Asking The Ethernet Billionaire If It Was Worth It

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Noah Kagan

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@LaiChingLeong-p6i 11 ай бұрын

Bob’s sense of self-awareness is exceptional! Very admirable!

@miamitten1123 11 ай бұрын

Crazy how people who literally changed the world are hardly ever known.

@alwaysright3718 11 ай бұрын

I know him and so do all the people that understand the Internet, don't praise your ignorance....

@Everysingletimeowitz 11 ай бұрын

⁠⁠@@alwaysright3718Ironic, considering you’re ignorant of how ignorant the average person is.

@alwaysright3718 11 ай бұрын

@@Everysingletimeowitz I never mentioned average, so clearly you are, but probably suffer Dunning-Kruger Syndrome...

@dixoncider6786 11 ай бұрын

@@Everysingletimeowitzouch 😂

@Davewithfairoffer 11 ай бұрын

Unknown part of the creation of the Internet! Quiet billionaire !

@michelfortier9563 8 ай бұрын

I like this guy. I'm not rich but have enough to give some away and as he, I give it while I'm still alive. It's so rewarding to see people's faces receiving money they never expected.

@amulpatel 11 ай бұрын

Metcalfe is a national treasure. Thank you for getting him on

@michael-499 11 ай бұрын

A truly honest simple conversation. I enjoy unpretentious people.

@nightrunner1456 11 ай бұрын

True! TX.

@codygilleland 11 ай бұрын

Bob was at MIT while I was there and I very much enjoyed his lectures.

@Sola_Scriptura_1.618 10 ай бұрын

Bob, FYI: You not closing IBM as a customer, was a testament to you being too good of a salesperson! You were so good, you convinced IBM that networking had a future. IBM's error, like many big business want to be the standard in the industry, not create it. They had the false belief they had the size to bully the market into adapting their tech as the saw fit. Loved the honest and thoughtful interview. God bless.

@effexon 10 ай бұрын

lol, that part of "bullying.... " the next big thing in market has been repeated dozens of times since and will be done many more times.

@alatona26 11 ай бұрын

Great interview. Nice job letting Bob do 90% of the talking. I could listen to him for hours.

@flyingchicken85 11 ай бұрын

Agreed.

@lucybrenton149 10 ай бұрын

Noah is an incredible interviewer.❤

@echtigren8188 10 ай бұрын

Bob wouldn't of had it any other way, pretty sure Bob made sure Noah didn't interrupt.

@dennisfahey2379 9 ай бұрын

Bob is a rare breed. Both highly technical and business savvy and he understands Silicon Valley and its machinations. Its hard to believe that area which has created immense wealth many times over started with just a handful of entrepreneurs who would listen and support wild ideas as they built a new industrial sector and new economy. The comedy Silicon Valley catches some of the vibe well and spoiler - many of the story lines are loosely based on reality.

@KeenFocus 8 ай бұрын

Yup

@leeorgeva 11 ай бұрын

Hi Noah. I'm not sure if you can get this to Bob, but I just wanted to say "Hi!" I was an instructor at a summer computer camp at MIT in 1999. I had a lab with all the colorful iMac G3's. Everyone else had a Windows 98 lab. His son, Max (I'm almost positive that is his name), was in my class and I taught him how to program True BASIC on it. Bob came in and we spoke for a while. He was super nice. We spoke just like in this interview :) He told me about inventing the Ethernet at the famous XEROX PARC and how he had to go around and sell it all over the world so it would become the standard. I remember our conversation to this day! Super nice guy!

@monkey3529 10 ай бұрын

so smart yet so self aware and humble, this guy is a good role model

@charlesreid9337 10 ай бұрын

not generally a fan of billionaires as most are just born rich and combine that with greed and sociopathy. This man seems truely humble and to have made it mostly through his skills..which seem mostly to be sales

@teekanne15 10 ай бұрын

I find it always interesting when I read comments that judge a person based on an interview. We can talk about an impression, but making a good impression and being a good person are two very different things. Everybody loved my mom, she did voluntary work, was very active and had an impressive Vita. Yet she was an alcoholic and beat us kids and nobody knew.

@spacecowboy2483 9 ай бұрын

These interviews are solid gold. Lacking that myself, here's my meagre contribution to keep them coming. Thank you!

@milesrost6674 9 ай бұрын

You really are the "gansta of love" ;) Cheers - Godspeed

@Brian-uy2tj 10 ай бұрын

Very interesting fellow. I have known a few people like him; highly educated, tremendously successful, fabulously wealthy but still down to Earth and easy to talk with.

@kkhdelivery6208 11 ай бұрын

Noah, I'm loving these deep money and business convos with the OGs. Your interviewing style is pure gold. Thanks! 👏

@bbking0064 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, I enjoyed the interview. I met Bob when he visited Australia circa 1989. At the time it felt like the wild west with a number of networking standards competing to become the dominant standard. An exciting time for the industry.

@meiahani2920 10 ай бұрын

I just started watching this channel and I really like how noah gives the guests time to elaborate on different topics.

@Audiostoke1 10 ай бұрын

Watch any of these types of videos and you will find a common trend, the interviewer cares about the money, the wealthy person cares about the product and making a difference.

@bobbob9627 8 ай бұрын

Because when you don’t have money you become obsessed with finding out how to get it……

@jeremiahadeoye6013 11 ай бұрын

If you want to understand the mind of an inventor/engineer, just listen to this man

@richhands5269 11 ай бұрын

My three favorite channels: Noah Kagan, Stock Brotha, & How Money Works. Make my week complete! 🔥 🔥 🔥

@sinhowww 11 ай бұрын

I went and checked 'How money works'...some great content there 😉👍🏽

@brohands-je9gg 8 ай бұрын

You son of a ..... Did you comment on ali abdaal channel. I saw. I found how money works . Thats cool channel.thanks man

@realcorkdan 11 ай бұрын

selling is everything….. what a man ❤

@sunnindawg 11 ай бұрын

15:41 so true. First I sat with sales people, then learned the best techniques to start selling on my own. Fonus on building the funnel and not the quota.

@ShapeyFiend 10 ай бұрын

What a charming fellow. It's interesting listen to someone who's an inventor but also has a sales psychology knows how to communicate his thoughts so gracefully.

@romamakes 10 ай бұрын

Great interview, love it! “I try to dock with various opportunities and then it clicks” - that's actually how his main creation works. It just docks, clicks, and then you have a immense range of possibilities.

@idaclement2994 9 ай бұрын

Well put...

@burcinbektas3196 9 ай бұрын

Great observation

@MauricedelPrado 8 ай бұрын

Great interview, Noah. Early in my career, I worked at IBM in their former Networking Hardware Division, in the early 90s. By then, 3Com was the king of Ethernet. Bob's comments about IBM asking him to talk to them about Ethernet was before my time. The alternate Bob mentions was Token Ring which was one of the dominant networking protocols in the 1980s and 1990s. Obviously, Ethernet won the war. Great to hear Bob's stories. Important lessons and commentary.

@GODsSPECTRE 9 ай бұрын

Money doesn't change people, it only exposes who they really are.

@AliasHSW 11 ай бұрын

He’s so chill and modest

@mt-qc2qh 9 ай бұрын

Way back when I implemented a bridge between our proprietary minicomputer ethernet and Novell network using the 3C501 (3Com) pc board. It was an adventure for sure with a single block buffer. Not long after getting the bridge working, Racal came out with their 16k buffered board. I enjoyed those early days, fond memories.

@dertythegrower 11 ай бұрын

Wow.... As a kid who grew up making Lan parties for games before broadband, and went to college to literally make cat5 cables... this is an epic one for me and a lot of IT subscriber guys... cheers, and respect. 🍿

@WatchClyde 11 ай бұрын

Love this interview...you can tell this guy has a wealth of knowledge. We have the respect the grandfathers of innovation...without him and others you wouldn't have the technology we use everyday today. Earned my respect!

@juliantadros2601 11 ай бұрын

The way Noah don't talk and let him talk it's perfect

@MarketingHarry 11 ай бұрын

Incredible opportunity to hear this from Bob Metcalfe,thank you Noah!Asking whether it's worth it is a question on many minds. His perspective is invaluable, shedding light on the journey and its worth. Insightful interview!

@paul_domici 11 ай бұрын

I love how Steve Jobs left that friendship window open cause he new there could be opportunities in the future!!!

@thethomaschronicals2024 11 ай бұрын

Did you hear what he really said…MIT….DARPA….and the timeline. “By 1982, I was selling cards that put your PC directly on the internet”.

@musicforest9243 10 ай бұрын

I use his technology in my personal and professional life. This invention alone made all communications in almost all the industries today relies on.

@ritasjourney 10 ай бұрын

I’ve always liked Bob Metcalfe. Very underrated man.

@rdubb77 10 ай бұрын

On the summit with the Bell Labs guys and TCP/IP inventors (Kahn/Cerf). It’s nice to see that level of intellect also be very successful in business, and that’s what sets him apart.

@Joshualbm 10 ай бұрын

It's marvelous to note how someone who claims to have a big ego is almost entirely egoless in hindsight. That's called wisdom.

@poter-uw1oj 11 ай бұрын

Success depends on the actions or steps you take to achieve it. Building wealth involves developing good habits, such as regularly setting aside money for sound investments...

@jasonbollman 11 ай бұрын

Bob is such a great guy! Use his invention every day in fact I've made a living with it. :)

@landmarkcreations1183 11 ай бұрын

What a goldmine of information😎

@jokomendoza_official 2 ай бұрын

Pitching a network product to Steve Jobs and naming it "Orchard" would have an inherent marketing flare for several reasons tied to Steve Jobs' penchant for simplicity, elegance, and powerful symbolic messaging. Symbolism and Brand Association: Steve Jobs co-founded Apple, which has a strong association with the fruit. The name "Orchard" evokes an image of growth, cultivation, and abundance-all positive connotations for a networking product. It suggests that the product is not just another tech solution, but a vital, organic system that fosters connectivity and development, much like how trees in an orchard grow and bear fruit. Thank you GPT..love ya.

@santosh0516 6 ай бұрын

Noah you are the man! You are so blessed to interview sir Bob Metcalfe! Maybe I shouldn't say blessed because you worked really smart and hard!

@Gigi19563 10 ай бұрын

What a humble man

@jasonschmidt777 11 ай бұрын

Self awareness: great wisdom

@RobertTerry- 11 ай бұрын

I learnt a lot from this video. Thanks for creating the Ethernet. I’m curious who trades the financial market?

@WestAdamm 11 ай бұрын

I trade the financial market. Which aspect of the financial market are you referring to?

@RobertTerry- 11 ай бұрын

I was contemplating between stock or crypto? How do you trade?

@WestAdamm 11 ай бұрын

I trade based on the season of the market. It gives me a direction on implementing the right strategies for long or short term. I also trade based on the volatility of the market. Although it wasn’t easy till I came across a mentor who helped to keep me in the market loop. My mentor is Bernard Paul.

@BruceCartwrightt 11 ай бұрын

I’m also conversant with Paul. I’ve learnt invaluable insights from Paul, who generously shares his knowledge and experience to help beginners navigate the complexities of the market

@RichardWest- 11 ай бұрын

I appreciate Paul’s transparency in his communication, providing clear insights that has helped me to be on the profitable side

@bernardlynch5226 11 ай бұрын

Consider financial planning, sooner not later it'll help

@christopherherbert2407 11 ай бұрын

I wholeheartedly concur. At 60 years old and newly retired, my external retirement funds total around One million two hundred fifty thousand dollars.. With no debt and minimal retirement fund allocation relative to my portfolio's value over the last three years, I recognize the importance of a financial advisor. Neglecting them isn't an option; however, thorough research is vital to find a trustworthy fiduciary advisor.

@bernardlynch5226 11 ай бұрын

Prioritizing effective personal finance management holds greater significance than the sheer amount saved, irrespective of income source. I understand you when you consulted a certified financial advisor which offered you tailored strategies to optimize financial results by reducing expenses and enhancing income, regardless of whether it's earned through employment or investments.

@rodgertim2881 11 ай бұрын

Many people underestimate the importance of advisors until their emotions lead to financial setbacks. I recall a couple of summers ago, during my protracted divorce, when I needed a significant boost to keep my business afloat. I conducted research and found a highly qualified licensed advisor. He has effectively increased my savings from $220k to $740k, even in the face of inflation.

@matteoschilcher9957 11 ай бұрын

This aligns perfectly with my desire to organize my finances prior to retirement. Could you provide me with access to your advisor?

@rodgertim2881 11 ай бұрын

Finding financial advisors like CHRIS RYAN STEWART who can assist you shape your portfolio would be a very smart option/choice. There will be difficult times ahead, and prudent personal money management will be essential to navigating them.

@christineotieno7880 11 ай бұрын

What a father he had. Wow.

@WT83 8 ай бұрын

One guy having ups and downs and retiring as a billionaire was definitely a "sacrifice" worth paying to get ethernet out in the world.

@GeauxBears33 10 ай бұрын

Noah I watch a bunch of these videos and some of them do they same concept as you but you honestly separate yourself with your questioning, respect, and genuine interest in the person rather than the views. Good job and good luck to you honestly!

@MediaCreators 7 ай бұрын

Bob, you are a very inspiring person.

@AEVMU 11 ай бұрын

Ask him about Origin Trail, where he's an active advisor and proponent.

@Candide1776 11 ай бұрын

Always enjoy hearing from those who have done it. It's great motivation for my own side gig (which will hopefully no longer be a side gig soon). ;)

@FabianBaez 11 ай бұрын

This was exceptional. Love these interviews Noah.

@lbsubstylee 11 ай бұрын

I want to know how the employees who bought stock from Bob made out...

@catejames6453 Ай бұрын

Super smart man. Totally different level than “normal”. Refreshing.

@donpantolonez 11 ай бұрын

Yes. This is the guy who was talking about he would like to learn sales earlier or something like that.

@WilliamAshleyOnline 10 ай бұрын

Isn't it ironic that one of the points that replaced each came out of the other Xerox went under due to electronic copies and person who made electronic copies able to be transfered without hardcopies ended up being surpassed by a networking company to make the technology more secure and usable at a larger scale.

@victorwarner2734 7 ай бұрын

This guy is legendary i dont think people realize his impact

@love4lust7301 10 ай бұрын

I find it cool this billionaire can sit on his hands while being interviewed. 😊

@FinancialFinesse00 10 ай бұрын

Noah that was a very interesting and informative interview with Bob Metcalfe keep those gems coming and peace and blessings to you.

@pompanomike8704 8 ай бұрын

This guy is a great communicator.

@peteherrera1502 8 ай бұрын

Money reveals a person character and is a tool that can be used for good, bad or evil. Money is also a tool that gives a person options that they would not have if they did not have it. Having money is not bad. lusting after it and what it takes to obtain it no matter what is bad.

@atypocrat1779 10 ай бұрын

this guy deserves a headlock for all the ethernet cables i’ve had to deal with that had a broken locking tab.

@paulmichaelfreedman8334 10 ай бұрын

yeah that is its achilles heel, but it was cheap. And now you can get them with a sock over the tab to prevent them breaking off when you pull a cable out of a ratsnest.

@cryptodude_btc 9 ай бұрын

I feel your pain

@henrygagejr.-founderbuildg9199 9 ай бұрын

That’s cause you bought Rev Z. The early versions were made of better materials. Change your budget change your life by local, if possible

@DuncanRawlinson 11 ай бұрын

Did it take everything you had to NOT ask this legend to talk about Metcalfe's law? Great interview. Thanks!

@tofuguru941 9 ай бұрын

What an awesome and down to earth billionaire. Kudos to him being so grounded and humble for being where he is now.

@tharumaravi 11 ай бұрын

You met Metcalfe's law in person 😃

@stratfanstl 10 ай бұрын

Would be an interesting round-table discussion to hear a gathering of ex-Xerox PARC employees discuss the culture of Xerox in the 1970s-1980s. It's possible that there was a cadre of execs there that "thought different" and understood the concepts emerging from their teams were SO world-altering the ideas had to be surrendered to the larger engineering community cuz they affected technologies so far away from Xerox's "core." However, it certainly looks from afar (50+ years) like the execs were completely left in the dust by the foresight of the engineers in their employ. Thankfully the real talent had the confidence to leave and take the ideas to more fertile ground.

@michaelsantiagoart 11 ай бұрын

This is gold!! Thank you Noah.

@Dowlphin 10 ай бұрын

I'm only gonna comment on the thumbnail: *Money doesn't corrupt the character. It amplifies it.* Corruption is insatiable, thus naturally seeks ever-more material wealth in a futile attempt to fill an emotional-spiritual void. Give an intelligent and virtuous person a lot of money with no strings attached and they can do a tremendous amount of good, because then they simply amplify the influence of their character through interaction points with the status quo. As is their nature, they would spend that money very thoughtfully and with great insight and big-picture perception, and they would not waste time on turning that money into more money, since that would already defy their virtuous character. And no strings attached would mean that the source of the money shall not give it and then have an intensified desire to compensate and regain it, since that could lead to a neutral if not negative karmic balance sheet.

@drone-ph 11 ай бұрын

Another Amazing True to life story🎉 and a rare interview with the Tech Inventor / CEO 🙌

@KT-en8pq 10 ай бұрын

Money doesn't corrupt people, the love/greed for money does.

@neiljamessloan 10 ай бұрын

The comment about marketing v sales is an interesting one. The speaker talks about perceptions coming in (ie what the market / client base thinks of you/product), verses sales (meaning what you/product deliver). He has a nice way of putting it and an important distinction to make.

@billgoldenmusic 11 ай бұрын

This is why I listen to billionaires. I just can't engage with the normal "cooler talk". I have no interest in the latest celebrities and small talk.

@Al-eo2li 11 ай бұрын

When you have chaos dancing around your day job, entertainment will make sense to you.

@idm1738 11 ай бұрын

👏👏👏👏

@JimRondeau97 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely right! I love hearing how humble beginnings still are there with them forever

@4wheelwarrior 11 ай бұрын

*fist pound*. Same here. I enjoy sitting in my car at lunch studying material just like this!! My day job is something to be appreciated ... but escaped ASAP.

@propertyservices1 11 ай бұрын

U sound like an INTP Like me. Meyers Briggs test

@eyeshezzy 11 ай бұрын

You forgot to ask what he think about AI and how it will influence networking

@arigutman 11 ай бұрын

Great video, very insightful and moreover it just shows that anyone can become something should they pursue an idea...

@emjaycpe 6 ай бұрын

Seems like a good dude. Happy to hear from him.

@UnderThePinesPodcast 10 ай бұрын

@14:28 the problem probably wasnt in the money. The money usually only works as a catalyst. Whatever one carries around, positive or negative, it just shows up reinforced and floats to the top more easily

@iamaquastonethrone77 2 ай бұрын

This a high level brother…. Very connected and tapped in….

@bpuryea 10 ай бұрын

Money doesn't corrupt people. Money exposes the corruption that was always there.

@indie_bud 11 ай бұрын

I was just connecting ethernet cables the other date and it's so hard to put them in UTP slots cause cable color scheme could be better organized for easier connection. It's been 50 years, I'm just saying, upgrade that shit bro.

@schwinnminibike 9 ай бұрын

I've often wondered just exactly how disconnected these people are from the working public. Good video !