How Redbox Reinvented the Video Rental Business

From leadership to company culture, Mark Achler, an executive at video rental service Redbox, talks about the ups and downs of leading a game-changing start-up.

Full Story: Grind, Hustle & Payoff7:47

Mark Achler has been a venture capitalist and entrepreneur for over 30 years. His latest venture Redbox, is one of America's fastest growing companies.

Legacy: 'I Was Raised to Be an Entrepreneur'1:02

Redbox executive Mark Achler says his dad's long career as an entrepreneur shaped his own career.

New Roles: From Teacher to Redbox Executive1:03

Before Mark Achler helped start Redbox, he was a high school teacher, a venture capitalist, and Apple employee.

Bootstrapping: Be Smart. Be Annoying. Get Cash1:31

Here's how Redbox executive Mark Achler financed his disruptive video company.

Truth: Are You Really Working For Yourself?0:41

Redbox executive Mark Achler says as you take on capital, employees, and responsibilities, you end up working for more than just yourself.

Learn: Success Teaches One Simple Lesson0:29

Redbox executive Mark Achler says when you find success, you should take notes on the strategies that got you there.

Hazards: 'Venture Capital Is a Pact With the Devil'1:32

Redbox executive Mark Achler says when you take on venture capital, you take on the investors' agendas.

Lifestyle: Venture Capitalist vs. Entrepreneur0:47

Redbox executive Mark Achler talks about the line between these two very different careers.

Balance: Why Email Is Not Effective1:08

Redbox executive Mark Achler is usually swamped with emails, but sometimes a phone call is the most effective way to get his point across.

Double Life: My Career as a Venture Capitalist1:04

Redbox executive Mark Achler discusses the highs of his career as a venture capitalist.

Culture: 'I Am a Job Creator'1:06

Redbox executive Mark Achler has created thousands of jobs during his start-up career. Here why it matters to him.

Perks: 'Why I Love Start-up Life'0:40

Redbox executive Mark Achler feels pure joy when leading his start-up. Really.

Roots: 'It's All About the Hustle'1:19

Redbox executive Mark Achler shares lessons learned from his first entrepreneurial ventures.

Travel: 'There's No Glamour in Travel'0:41

Redbox executive Mark Achler talks about constant traveling and being away from his family.

Grind: Start-up Life: Hold On For the Ride3:04

Redbox executive Mark Achler talks about work-life balance as he manages the exponential growth at Redbox.

Hustle: Passion, Effort & Intensity 24/71:57

Redbox executive Mark Achler discusses his love for starting new ventures and the strategic challenges of launching Redbox's game division.

Payoff: 'Why I Give Back'3:41

Hear why Redbox executive Mark Achler dedicates time and money towards non-profits in the community.

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