Introduction
Working hard on your business is incredibly important, but it is also necessary to take some time out to relax now and again to avoid burnout. Downtime can still be productive if your entertainment furthers your personal and professional growth.
Reality TV Series about Startups
1. Dragon's Den (BBC One, 2005–present, IMDB 6.8) Learn how to pitch a business idea, how investors make decisions, and how to negotiate with investors.
2. My Million Pound Menu (Netflix, 2018–2019, IMDB 6.6) Learn what goes into a successful business plan and the importance of having a simple but scalable concept.
3. The Profit (Amazon, 2013–2021, IMDB 8.3) Get valuable insights into understanding your costs, streamlining processes, and identifying a good product strategy.
Insightful Documentaries
4. Inside Bill's Brain: Decoding Bill Gates (Netflix, 2019, IMDB 7.8) How valuable your time is, the importance of thinking big, and the importance of having critics you trust.
5. Becoming Warren Buffett (Amazon/Sky, 2017, IMDB 7.5) The importance of compound interest, continuous learning, and reputation in business.
Cautionary Tales
6. The Dropout (Disney+, 2022, IMDB 7.9) The limits of "fake it till you make it" and the importance of ethics in doing business.
7. WeCrashed (Apple TV+, 2022, IMDB 7.3) The dangers of cult-like company culture and the risks of growing too quickly.
8. Startup.com (Amazon/YouTube, 2001, IMDB 7.1) Friends don't always make good business partners, and the necessity of a clear value proposition.
Entertaining Series
9. Silicon Valley (Amazon, 2014–2019, IMDB 8.5) The importance of having the right investors and a dedicated team in Silicon Valley.
10. Girlboss (Netflix, 2017, IMDB 6.9) The importance of branding, starting small, and the value of perseverance.