Shark-Infested Waters: How Kevin O'Leary Built a Brand on Brutal Honesty
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What does it take to be a founder?
From a Toronto basement startup to a multibillion-dollar exit, Kevin O’Leary built his career by betting on himself and doing the hard things most people avoid. Now, after investing in hundreds of companies on Shark Tank, he shares what founders need to know about building, surviving, and what it really takes to win.
This is The Founder Mindset, with Reza Satchu.
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