1570: Just Selling My CD AND Trust, But Verify by Derek Sivers of Sivers.org on Self-Reliance and Innovation
Optimal Work DailyJanuary 17, 2025
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1570: Just Selling My CD AND Trust, But Verify by Derek Sivers of Sivers.org on Self-Reliance and Innovation

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Episode 1570:

In 1997, Derek Sivers built his own online store to sell CDs, which grew into CD Baby, transforming independent music distribution. His journey highlights self-reliance, innovation, and the balance of trust and oversight in delegation.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://sive.rs/ayw3 & https://sive.rs/trustbut

Quotes to ponder:

"When you make a company, you make a little universe where you create all the laws."

"Trust, but verify. Remember it when delegating. You have to do both."

Episode references:

Anything You Want: https://www.amazon.com/Anything-You-Want-Lessons-Entrepreneur/dp/1591848261

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