28 Sept 2026 · 2 h 15 min
Books from Adam Neumann
“Adam Neumann: The Real Story Behind WeWork, A $4 Billion Cab Ride, And Surviving A $460 Million Debt”
Books mentioned
No books were mentioned by name in this conversation (or none could be confirmed in a book catalogue).
The conversation
Adam Neumann, co-founder of WeWork, recounts his traumatic childhood and spiritual journey, the company's meteoric rise and dramatic collapse, and the dangers of ego in business. He shares lessons on resilience, leading from the bottom up, and redefining success beyond material wealth, emphasizing the importance of disconnecting from technology and choosing partners wisely.
Talking points
- Traumatic childhood and meeting Rebecca
- Founding WeWork from a cab conversation
- Dangers of ego after massive investment
- Leading from the bottom up
- Weekly technology Shabbat for clarity
- WeWork's rise, failed SoftBank deal, and collapse
- Personal debt crisis and wife's negotiation role
- Influence over control as true power