Comcast's Roberts on Going From Cable Installer to CEO

The transcript details a personal journey through various early career experiences, including climbing poles, selling subscriptions, and learning the cable business from the ground up. It highlights the transition from education to a career in the cable industry, emphasizing the importance of learning every aspect of the business. The narrative also explores family dynamics in business, particularly the relationship with the speaker's father, and the positive attitude instilled in employees. Finally, it covers the transition to leadership and the partnership with the father, ensuring continuity in the business.

What kind of jobs did the narrator do during his summer breaks?

• He was a lifeguard.

• He climbed poles and sold subscriptions.

• He interned at a law firm.

• He worked as a chef.

After graduating from Wharton, what did the narrator's father suggest he do?

• Pursue a career in finance.

• Move to Trenton and learn the cable business.

• Start his own business.

• Travel the world.

How did the narrator address his father in a business setting?

• Dad

• Father

• Ralph

• Sir

What positive trait did the narrator's father instill in his employees?

• A cautious approach

• A yes attitude

• A strict discipline

• A competitive spirit

At what age did the narrator become the president of the company?

• 25

• 30

• 35

• 40