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0:00 Intro
02:16 The Influence of Daniel Ek's Upbringing: A Single Mother's Determination
10:55 Paths to Success: University vs. Startup Experience
23:33 Daniel Ek's Wake-Up Call After Retiring At 22
25:45 Finding Passion in Work
27:10 The Unlikely Start: Daniel Ek's Vision for Spotify
36:27 Balancing Love and Alone Time in Entrepreneurship
45:28 Innovative Problem-Solving: Daniel Ek's Approach to Challenges
46:28 Pursuing Opportunities When They Present themselves
50:23 Surviving Apple Music's Challenge: Spotify's Focus on User Experience
52:30 The Strength of Co-founders: Supporting Each Other in Tough Times
56:12 Networking for Business Success: Building Relationships with Assistants
59:38 Financial Risk in Entrepreneurship: Daniel Ek's $10 Million Investment
01:08:27 Personal Growth Journey: How Daniel Ek Has Evolved
01:13:05 The Role of Culture in a Successful Business
01:17:30 From Sports to Business: Daniel Ek on Fostering Collaborative Culture
01:20:10 Embrace Your Superpower: Daniel Ek's Advice for Entrepreneurs
01:23:55 Spotify's Culture of Success: Learning and Adapting from Creators
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