In this engaging conversation, World Poker Tour CEO Adam Pliska and World Poker Tour Creator Steve Lipscomb explore the journey of entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of uniqueness, authenticity, and collaboration. They discuss the myth of competency, the value of embracing failure, and the role of play in fostering innovation. The dialogue highlights how navigating challenges and redefining success can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately shaping a fulfilling career.

Mr. Pliska a self-taught musician, but by the age of 16 the young Pliska was also a successful entrepreneur, selling personalized towels and T-shirts to local high schools. With a film degree from USC, Pliska crafted a high-profile career as a producer in Hollywood, mentored by none other than the legendary Al Burton. With a J.D. from UC Berkeley School of Law, Pliska landed an externship with famed judge Alex Kozinski, who presided over the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. And at the age of 44, Pliska, who lives comfortably with his wife in their custom-built home in Newport Beach, California, currently sits as the president and CEO of the World Poker Tour, where he oversees a multi-million dollar organization.