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477: Why Consistency Beats Recessions with Evan Goldberg of Oracle NetSuite

The Foundr Podcast with Nathan Chan

English - September 15, 2023 16:00 - 52 minutes - ★★★★★ - 557 ratings
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Evan Goldberg is the founder of the very first cloud software company, NetSuite. After his first failed attempt at a tech startup, he invested $2,000 into building a cloud accounting software that eventually transformed into the world's leading cloud-based business management software. Evan says his success in businesses through uncertain economic times and 25 years of tech evolution comes down to consistency. 

Listen to Nathan and Evan discuss:

1998: The craziest year of his life

His relationship with Oracle founder Larry Ellison

The importance of consistency of vision

Why mergers are like marrying a cousin

Hiring people that you want to have lunch with 

The tension of watching your competition 

Entering a niche vs. a major market 

The AI hype cycle 

Getting through uncertain economic seasons

And much more founder advice…

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Evan Goldberg is the founder of the very first cloud software company, NetSuite. After his first failed attempt at a tech startup, he invested $2,000 into building a cloud accounting software that eventually transformed into the world's leading cloud-based business management software. Evan says his success in businesses through uncertain economic times and 25 years of tech evolution comes down to consistency. 


Listen to Nathan and Evan discuss:


1998: The craziest year of his life
His relationship with Oracle founder Larry Ellison
The importance of consistency of vision
Why mergers are like marrying a cousin
Hiring people that you want to have lunch with 
The tension of watching your competition 
Entering a niche vs. a major market 
The AI hype cycle 
Getting through uncertain economic seasons
And much more founder advice…



Who do you want to see next on the podcast? Comment and let us know! And don't forget to leave us a 5-star review if you loved this episode.


Wait, there's more… If you enjoy the Foundr podcast, check out our free trainings. Get exclusive, actionable advice from some of the world's best entrepreneurs. 


Speak with our friendly course experts to get clarity on the next steps for your idea, business or career. You will get tailored insights from results achieved by our proven practitioners as well as thousands of students. Book a call now... 


For more Foundr content, follow us on your favorite platform: 


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