Vinod Khosla, MBA '80: Failure does not matter. Success matters.

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  • “Try and fail, but don’t fail to try,” emphasized Vinod Khosla (MBA '80) during the Roanak Desai Memorial View From The Top talk on May 1, 2015. Khosla, the founder of Sun Microsystems and Khosla Ventures, also discussed the importance of having a belief system and the "indulgence" of brutal honesty.
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  • @chiawildy563
    @chiawildy563 3 роки тому +329

    "90% of you will do what is expected of you as opposed to what you want to do." at 7:13. Very apt

    • @CarbonSickle
      @CarbonSickle 2 роки тому +8

      The number is probably 99.

    • @madhusmitasharma601
      @madhusmitasharma601 2 роки тому +2

      And that’s Fine 😁
      Infact GREAT 👏🏻

    • @karn.anurag13
      @karn.anurag13 2 роки тому

      @@madhusmitasharma601 why so

    • @rishabhghosh155
      @rishabhghosh155 2 роки тому

      @@karn.anurag13 because its fine to be a snowflake now apparently. Sorry, its great!

    • @flair5469
      @flair5469 3 місяці тому

      @@madhusmitasharma601that’s sad infact, robot like

  • @shivambansal3212
    @shivambansal3212 2 роки тому +146

    Every time I am procrastinating, I watch this man's interviews and always get back

    • @user-wx3vr2wr1l
      @user-wx3vr2wr1l 2 роки тому +2

      I am in the same vain. But, I am really eager to know Why on earth is that happen?

    • @proudindian9140
      @proudindian9140 2 роки тому +3

      @@user-wx3vr2wr1l lack of strong purpose

    • @ss-sv4vj
      @ss-sv4vj 2 роки тому +2

      @@user-wx3vr2wr1l just work on discipline bro

  • @prakashexe
    @prakashexe Рік тому +40

    "With enough persistence, most things that seem impossible, become possible."

    • @MiMi-ce3ss
      @MiMi-ce3ss 10 місяців тому

      But not when he tries to close a public beach he cant win. Arrogance, greed = a hole loser

  • @rohitsubramanian199
    @rohitsubramanian199 3 роки тому +168

    This is the only 1 hr talk, I watch every time after I fail at something. The wisdom just 2Xs everytime.

  • @_computerra
    @_computerra 3 роки тому +244

    Vinod has the accent and the typical bluntness of a smart, successful old Indian Man. Very classy!

  • @mohdtalha8558
    @mohdtalha8558 3 роки тому +36

    Really great experience listening to him.

  • @vishnuvardhan_me1892
    @vishnuvardhan_me1892 3 роки тому +9

    Surely was a phenomenal speech.

  • @oliveredwards2793
    @oliveredwards2793 2 роки тому +40

    A lot of people consistently say they’ll make millions each new year but don’t plan how they’re gonna make it, which investment they’ll put funds in, which skill to acquire. There’s so much opportunity to earn and multiply funds.

    • @joerobert1801
      @joerobert1801 2 роки тому +2

      I’m currently trying to get into stocks and crypto trading. I have a target of hitting $300,000 annual profit this year and I believe that’s achievable.

    • @kelvinjohnson3906
      @kelvinjohnson3906 2 роки тому +2

      @@joerobert1801 Risky investments but good luck buddy.

    • @noelstout3056
      @noelstout3056 2 роки тому +4

      @@joerobert1801 It is totally achievable if you trade with the right skills, I made my first million through consistent trading in crypto, and that was achieved with the help of my trading coach Dan Raziel, who takes on my trade and ensure I benefit irrespective of how the market turns. There are some stocks in my portfolio as well that has done the numbers.

    • @seanroger6954
      @seanroger6954 2 роки тому +3

      Stocks and crypto trading are no doubt one of the simplest forms of generating passive income, I bought my first Nft few weeks ag

    • @rahultoggi4672
      @rahultoggi4672 2 роки тому +2

      @@noelstout3056 I’m aware of Dan Raziel, read about his trades.. quite impressive. Are you at all bothered about the risks?

  • @mardukhorus5936
    @mardukhorus5936 2 роки тому +9

    Every time I watch this I realize the importance of speaking the truth/honesty, entering action with boldness, having a belief system/core values/purpose of having a point of view/internal compass, perseverance and conviction. The best slogan I will always remember "Prefer brutal honesty over hypocritical politeness"

  • @tol-mol-ke-bol
    @tol-mol-ke-bol 2 роки тому +7

    failure does not matter, success does + no one remembers your failures + willingness to fail is what gives ability to succeed + most people are so afraid of failing that they don't even try !! wow !!

  • @dafliwalefromiim3454
    @dafliwalefromiim3454 2 роки тому +14

    I took an action and told someone honestly what I was thinking about, after watching this interview. I sent an email explaining my position, which I was a bit reluctant to accept before. OMG, this guys arrogance of clarity is so attractive. I wish to be as bluntly honest as this guy one day. Respect Vinod Khosla. We Indians take lot of pride when we see you as our role model.

  • @jonathanpolitzki9128
    @jonathanpolitzki9128 Рік тому +16

    My 3rd time going back to this video in my career. I love Vinod’s mentality. Our internal compass is all that matters.

  • @chiawildy563
    @chiawildy563 3 роки тому +25

    Great interviews deserve an exclusive spot next to.... everyone's bed. There is always something new to be learnt from RE-listening to this interview. This is epic. I suspect that 10% of you who will not do what is expected of you and you will likely be one of those watching this from UA-cam. Cheers.

  • @shreyaspadhye7337
    @shreyaspadhye7337 3 роки тому +32

    It gets like gold from 25:55 and it's about general risk taking and innovation, not just investing.

  • @The_MegaClan
    @The_MegaClan Рік тому +1

    Thank you Stanford for all these videos.

  • @morrirowan7384
    @morrirowan7384 3 роки тому +67

    I don't know who this guy is, but hes saying some really great, insightful, and wonderful stuff, very good interview. If more peoples philosophical frameworks were as developed, and refined as his, the world would be in much better shape.

  • @vipulsankpal967
    @vipulsankpal967 3 роки тому +13

    I really like your talk, straightforward and brutally honest.

  • @defercloud
    @defercloud 6 місяців тому +2

    i've seen this view over 10 times, it has taught me a lot about a) crisis management and b) ambition

  • @ccwragg
    @ccwragg 2 роки тому +15

    Not yacht but rather the freedom of brutal honesty, applaud

  • @filmawayvlad
    @filmawayvlad Рік тому +3

    I am honestly thankful for this hour of yours, sir! I mean it.

  • @rampa7373
    @rampa7373 2 роки тому +11

    I feel very proud that, i invested 54:44 of my time in watching this video, better than any MBA

  • @jaytrump2537
    @jaytrump2537 Рік тому +1

    Love ur thoughts it's crazy how watching all the greats really changes ur thought process thank u for Ur time

  • @yvonnemartin3158
    @yvonnemartin3158 6 місяців тому

    One of the best interviews I’ve seen. No messing about here. 🙌

  • @shantanubaviskar636
    @shantanubaviskar636 2 роки тому +3

    This video is pure Gold. Thank you Mr. Khosla for sharing your wisdom

  • @LKINTELLIGENCE
    @LKINTELLIGENCE 3 роки тому +12

    *Astounding personality* 🙏

  • @funstuffdaily1
    @funstuffdaily1 2 роки тому +13

    Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching. ❤

  • @albertoforbesalas9227
    @albertoforbesalas9227 Рік тому +1

    How amazing is the mindset of this Sir.

  • @chriswaldorf1560
    @chriswaldorf1560 2 роки тому +6

    Love that this gentleman and leader gives his honest opinions without sugarcoating.

  • @keshavbaheti7327
    @keshavbaheti7327 Рік тому +1

    Will come back again and again cause it is interesting, feels like there is something that I know I need is here. 2022--> March, Dec,30 Jan

  • @capitalreckless5516
    @capitalreckless5516 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing, best one on stanford regarding personal beliefs

  • @melaniesmith4349
    @melaniesmith4349 Рік тому +1

    I can not believe that is working perfect. Thanks a lot for sharing.

  • @neha1299
    @neha1299 3 роки тому +5

    Wow its been 5 years and his wisdom sounds great...👍🧿

  • @thedemotrader7570
    @thedemotrader7570 3 роки тому +13

    I really enjoyed that, thanks so much Vinod, I totally agree. Great talk, going to look for more of your talks. Take care

  • @rajjoshi8022
    @rajjoshi8022 3 роки тому +3

    Some real wisdom in this talk

  • @rashail
    @rashail 10 місяців тому

    Bro, this thing is pure gold. Thanks

  • @valueconsulting1814
    @valueconsulting1814 Рік тому

    This man is different he adds new vision in business l learning from him a lot in this interview all my respect from Egypt

  • @jinkim23
    @jinkim23 3 роки тому +18

    In other words: follow your heart and your beliefs and don't be afraid to fail.

  • @owenmiller989
    @owenmiller989 Рік тому +3

    He has a very Socratic approach. To quote Socrates, "the only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." Very powerful interview.

  • @saoirse9346
    @saoirse9346 3 роки тому +3

    Sooooo inspiring ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @studyobject
    @studyobject 2 роки тому +2

    His thoughts 💭 are crisp and clear

  • @Pe6ek
    @Pe6ek 2 роки тому +5

    Failure indeed does matter. It's the ladder to success.

  • @akankshasingh6471
    @akankshasingh6471 2 роки тому

    This was amazing and inspiring at the same time.

  • @shivabreathes
    @shivabreathes 3 роки тому +112

    “Being polite generally means being dishonest”

    • @jubayermufid1710
      @jubayermufid1710 3 роки тому +25

      This is just bullshit. This statement declares that honesty and politeness are mutually exclusive characteristics.

    • @penpithmind1941
      @penpithmind1941 3 роки тому +4

      Hypocritical polite

    • @True38
      @True38 3 роки тому +17

      @@jubayermufid1710 OVERpolite is the word he is looking for. If someone is overly polite and happy to see you, rest assure they're dishonest.

    • @madhusmitasharma601
      @madhusmitasharma601 2 роки тому

      Most of the times 😁

    • @delmanpronto9374
      @delmanpronto9374 2 роки тому +2

      @@True38 exactly. it was very clear he was identifying those guys who always say the nicest things.

  • @DrGonzo-fe4jx
    @DrGonzo-fe4jx 3 роки тому +12

    Is guy has an amazing attitude

  • @Kesehariandalamrumahtangga
    @Kesehariandalamrumahtangga 2 роки тому +2

    he speak based on experience so his word really reach us

  • @ajonjk_99396
    @ajonjk_99396 3 роки тому +22

    That's what I believe in and what I teach my students, disobey the rules and disregard what the teachers instruct u, if that's what u think is right

  • @gowdarashadaksharappa8585
    @gowdarashadaksharappa8585 2 роки тому

    I have fond memories of Steve Mcneal, Vinod Kosla & Eric Schmit. Great Guys.

  • @arunlekhashekhawat8324
    @arunlekhashekhawat8324 2 роки тому +5

    Amazing man.Very few people have this kind of philosophy in life.Liked the way he lives. Great.Very few people bring change in society.He is one ☝️.

  • @nickmhc
    @nickmhc 3 роки тому +25

    Imagine being the person who let Vinod Khosla sleep on their couch. Altered the course of all the lives who got utility or will get utility from all of the companies Vinod Khosla had a hand in.

  • @AGNIVEER6152
    @AGNIVEER6152 3 роки тому +4

    Good interview, great content !!

  • @DailyStockPicks
    @DailyStockPicks Рік тому +3

    It's true that investing and taking calculated risks is important in achieving financial success, but what's more important is the mindset and philosophy behind it. Khosla's emphasis on speaking the truth, having a strong belief system, and being persistent and bold in pursuing one's goals is truly inspiring. His message is universal and applicable not just in the world of finance and business, but in all aspects of life. Let's all take a page from his book and strive to live with integrity, purpose, and perseverance.

  • @rahulkothe2821
    @rahulkothe2821 Рік тому +1

    I have failed twice this year in delloI interview now I am back got some relief

  • @nandinidatta8348
    @nandinidatta8348 2 роки тому +1

    Brutal honesty needed but not hypocritical politeness .

  • @harikrishnaraghuraman3348
    @harikrishnaraghuraman3348 2 роки тому +3

    vinod khosla. one heck of a legend.

  • @amarpathak9020
    @amarpathak9020 Рік тому

    Awesome interview

  • @dy2cakc1
    @dy2cakc1 3 роки тому +3

    Fabulous interview. Well done.

  • @jaytrump2537
    @jaytrump2537 Рік тому

    Thank u Namaste

  • @Dragon-ue7dm
    @Dragon-ue7dm 2 роки тому +2

    I like the boldness

  • @benny7926
    @benny7926 2 роки тому +1

    excellent talk....this brilliant man reminds me of a Oldman version of Garry v

  • @Rhythm369
    @Rhythm369 3 роки тому

    Enlightened 🤝 Vk sir jee

  • @richfuturebydsk2562
    @richfuturebydsk2562 2 роки тому

    Thanks a lot .
    Much support from ZAR - Durban.
    Rich Future by DSK Clothing...

  • @arenuzzle6282
    @arenuzzle6282 Рік тому +1

    Your core values = your belief system which is your compass

  • @jamesrobertjackson
    @jamesrobertjackson 3 роки тому +3

    Gold.

  • @DailyCoffeeArt22
    @DailyCoffeeArt22 2 роки тому +13

    "NEVER GIVE UP. Today is hard, tomorrow
    will be worse,
    but the day after tomorrow will be
    SUNSHINE."
    -Jack Ma

    • @JK360noscope
      @JK360noscope Рік тому

      "work hard every day. China has no problems to think of and we will all overcome all challenges!"
      -re-educated Jack Ma

  • @HappyLivinHealthcare
    @HappyLivinHealthcare Рік тому

    Wow thanks for this .

  • @vasramn2468
    @vasramn2468 2 роки тому

    Gr8 show by Ninoy Jab

  • @MoeDenzel
    @MoeDenzel 3 роки тому

    So glad to watch this

  • @reshukumar1229
    @reshukumar1229 2 роки тому +2

    There should be an option of superlike on YT.

  • @nguonbonnit
    @nguonbonnit Рік тому

    Wow ! So great

  • @RoGamg
    @RoGamg Рік тому +6

    This man is a gem

  • @gordong2457
    @gordong2457 Рік тому

    That was very good

  • @zipper6399
    @zipper6399 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent

  • @iFreeThink
    @iFreeThink 3 роки тому +6

    "House, MD" is very influential.
    There are so many possible cause-and-effects, so it's like "Hey, study more, and you'll figure it out."

  • @iFreeThink
    @iFreeThink 3 роки тому +4

    Also, having time to see what we naturally do as hobbies helps avoid going out and stuff.

  • @rougemen4817
    @rougemen4817 3 роки тому +4

    I can 💯 percent say he is truley indian love to hear him and his bold thoughts 😎

  • @nandinidatta8348
    @nandinidatta8348 2 роки тому

    Nice video.

  • @sawaria123
    @sawaria123 2 роки тому +1

    Legend 🙏

  • @iwatch756
    @iwatch756 3 роки тому

    lovely

  • @audioplatform6299
    @audioplatform6299 3 роки тому

    inspiration

  • @sitti98
    @sitti98 3 роки тому

    Wisdom!

  • @nirajpandey2853
    @nirajpandey2853 3 роки тому +1

    Perseverance, belief system...

  • @iFreeThink
    @iFreeThink 3 роки тому +4

    Wow, having websites/phone_apps of real-life problems and academic questions
    would let anyone with technology stand out.

  • @shreyaspadhye7337
    @shreyaspadhye7337 3 роки тому +8

    Wow! "Most people increase the probability of success but as a result decrease the consequence of success"

    • @c0784
      @c0784 3 роки тому

      Time stamp??

    • @shreyaspadhye7337
      @shreyaspadhye7337 3 роки тому +1

      The related discussion starts from 25:55. Highly recommended to watch from there. The statement comes around 30:40

  • @yanceringeisen9794
    @yanceringeisen9794 3 роки тому +13

    25:00 career advice♥️

  • @vey134
    @vey134 3 роки тому +161

    He's so happy while telling the story of how he moved out of India 😂

    • @bragadeeshkumaran194
      @bragadeeshkumaran194 3 роки тому +2

      @Alfred Einstein Einstein ka beta yaha kya kar raha hai?

    • @cadmech4740
      @cadmech4740 2 роки тому +10

      He actually laughed one trillion times in the entire run. It doesn't mean he was demeaning all those things. USA isn't everything there are people living outside of US who lives far happier life than gun drowned country

    •  2 роки тому +15

      India is a richly corrupt country of innocently poor people where laws are completely in favor of women and children and get away with it.
      Why Sundar Pichai cannot be Sundar Pichai in ?India

    • @Marketing-oo3bi
      @Marketing-oo3bi 2 роки тому +3

      @ Satya Nadela , Ajay Banga , Indira Nooyi the list keeps on going .

    • @indianchristian1
      @indianchristian1 2 роки тому +2

      @@Marketing-oo3bi all of them you just mentioned had to leave India to get a better life. Only if you are corrupt enough you grow in India.

  • @THEGIRLSTHATGETITGETIT
    @THEGIRLSTHATGETITGETIT Рік тому +1

    Literally reminding me of my dad w the persistence thing and my mom w the duty thing. I'm going to combine this video w the one of Lily Singh photoshopping herself into her goals to see them and "manifest" them and make this my motto. #LetsGo #CreateTheWinWin #JustSaying LOVE this video. Thank you. ✌❤

  • @raj10754
    @raj10754 2 роки тому +2

    The Interviewer was very good...did not interrrupt and was very good listener!!!

  • @acharyaprabudh3153
    @acharyaprabudh3153 2 роки тому +2

    I read a wonderful novel "Murder mystery of reporter" by Jaiprakash Jha. An interesting book to read.

  • @jaytrump2537
    @jaytrump2537 Рік тому

    Amazing

  • @DocShriniwas
    @DocShriniwas 2 роки тому +1

    Statement at 30:00 appears quite blunt. I am inclined to agree with it

  • @AlexHendershot
    @AlexHendershot Рік тому

    While I strongly disagree with some of this points, it is refreshing to hear his bluntness and strong opinions.

  • @karan7843
    @karan7843 2 роки тому +1

    Classy.

  • @Justsomeguyyoutubing
    @Justsomeguyyoutubing 2 роки тому +1

    Would have appreciated more sound volume.
    Anyways, thanks for sharing.

  • @ravindertalwar553
    @ravindertalwar553 Рік тому

    LIFE IS JUST TO LOVE AND TO BE LOVED ❤️ LOVE ALONE CAN CONQUER THE WORLD 🌍

  • @top5er836
    @top5er836 3 роки тому +1

    "Whats your belief system? 90% of you will do what is expected of you as opposed to what you want to do"

  • @bharatbajoria
    @bharatbajoria 3 роки тому +69

    10 minutes in and it is already quite a roast for Eng majors

  • @jimmyramos6296
    @jimmyramos6296 3 роки тому +2

    Follow the right pattern of transformation.

  • @TheAIEpiphany
    @TheAIEpiphany 7 місяців тому +1

    So refreshing hearing people directly tell what they think. Woke culture inside of big tech and fake politeness are terrible.

  • @jerryspons5174
    @jerryspons5174 Рік тому

    I agree..

  • @iFreeThink
    @iFreeThink 3 роки тому +8

    I hated how I pushed myself to climb up the stairs in a brand-new building at Texas A&M, and I basically met someone who reminded me of an Asian, pediatric urologist.