Guy Kawasaki

Silicon Valley, United States

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Articles

The Art of the Pivot

3 weeks ago | guykawasaki.substack.com | Guy Kawasaki

Let’s face it—sticking to your guns is overrated if the market, your customers, or even your gut is telling you otherwise. The art of the pivot isn’t about giving up, it’s about adapting to reality and finding a better path forward. As Steve Blank once said, “A pivot is a substantive change in any part of your business model when your fantasy doesn’t match the facts”.
Jennifer Weiss-Wolf: How Periods, Menopause, and Politics are Reshaping Democracy

3 weeks ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Welcome to Remarkable People. We’re on a mission to make you remarkable. Helping me in this episode is Jennifer Weiss-Wolf. Jennifer is no ordinary legal expert; she’s the revolutionary force behind the “menstrual equity” movement and the Executive Director of the Burnbaum Women’s Leadership Center at NYU Law School. Her groundbreaking book Periods Gone Public transformed how we discuss menstruation in policy circles, turning a taboo topic into legitimate legislation across the country.
How to Be Remarkably Kind

1 month ago | guykawasaki.substack.com | Guy Kawasaki

Being remarkable doesn’t mean being ruthless. In fact, the most remarkable people—Jane Goodall, Bob Cialdini, Kristi Yamaguchi—are also the kindest. They’ve proven that you can make a difference, achieve greatness, and still treat people with respect. Here’s how to stand out without stepping on others:Remarkable people understand others’ perspectives. Whether you’re negotiating a deal or mentoring a team, empathy builds trust and fosters collaboration.
Greg Walton: The Extraordinary Power of Ordinary Psychological Shifts

1 month ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Guy Kawasaki:It's Guy Kawasaki. This is the Remarkable People Podcast and we're on a quest to make you remarkable. Today, we have the remarkable Greg Walton. He's a professor of psychology at Stanford University. He's renowned for his pioneering work about wise interventions. These are brief, evidence-based strategies that's designed to address psychological barriers and promote positive outcomes in education and really in life.
Jeff Wetzler: The ASK Approach to Better Questions

1 month ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Welcome to Remarkable People. We’re on a mission to make you remarkable. Helping me in this episode is Jeff Wetzler. Jeff is no ordinary educational consultant; he is a transformative force in how organizations learn, grow, and evolve through the power of strategic questioning.
Deepak Chopra: Becoming Your Own Guru in the Digital Age

1 month ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Welcome to Remarkable People. We’re on a mission to make you remarkable. Helping me in this episode is Deepak Chopra. Deepak is no ordinary wellness expert; he stands as a transformative figure in integrative medicine and personal growth worldwide. As founder of the Chopra Foundation and author of 96 books, his wisdom has touched millions through writing, speaking, and now, surprisingly, through artificial intelligence.
How to Build a Company Without Losing Your Soul

1 month ago | guykawasaki.substack.com | Guy Kawasaki

Building a successful startup without losing your soul is like surfing a massive wave—you need balance, focus, and a deep respect for the forces at play. Too many founders burn out or compromise their values chasing unicorn status. But let me tell you, success isn’t just about the valuation; it’s about creating something meaningful while staying true to yourself. Here’s how to do it. Killing pain is a worthy goal.
Ed Zitron: Silicon Valley's Empty Promises and Billion-Dollar Blunders

1 month ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Welcome to Remarkable People. We’re on a mission to make you remarkable. Helping me in this episode is Ed Zitron. Zitron is no ordinary PR professional; he’s a fearless critic whose takes on tech industry excesses have earned him a devoted following (check out his podcast, “Better Offline” for his unfiltered insights). His newsletter “Where’s Your Ed At” has exploded from 300 subscribers to over 60,000, showcasing his talent for calling out the “ROT economy” where growth trumps actual innovation.
Rita McGrath: Inflection Points and the Future of Strategic Advantage

1 month ago | guykawasaki.com | Guy Kawasaki

Guy Kawasaki:I'm Guy Kawasaki. The remarkable person who is my guest today is Rita McGrath and she is one of the foremost thinkers in strategy and innovation. She's a professor at Columbia Business School and we have a mutual admiration for Clayton Christensen, The Innovator's Dilemma. So she's going to talk about strategy and inflection points and innovation and stupidity and all kinds of stuff like that. So welcome to the show, Rita. Rita McGrath:Such a pleasure to be here.
Why You Should Suck at Something New Every Year

2 months ago | guykawasaki.substack.com | Guy Kawasaki

In a world that’s constantly changing, the ability to learn and adapt is your greatest asset. Trying something new every year keeps you flexible, creative, and ready to tackle whatever life throws your way. Plus, it’s a hell of a lot of fun. When was the last time you tried something new? I mean really new—something that made you feel like a total amateur? For me, it was surfing.