Who Dares Wins: Life, Leadership, and Finance with Anthony Noto

How Successful Women Lead Differently With Julia Boorstin Dec 21, 2022

Julia Boorstin, CNBC's Senior Media & Tech Correspondent has spent most of her career doing the work nobody wanted to do - and finding success along the way. Julia entered into journalism from a would-be academic career, where she found satisfaction in being able to report on the disruptors in the tech industry. She also shares more about the book she just authored When Women Lead on how women find success by leading and approaching risk differently. She speaks to Anthony about how her childhood fostered her love of writing, why she left academia, and why taking risks is all about dealing with uncomfortable feelings. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to talk about how to reflect on the past year, set goals for the New Year, and how leaders can tell when their team members exhibit leadership qualities.

Success Through Authenticity with Roger Steele Dec 07, 2022

Roger Steele, a golf influencer working with brands such as Nike, Callaway, and most recently, SoFi, has found success as a great storyteller, content creator and partner with companies that align with his values. Roger broke away from a pragmatic approach to his career, transitioning from civil engineering to work where he found more fulfillment on a day-to-day basis. He speaks to Anthony about how he developed his love of golf, created optionality by cultivating relationships, learned from his entrepreneurship ventures, and committed to being authentic in his content. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to talk about how leaders can spot transferable skills in others and how to create more opportunities through networking in an authentic way.

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Bouncing Back from Adversity With Justin Herbert Nov 23, 2022

Justin Herbert, quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, has had encounters with adversity throughout his career, but overcoming those obstacles has made the journey to success that much more enjoyable. Herbert’s ability to learn from these opportunities has earned him respect amongst his NFL peers. As we head into the Thanksgiving holiday where families indulge in football and turkey, Herbert joins Anthony on this week’s episode and talks about how he got his college football start, how he placed emphasis on his academics and his reaction when he played his first NFL game. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to talk about what it means when to lose and fostering healthy competition in the workplace.

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The Importance of Being Vulnerable With Alyson Watson Nov 09, 2022

Alyson Watson, founder and CEO of Modern Health, has made it her personal and professional mission to be a team player, prioritize her mental health, and improve access to resources for others to do the same. She sits down with Anthony to talk about her battle with anxiety as a college athlete, what it means to be an effective leader on and off the field, and her journey building an innovative platform that takes a proactive approach to mental health and wellness. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to talk about being a compassionate leader and how to create a positive work culture in every interaction you have.

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Prioritizing Opportunity Over Tradition with Dean Erika James Oct 26, 2022

Dean Erika James, Dean of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, didn’t conform to a more ‘traditional’ path to academia. She committed to taking risks and pivots throughout her career as she listened to what motivated her and the opportunities that emerged. She speaks with Anthony about what informed her decision to pursue academia, how she came to specialize in crisis management with her unique capabilities as a trained organizational psychologist, and how her upbringing informs her decisions to encourage a more diverse and equitable workforce. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to discuss how "quiet quitting" can be problematic for organizations, and why it's a smart idea to assess opportunities before taking them.

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Go Big or Go Home With Dude Perfect Oct 12, 2022

Welcome back to Who Dares Wins for Season 2! Anthony sits down with two of the founding members of Dude Perfect, Cody Jones and Coby Cotton, and how it came to be. Five college roommates went viral and were faced with a decision: pursue a career in creating YouTube videos (at a time when it wasn't a common or seemingly viable way to make a living) or a typical 9-5 role. They decided to "go big" and created the brand we all know and love today. Cody and Coby speak about the challenges they've faced growing their company, what led to that decision to "go big," and how they bring that mindset to every project. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to talk about the conditions in which paid sabbaticals for employees is a smart idea, and whether it makes sense to trust your gut to make decisions over consulting data.

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True Impact Through Edutainment With Tanya Van Court Jul 06, 2022

Tanya Van Court, founder and CEO of Goalsetter, a financial app that aims to teach kids and teenagers to implement healthy and smart savings and spending habits from an early age, has modeled her career around her passion of inspiring kids to believe they can change the world. She sits down with Anthony to talk about how being brave enough to cement a mentoring relationship with a CEO changed the trajectory of her career. She also talks about her accidental journey into entrepreneurship, how the tech bubble burst of 2001 jumpstarted her financial journey, and her experience of raising funding for the company as a black woman. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also sits down with Anthony to discuss the mounting tech layoffs the industry is currently facing and how leaders can balance the needs of their business while also balancing the needs of their people.

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Finding Purpose Through Grief With Marisa Renee Lee Jun 29, 2022

Marisa Renee Lee, CEO of Beacon Advisors and author of "Grief is Love," credits her mom for much of her success. She sits down with Anthony to discuss how being a caretaker and grieving for her mom helped her find passion in her career, what it was like working for President Obama, and why she chose to channel her grief into writing a powerful book for others. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about how leaders can continue to attract top talent, and what it means to bring personal experiences to the workplace.

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Providing Your Own Opportunities With Rebecca Minkoff Jun 22, 2022

Rebecca Minkoff, founder and creative director of the global fashion brand Rebecca Minkoff, started her career working in a designer’s shipping department and built her way up to becoming one of the most well-known designers in the world. She sits down with Anthony to discuss how her upbringing taught her to be scrappy and innovative, how she survived economic downturns by taking risks and ignoring steps taken by other industry players, and her recent foray into NFT fashion. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about working with co-founders and how to pursue a long-term business vision while maintaining confidence from partners who may not have the same foresight or patience.

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Winning Through Small Bets With Aaron DeBevoise Jun 15, 2022

Aaron DeBevoise, founder and CEO of Spotter, has grown his career through experimentation and leveraging opportunities. He sits down with Anthony to discuss his start in the entertainment industry and what ultimately led him to build a platform empowering independent creators and supporting the growing creator economy. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about how organizations can incorporate ESG into the fabric of their work culture, and what it means to take a portfolio approach.

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Your Customer is Your Greatest Teacher With Julia Hartz Jun 08, 2022

Julia Hartz, co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, has embodied the approach of going “outside your element” since day one. She sits down with Anthony to discuss how – following her career debut at The Ugly Mug in high school – she worked her way to a high-powered job in the entertainment industry before co-founding a startup with her husband. She also shares a behind-the-scenes look at being in the Eventbrite "war room" when the pandemic first hit. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about how to prioritize connections and listen to customers' feedback effectively to build an organization.

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Harnessing a Founder Mentality With Melissa Ben-Ishay Jun 01, 2022

Melissa Ben-Ishay, co-founder and CEO of Baked by Melissa, believes that “founder mentality” — doing whatever it takes to get the job done — is the cornerstone of of success. She sits down with Anthony to discuss how getting fired from her media planning job was the best thing to happen to her, why Baked by Melissa isn't simply a company that just makes cupcakes, and how to block out the naysayers. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about how to leverage self-awareness as a leader and how to balance knowing who you are as a leader with other people's opinions.

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*Note: Podcast contains explicit language*

Showing Your Human Side With Shawn Johnson East May 25, 2022

Shawn Johnson East, former Olympic gold medalist, New York Times best selling author, and part owner of the Angel City Football Club, sits down with Anthony to talk about applying what she learned training as an athlete into her entrepreneurial endeavors. She talks candidly about her decision to defer her acceptance to Stanford for seven years, why she doesn't believe in specialization, and the real reason she became an author. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks with Anthony about whether passion is really the key to success and what it means to fail to get ahead.

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Aligning Personal Values in Your Work With Sarah Friar May 04, 2022

Sarah Friar, CEO of Nextdoor, has built a career from helping others feel a sense of belonging, influenced by her upbringing in Northern Ireland during The Troubles. She sits down with Anthony to talk about her decision to study in the US, her lifelong curiosity for travel, and how her personal values motivated her to lead Nextdoor today. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also talks to Anthony to discuss how "Don't Forget to Smile" became SoFi's 11th core value, and what it feels like when nobody understands your vision for leading an organization.
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*Note: Podcast contains explicit language*

Finding Your Mentor With Carolyn Childers Apr 27, 2022

Carolyn Childers, Co-Founder and CEO of Chief, saw how challenging it was to achieve representation in leadership at companies, even with the best of intentions. She joins Anthony to talk about her upbringing and what she learned about aiming for stability in her career, her desire to challenge herself professionally, and the satisfaction in decision-making now as a leader. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also joins Anthony to discuss how Anthony found sought guidance throughout his career and signs it's time for someone to make a career change.

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Confidence Over Circumstances With Ryan Serhant Apr 20, 2022

Ryan Serhant, star of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York and Sell It Like Serhant, believes the willingness to try anything - as long as one of the consequences isn't that you can go to jail or die - is the key to success. He joins Anthony to talk about his upbringing in Texas, how he stood out as a new real estate agent when most don't make any sales, and his plans to create a billion dollar brand in the next five years. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also joins Anthony to discuss what it means to "run after problems" and how to balance risk without making too many public failures as a leader.

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A Radical Conversation With Kim Scott Apr 13, 2022

Kim Scott, CEO coach and author of New York Times best seller Radical Candor, sits down with Anthony to talk about how walking past a strip club as a kid sparked her ambition, her experience working in diamond-cutting in Russia, and how to have truly effective conversations both in and out of the boardroom. Josh Fagen, a longtime trusted advisor, also joins Anthony to ask what happens when a company outgrows their founder and how to give feedback in a way that builds culture.