Pattern Breakers

How Todd McKinnon of Okta believed (even when he sometimes didn't) in the inevitability of breakout success.

Jan 21, 2020 · 00:29:21

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Todd McKinnon discusses co-founding Okta against skepticism.
Believing in breakout success even amidst doubt.
Proving doubters wrong through perseverance and vision.

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