Eight Netflix documentaries that can inspire entrepreneurs.
"Besides books and success stories, watching Netflix documentaries is also an excellent source of inspiration for entrepreneurs, as they present stories of motivation and overcoming challenges that help us gain fantastic insights into business and life," says Marcus Marques, mentor of small and medium-sized businesses; he cites, for example, 'Steve Jobs – The Billion Dollar Hippy'; "Unlike films, in this documentary, Apple employees, including his partner Steve Wozniak, give testimonials about their founder, showing personality traits that only they knew closely, as well as the ups and downs that their leader faced until achieving the status of one of the greatest geniuses of our time."
*By Marcus Marques, Mentor for small and medium-sized businesses
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Besides books and success stories, watching Netflix documentaries is also an excellent source of inspiration for entrepreneurs, as they present stories of motivation and overcoming challenges that help us gain fantastic insights into business and life. Furthermore, this is a time when you can relax a little, gather your family for some leisure, and be closer to those you love while learning some important lessons.
I am particularly inspired by and enjoy this format of communication because, in a very didactic and instructive way, it provides information and knowledge that highlights the trajectory of great personalities, showing how they overcame their obstacles and built their success stories and legacy. Therefore, whenever I watch a documentary, I seek to incorporate ideas, insights, and lessons that can add even more value to my work as a businessman and entrepreneur, and to the results of my company. I invite you to do the same!
So that you too can experience this, I've compiled a list of 8 incredible documentaries about fantastic people that I found hidden on Netflix and that I'm sure will inspire you in every way and help boost your business. Keep reading, check them out, and watch!
Steve Jobs – The Billion Dollar Hippy
This documentary presents another side of the man who completely changed the world of technology and made innovation the hallmark of his work as an entrepreneur. Unlike films, in this one Apple employees, including his partner Steve Wozniak, give testimonials about their founder, showing personality traits that only they knew closely, as well as the highs and lows that their leader faced until achieving the status of one of the greatest geniuses of our time.
Senna
This brilliant documentary, available on Netflix, showcases the career and life of our eternal champion Ayrton Senna, how he became a global idol and one of the greatest icons of Brazilian sport of all time. It's an excellent choice to watch with the family, especially with children, as Senna's stories, testimonials from friends and family, and interviews with the driver himself further highlight how focus, commitment, and passion for his work transform ordinary men into true champions.
Last Chance
Sports are undoubtedly one of the areas where we, as athletes, entrepreneurs, and human beings, have the best chance to learn about winning and losing, falling and getting back up. This brilliant documentary shows the daily lives of American football teams and the challenges and pressures faced by players in the college league, the gateway to a professional career.
The secret
This documentary has been and continues to be very successful, as it presents different theories from scientists and philosophers about the secret to achieving success in life. Inspired by the philosophies of great thinkers such as Albert Einstein and Plato, this documentary shows what the mindset of a successful person is like and how this mentality leads to success in every way.
Tony Robbins – I am not your guru.
During my studies abroad, I personally had the opportunity to meet Tony Robbins in the United States and witness firsthand how truly fantastic his work is. Tony can engage an audience like no one else and has the gift of communicating his ideas through words and gestures, capturing the feelings of his listeners and motivating them to truly overcome their fears, surpass their limiting beliefs, and go further in their personal and professional lives. I highly recommend him!
Jiro Dreams of Sushi
This documentary tells the story of Jiro, an 85-year-old Japanese businessman who owns a renowned restaurant. His mission is to pass on the management of his successful business to his son, Yoshikazu, who will have to take control with the challenge of maintaining the same high performance of the company created by his father. This story teaches us many lessons about family businesses, the importance of thinking about the business in the long term, and of training capable successors.
Apex – The History of the Hypercar
The Netflix documentary – Apex – shows the evolution of supercars, initially skeptical by many, especially within the automotive industry, for being more fuel-efficient (consuming less fuel), high-performance (extremely fast), and exclusive (made for a select few). However, the concept is breaking barriers and gaining increasing traction. For those passionate about powerful cars, it's an excellent choice, offering a different business perspective and showcasing spectacular models.
A year in Champagne
Have you ever thought about spending time in France, in the region where Champagne is made? Well, this documentary follows the daily production routine of the product and also of wines, showing how they are made and also how entrepreneurs, winemakers and specialists do their work, develop their specialties and how the region produces two of the most sophisticated drinks in the world.
Take advantage of your weekend or free time to watch these fantastic documentaries. Rest assured they will greatly enhance your knowledge as an entrepreneur and provide powerful insights on how to innovate, manage a family business, develop greater empathy with customers and employees, and much more.