How This Billionaire Founder Finds +$20B Business Ideas (#495)

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Episode 495: Shaan Puri ( ShaanVP) and Sam Parr ( theSamParr) talk with Kevin Ryan, Founder and CEO of AlleyCorp, an incubator and venture capital fund behind Business Insider, MongoDB, GILT and Zola among others. Kevin shares how he runs his +$20B venture studio AlleyCorp, why Buzzfeed ultimately failed, how he launches 8 companies a year and much more.
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Show Notes:
(0:00) Intro
(3:15) Selling DoubleClick to Google for ~$3B
(5:20) Starting Business Insider, MongoDB and Gilt
(11:00) What led Kevin to start Business Insider
(15:00) Why Kevin hired Henry Blodget to run Business Insider
(16:45) What did Buzzfeed get wrong?
(18:45) Why has AlleyCorp been such a success compared to other venture studios?
(29:20) What businesses Kevin’s excited about right now
(39:00) Thoughts on buy vs. build vs. bootstrap
(41:00) What business has been the easiest and most profitable?
(42:50) Thoughts on AI
(44:50) Launching 8 companies a year
(47:40) Why Kevin isn’t on social media
(50:20) Starting companies in the recruiting space
(54:20) The benefit of being emotionally stable
(56:20) Kevin’s investment portfolio
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Links:
• Kevin’s Linkedin - www.linkedin.com/in/kevinryan3/
• AlleyCorp - alleycorp.com/
• Business Insider - www.businessinsider.com/
• Henry Blodget - hblodget
• MongoDB - www.mongodb.com/
• Gilt - www.gilt.com/
• The Ladders - www.theladders.com/
• RippleMatch - ripplematch.com/
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[@Driver61]

I've watched almost all the pods, and this was probably my favourite.

[@ZelenoJabko]

you write this on every podcast. I can see it.

[@whatevergoes4340]

@@ZelenoJabko 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@15nate]

The amount in which I vibe with this guy is amazing! He’s doing it right 🙏🏻🔥

[@grahamkennedy7221]

0:46 This backs up my statement from last week. Sam has that tenacious, telemarketer energy.

[@diegomdelosreyes]

I’ve dropped off from listening to so many podcasts but I keep back to you guys cause of the quality and consistency of these episodes. Keep it going! 🚀

[@vybo]

Great episode. MFM has quickly become my favourite podcast by far. Love these unknown guests.

[@bangerpickleball]

Great job taking the lead on this one Sam, I love these unknown superstars.

[@Stealthy_Sloth]

Guys a billionaire and he's use $29 apple headphones because they aren't wireless and work the best.

[@tahirashafmithapuri2686]

I use the same because they don’t need to be changed. I am not a billionaire though

[@ChrisSwafford1]

THE BEST pod to date. Thank you Sam, Shaan and Kevin.

[@divakard]

One of the most valuable things I’ve listened to all year. Kudos to you guys.

[@gutts]

I appreciate you guys so much! The things I get exposed to through this podcast are life changing. At the end of some of these I get a similar feeling to the aftermath of an awesome UFC card. Great work guys! Super inspiring!

[@elhannesia]

Kevin is my hero! Thanks guys for bringing us this episode with him!

[@Bestof257Official]

Kevin Ryan is amazing. This pod will be a returning one

[@MIDE..]

This was an amazing chat. Very insightful. The way Kevin simplifies complicated topics is very impressive. Short and concise answers addressing every part of the question. Thanks guys for this.

[@SuperiorPresa-mv6xr]

A bro check my dogs out @SuperiorPresa

[@BitcoinOnlyCentral]

Quality on this is crazy. Gonna listen to this one a couple of times. Can’t believe it’s free

[@mybocks3]

Phenomenal interview! As great as the guest was, i have to say you guys asked *excellent* questions and did a great job of getting out of the way and letting him answer. Also, amazing job of keeping it light while not letting the laughs overshadow the business part. *1 new subscriber*

[@Pabz09]

Kevin has a fascinating story, mindset, and investment methodology - true business-lore right here!👏🏾

[@stefan-t--]

this is the best interview on the pod ever, absolutely incredible

[@AndrewTJohn]

Wow…this one takes the top spot for best pod! All value, no waste 🔥

[@ivammagalhaes7155]

What a great start of the pod, HELLYEAH!! 👏🎉💯

[@abellara9169]

WOW... Kevin Ryan dropping lots of golden nuggets 💪 Thanks for putting this video out guys 👍

[@leoifediba3355]

This is probably one of my best mfm episodes, if not the best! Gotta listen to this episode over again, too many gems dropped by the guest. 💎💎💎💎💎 Great job guys!!

[@mrbinspire]

gold mine 💎

[@winnersclips]

Chairman over CEO ✅✅✅ "I don't want their job because I can run multiple companies as a Chairman". A man needs to open his mouth once to reveal how big he really is. Kudos, Mr Kevin Ryan!

[@TheBusinessHandyMan]

Every episode is a banger

[@sterlingseah]

Really enjoyed this interview

[@trading-university.]

Excellent interview, this guy is very cool and super motivating

[@harrison69]

Excellent guest guys!

[@MattByron]

10 year trends... very interesting strategy! Great pod!

[@David-ks6bw]

I listen to every episode you put out. This guy is next level tho!

[@jrgberlanga]

One of the best ones! Great talk from Kevin

[@dan7373]

Excellent guest guys. Maybe the best: experienced, recurrent success, perspective, articulate and measured.

[@commerceless]

I learned so much from this interview

[@kylewrage]

bro this guy is on another level. its amazing

[@BeardyCurls]

this was a banger of a poddy!

[@NicholasPalance]

I studied these guys, as well. The Kevin & Dwight partnership is truly epic.

[@mrbinspire]

dope. any book, article, or video recommendations?

[@CoverLetterPro]

Excellent episode. Kevin was really open.

[@TDOTSE1]

2:10 that intro was hilarious "welcome to my world"😂

[@israelnkusi4578]

One of my favourite pods tbh, if I were to model my strategic business plan it’s him

[@mrbinspire]

This is gold! Thank y'all 🔥💸

[@Sir.Black.]

This content is amazing! I can't believe it's for free!

[@abhis9353]

wow you guys are raising the pod to the next level!

[@nyustdent]

Loved this website

[@jzk2020]

Cool interview. Look at where things are going to be in 10 years time, be the chairman and put together great teams, solve problems.

[@cesardeoliveira8262]

Brilliant guest, great interview! One of your best, together with Anand Sanwal's.

[@MexicanChinchilla4]

Show Notes: (0:00) Intro (3:15) Selling DoubleClick to Google for ~$3B (5:20) Starting Business Insider, MongoDB and Gilt (11:00) What led Kevin to start Business Insider (15:00) Why Kevin hired Henry Blodget to run Business Insider (16:45) What did Buzzfeed get wrong? (18:45) Why has AlleyCorp been such a success compared to other venture studios? (29:20) What businesses Kevin’s excited about right now (39:00) Thoughts on buy vs. build vs. bootstrap (41:00) What business has been the easiest and most profitable? (42:50) Thoughts on AI (44:50) Launching 8 companies a year (47:40) Why Kevin isn’t on social media (50:20) Starting companies in the recruiting space (54:20) The benefit of being emotionally stable (56:20) Kevin’s investment portfolio

[@darrin.jahnel]

This talk was so enlightening.

[@Finnious]

Amazing guest… beautifully done

[@eliasdotco]

Excited to watch this Video

[@britainjacobson]

This was a sick episode!

[@user-ql4nc9mz3p]

Amazing episode 👌🏾👌🏾

[@robertvictor1391]

The Value I got from the podcast is insane, thank you.

[@podcastsyoutube5524]

Great episode.

[@equestrianinternational1209]

Great pod. As an entrepreneur, it's so great to listen to others, their mindset and strategy.

[@mrbinspire]

totally 💯

[@nolapropertybuyer9732]

Great guest. This guy is really impressive.

[@bostonbyerly3917]

Love the title

[@briskettaco]

Epic title. 😂

[@mefisto05s.20]

For those who don't know, the original title was just 'video' by mistake I think

[@LevelofClarity]

Great interview. Super interesting that Kevin doesn't hold any public equities outside of Mongo DB.

[@dotpenji]

Your ability to focus while launching multiple companies each year is truly impressive. What keeps you motivated and excited about entrepreneurship?

[@ShekinahSol-kv3fp]

The conversation between Kevin Ryan and Sam Altman is engaging and informative. They discuss a wide range of topics, including the importance of hiring fast, the value of investing in growth, and the importance of having a clear vision for your company.

[@CyrineZee]

This is quite amazing! I enjoy this video.

[@markanthonymanayan2136]

Insightful interview, and it's fascinating to learn how successful entrepreneurs like this billionaire founder think and find those billion-dollar business ideas. Thanks for having this kind of content, really appreciates it.

[@motivatedbeastph]

This chat has been truly exceptional, offering profound insights. Kevin's ability to simplify complex subjects is genuinely impressive. Thank you both for this valuable interaction.

[@itsme_jervy1404]

the thrill of innovation, the opportunity to solve problems, and the chance to create something new and valuable. As for choosing from unique website options, it can indeed be challenging, but remember that your decision should align with your specific goals and audience, so take your time to evaluate which one resonates best with your content and objectives - it's all about finding the right fit for your vision!

[@izakreeves9324]

the greatest episode ever

[@simplyInvent]

this was awesome

[@3ec220]

I think something magical accidentally happen with the title being “video”. Look at the engagement right away😅😅

[@integrity411]

I am always listening to your podcast; You guys are so great, and I feel like I too always have ideas that come to my head naturally. I don't do research on ideas, they just come to me organically. I haven't acted on most of them, but I was wondering if there are people who pay for ideas or if there was a way to turn it into a business? I feel like this is a talent I have overlooked my entire life. I have so many ideas I have written over the years and never acted on them and boom, I find out someone did and they are successful... Are there people out there in need of someone like me? LOL

[@alatona26]

The only problem with this episode is that it wasn’t 3x longer. Great pod!

[@haveyoureddittoday]

Love this

[@alfredmanzano680]

This guy is awesome. All that achievement and still unknown, epic

[@PokChopTV]

Lol questions were flying over my mans head like baseballs at a batting cage 😂

[@Samuel-oe8el]

amazing guest

[@ashwinsingh09]

First, love that there is no video title

[@umirin89]

Would love to see a follow-up in the next couple of months lads! 🔥🚀

[@ThePanda-MARS]

Sam's response to how many companies he launches per year 😂 🤣 😆

[@rosst3277]

That was aswome!!

[@Mikita1971]

Double Click was way ahead of its time.

[@lorenzo.danese]

This guy is a legend!

[@asdfmichaelmasters]

Awesome podcast! Sam….what predictions did he make when you met with him initially?

[@itscesargil]

7:15 , that resonates with me very well

[@parttimelarry]

This guy is next level

[@Enjoyablewalks]

Awesome content

[@AlicinChristensen]

What an intro! 🎉

[@mylesjwilson]

No video title?

[@mxtthompson]

Great business mind … love the insights

[@ankurama42]

Cool title for a Podcast(here before they change it)

[@abhayrohom]

Wow, he shared some very 'High Level' insights.

[@manzilkale2413]

why is the title Video?

[@Clyde.artwork]

Can we get his "40 books" a year reading list???

[@Myhands14]

We want a Kevin follow up to co-lead the next business ideation episode

[@winnersclips]

The perfect definition of a generalist.

[@fdf_fx]

I was looking for a Video and found this

[@KafkasKumpel]

300 Mio UV per FREAKING day with FREAKING 0 ad spend is insane.

[@ArnoldPranks]

His doppelganger is sitting in the back.

[@stealthoverflow]

Best title

[@Bayerberg]

Yes, this is a video.

[@kaizenTechVideos]

Nice shirt, Sam !!

[@drainodrew]

This comment section is so wholesome 🥲

[@JCV507]

3 days in a row. Jackpot

[@rbjk]

I like this video.

[@abrahampmurray]

Best episode yet - my kids and I listen on the way to their high school; I'm a techie turned VC and - super biased - work with Kevin Ryan :D. Amazing episode, so glad Kevin came on the pod!

[@ThisIsNotWhatItLooksLik]

This episode is supposed to bring a lot of detailed value, podcasted pecked it as their favorite episode.

[@MicahBratt]

Robotic massagers are going to be 🔥

[@thiernomamoudoubalde3754]

besides the bank where can i double my money, I believe the bank is ripping me off

[@aaravsamardh7089]

Yeah I have to pull my cash from bank of America yesterday to my real estate till I find a better option

[@carendemoya5429]

I'm making three thousand dollar every week from stock investment, I still complain to my FA is not big enough, hope I'm not been greedy at this point

[@TochStyle]

Interesting

[@seabass_1]

I feel like this guy is secretly 200 years old and halfway through a reverse aging routine until hes 25 again

[@JohnMcAlpine]

9:04 would you explain this further. You raise $2M. Are you saying it makes sense to raise when in the next 18mths the company is worth more than $2M or $20M in your example?