
These lively conversations, which showcase Marc’s unique combination of analytical skills, tough love and a healthy dose of humor, provide actionable advice that will benefit founders - and would-be founders - at every stage of their business journey.
New episodes every Tuesday.
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#16: Architecting Life’s Biggest Moments
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08/17/21 • 38 min
Don’t let Chris’ nickname - “The Architect” - intimidate you. He may be one of the kindest-hearted guests the show has had to date. And this spirit imbues his business, a consultancy that designs and executes one-of-a-kind urban adventures for individuals and companies. There’s only ONE Architect - and that’s just the issue. After a COVID-inspired lull, Chris needs to scale, quickly. Listen in as Marc helps him work through the thought process for determining how and when he should delegate.
Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up for Marc’s newsletter – or else connect with him on Twitter (@mbrandolph) or on Instagram (@ThatWillNeverWork).

#15: Keeping The Smile Squad Happy
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08/03/21 • 34 min
In many ways, Markian is the model of a successful, young entrepreneur. His social media brand, Smile Squad, boasts over 13 million followers and a healthy cash flow. Now, this top-tier influencer is focusing on how to keep his staff smiling. Marc is more than willing to provide some guidance on how to create a culture of transparency and trust - and he isn’t too shy to probe Markian for insights on how to increase his own social footprint.
Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up for Marc’s newsletter – or else connect with him on Twitter (@mbrandolph) or on Instagram (@ThatWillNeverWork).

#14: Distractions Be Gone!
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07/20/21 • 35 min
Jessica didn’t let some pandemic stop her. Drawing on years of experience in the fitness industry, she launched a new kickboxing studio business and, despite all the restrictions and uncertainty, brought 35 franchises online, with plans for hundreds more. She’s looking for some guidance from Marc on her best next steps - and he has a lot to say about where to focus, and, most importantly, where NOT to.
Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up for Marc’s newsletter – or else connect with him on Twitter (@mbrandolph) or on Instagram (@ThatWillNeverWork).

#13: The Man Who Would Be Pepper King
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07/06/21 • 33 min
It’s not often you meet aspiring royalty, but today’s guest, Mike, has his heart set on disrupting the high-end spice dispensing industry with his invention, Pepper King. An amiable fellow, Mike shares his plans to create the Rolls Royce of pepper mills, and the methodical ways in which he’s going about it. Marc offers up some great strategies - including a first-of-its-kind recommendation. But you’ll have to tune in to find out what it is.
Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up for Marc’s newsletter – or else connect with him on Twitter (@mbrandolph) or on Instagram (@ThatWillNeverWork).

#12: Who is Your Customer?
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06/21/21 • 26 min
Today’s guest, Tim, is already getting real-world feedback on his concept. He and his colleagues have developed Clicker, an app that makes sure you can watch what you want in a crowded bar. But, as he goes through a real-time brainstorming exercise with Marc, Tim begins to realize that the opportunity for his company is bigger than he initially thought; it may just be a matter of re-thinking who Clicker’s target customer is.
If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/mbrandolph) and on his website (https://Marcrandolph.com), where you can also sign up for his newsletter (https://www.marcrandolph.com/newsletter).

#11: The Culture of Success
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06/07/21 • 39 min
Joe's company, 12 Traits, has found an interesting niche: using AI to help gaming companies find and retain users. Joe, whose background includes clinical psychology as well as marketing, is now looking inward – and is focused on creating the sort of company culture that attracts the very best employees. Fortunately, Marc's experience at Netflix has given him some insights – and some strong opinions – about how Joe might be able to use HIS corporate culture to take 12 Traits to the next level.
If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/mbrandolph) and on his website (https://Marcrandolph.com), where you can also sign up for his newsletter (https://www.marcrandolph.com/newsletter).

#10: Getting Into a Subscription Frame of Mind
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05/24/21 • 31 min
Joseph, a best-selling author, is pretty far along with his business: a vertically integrated hypnosis brand comprised of a podcast, an app and some a la carte offerings. But like many an entrepreneur, he’s ready to take on the big fish in the space. Could a subscription model be the way to go? Tune in to hear Marc’s thoughts on the subject.
If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/mbrandolph) and on his website (https://Marcrandolph.com), where you can also sign up for his newsletter (https://www.marcrandolph.com/newsletter).

#9: Every Great App Starts as a Great Idea
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05/10/21 • 26 min
CFO-turned-entrepreneur Erik dreams of a world in which clueless men don’t have to guess what jewelry to buy for their partner, as their beloved has already called ‘dibs’ on their preferred items. So he’s laying the groundwork to commercialize this simple but profound concept, with an app called “Dibbsi” that lets you lay claim to a bounty of consumer goods. As Marc counsels him, though, the first step is figuring out what the market’s appetite truly is for solving this problem.
If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/mbrandolph) and on his website (https://Marcrandolph.com), where you can also sign up for his newsletter (https://www.marcrandolph.com/newsletter).

#8: The Business of Being Unemployed
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04/27/21 • 39 min
Adriel had put the plans for his business - Riveter, which provides networking and services for the unemployed - in place before COVID hit. And then HE lost his job, enabling him to focus on his vision full time. Now he finds himself competing with bigger fish in the outplacement space, and Marc has some ideas about how he can continue to grow the company in this uncertain environment.
If you want to be a guest on “That Will Never Work” and get help from Marc with your business issues, leave a message at: 1 888 MARCPOD / (888) 627-2763. You can also connect with Marc on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thatwillneverwork/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/mbrandolph) and on his website (https://Marcrandolph.com), where you can also sign up for his newsletter (https://www.marcrandolph.com/newsletter).

#18: Sneakerheads Unite!
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09/14/21 • 27 min
Kemar wears many hats. A sneakerhead-turned-software engineer, his site Flip boasts 80,000 users who buy, sell and obsess about high end sneakers. He’s come to Marc to discuss how to continue to grow his business, but, through the course of their insightful conversation, the duo end up focusing on _who_ his customers are, which takes things to a whole new place.
Want to be a guest on "That Will Never Work" and get help with your business issues? Head to https://marcrandolph.com/guest (https://marcrandolph.com/guest), fill out the form, and leave a voice message right there on the site. While there, you can also sign up for Marc’s newsletter – or else connect with him on Twitter (@mbrandolph) or on Instagram (@ThatWillNeverWork).
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How many episodes does That Will Never Work have?
That Will Never Work currently has 73 episodes available.
What topics does That Will Never Work cover?
The podcast is about Netflix, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Startups, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on That Will Never Work?
The episode title '#17: Finding Your Funding' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on That Will Never Work?
The average episode length on That Will Never Work is 32 minutes.
How often are episodes of That Will Never Work released?
Episodes of That Will Never Work are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of That Will Never Work?
The first episode of That Will Never Work was released on Jan 25, 2021.
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