15 Minute Founder

In this episode, we chat with Billy McFarland and dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship.

Billy McFarland is a technology executive, entrepreneur, and media personality. He is the Founder and CEO of FYRE Holdings and FYRE Festival II. Billy is the subject of ongoing television, film, and theatre projects. His unique experiences and insights have made him a sought-after speaker at top television networks, podcasts, and conferences, where he shares his expertise in media, entertainment, marketing, and the valuable lessons learned from his 4 years in prison.


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TIMESTAMPS:
00:13 Fyre Festival 1 & 2
00:53 ​​The Original Idea for Fyre
01:12 Organizing Fyre Festival
01:49 Chaos Theory
02:15 Past Businesses
02:43 How You Approach Marketing
03:18 Vision for Fyre Festival
03:58 Money, Fame, Power, or Pleasure
04:38 Habits and Rituals
05:19 Message for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
05:35 A Pivotal Moment
06:07 Entrepreneurs Who Inspire You
08:18 An Important Truth You Believe In
08:57 The Power of Brand
09:33 Most Succesful Marketing Initiative
10:28 Work/Life Balance
10:56 Coping with the Ups and Downs
11:45 Ambition and Drive
13:19 Relationship Advice
13:40 Personal Questions

What is 15 Minute Founder?

Ever wonder how other founders make it through the ups and downs of building a successful company? And don’t have time to listen to a 3-hour podcast? Then our new podcast is perfect for you.

Each episode will feature founders from around the world sharing their journeys, lessons, and tips for growing your business: all distilled down into fifteen-minute episodes.