Pattern Breakers Justin Kan: Pattern Breaker Personified
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Jun 10, 2024 
Justin Kan, a man with uncommon ideas and persuasive leadership skills, discusses the success of Justin.tv and Twitch, his fear of scarcity, and lessons learned from the failure of Atrium. The podcast delves into his innovative ventures, storytelling prowess, and embracing intrinsic motivations over external success.
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eBay Sale
- Inspired by another company's unconventional exit, Justin Kan decided to sell Kiko on eBay.
- The sale was a success, recouping investor money and giving them a year's worth of salary.
Justin.tv's Genesis
- Justin Kan's idea for Justin.tv, a 24/7 lifestreaming platform, was initially met with skepticism.
- However, Paul Graham saw potential in the platform aspect and funded the venture.
Justin.tv's Pivot
- Justin.tv initially gained popularity due to its novelty and media attention, but the content was often mundane.
- Recognizing the need for better content, they pivoted to a platform model and retooled for six months.