steven Cox

Entrepreneur, San Diego, CA

What I Believe

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Steven’s Mission

My life purpose is to live fully and have incredible experiences with incredible people; to use my talents in a way that makes a positive lasting difference on people and my environment; I understand that the value of life is not in what I own, but who I love, and what I experience; I strive to make a difference by being a man of integrity that accomplishes more in service, by reaching out to help others, being passionate about what I do, and fully developing my mind. My purpose is to uplift others and help bring more opportunity to those that may have the will, but may not have the means.

Discovering my inner vinyasa in Costa Rica this we

Discovering my inner vinyasa in Costa Rica this week. The universe is reminding me that simple is all that is necessary.

Friday was my last full-time day with TakeLessons

Friday was my last full-time day with TakeLessons and Microsoft. After 15 years of building this amazing company, I thought you'd enjoy the note I sent to our team.

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Friday will be my last full-time day at TakeLessons and Microsoft. I’ll still be working in a part-time role advising and shepherding certain projects forward. So, you’ll still see me on occasion popping into meetings - especially as it involves our customers.

Over the past 15 years, I’ve accumulated a list of things i want to try, places I want to go, and experiences I want to relish. So, I’m looking forward to freeing up time to cross off a few things on that list. What comes next? In the words of film maker Federico Fellini, “Nothing is known, and everything is to be imagined”.

I feel excited because I’m about to kick off a new chapter, but also emotional because I’m stepping back from the company I created and love. And I feel so fortunate to have been able to build it with you - some of the most dedicated, honorable, and passionate people I’ve ever worked with.

When I started TakeLessons, we had a simple dream - to help Creators make a better living doing what they love. Because when people can make money doing what they love to do - instead of what they have to do - the world is a better place.

Fast forward, and there’s been hundreds of thousands of students taking millions of classes. And each one of those classes positively impacts the student and our creators. My most savored moments are when we get notes back from our teachers letting us know they’ve been able to build a business around our marketplace - that they’ve paid off their student loans, or can finally afford their apartment in New York, or they’ve been able to expand their influence, and now teach people around the globe.

Remember, at the end of every conversion funnel, or every piece of clean code, there is a human on the other end - with feelings, with struggles, and with hopes. And you are that bridge between the screen and their dream. It’s our charter to empower them and make their lives better. #business #startup #success #vc #successmindset

First trip to corporate headquarters since Microso

First trip to corporate headquarters since Microsoft purchased TakeLessons. Good coffee and it only rained once!

In Miami this week for the Bitcoin conference. Las

In Miami this week for the Bitcoin conference. Last year, there were 6,000 people here. This year, over 30,000.

I was hesitant to make a large bet in digital currency earlier for two reasons.

First, I have seen the tech space shake out a lot of fads over the last 25 years. So, I find it smart to keep an eye on trends and see which ones actually create utility for its users. Early on, I wasn’t clear on the value. Now, it’s becoming more clear.

Second, beware of the movement that attracts the hucksters. You know, the guys who read something on a blog and claim to be experts. The ones who jumped from SEO black hat, to manipulating Facebook ads, to info-products, and now alt coins. They are in for the quick hit and don’t care who they hurt in the process. Normally, a lot of people end up getting hurt.

Luckily, we’re starting to see the hucksters move on (NFT’s anyone??). It clears the roadmap for true innovation of decentralized finance. One that creates value and opportunities for people around the world.

It’s amazing to see how far the community has developed and I think we’re just getting started.

Want to get started with digital currency? Start to learn and don’t listen to anyone who promises massive, easy returns. I like a guy named Shelly Palmer.
Thanks @mikenewton for keeping me in the loop when i was suspicious :-)

Just put a deposit down on a new 2-seater. Fully p

Just put a deposit down on a new 2-seater. Fully powered by solar energy. 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. Room in the back for a dog or golf clubs.

@aptera_motors - proud to support this great San Diego company. Thanks for all the great work you're doing, @sarahhardwick

Sunshine and Snow

Sunshine and Snow

I was honored to be the officiant for @ericbberma

I was honored to be the officiant for @ericbberman and his beautiful bride, Ariel. Friends and family were all in attendance at a gorgeous location along the Mexico coast. Wishing you two the best of health and love!

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Steven Cox is available for business consultation and speaking engagements.