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The Knowledge Project Podcast

[Outliers] Phil Knight: The Obsession That Built Nike

Phil Knight is the founder of Nike, the brand that reshaped sports and became one of the most powerful companies in the world.

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What would you do if your bank, your supplier, and your government all turned against you at the same time? Phil Knight didn’t have to imagine it. He lived on the edge of insolvency for nearly two decades. 

This Outliers episode explores belief, trust, fear, and the price of growth through the story of Nike’s founding.

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The Knowledge Project

A podcast about mastering the best of what other people have already figured out. The Knowledge Project focuses on insights and lessons that never expire. You’ll walk away from every episode with actionable insights that help you get better results and live a more meaningful life.

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