Shopify President: How To Become A Millionaire For The Price Of A Starbucks Coffee! E245
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- Опубліковано 7 чер 2024
- In this new episode Steven sits down with the Canadian entrepreneur and president of Shopify Harley Finkelstein.
Topics:
0:00 Intro
02:05 Who are you & what mission are you on?
04:03 Why don’t people do the work they want to do?
07:41 What role does passion play in entrepreneurship?
14:21 How to have a good relationship with failure
25:00 The one thing that will make you a great entrepreneur
40:13 The start of Shopify
41:52 Should people be worrying about competing businesses?
50:50 The importance of resilience
54:13 Creating the perfect company culture
01:00:31 How to find the perfect mentor
01:05:51 What companies would you invest in today?
01:11:51 What are you good at?
01:17:40 What’s been your hardest time at Shopify?
01:28:27 Remote working
01:36:10 Something you’ve never said before
01:40:52 The last guest’s question
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God bless you 🙏🏽
God bless you
Hoping to have dinner with you both in Dubai soon ❤
I want to come dinner
Thank you so much for this broadcast, I love it ❤
Former Shopify employee & current merchant here 👋 I was privileged to be encouraged to grow a side hustle while supporting our merchants grow their business. Now I’m a full time merchant who wouldn’t be where I am without the leadership and culture of Shopify. PS Harley, your energy is just as contagious and inspiring as it was when I first joined the company in 2014!
@Sheena how long would it take to make 1k USD
@@gajanannilvarn8022 How to manage the seo stuff for free for shopify
Congratulations@Sheena. I'm working on my store now. Created a checklist of everything needed for a successful launch. For anyone reading: This isn't a get rich quick deal. Put in the work and reap the rewards.
@@DaughterofOurLady do you managing your Seo by yourself or what please reply
You guys closed our store without prior notice as we were growing, we had been with shopify for 6 months with no issues. Our shopify balance account is frozen as well with our funds locked in it, customer support won’t help at all and no one is replying to our emails! We can’t even disconnect our domain from shopify. Now we have inventory on hand that we can’t even sell, plus all of our profits are locked away.
I’m a former Shopify employee and I loved listening to Harley and Tobi any chance we got while there. The passion is still contagious!❤
Would love to see some guests who turned their lives around in their 50s and up.
I love that he acknowledged that not everyone wants to be a manager. That does not mean that they are not ambitious, it just might mean that they are confident and have a passion for their craft.
BTW best advise I ever got was dont hire a mini you!
This pod cast is inspiring me to change my life in so many ways including my health and start my own business. Steven, thank you for creating this, you have done such an amazing job!!
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I totally relate !
Me too
Agree. I signed up with shopify because of this podcast. Why? Loved the story❤
245 episodes of the most powerful discussions to inspire and educate that exist on the Internet. Steven, you are an incredible person with inspiring guests. Love and respect to you and all past and future guests and a big shoutout to your team who make each and every episode possible - thank you.
I admire the fact that this podcast always manage to show the vulnerable part of every guest. For me, that's where the really knowledge is. You are amazing Harley and I'm sure you're doing a great job as a father.
32:20 Best one getting everyone to the dance floor hack I ever saw was the bride and groom did a speed photo with each table, then the DJ had everyone run to the dance floor for a big group photo. As soon as it was over he hit the most hype song and about 90% of people stayed on the floor and about 50% most of the night. Absolutely genius
I was starting to feel that my entrepreneurial ventures was a complete failure and disappointment. Then I stumbled across this podcast, I am so inspired to try and I just want to say, thank you!
The fact that Harley is worrying about whether or not he's a good father proves he really is. ❤
Hi from South Africa! This guy is right! He's a BRILLIANT story teller! He isn't afraid to be vulnerable. I've learnt SO much today. The importance of self awareness and skill stacking is what I'm taking away today. Thank you for this.
Hey man. I’vw just started a podcast! And would love some feedback! Don’t have to sub, would just love feedback’
Also from South Africa🎉
These interviews are always so insightful, thoughtful and motivating... IMPRESSED is an understatement.
*The most encouraging and inspiring youtube channel.*
Thank you 🙏🏼
The whole truth 🔥 🔥 🔥 🙌🏽
I'm a Shopify Partner and also a Shopify Merchant and it's always fascinating to hear from Harley, wheter it's in interviews or at Shopify events or product releases. Really enjoyed hearing his thoughts on how the time he takes to prepare for these things and how he talked about culture.
At 34 years old I finally feel ready to settle down long enough to buy a house. Unfortunately due to previous horrible stupid life decisions, I'm forced to start with a zero balance in my savings account. On the bright side, the huge amount of debt - consequence of those bad decisions will be payed off next month,It's never too late to start saving like there's no tomorrow, and I'm really REALLY excited and motivated. Oh and Graham, fyi my emergency fund is also a done deal! by *VRI TOKEN* lol, i didn't made it myself
I think you literally just saved my life Leo, I’ve been struggling to find a way out. I’m currently an N.A waiting to get certified because of covid and stuff but I support myself and my grandma. I don’t have anyone to turn to for help, I’ve been trying to save but I can’t because of bills and renting my apartment and everything. But this, literally helped me look to a brighter future. My grandma is crippled so she cannot do work or anything. Most people have parents to turn to but I don’t talk to my mom or dad. This literally helped me so much because since i met *VRI TOKEN* the real issue i have about debt was solve in some weeks am sure before Feb of my birthday i will be home owner.
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loved your story . I know its tough supporting someone you love . Just know there are other people making it work and you can too!
What a time to be alive where we have access to brilliant minds like Steven and Harley. We get to listen to their best ideas from the convenience of the car and shower... for free. You guys crushed this podcast! Thank you!!
I agree! We can get such a good education on health, wealth, business and all sorts of other things, and hear powerful nuggets of wisdom & advice from brilliant people, all for free, thanks to UA-cam and podcasts. We’re very lucky.
Hearing that things are built out of desperation is quite interesting and enlightening, as normally we hear people say it was a passion/hobby rather than having no choice but to create something.
Wow. The end was even STRONGER than any other part of it. When you show your human side, everything changes as to how people receive your message.
I live for this podcast 🙏
Amazing conversation. I am a dedicated listener to the Diary of CEO which is helping me in so many ways. I can relate to the conversations as this is my tribe who are daring greatly. I sometime asked myself if I am on the right track leaving my full time faculty position , letting go of security, comfort and dipping into my retirement fund to go for my dreams. Listening to you all… I feel that I am because all the struggles I went through or going through doesn’t scare me but makes me alive.❤ Thanks again. Started my non profit, working on a startup plan in Bangladesh to empower communities, our Limitless Leadership Lounge Podcast approaching 100th episode ..and working on my book. So the quest is on..
This is amazing!! More power to you Rehnuma and thanks so much for sharing !
The fact that he's judging his performance as a father makes me think he's a decent dad and when he's home the kids are so happy❤
Who TF cares what type of father he is?
What a talented storyteller. Harley's passion for entrepreneurship is almost palpable. Thank you for another gem, Team DOAC!
This podcast brings so much value to my life. Not just because I have a home run business I'd like to continue to grow but because as a person this podcast helps me grow and this translates to every other area of my life. I always recommend episodes to people I love and care about. Steven, the guests you bring on are so incredible but most importantly your approach and the insightful questions you ask your guests are what makes these conversations so special. Thank you!
What a great podcast, thank you Steven! I won't stop praising Shopify for their tools and customer service, they are the best platform to run an online shop and that's the people that make it that way. I was very lucky to meet our local Vancouver team at their headquarters and lead an art class for their monthly meeting 💓
As an entrepreneur living in Montreal who grew up in Ottawa this hits close to home, quite literally. I can’t wait to share this episode with my spouse who recently joined a tech start up. I think Harley’s journey at Shopify will really speak to him and help him embrace his spikiness! Thanks for another great episode. 👏👏
Steve you've come a long way, thank you for bringing so much value!
Harley, your vulnerability about fatherhood is beautiful. Just like in business, the important thing is that you try and do your best, how you are empathetic to your shopify clients, show empathy towards your girls, and most importantly…teach your girls to love being WHO THEY ARE, quirks and all. No parent is perfect, but if you make one of your life’s missions to LOVE your daughters as best as you can, the way you can, when you can, in an imperfect way. Your mission is achieved. Don’t put key performance indicators on your relationship with your daughters. Just love them.
I would like to give you some appreciation for this podcast, you are doing great, congratulations on 2,000,000 subscribers! You seem to be having fun, while this is one of my favorite podcasts. It is hard to balance that, I am glad I found a podcast I like. 😄
We have been on a recession since the beginning of 2022, but big media and governments all over the world didn’t want to admit it. We need to be wise and use our brains. Knowledge is power and I’d like all the family to be powerful! Just purchased some *VRI TOKEN* Thanks for keeping us informed during this times of doubt?
I opened my Shopify the night of watching this interview. Coming back to watch it again tonight because January is not a good time to give up 😃😃
I believe in you!
I don’t know anything about Shopify, yet I’m stuck listening to you two because it’s refreshing to hear someone passionate, someone with intensity without negativity and so on… love it :)
I appreciate the atmosphere of this podcast and the grounded nature. There are very important questions asked and designated points that feel very fluid in the conversations. This podcast is prospering and I’m grateful for this resource. Thank you.
Love this. I built a 6 figure/yr dog grooming business from a $2500 start and didn't have employees til after I had brought in over $100k by myself. I'm consistently booked for the year with a wait list. I have the opportunity to move the business and increase my income. BUT I'm terrified to hire new employees because I've worked so hard to build my reputation and not everyone would put in the same amount of care I do. The new location where I can grow would add additional services and possible retail but would mean needing to hire the new people. Finding the right employees has always held me back. My previous job was in HR and I learned quickly that everyone wants to be paid but few people want to work. Your podcast and similar ones make me want to go ahead and make the big moves though.
There is always risk. Building in robust accountability and open client and employee feedback and relationships into your business is a proactive response to the kinds of risks you are rightfully concerned about.
Hi, I feel where you are at in the stage of your growth. I was saying similar things for years about my high-rise maintenance business. Have you read "The E-Myth"? May I ask what your vision or ultimate outcome is for your business?
More employees equal more headaches doesn’t always equal more money or more happiness.
Be careful though- I'm what you would probably consider 'old' and I've owned businesses. Some businesses are not able to grow and make more money. I've seen a cabinet maker and a catering company hit that plateau, they take on more work and hire more help and expand the premises, but the overall profit is still the same, but with more headaches, Often if a business can't scale without additional working employees then it's better to sell it as a thriving thing and put the money into something that is scale-able, like content (hate that word!) or something that can be manufactured. I met a man who made his money selling a small advertising business to NBC, then invested and lives very well off the proceeds :)
U need to show all the employees EXACTLY how u want things done.
This CD is very calming ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq the first meditation focuses on breathing, the second guides you through the Buddhist metta bhavana--loving kindness to all, and the third is a meditation to be used when walking. him is originally from Scotland, so there is a little accent to his voice, but it is very soothing and not at all distracting. If you are a beginner to meditation, this CD will walk you through all the steps of relaxing and breathing as well as sending out the positive thoughts of love and kindness that will be returned to you. We have several CD's, but this one is a favorite that we choose most often.
You have the best Podcast on UA-cam to inspire people to be better, grow and inform. For the curious humans who want to expand. Brilliant as always Steven! I get excited every time I get a notification! ❤Thank you!
One of my FAVOURITE episodes!! Harley is so inspiring! This episode really spoke to me! His resilience and love for entrepreneurship is just phenomenal.
This guest was fantastic. Especially towards the end when he got really brave and vulnerable- that made him SO likeable in my eyes. In the beginning i got a sales vibe.. too pressed, too thought out, too rehearsed... but when he explained in the end it was like ah, i get it. You're awesome dude, keep it up.
This channel provides IMMENSE VALUE to all the ambitious individuals in a straight forward way ! Bro i would want to hear about your 3 favourite books which helped you in testing times by taking massive action with a purpose driven mindset ..
Everything I never learned in school , 48 laws of power
@@dmjones04 Yeah brother ! Same with many people schools are just a waste of time. I watched robert greene's videos but i must read his powerful books also 👍
HARLEY IS A GREAT GUY,FILLED WITH WISDOM,THIS CHANNEL IS SIMPLY GOLD
Literally addicted to this podcast - every guest is 👍🏻
A measure for parenting: how comfortable is your child to turn to you with a problem? Another great ep Steven, thanks.
I drove my first car in my dad's name and later went to get a truck in mine after I paid off my first one and drove off the lot with the truck I wanted, its mostly about a good credit score and a loan portfolio helps as well...lenders like to see various forms of loans in your name to be less of a risk and yes you might have to put money down but not HALF of the car loan Your exactly right I screwed my credit as a young man now I own a detailing company and can't get anything with out the full amount of cash. I'm working on my credit to get better with *VRI TOKEN* , Love the knowledge keep it up
This is an amazing CEO actually human instead of a corporate BOT.
Inspiring guy!
It is as if fell asleep and woke up top to find this channel with two millions subscribers! Steven, sincerely a huge congratulations on this important milestone. Your content continues to elegantly dazzle and inspire me every day. And this new one with Harley Finkelstein is once again a 110-minute gem of education and inspiration. I particularly love this question: "If I gave you $3 million... to invest in three different people..." Great to be on this journey with you. (8th May 2023).
This podcast is the greatest thing on UA-cam. Love you Steven!!
Too often I here "everything has been done and it's harder now to start something" well I have been saying it for a long time. Everyone has original ideas, and some may have been done before, some have not but it's the people that get out and try that are really making the difference. Now you don't have to believe just me I can direct them here. TY Harley.
BTW, Two million people what to get this podcast asap, WELL DONE.
A great interview! The hardest hitting for me is about being lonely and a great Father! I consistently battle with emotions, feeling that the sands of time are slipping through my fingers. On the flipside, it gives me solace that even the most "successful" people, are going through the same struggles and insecurities that we all are going through. A problem shared is definitely a problem halved! Appreciate the extraordinary content! Cheers!
I love being a therapist to entrepreneurs. Sometimes entrepreneurs don’t even know that they. What an encouraging podcast as I work on getting my content to larger audiences.
I LOVE this show! The guests, inspiring conversations and insights into all walks of life. Thank you for having this great show and new episode each week🙌
This was my most inspiring interview to date. It is full of encouragement and wisdom nuggets for someone who is on the fence and wondering when to take the leap of faith. Tonight, after listening to this interview for the 100th time, I decided to day action, TODAY!! Steven, you are impacting so many lives and much faster than you would ever know. I live for this podcast!
I’ve always been good at building strategies and identifying potential business partnerships to then advise my teammates on the best way to win! I pride myself in these skills and never had a need to want to manage people. I’m great with people but didn’t feel that my success would come from managing a team yet, the “norm” is that a senior leadership role is the only reputable and lucrative career move. Thank you Harley for pointing out that self awareness and owning your career trajectory can be powerful, authentic, and successful! 🙌🏽
"Great father", love your kids how you want to be loved; listen to them. Time is fleeting. You are probably doing better than you "feel". A Great interview... I'm now inspired to start a business on Shopify!
I could not even imagine you would invite him. Such a great podcast😊
Yaay shopify owner! Absolutely think shopify has been amazing opportunity. Creating a shop online overnight with low running cost compared to renting a store paying over 3k monthly in London. Makes great business sense Especially during covid . Golden opportunity for entrepreneurs low cost start up . . I've built many stores on shopify so user friendly to .thanks for great podcasts so inspiring!
Dinner🎉, excited🕺🕺. Thank you for the invite Steve😊 (just rehearsing). Augustine here from South Africa🙋🏾. The information shared on this podcast is invaluable, and it's very real!
I have watched many of the DOAC interviews and for sure some guests have had more ‘catchiness’ etc to them by public standards.
However for me, this was my favorite interview. As fellow entrepreneur, I totally resonated with the depth around resilience and fragility, as well as the importance of therapy.
In short, make yourself the best foundation of resilience and immunity, and your company will also reflect that.
Harley 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
building with ppl with complimentary skillsets is such great advice :)
As an entrepreneur and business start-up coach, these are the kind of stories I share with clients to inspire them to get going! J
I would love to open up my own cafe but can't seem to get approved for start up funding anywhere.
Words don’t explain the good this podcast does for me, thank you
Just wanted to say Shopify is crazy good value. The quality of the tools vs the monthly cost is, frankly, mind blowing! It lowers the risk of starting a new business massively and I’m a huge fan. And now I’m a huge fan of their president as well.
I like this Shopify President, I appreciate how he shares his true self
This came at a time when,l was just starting my journey on entrepreneurship.
Thankyou Steven ❤🇿🇦
I love this ceo. He is really amazing. Thank you for sharing about your work ethic and being vulnerable.
PLEASEEEEEEE COME TO ORLANDO, FLORIDA AND BRING ME!!!!!! Your podcast has changed my life!!!! My name is Reese Kelsey and I dropped out of college to pursue entrepreneurship and my passion for art (Specifically the new technological developments in the music/art world). I'm 22 years old and I'm in the process of developing a brand called 'Sequoia'. Your podcast has inspired me on my best days and comforted me on my worst. It would be an honor to have a discussion with you.
I will fly anywhere in the country to join.
I love Harley’s honesty and his ability to communicate.
This stuff is freaking FANTASTIC!! The only struggle is with choosing between propping my eyelids open with something to keep binge-watching more episodes, or getting some sleep so that I can wake up early and start utilizing all these golden nuggets of wisdom!
We are learning about our uniqueness. We are learning that we each have something unique to bring to the banquet. Hopefully we will learn how to honour the special in each other and promote and support those around us.
I love his transparency and his acceptance of who He is.
Possibly the best ever episode this one for us entrepreneurs! Thank you for this 🙌🏼❤️
Hey Steven. Great interview! I needed this today, Thank You and to Harvey for being genuinely generous with his time. You manage to get some big names onto your show lately, you’re doing great 👍🏼
Thank you for inspiration and honesty about your weaknesses! This is so valuble for people to be inspired to move forward without preasure of perfection 🎉
Breaking through Fear & believing in YOU❤ are keys to breaking through to success!
Congrats on 2 million subscribers woooo - you guys are changing lives, thank you!!❤
Touching on the good father theme: I'm a (great?) mom of two and also struggling figuring out what makes a great parent. It feel sometimes like wanting to achieve that unachievable idea which is made to make me feel.like a constant failure. and it's just torture.
I think what makes a good parent is simply connection. it's being in a relationship with your kid. being authentic.
which leads me to a practical suggestion: just ask your kid if you are a good father to them, what a good father is to THEM to begin with. because their idea of it also doesn't always match with yours.
If you’re ever or near Las Vegas, NV, I would be forever grateful to be at one of those dinners. Your channel has been my anchor and saving grace as I build my business currently. When it gets tough, your channel is kind of my escape, while also being my biggest teacher to push through. Seriously so grateful for you and your team. 🙏🙏
I get such GREAT service every time I go to the *VRI TOKEN* and the IRS is SO wonderful to work with. I DEFINITELY want the Government in charge of my Social Credit Score! This couldn't possibly be misused in ANY way! All the data breaches that the VA has had makes me confident that my data would be TOTALLY safe!
What a great interview! 🙌🏿 Thank you both for your time & openness. 💚✨
This has been one of the best podcasts I have ever seen. Thank you so, so much. I love Mr. Finkelstein's perspectives on company and people's resiliency. It has resonated tremendously. Very inspiring.
Wow, one of the best interviews I've heard. Almost 2 hours with great storytelling, very inspiring!
Recently came across this channel. Really enjoying the content. Provides something different and genuine from other “entrepreneurial/business etc” content. Thanks you
“I am fulfilled because I am doing the thing I should be doing” this is a fucking powerful statement. “Should and Like” two huge words that can move mountains in a social, professional and organisational domain. Unfortunately the “like”wins to negativity in a lot of contexts within those domains.
And Steve, your question to Harley about being a good dad…was timely with a lot of wisdom and with profound empathy to what is so important to just being a human being. It says a lot about what you think feel about the subject 😉
❤ this episode is perfect and I have listened to it 3 times now 👌🏽
Thoroughly enjoyed this episode. Thanks DOAC team, especially the ones we never see!
Wow. You are so good at bringing out the best of people in your conversation. Not sure how you measure this financially but like most things good in life ...priceless comes to mind
I love your interviews Steven. You are a great interviewer. Thank you for creating these podcasts. I learn something new with each one.
Excellent interview. I love his honesty and transparency. I also appreciate the very relevant questions that you asked also. Thank you!
You’ve earned my respect and admiration ❤ Making time and adding what really matters in your calendar is truly inspirational !
Again, what an amazing podcast episode! This is hands down the best podcast out there. Thank you for doing this!
Very authentic and adorable to hear this interview, never heard of Shoplify before, now will check it out! Thanks so much!
Thank you so much Harley and Stephen. This was an incredible conversation that I took so many take aways from 👏🏻💖🙌🏻
I loved how you both talked about fitting roles within a company and self-awareness regarding this.
The Peter Principle is an ingenious little book that describes exactly the problem you were talking about.
I'm quoting from the English Wikipedia entry about the Peter Principle here:
"The Peter principle is a concept in management developed by Laurence J. Peter, which observes that people in a hierarchy tend to rise to "a level of respective incompetence": employees are promoted based on their success in previous jobs until they reach a level at which they are no longer competent, as skills in one job do not necessarily translate to another."
Brilliant interview! Superb questions, profound anecdotes, and insightful soundbites. This interview pushed many buttons that I've just been staring at and questioning.
Thank you, Steven and Harley, for this interview.
Yes, I would love to join you for dinner, thank you for asking! 😁
What an absolute PRIVILEGE to listen to this discussion. Pure gold! This was one of your best podcasts, they keep getting better and better
. I loved every second and I feel as though I’ve just received a high-five from the universe, I’m on the right track! Without a doubt, I’m grabbing my surfboard and running towards the wave, my whole life is leading up to this. Thank you 🙏🏻
A really honest and insightful podcast. Very motivational
Just like to echo the sentiments below. This channel constantly provokes thought for all ambitious individuals. I'm a long time DOAC lurker but this channel and its contents have been really beneficial with helping me stay focused, engaged and driven on my own personal goals
I consume several hours of DOAC a week and absolutely love it. There were some good bits in the beginning of this one but had to turn it off halfway because it felt like one big Shopify advert. 😅
Keep up the great work and looking forward to the next one as always. ❤
Its his company. What should he talk about?
A question never asked. The question I struggle with. What if you have a burning desire to be your own boss and build something for your legacy. But you haven’t found that “thing” you love yet or hobby you love?
It’s a really lost space to be in! Any advice on how you can find your passion?
I'm no professional but I'm currently on the journey to answer this question. I've been speaking to people around me, including present and former CEO's, assessing what's most important to me, praying for divine guidance and listening to DOAC; a combination of these things should answer that in the right time.
This interview literally spoke to me…. -Pete