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Welcome to Boostart, a podcast exploring the topics of Business, Leadership, Innovation, and Technology. Featuring entrepreneur and investor Nels Tate, the Boostart podcast aims to develop your skill set as a small business owner, hobby project launcher, or curious bystander, and enable you to take…

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#22: The Boostart Outro

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 2:56


Ladies and Gentlemen, it’s been a pleasure. We’ve loved having you be a part of the Boostart Podcast, and are excited for where this next season will take you in your hobby or venture! If you’ve liked listening to the Boostart podcast, we encourage you to check out Nels Tate’s new podcast: Tatonic. It includes a lot of the same themes from Boostart, and we believe you’ll love tuning in. You can find out more and subscribe at: anchor.fm/nelstate or nelstate.com. Cheers!

#21: Welcome to Season 2

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 6:28


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we're kicking off Season 2 of the podcast. We're also chatting about the current state of opportunity, and what lies ahead for Small Business. Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostarttech and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @BoostartTech and be sure to subscribe!

#20: Tech Review - Zoom

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 14:27


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the last episode of Season 1 of the Boostart podcast! We've loved having you tune into the show, and are looking forward to you joining us this next season. Today, as we bring this season to a close, we're discovering Zoom, the popular video-conferencing application that's designed to make your conferencing as easy one click. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Zoom, the enterprise (and personal) video conferencing platform that has almost overnight taken the world of video conferencing by storm. We'll dive in on the origins of video conferencing, then circle in on why we believe Zoom is the right fit for your business. Remote work or not, Zoom has you covered. In this episode, we talked about Remote Work, Video Conferencing, COVID-19, and Business Communication Links Mentioned: Zoom.us The History of Video Conferencing Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostarttech and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @BoostartTech and be sure to subscribe!

#19: Tech Review - Google Forms

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 11:19


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we dive in on Google Forms, a piece of the Google Cloud service suite that enables you e Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Google Forms, the Google alternate form builder that is native to the Google platform. We're also comparing and contrasting how it fits in with the world of customer feedback, and developing ideas to shape your product or service. In this episode, we talked about Feedback, Customers, and Business Development Links Mentioned: Google Forms Survey Monkey Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostarttech and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @BoostartTech and be sure to subscribe!

#18: Tech Review - Slack

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 11:58


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we're talking about Slack: the team messaging platform with a complete search-able history. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring the history of electronic messaging, including the rise of email, text, and now team messaging. Slack is the most popular team messaging platform we've experienced, and today, we're talking about the features that make it so. In this episode, we talked about Messaging, Email, Communication, and Teamwork Links Mentioned: Slack Stewart Butterfield Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostarttech and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want to be featured on the show? Just tweet us @BoostartTech and be sure to subscribe!

#17: Tech Review - Later

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 11:50


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we dive in on Later: a futuristic social media scheduling platform. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Later, a platform designed to help you develop your social media. Using Later allows you to set and forget your social media accounts, maximizing your output and reducing your downtime. In this episode, we talked about Social Media, Publishing, and Time Management Links Mentioned: Later Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostarttech and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @BoostartTech and be sure to subscribe!

#16: Tech Review - Numbers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 8:34


Episode Summary Apple Numbers Summary Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Apple's Numbers... In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, and Growth Links Mentioned: Numbers The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#15: Tech Review - Notion

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 11:22


Episode Summary Notion Summary Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Notion... In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, and Growth Links Mentioned: Notion The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#14: Tech Review - Pixlr

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 6:25


Episode Summary Pixlr Summary Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Pixlr... In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, and Growth Links Mentioned: Pixlr The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#13: Tech Review - mint

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2020 7:47


Episode Summary This week on the Boostart Podcast, we're discussing Mint: the online platform for personal finances, and transaction tracking. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring mint from Intuit. Mint has become a leader in the personal finance space, and we want to know why! In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, and Growth Links Mentioned: mint The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#12: Tech Review - Futrli

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 7:11


Episode Summary We get it: It's tax season, and we're all spending countless hours in front of an Excel spreadsheet, trying to understand exactly what happened in 2019. But what if there was a program that worked with our accounting software, gave us great predictions for the next year, and helped us understand our customers better. Yep, you're right, it's called Futrli Flow. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Futrli Flow, an AI based piece of tech designed to help you understand your cash flow far better than any accounting software. When it comes to the lifeblood of your business, cash is king. Understanding it puts you in the drivers seat, and that's exactly what Futrli is set up to do for you. In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, and Growth Links Mentioned: Futrli The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#11: Tech Review - Wix

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2020 15:36


Episode Summary Everybody needs a website. Period. In the day of the digital age, businesses presence on the web is as important (if not more) than traditional brick and mortar. Today we're chatting about one of our favorite website builders: Wix.com Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Wix.com, a complete web design tool, with some of the most beautiful templates on the web. Find out what we love, what we don't, and why we think you should use Wix. In this episode, we talked about Branding, Digital Real Estate, and Marketing Links Mentioned: Wix.com The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#10: Tech Review - Hubspot

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 19:24


Episode Summary Ever wonder how big companies keep track of all your information? Typically, they use something called a CRM, or Customer Relationship Manager. Hubspot, the free champion of the entrepreneur, brings these same features to the forefront in a piece of software that makes it easier than ever before to connect with your customers. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Hubspot, a CRM built for Small Business. We believe that CRM's should be used to better connect with your customers or clients, and ultimately transition critical information between your team. Check out the full episode for more! In this episode, we talked about Customers, Management, and Teamwork Links Mentioned: Hubspot The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#9: Tech Review - Wave

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 14:36


Episode Summary Nobody loves the headache of "Taxes"... But we've found a platform that's making a difference, and ultimately, making it easier for you to launch, track, bill, report, and create insights around your company's $$$ Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Wave, a revolutionary competitor to the traditional small business accountant: Quickbooks. Using the Wave platform over the past couple of years, we've discovered a vast love for the product, it's ease of use, and the money is saves. In this episode, we talked about Small Business, Accounting, and Cash Flow. Links Mentioned: Wave Accounting The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#8: Tech Review - TurboTax

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 10:21


Episode Summary As we ease our way into "Tax Season", it's always easier to have someone else do your taxes. But that takes some serious $$$ some days, and as a startup founder, that can be hard to come by. That's where Intuit's TurboTax makes it easy, with reliable and confidence-inspiring services, that come at reasonable rates! Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring TurboTax, everyone's favorite online tax filing platform. Turbotax truly shines with it's customer service, ease of use, and straight forward approach to E-Filing. Use your phone, talk to CPAs in real time, and get more deductions than any other platform! In this episode, we talked about Cash Flow, Accounting, Taxes, and Small Business. Links Mentioned: TurboTax The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#7: Tech Review - Todoist

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2020 13:10


Episode Summary In the search for the ultimate task platform, we think we've found a worthy solution. Todoist's natural language selection, easy subtasks, and immense integration make it a leader in the field. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're exploring Todoist, a task platform for individuals and small business. With features galore, this platform allows you, the entrepreneur, to accelerate your timelines, and conquer your goals. In this episode, we talked about Task Management, Time Management, and Small Business Links Mentioned: Todoist The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#6: Tech Review - AdHawk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 9:29


Episode Summary This week on the Boostart Podcast, we're chatting about AdHawk, a platform combining multiple digital advertising systems into a single dashboard. Looking to advertise online, or grow using digital advertising? This is the show for you. Show Notes: As an entrepreneur, it's important to reach your clients however possible. However, are the systems you're using maximizing your dollars spent? In this episode, we chat about the idea of combining your digital advertising into a single platform; a platform that empowers you to make the best decision. In this episode, we talked about Digital Advertising, Testing, and Small Business Links Mentioned: AdHawk The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#5: The State of Technology in 2020

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 8:51


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we're discussing the state of Technology, the Market, and History in 2020. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're talking more about Technology. Over the past 100 years, Tech has moved fast, and advanced our civilization drastically. As we pass into the next decade, we're recapping exactly how we've got here. In this episode, we talked about Technology, the Market, and History. Links Mentioned: The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Boostart Blog Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#4: Tech Review - Canva

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2019 7:06


Episode Summary Hello! Welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's into episode, we're talking about Canva, a platform for entrepreneurs and founders to advance their digital branding. Show Notes: On today's episode, we're talking about Canva, a digital platform for entrepreneurs and founders to build their digital brand. Canva allows you to craft digital media and images at lightning speed, and showcase your brand more efficiently than ever before. In this episode, we talked about Branding, Efficiency, and Media. Links Mentioned: Canva.com Boostart Podcast Boostart Blog Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#3: Tech Review - Personal Capital

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 5:48


Episode Summary Hello! Welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's into episode, we're talking about Personal Capital: the platform for understanding net worth. Show Notes: On today's episode, we're talking about Personal Capital. PC is a fantastic platform designed to help you have a great visual for all of your accounts, in one place. In this episode, we talked about Finances, Net Worth, and Fundraising. Links Mentioned: PersonalCapital.com Boostart Podcast Boostart Blog Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#2: Tech Review - Shift

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 5:50


Episode Summary Hello! Welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's into episode, we're talking about Shift: The email client for the future. Shift dynamically enables multiple accounts, and can be considered the ultimate messaging platform. Show Notes: On this episode of the Boostart Podcast, we're diving in on Shift, the email client for tomorrow. Shift enables users to use multiple email accounts, messaging systems, and tons of other apps to connect and appear in a single space. Designed exclusively for desktop, it allows you to reduce clutter, and maximize the efficiency of your messaging. You can find out more about Shift at tryshift.com. In this episode, we talked about Email, Messaging, and Increasing Efficiency Links Mentioned: TryShift.com Boostart Podcast Boostart Blog Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#1: Tech Review - Anchor Podcasting

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 8:45


Episode Summary Hello! Welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's Tech Review, we're talking about the Anchor Podcasting platform, and how it helps build podcasts easier then ever before. Show Notes: On this intro episode of the Boostart Tech Review, we're divining in on Anchor: The future podcasting platform. Anchor is designed to be an easy podcast creation tool, with lots of built in features, including monetization, analytics, and completely free hosting. Be sure to check them out if you're starting your own podcast. In this episode, we talked about Startups, Building Legacies, and Idea Development Links Mentioned: Anchor Podcasting Boostart Podcast Spotify buys Anchor Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

#0: The Boostart Intro

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2019 8:38


Episode Summary Hello! And welcome to the Boostart Podcast, where we explore technology and software that helps us build better teams, maximize efficiency, and do more than ever before. On today's episode, we dive into who we are as a team, what we care about, and our goals of helping Founders and Entrepreneurs succeed in launching their businesses. Show Notes: On this intro episode to the podcast, Nels talks about the concept for Boostart, and the goals behind the project. Specifically, we dive in on how to best build legacies, develop ideas, and leverage technology to outdistance competitors, and keep your focus on what's important. In this episode, we talked about Startups, Building Legacies, and Idea Development Links Mentioned: The Boostart Project Boostart Podcast Boostart Blog Follow Us: Boostart.net Twitter Instagram Facebook You can also reach out with any questions from today's show: just go to twitter.com/boostartmedia and comment on today's episode. Have a piece of technology you want featured on the show? Just tweet us @boostartmedia and be sure to subscribe!

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