68: Chris Savage: Why Wistia Chose Culture Over Quick Profits
In this episode, we're joined by Chris Savage, the innovative founder and CEO of Wistia.
From his early days studying film to building a multimillion-dollar company, Chris shares his journey with a mix of humility and wisdom. We delve into the challenges he faced starting Wistia and how setting realistic goals played a crucial role in the company's growth.
Chris emphasises the significance of a strong, positive company culture and believes in making work fun. He talks about the pivotal role of core values in decision-making, Wistia's unique approach to remote work, and the art of hiring the right people.
Key Talking Points:
- Chris Savage's journey and Wistia's early challenges
- The role of goal setting in business growth
- Building a positive company culture
- Integrating fun into the work environment
- Core values in decision-making
- Wistia's approach to remote work and hiring
- The story behind the HBO deal decision
- Wistia's current success and future plans
Tune in for an insightful conversation full of practical advice and inspiring stories. A must-listen episode for growth-focused business leaders!
Resources:
Connect with Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjsavage/
Learn more about Wistia: https://wistia.com/
Listen to Chris’ Podcast ‘Talking to Loud’: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-too-loud-with-chris-savage/id1525785118
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https://truthliesandwork.com/truth-lies-work-podcast/wellbeing-and-pirkx-with-stella-smith_1894/
Maneesh K Goyal: How 9/11 Inspired a New American Dream
Michael Girdley: How a $100m+ Founder is Revolutionising Tomorrow’s Workplace
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