UBER WAS LOSING $3B A YEAR! 🤯
- Feb 23, 2026
- 2:01
- Short
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Brief Summary
Dara Khosrowshahi discusses work ethic, his journey from Iran to Uber, and the impact of AI on jobs.
Key points
- From Loss to Success. Uber transformed from losing $3 billion annually to generating $8.5 billion in cash flow.
- A Journey of Resilience. Born during the Islamic Revolution, he faced danger that shaped his relentless drive.
- CEO of Change. As CEO of Expedia, he increased sales from $2.1 billion to $8.8 billion.
Episode highlights
- From Loss to SuccessUber transformed from losing $3 billion annually to generating $8.5 billion in cash flow.“When you joined Uber, Uber was losing 3 billion per year.”0:29Feb 23, 2026
- A Journey of ResilienceBorn during the Islamic Revolution, he faced danger that shaped his relentless drive.“I remember at one point we had these revolutionary guards come into the backyard.”0:43Feb 23, 2026
- CEO of ChangeAs CEO of Expedia, he increased sales from $2.1 billion to $8.8 billion.“In your 12 years as CEO Expedia sales increased from 2.1 billion to 8.8 billion.”1:28Feb 23, 2026
