Creating wealth through your business is not just something that should be normalized but also celebrated. For this episode of, I’m a Millionaire So Now What, we do just that. I tell the story of Tobias Lutke, co-founder of Shopify and tech tycoon, who takes a $1 salary and is met with backlash and disdain rather than celebrating the achievements of the e-commerce platform. What began as a simple online store grew into one of the most notable names in the online space, elevating Canada’s spot in the tech world.
They had humble beginnings. I remember picking up a business card years ago at an Ottawa tradeshow. I've kept that card all this time and I’m thinking of making it into an NFT!
“I believe that accumulating wealth to be self-reliant, to have financial freedom, is good. I believe that growing wealth through your business is just and worthy.”
Here are timestamps to some of the topics we discussed:
[01:10] Financial post article; Tech Tycoon who takes $1 in Salary
[05:24] Cheery Pier tradeshow
[09:01] Building a more self-reliant Canada
[10:08] Celebrating achievements of a self-made nation
[13:45] Building wealth with a solid base of professionals
[15:58] Reaching out
You can email me at: Collen.Campbell@RBC.com
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EP294 Embracing Vulnerability in Leadership - A Path to Authentic Strength
EP293 The Power of Vulnerability in Business
EP292 From Lens to Legacy - Crafting a Brand Beyond the Individual
EP291 Crafting Culinary Excellence
EP290 Brewing a Non-Alcoholic Business Revolution
EP289 Building a business that changes the women’s sportswear story
EP288 How to Craft an Epic, Legacy-Defining Business Exit
EP287 Building a Brand That Supports your Cash Rich Exit
EP286 The Art of Accounting for Small Businesses
EP 285 A treasure trove of business brilliance from twelve titans
EP284 Capitalizing on growth for a cash rich exit
EP 283 Maximizing Business Valuation
EP282 The Roadmap to a Successful M&A Journey
EP281 Exiting Your Supply Chain Business (A Niche Perspective)
EP280 Smart Strategies to Maximize Your Business Sale
EP279 Cashing Out: An Expert's Guide to Selling Your Business
EP278 Introducing 'The Cash Rich Exit Podcast', your guide to intentional business exits
EP 277 Secrets of the Self-Made: investing lessons from classic books (and the final chapter)
EP276 ‘Trillions’ made simple: demystifying Index Funds and ETFs
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