
Steve Case
America Online, Cofounder
EPISODE 243
Success takes time
When you’re building something new, it’s easy to get discouraged by how long it takes to gain traction. But if anyone knows how to stay in the game, it’s Steve Case.
In this episode, the AOL cofounder and Revolution CEO opens up about the grit, patience, and strategy it took to pioneer the internet—and why most success stories take a lot longer than people think. You’ll hear how he built AOL through years of slow progress, what he looks for in entrepreneurs today, and how that iconic line, “You’ve Got Mail,” came to be.
If you’re feeling stuck or off track, this episode will help you refocus and recharge!
You’ll also learn:
- Three qualities of successful entrepreneurs
- The #1 mindset you need if your business is in growth mode
- A powerful leadership lesson from the disappointing AOL-Time Warner merger
- Why a one-size-fits-all leadership style might let you down
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