logo
episode-header-image
May 2024
18m 46s

050. How to Persist When Everything Says...

Ryan Kavanaugh
About this episode

In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Randal Kaplan, an accomplished entrepreneur and venture capitalist. Our discussion delves into the themes of failure, persistence, and the ultimate achievement of success. Randall shares his experiences as a co-founder of Akamai Technologies, providing insights into the challenges and triumphs faced along the way.

🌱 Understanding Failure as a Foundation for Success: The biggest failures set the stage for their most significant achievements, reinforcing the idea that setbacks are not endpoints but part of the journey to success.

💪 Persistence is Crucial: Staying the course, even when the odds are stacked against us, can lead to breakthroughs.

📚 Learning from Each Experience: Failure is a great teacher. Randall outlines specific lessons he learned from each failure and how these lessons informed his current business strategies and decision-making processes.

🔄 The Art of the Pivot: Learn about the importance of flexibility in entrepreneurship. Be open to change and ready to pivot 


Follow ⁠⁠Failure⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Ryan⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Chris ⁠⁠on Instagram  Then tag them on Instagram with your favorite clip from today's show and they will repost their favorites every week!


Follow Randall on ⁠⁠Instagram

Up next
May 2024
052. Mastering the Art of Persistence w/ Randall Kaplan
In this episode, we dive deep into the principles of persistence, preparation, and the power of personal connection with Randall Kaplan who has mastered the art of turning obstacles into stepping stones. Discover the strategies that can help you stand out, foster meaningful relat ... Show More
19m 44s
May 2024
051. Blueprints for Success: Mastering Time, Partnerships & Persistence w/ Randall Kaplan
Today, we dive deep into the life of a seasoned entrepreneur Randall Kaplan, who has traversed multiple industries from studio executive to a dealmaker, sharing invaluable advice on time management, strategic planning, and personal growth. 📘 Time Management: Emphasizes the life- ... Show More
23m 52s
May 2024
049. Finding Your Way Through Success & Setbacks
Join us as we delve into the life of a tech mogul whose journey through the industry's highest highs and lowest lows offers invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs and investors alike. Listen in as Randall Kaplan shares his firsthand experiences of success and the personal growth Th ... Show More
16m 51s
Recommended Episodes
Jun 2024
Winning Through Failure with Brendon Burchard
Navigate FAILURE and cultivate GREATNESS with the #1 and #2 Mindset and peak performance coaches IN THE WORLD! With the incredible Brendon Burchard by my side, we're tackling a theme that resonates deeply in both our lives and the journeys of countless others: the art of turning ... Show More
30m 59s
Dec 2024
How To Overcome Any Set Back w/The Come Back Coach To The Stars Tim Storey
Tim Storey, a renowned author, speaker, and life coach, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Compton to becoming a successful global speaker and entrepreneur. Tim emphasizes the importance of mindset, originality, and persistence in achieving success. He discusses how ... Show More
25m 37s
Feb 2025
620: Steve Magness - Defining Success on Your Terms, Setting Process Goals, Speaking Up in the Face of Fear, Winning The Inside Game, & Living a Meaningful Life
<p>Go to <a href= "https://www.LearningLeader.com">www.LearningLeader.com</a> for full show notes.</p> <p>The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk</p> <p>This is brought to you by <a href= "http://www.insightglobal.com/learningleader" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Insight Global ... Show More
1h 4m
Aug 22
Defining Your Own Success in a World Full of Self-Appointed Experts - w/ Mike Winnet (Worlds #1 Demotivational Coach)
What if success isn’t about working harder or even more achievement, but about how we feel day to day? In this episode, Mike Winnet invites us to reconsider the very stories we tell about ambition and achievement. The culture around entrepreneurship often creates illusions; mirag ... Show More
41m 42s
Oct 2024
Maximizing Potential and Having a Clear Vision for Success with Jim Harshaw, Jr.
<p>In this episode, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi interviews Jim Harshaw, Jr. Jim helps men maximize their potential in all areas of life. He shares his personal journey of hitting rock bottom and rediscovering success through the lens of athletics. He introduces a framework consisting of ... Show More
42m 20s
Mar 2025
All You Need is 1 YES (How To Push Through Rejection)
What’s a recent rejection you faced? What keeps you going after rejection? Today, Jay takes us inside the iHeart Studio at the Doha Web Summit for a candid, unfiltered conversation with his best friend of nearly two decades, Nanda. Nanda joins Jay for an impromptu discussion that ... Show More
46m 44s
Oct 21
345. How to fall in love with failure
We think of failure as a terrible thing or something to be avoided. But when you learn to fall in love with failure, a whole new level of growth occurs that will have you seeing progress faster than ever. In our 20s, the so called failure-decade, we talk about how you can learn t ... Show More
38m 38s
Aug 27
Failure Throwback: Jameela Jamil
Jameela Jamil is an actor, activist, and founder of the I Weigh movement. From teaching English to starring in The Good Place, Jameela shares the highs, lows, and radical honesty that define her journey. This episode first went out in February 2021. We talk about: Her struggle to ... Show More
58m 34s