At the hands of many tech entrepreneurs, a show about the lessons founders have learned could be boring. Tom Style is not like most entrepreneurs. He knows from his own experience that startups are exciting, difficult, and full of important business (and life!) lessons. That's why he created The Tom Style Show, which feels less like a boardroom pitch and more like an unscripted deep dive into the lives of entrepreneurs—complete with the drama, humor, and unexpected twists that come with building something from nothing.
"I wanted my show to capture the rollercoaster that founders go on," Style says. "Entrepreneurs are people with dreams, struggles, and big personalities. I wanted to capture that energy and make something people actually want to watch."
That vision has turned The Tom Style Show into a must-watch series for nearly 1 million subscribers on YouTube. It's where tech dreams meet Hollywood, blending the practical world of startups with engaging storytelling that appeals to founders, creatives, and casual viewers alike.
Style's approach is simple and engaging. He manages to combine the world of Silicon Valley tech innovation with the storytelling magic of Hollywood.
"I'm a big believer in the power of storytelling," Style explains. "No one remembers a spreadsheet or specifications listing. They remember the story behind it because of the passion, the struggle, and the why draw them in."
That philosophy drives The Tom Style Show. Episodes explore the personal journeys of startup founders, creators, and innovators, capturing not just the successes but the messy and often humorous realities of building something from scratch.
Style shares, "You can read a book to figure how to pitch to VCs or market your product. I want people to connect with the human side of entrepreneurship."
Making Startups Relatable
Style believes that one of the show's biggest successes has been its ability to demystify the startup world for a broader audience.
"Startups can seem really intimidating," Style notes. "I want people to see the people behind the ideas. We cut through the startup talk and get to what matters. Yes, seed rounds, burn rates, cap tables matter, but they don't paint the picture of what it takes to run a startup."
The Tom Style Show breaks down barriers by focusing on the people behind the startups. Guests open up about challenges, doubts, and, most importantly, how they have handled them.
Relatability is a big part of why the show has resonated with such a diverse audience, attracting not just entrepreneurs but also creatives, students, and even seasoned professionals looking for a dose of inspiration.
Entertainment with Impact
But The Tom Style Show isn't just about entertainment. Style wants the platform to empower the next generation of founders and creators.
"I want people to feel like, 'Hey, I could do that too,'" he says. "Entrepreneurship is accessible to everyone, not just for people with Ivy League degrees and VC connections."
Through candid conversations, Style exposes the rollercoaster of startup life while also highlighting the work and resilience that go into chasing a big idea.
"We've had guests who started with nothing—no funding, no connections—and they built something amazing," he says. "Those are the stories that inspire people to take that first step."
Artistry Behind the Innovation
Style finds a way to blend artistry and innovation in his interviews. He is not just making more business content; he is helping redefine what it means to be an entrepreneur in the mid-2020s.
"We talk a lot about creativity in the startup world, but it's usually in the context of problem-solving or product design," he says. "But I think creativity is also about how you connect with people and how you inspire them to think differently."
With The Tom Style Show, Tom Style has proven that business content doesn't have to be dry to make an impact. By blending tech tales with Hollywood storytelling, he's created a platform that educates, entertains, and empowers.
For Style, it's all about using entertainment as a tool to engage and inspire.
"The best stories are the ones that make you feel something and then push you to act," he says. "That's what I'm trying to do with the show. I want to get people excited, get them thinking, and hopefully, get them building."
For more information, visit www.tomstyle.com.
