From late fees to $400 billion: The power of a 'dare to dream' idea

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Who can forget the pain of Blockbuster's late fees?
In this motivational episode, we explore the incredible journey of Netflix, which began as a simple snail mail DVD service focused on solving a single customer problem, and today boasts a market capitalisation of over $400 billion with 300 million subscribers.
Using this media behemoth's humble beginnings as a 'dare to dream' parable, we discuss the quiet power of small ideas. Whether it's Apple starting in a garage or kids running a lemonade stand, the episode reminds us to support and encourage those small beginnings - you might be fueling the next generation of global leadership.
(PS For a great read on the history, check out co-founder Marc Randolph's book, That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and the Amazing Life of an Idea)
9 Dec 2025 11PM English South Africa Society & Culture · Society & Culture

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