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  Morgan Keim, Founder of Ocean Ridge Capital, knows firsthand what it means to chase success at the cost of balance. After raising over $400M for food-tech startups, Morgan realized the constant flights, pressure, and uncertainty weren't sustainable. His pivot into affordable multifamily housing became a turning point—not just for his finances, but for his family and future.   In this episode, Morgan shares his journey from the high-risk startup world to building stable, recession-resilient real estate portfolios. You'll hear how he went from a curious limited partner to running his own private equity firm, revitalizing 20+ properties since 2020.   We dig into:

Pour qu'il y ait un crime, trois conditions sont nécessaires : un délinquant, une victime et une opportunité.On peut agir sur deux de ces éléments et ainsi limiter les risques.Pascal est un expert de la sûreté. Ancien légionnaire des unités d'élite, il a quitté l'armée après 7 ans pour fonder Movisafe, une entreprise de plus de 60 personnes.Aujourd'hui, il opère en Amérique latine, au cœur des villes les plus dangereuses du monde, où il collabore avec de grands groupes français – et même les équipes du Président de la République.Loin des clichés hollywoodiens, Pascal livre des conseils concrets pour voyager, vivre et entreprendre en sécurité.“Ici des ceintures noires, il y en a plein les cimetières. Il faut savoir adopter un profil bas.”Une discussion aussi passionnante que rocambolesque, où l'on parle de :Les différences entre milices et gangsLes situations les plus extrêmes auxquelles il a été confrontéLe guide de survie pour voyager en Amérique latinePourquoi les entreprises doivent prendre la sûreté au sérieuxLa “cravate colombienne”, une pratique lugubre localePourquoi Pascal se sent plus en sécurité à Rio qu'à Paris ou Marseille, foyers de la “violence gratuite”À écouter absolument pour adopter les bons réflexes et éviter les situations dramatiques — un échange passionnant, dans la bonne humeur, avec les conseils d'un vétéran.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : Les bad boys de l'armée : la magie de la Légion étrangère00:19:45 : Le choc du passage du monde militaire au civil00:37:30 : Comment évaluer le risque et agir00:42:19 : Son histoire la plus traumatisante01:05:38 : La différence entre les milices et les gangs01:14:18 : Comment survivre en Amérique Latine : les bons réflexes01:20:04 : Combien coûte un dispositif de sécurité01:33:37 : Là où les entreprises perdent de l'argent inutilement01:39:06 : En Amérique latine il n'y a pas de violences gratuites contrairement à la FranceLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #401 - Emmanuel Macron - Président de la République - Les décisions les plus lourdes se prennent seulNous avons parlé de :MovisafeLégion étrangèreGR20 (documentaire)LegiopreneurSonatrachControl RisksFairmont Rio de Janeiro CopacabanaProsegurG4SLa jurisprudence JoloGSPR : Groupe de sécurité de la présidence de la RépubliqueSylvain Tesson sur France 2 : un poète dans la Légion étrangèreLes recommandations de lecture :Le Petit PrinceSur les chemins noirsVous pouvez contacter Pascal sur Linkedin.Un immense merci à toute l'équipe du Fairmont pour cet enregistrement hors du temps sur le toit de Rio.Vous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

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In this episode, Sasha Orloff talks with Joe Faris, founder of Accountalent, about his four decades of helping over 5,000 startups navigate tax and accounting challenges, covering critical founder lessons from 83B elections and R&D tax credits to payroll compliance and bookkeeping best practices that can save startups from costly mistakes and penalties. -- SPONSORS: Notion Boost your startup with Notion—the ultimate connected workspace trusted by thousands worldwide! From engineering specs to onboarding and fundraising, Notion keeps your team organized and efficient. For a limited time, get 6 months of Notion AI FREE to supercharge your workflow. Claim your offer now at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://notion.com/startups/puzzle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Puzzle

We live in a new energy era — one in which the inputs and technologies key to clean electricity production are at the heart of international politics. What will that mean for decarbonization? And how should climate tech companies prepare? On this week's episode of Shift Key, Rob chats about those questions and more with Dr. Sarah Kapnick. She is the Global Head of Climate Advisory at J.P. Morgan, where she advises the bank's clients on climate, energy, biodiversity and sustainability topics. She was the former chief scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration from 2022 to 2024, and was previously a research scientist at NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory in Princeton, New Jersey. Shift Key is hosted by Robinson Meyer, the founding executive editor of Heatmap, and Jesse Jenkins, a professor of energy systems engineering at Princeton University. Jesse is off this week.Mentioned:The New Map of Energy and GeopoliticsPreviously on Shift Key: How China's Industrial Policy Really Works--This episode of Shift Key is sponsored by …Hydrostor is building the future of energy with Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage. Delivering clean, reliable power with 500-megawatt facilities sited on 100 acres, Hydrostor's energy storage projects are transforming the grid and creating thousands of American jobs. Learn more at hydrostor.ca.Music for Shift Key is by Adam Kromelow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pablos Holman is a hacker and inventor and the author of Deep Future: Creating Technology that Matters, the indispensable guide to deep tech. Previously, Pablos worked on spaceships at Blue Origin and helped build The Intellectual Ventures Lab to invent a wide variety of breakthroughs. Pablos also hosts the Deep Future Podcast and is managing partner at Deep Future.This episode is brought to you by:Cresset prestigious family office for CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs: https://cressetcapital.com/timMaui Nui Venison​, delicious, nutrient-dense, and responsible red meat: https://mauinuivenison.com/lp/timAG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: https://drinkag1.com/timTimestamps:00:00 Intro02:12 The hacker mindset33:05 Nuclear52:35 Autonomous ships58:48 Pragmatic optimism01:00:29 Risk tolerance01:04:50 Blue Origin01:11:59 Zero Effect philosophy01:34:43 China01:43:07 Taiwan01:45:04 AI01:50:42 Salsa02:08:44 Deep tech investing*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, Margaret Atwood, Mark Zuckerberg, Peter Thiel, Dr. Gabor Maté, Anne Lamott, Sarah Silverman, Dr. Andrew Huberman, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the fashion world navigates an unprecedented wave of turnover from Chanel to Dior, WSJ. Magazine's Editor in Chief, Sarah Ball joins Rapid Response to explore the most closely watched New York Fashion Week in years — what she calls "a September to remember." Ball also shares insights about how Vogue is poised to take shape post-Anna Wintour, the shockwaves from Georgio Armani's recent passing, AI's impact on fashion creatives, and how the role of influencers and social media is noticeably reshaping where the industry is headed.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to our weekly news round up, where we dig into some of the tech stories you might have missed. This week, Bridget is joined by guest co-host Ashley Ray, host of Courier's smart podcast "TV I Say." CBS just keeps caving harder and harder to appease the Trump administration. https://newrepublic.com/article/199889/kristi-noem-attack-cbs-kilmar-garcia-trump-scam Creator of porn site "Girls Do Porn" sentenced to 27 years for sex trafficking. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/09/girlsdoporn-founder-27-year-prison-sentence-sex-trafficking 5,000 Podcasts. 3,000 Episodes a Week. $1 Cost Per Episode — Behind an AI Start Up’s Plan: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/ai-podcast-start-up-plan-shows-1236361367/ If you’re listening on Spotify, you can leave a comment there to let us know what you thought about these stories, or email us at hello@tangoti.com Follow Bridget and TANGOTI on social media! || instagram.com/bridgetmarieindc/ || tiktok.com/@bridgetmarieindc || youtube.com/@ThereAreNoGirlsOnTheInternet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tique Chandler shares strategies that kept her honey business growing during maternity leave—from email automation to strategic delegation. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Kim Curley lives by the phrase “we are humans that go to work, we are not workers that go home to human.” Kim is the Global OCM Leader at NTT DATA and is dedicated to finding human-first AI solutions. This week Kim joins Tammy to discuss change management and AI. Kim shares tips on how she gets people to move past the fear of change and the winning question she asks when people are hesitant to adopt AI solutions - “how's that working out for you?”Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATALinks: Kim Curley Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. DweckLearn more about Launch by NTT DATASee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Stephen Beaton is Co-founder and CEO of Circularity Fuels, which develops compact reactors that turn waste carbon streams into high-value fuels and chemicals. Rather than compete with fossil fuels from the start, Stephen identified high-purity methane for lab-grown diamonds as a beachhead market—where Circularity's product is 80–90% cheaper than incumbents while proving the core technology needed for clean liquid fuels.Stephen earned a chemistry PhD at Oxford and built deep expertise in synthetic fuels during his U.S. Air Force career, including overseeing jet fuel quality control in the Middle East and launching the Air Force's e-fuels program. His insight: build a fuels company that doesn't begin with fuel.Today, Circularity Fuels operates demonstration reactors in diamond facilities and is scaling toward biogas-to-SAF production using the same reactor platform. The company has raised $3M in venture funding, including from DCVC, plus $5M in grants from ARPA-E, NSF, and the California Energy Commission. MCJ is proud to be an investor.Episode recorded on Aug 12, 2025 (Published on Sept 16, 2025)In this episode, we cover: [03:09] Dr. Beaton's background in clean fuels[07:31] His work with Air Force petroleum in the Middle East[10:12] A brief overview of hydrocarbons[13:08] ESAF as resilience for Pacific operations[16:22] What e-SAF really means and why it matters[19:24] Circularity Fuels' origin story[21:20] The company's three principles[23:04] High-purity methane for diamonds as a beachhead[27:46] Recycling diamond exhaust with microwave-sized reactors[30:40] Building a fuel company without fuel as the initial product[34:35] Hardware sales vs metered methane service model[39:05] Biogas-to-SAF pathway via Fischer-Tropsch[42:38] Circularity's progress to date[44:01] Competing with fossil jet and carbon removals[48:41] How Circularity secured non-dilutive funding Enjoyed this episode? Please leave us a review! Share feedback or suggest future topics and guests at info@mcj.vc.Connect with MCJ:Cody Simms on LinkedInVisit mcj.vcSubscribe to the MCJ Newsletter*Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant

Today, Sun business reporter Tamara Chuang discusses the changes to the Colorado Startup Week and what’s going on with the event this week in Denver and around the area. Read more: https://coloradosun.com/2025/09/13/colorado-startup-week-founders/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the fashion world navigates an unprecedented wave of turnover from Chanel to Dior, WSJ. Magazine's Editor in Chief, Sarah Ball joins Rapid Response to explore the most closely watched New York Fashion Week in years — what she calls "a September to remember." Ball also shares insights about how Vogue is poised to take shape post-Anna Wintour, the shockwaves from Georgio Armani's recent passing, AI's impact on fashion creatives, and how the role of influencers and social media is noticeably reshaping where the industry is headed.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Gradient Dissent, Lukas Biewald talks with the CEO & founder of Surge AI, the billion-dollar company quietly powering the next generation of frontier LLMs. They discuss Surge's origin story, why traditional data labeling is broken, and how their research-focused approach is reshaping how models are trained.You'll hear why inter-annotator agreement fails in high-complexity tasks like poetry and math, why synthetic data is often overrated, and how Surge builds rich RL environments to stress-test agentic reasoning. They also go deep on what kinds of data will be critical to future progress in AI—from scientific discovery to multimodal reasoning and personalized alignment.It's a rare, behind-the-scenes look into the world of high-quality data generation at scale—straight from the team most frontier labs trust to get it right.Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Who is Edwin Chen? 03:40 – The problem with early data labeling systems 06:20 – Search ranking, clickbait, and product principles 10:05 – Why Surge focused on high-skill, high-quality labeling 13:50 – From Craigslist workers to a billion-dollar business 16:40 – Scaling without funding and avoiding Silicon Valley status games 21:15 – Why most human data platforms lack real tech 25:05 – Detecting cheaters, liars, and low-quality labelers 28:30 – Why inter-annotator agreement is a flawed metric 32:15 – What makes a great poem? Not checkboxes 36:40 – Measuring subjective quality rigorously 40:00 – What types of data are becoming more important 44:15 – Scientific collaboration and frontier research data 47:00 – Multimodal data, Argentinian coding, and hyper-specificity 50:10 – What's wrong with LMSYS and benchmark hacking 53:20 – Personalization and taste in model behavior 56:00 – Synthetic data vs. high-quality human data Follow Weights & Biases:https://twitter.com/weights_biases https://www.linkedin.com/company/wandb

This week, Jaci Russo and Sarah Segal wrestle with a question that haunts many entrepreneurs: How do you bring your kids into the business—whether for a summer or for good—without messing up the business (or the kids)? For years, Jaci and her husband Michael quietly hoped their son Jackson might one day take over their marketing agency. Their unusual strategy? Never mention it to him—at least not until he'd demonstrated interest and not until he'd proven himself somewhere else. The approach seems to have worked: Jackson has joined BrandRusso, and Jaci has told him he'll take over in four years. Which prompted Sarah to ask Jaci an obvious question, “What happens if he takes over, and he does a bad job?” As it happens, Jaci and Michael have thought about that, too. Plus: Jaci and Sarah discuss the merits of the new tech trend, especially hot in San Francisco, where more and more people are wearing AI-powered devices that can stealthily transcribe every conversation they have.

This year, $160 billion in remittance payments will be sent from the US to Latin America. $65 billion will be sent from the US to Mexico, the world's largest remittance corridor. Yet, the majority of payments will be sent via brick-and-mortar stores like Western Union or Moneygram. The future of payments is already here, yet most people are queuing in line, paying in cash, taking a photo of their receipt, and sending it to their families on WhatsApp for collection in their home country. If we can send receipts over WhatsApp, why can't we send money too?That same question was the motivation for Félix, an AI-powered chatbot that replicates the trusted agent experience om WhatsApp. It's a user experience made possible by stablecoins.In this episode of Money Trails, presented by Stellar Development Foundation, our user-centric series on global stablecoin adoption, we explore how immigrants send money back home. This episode of Money Trails is sponsored by Rain Cards. In this episode, we're joined by Manuel Godoy - Co-founder & CEO, FelixFarooq Malik - Co-founder & CEO, Rain00:00 - Intro01:06 - Sending money in Jackson Heights03:22 - Félix CEO Manuel Godoy04:54 - How Félix works06:20 - Stablecoin-powered remittance payments08:49 - Spending money in Mexico11:38 - Subscribe!Our Links -

Brian Thompson marks a major milestone with Episode 100 of the Mission Driven Business podcast! In this special retrospective, Brian reflects on 10 standout episodes that made a lasting impact and continue to resonate in his business and life. Whether you're new to the podcast or a long-term listener, Episode 100 captures the heart of the conversations that Mission Driven Business is all about. Episode Highlights 1. Mike Michalowicz put profit first In Episode 7, Mike Michalowicz flipped the traditional profit formula, redefining how business owners can approach cash flow. Mike's episode gave language and structure for something many business owners struggle with. 2. Brian Thompson opened up on the mic In Episode 8, Brian got personal about how and why he started his own firm, Brian Thompson Financial. It was the first time he allowed himself to really be open on the mic, talking about fear, imposter system, and the drive to create something meaningful. 3. George Kinder asked the right questions In Episode 14, George Kinder's thoughtful and grounded presence shone through as he advocated for life planning, which connects a financial plan to an individual's most meaningful goals. His three Kinder Questions have helped many people get clear about what they want their lives to look like. 4. River Nice led with empathy In Episode 20, River spoke so clearly about how marginalized communities -- especially the LGBTQ+ community -- experience guilt or shame around money. The episode is a powerful reminder that empathy can be a superpower. 5. Anjali Jariwala wrote a new entrepreneurial story In Episode 42, Anjali Jariwala shared how she built a thriving financial planning firm, only to turn around and write a children's book that broke sales records. It's a powerful reminder you can build whatever business you want -- and that your business can evolve with your creativity. 6. Krish Himmatramka proposed using profit for good In Episode 57, Shark Tank alum Krish Himmatramka proved you can build a business for-profit and for-impact. His ethical engagement ring company commits to its values every step of the way. 7. LaSean Smith talked to 100 customers In Episode 69, LaSean Smith advised new entrepreneurs to have 100 conversations in order to build a business that people actually want to use. If you're early in your business, LaSean's advice is clear, tactical, and values-based. 8. Hugo E. Gomez looked before he leaped In Episode 79, Hugo E. Gomez tested his business idea and built a proof of concept before making the leap to full-time entrepreneurship.Now his business is thriving by serving a market overlooked by mainstream brands. 9. Channyn Lynne Parker taught philosophy In Episode 83, Channyn Lynne Parker got poetic, talking about purpose, letting your path unfold, and trusting yourself even when it's hard. But Channyn really stands out for turning the children's song “Row, row, row your boat,” into a life philosophy. 10. Masami Sato showed that small actions make a big impact In Episode 93, Masami Sato shared how she started her company with a toddler in her kitchen and built it into a global force for good. Her company, B1G1, is built on the idea that small actions, done consistently, can change the world. Resources + Links Episode 7: Being Profit First with Mike Michalowicz Episode 8: Why I Started My Mission-Driven Business Episode 14: Living Your Passion with George Kinder Episode 20: Defining Your Niche with River Nice Episode 42: Creating The Products You Want with Anjali Jariwala Episode 57: Going from Startup to Shark Tank with Krish Himmatramka Episode 69: Building A Business For Financial Independence with LaSean Smith Episode 79: Niching Down with Hugo E. Gomez Episode 83: Braving Discomfort to Live Your Purpose with Channyn Lynne Parker Episode 93: Harnessing The Power Of Small To Create Global Impact With Masami Sato Brian Thompson Financial: Website, Newsletter, Podcast Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes   About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast  Brian Thompson, JD/CFP, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.

In this episode of Clover, I sit down with Cherie Werner, the force behind Fiesta, the largest community for founders and investors in Austin, and FoundHERs, a dedicated space for women entrepreneurs. Cherie shares her journey from startup life to building Fiesta almost by accident, and how “leading with welcome” has become her guiding principle.We talk about what it really takes to turn a crowded room into genuine connections, why consistency and inclusivity matter, and how women founders can push past the urge to be “perfect” before showing up. Cherie also offers simple conversation starters and follow-up practices you can use to walk into any networking event with more confidence.If you've ever felt intimidated walking into a room full of strangers—or if you're looking for a better way to grow community around your own work—this conversation will give you both inspiration and practical tools.You'll learn:How Fiesta grew into Austin's largest founder–investor communityPractical ways to break the ice beyond “What do you do?”Why consistency and inclusivity fuel stronger communitiesA mindset reset for women founders: show up before it's “perfect”Follow-up strategies that turn quick chats into lasting relationshipsHow to design events and spaces that make people feel truly welcome

Aleksandra Medina was seeking answers to her own questions about money when she co-founded Frich. Now, through the Frich app, she's tuned in to Gen Z's feelings about money and is helping to inspire more financial confidence, transparency, and know-how. In this episode, Aleksandra shares her story with Truist psychology expert Bright Dickson and money guru Brian Ford. Together, they talk through her experience and challenges as a young tech entrepreneur whose company has raised $2.8 million in venture capital. The discussion covers: • The inspiration behind Frich and how it's designed to drive authentic money conversations• What it's like getting started as a young tech entrepreneur and lessons she's learned along the way• Insights from Frich on Gen Z's mindsets around money and personal finances“Every single day, we try to encourage people to have more honest conversations about money.” —Aleksandra Medina, Co-founder, FrichListen to the episode and let us know what you think: • Leave us a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform. • Subscribe for future episode alerts. • Share this episode with someone who could use these tips. This content is provided to you for general information purposes only, and does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, financial, investment, or mental health advice. Any views or opinions expressed herein are solely those of the individual guest, and are not the product of, and may differ from the views of Truist. We do not make any warranties as to accuracy or completeness of this information, we do not endorse any third-party companies, products, or services described herein, and take no liability for your use of this information. You are encouraged to consult with competent legal, tax, accounting, financial investment, or mental health professionals based on your specific circumstances.

Nathan sits down with Kacie Luaders, Founder of Could Be Pretty Cool. Could Be Pretty Cool is an audio-first platform amplifying diverse voices through storytelling and tech. With a background in theatrical sound design, Kacie pivoted during the pandemic and found herself on an unexpected entrepreneurial journey. She candidly shares her experience of building a business from the ground up, learning everything from forming an LLC to finding her niche in the mission-driven space. In our conversation, Kacie shares valuable lessons for any founder on a similar path, the unique power of storytelling to create social impact, and the importance of building a support system to navigate the long game of building a sustainable business. Stay tuned to hear her candid advice for any entrepreneur learning to thrive in the "delightful mess" of building a business. RESOURCES RELATED TO THIS EPISODE Visit www.couldbeprettycool.com Follow Kacie on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaciewillis/ Follow @couldbeprettycool on social media Instagram LinkedIn CREDITS Theme Music

How is Optimizely reshaping experimentation with AI? Cory Liebgott, VP of Product at Optimizely, joins LaunchPod to share how her team is building agentic AI tools that put customer trust at the center. Cory shares how her team: Pivoted away from risky benchmarking AI to focus on agentic AI tailored to each customer's brand and data Launched Opal, Optimizely's AI suite built on Google Gemini, with strict governance to keep customer data secure Developed experimentation agents that suggest test ideas, run experiments, and summarize results Built internal AI tools like OptiGPT to streamline workflows, from PRDs to customer research, boosting productivity across teams Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cliebgott/ Optimizely: https://www.optimizely.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Implementing Agentic AI at Optimizely 04:58 The Importance of Customer Feedback 06:27 Using AI Tools Internally at Optimizely 15:30 DocuSign and the Squeaky Wheel Problem 30:36 Conclusion Follow LaunchPod on YouTube We have a new YouTube page (https://www.youtube.com/@LaunchPodPodcast)! Watch full episodes of our interviews with PM leaders and subscribe! What does LogRocket do? LogRocket's Galileo AI watches user sessions for you and surfaces the technical and usability issues holding back your web and mobile apps. Understand where your users are struggling by trying it for free at LogRocket.com (https://logrocket.com/signup/?pdr). Special Guest: Cory Liebgott.

I haven't caught up with Santi for a while. In light of his recent raise I invited him for the first time to HODLong. In this conversation he shared a lot of his thinking about why he hop on to the founder seat and built Inversion. Full of genuine takes and insights - a highly recommended episode.Inversion is hiring! 00:44 Santiago's Early Interest in Crypto05:07 The Challenges of Startups in Crypto07:54 Inversion: A New Approach to Business Efficiency11:14 Defining Inversion for Non-Crypto Users15:19 Targeting Telecom and Financial Services20:19 Interoperability and Existing Crypto Companies26:36 Acquisition Strategy and Market Dynamics36:08 The Future of Consumer Adoption in Crypto36:53 Investor Dynamics and Strategic Partnerships41:25 Acquisition Strategies and Business Integration44:44 Target Markets and Regional Insights49:53 Building a Sustainable Business Model52:25 The Importance of Timing and Market Readiness55:42 The Transition from Investor to Founder58:24 Ego, Confidence, and Leadership in Entrepreneurship01:03:41 Mission Alignment and Team Dynamics X: @santiagoroel / @inversion_capWebsite: https://www.inversioncap.com/ If you like this episode, you're welcome to tip with Ethereum / Solana / Bitcoin:如果喜欢本作品，欢迎打赏ETH/SOL/BTC：ETH: 0x83Fe9765a57C9bA36700b983Af33FD3c9920Ef20SOL: AaCeeEX5xBH6QchuRaUj3CEHED8vv5bUizxUpMsr1KytBTC: 3ACPRhHVbh3cu8zqtqSPpzNnNULbZwaNqG Important Disclaimer: All opinions expressed by Mable Jiang, or other podcast guests, are solely their opinion. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Mable Jiang may hold positions in some of the projects discussed on this show. 重要声明：Mable Jiang或嘉宾在播客中的观点仅代表他们的个人看法。此播客仅用于提供信息，不作为投资参考。Mable Jiang有时可能会在此节目中讨论的某项目中持有头寸。

Early in his career, Grant Cardone thought too small, chased the wrong opportunities, and stayed stuck in a business that couldn't scale. Realizing he needed bigger goals and stronger negotiation skills, he adopted the 10X mindset and mastered the art of selling. Today, he is the founder and CEO of multiple businesses, including Cardone Capital, managing over $5 billion in assets. In this episode, Grant shares his billion-dollar sales strategies that entrepreneurs can use to 10X their action, close more deals, and scale their business with confidence. In this episode, Hala and Grant will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:25) The 10X Mindset for Goal Setting and Scaling (07:13) The Concept of “Feeding the Beast” (09:15) His Early Business Mistakes and Lessons (13:20) Building Confidence Through Massive Action (18:43) The Power of Quick Decision-Making in Sales (22:14) Value Selling Strategies for Sales Success (31:58) How to Sell with Confidence and Close More Deals (35:29) Creator Entrepreneurship and Building Trust Online (44:35) Leaving a Legacy Through Hustle and Investing Grant Cardone is a serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, equity fund manager, real estate investor, and the CEO of Cardone Capital. He is the founder of the 10X Movement and leads seven privately held companies that generate $750 million annually. Known for his dynamic sales training and the 10X Growth Conference, Grant has inspired entrepreneurs worldwide to think bigger and achieve massive business growth. He has been recognized by Forbes as a top social media business influencer. Sponsored By: Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting  Open Phone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting.  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  SKIMS - Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com  Policy Genius - Secure your family's future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting  Masterclass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://masterclass.com/profiting  BitDefender - Save 30% on your subscription at bitdefender.com/profiting  Resources Mentioned: YAP E205 with Grant Cardone: youngandprofiting.co/WealthTransfer  Grant's Book, The 10X Rule: bit.ly/The_10XRule  Grant's Website: grantcardone.com Grant's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/grantcardone  Grant's Instagram: instagram.com/grantcardone  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Health, Growth Mindset, Online Selling, Persuasion, Economics, E-commerce, Ecommerce, Prospecting, Inbound, Account Management, Sales Podcast

Every successful founder has a story worth learning from. In this episode, Jake & Gino sit down with Brian Smith to unpack his incredible entrepreneur journey—from surviving political challenges in Denver real estate to building and scaling businesses across the U.S. and Mexico.Brian shares candid lessons on entrepreneurship, resilience, and growth. Discover how his early days in commercial real estate shaped his mindset, why burnout forced him to pivot, and how he eventually launched Strategy Ladders to help founder-led B2B service businesses scale beyond the owner. You'll also hear his perspective on Mexico City as an entrepreneurial hub, the shift from consulting to implementation, and how he helps businesses achieve 2–8X growth. If you're an entrepreneur or investor, you won't want to miss Brian's insights.Connect with Brian Smith: StrategyLadders.com | LinkedIn: S. Brian Smith Chapters:00:00 – Introduction03:12 – Breaking into Denver real estate with master leases07:39 – Politics, burnout, and lessons from failure14:43 – Redefining success: survivalist roots to investment banking20:24 – Founders Organization & why many groups miss real entrepreneurs32:52 – Myths vs. reality of living in Mexico as an entrepreneur42:45 – Why implementation beats coaching in today's consulting market We're here to help create multifamily entrepreneurs... Here's how: Brand New? Start Here: https://jakeandgino.mykajabi.com/free-wheelbarrowprofits Want To Get Into Multifamily Real Estate Or Scale Your Current Portfolio Faster? Apply to join our PREMIER MULTIFAMILY INVESTING COMMUNITY & MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. (*Note: Our community is not for beginner investors)

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 3 insights on startups, including how many new businesses launch each year, why 90% fail within 5 years, and the risks of self-funding struggling ventures.

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The apps and websites we use every day depend on systems most of us never see.Jay Kreps joins Joubin Mirzadegan to share how Confluent became the ‘central nervous system' for companies like Expedia and eBay, letting them respond to business operations instantly.They also break down why the myth of AI-driven efficiency falls short, and why building truly transformative companies takes far longer than most people expect.​Guest: Jay Kreps, Co-Founder & CEO of ConfluentConnect with JayXLinkedInConnect with JoubinXLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com​Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

In this week's episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz interview Collin West. Collin is the founder and managing partner of Ensemble VC. Under his leadership, Ensemble has invested into countless startups that have turned into multi-billion dollar companies. In this interview, we learn about Collin's exact strategy for differentiating between the winners and the losers. ---

Join me as I chat with Cody Schneider about the power of using YouTube Creators for influencer marketing. Cody explains a step-by-step playbook for acquiring customers through YouTube creator partnerships. The strategy involves reaching out to 100+ creators in your niche, offering a three-video package plus affiliate commission, identifying which creators drive the most conversions, then putting top performers on monthly retainers. This creates a scalable system where you eventually have dozens of creators regularly making content about your product, with trackable ROI through affiliate links. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:03 - Why partner with Youtube Creators 04:38 - How to find and contact YouTube creators 08:11 - Crafting the email and follow-up strategy 09:26 - Overview of the Strategy 14:42 - The value of underpriced attention 19:12 - The numbers and scaling the process 22:06 - Biggest Bottleneck 22:50 - Automating the process 24:47 - Why start now Key Points: • YouTube creators + affiliate marketing is an effective strategy for getting initial customers, especially for SMB products with one killer feature • The strategy works by reaching out to creators, having them make videos about your product, and giving them affiliate commissions • This is a marketing arbitrage opportunity because many smaller creators (10k-50k subscribers) don't know how to properly price themselves • The goal is to identify underpriced creators, test them, then put the best performers on retainer to create monthly content The #1 tool to find startup ideas/trends - https://www.ideabrowser.com LCA helps Fortune 500s and fast-growing startups build their future - from Warner Music to Fortnite to Dropbox. We turn 'what if' into reality with AI, apps, and next-gen products https://latecheckout.agency/ Boringmarketing - Vibe Marketing for Companies: boringmarketing.com  The Vibe Marketer - Join the Community and Learn: thevibemarketer.com Startup Empire - a membership for builders who want to build cash-flowing businesses https://www.skool.com/startupempire/about FIND ME ON SOCIAL X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregisenberg  Instagram: https://instagram.com/gregisenberg/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/ FIND CODY ON SOCIAL Cody's startup: https://www.graphed.com  X/Twitter: https://x.com/codyschneiderxx  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@codyschneiderx

In this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Dr. Saira Siddique, Founder & +CEO of medIQ Smart Healthcare, a digital health platform revolutionizing healthcare access in Pakistan. Before founding medIQ, Dr. Saira led several major health initiatives with the Government of Pakistan until a tragic road accident left her paralyzed from the neck down. But that wasn't the end, it was the start of a bigger mission.This episode answers: How a life-threatening accident changed her mission Why she left government to build something bigger What medIQ actually does, and how it's scaling globallyWe also explore the tension between staying small vs fundraising, the reality of equity dilution, and what it takes to build Pakistan's first digital health startup Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-saira-siddique-62130b1ab/Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.org/DaftarKhwan: https://www.daftarkhwan.com/

SummaryIn this week's episode of Startup Junkies, host Daniel Koonce sits down with Lori Hull, founder and president of Spectrum Independence Living, better known as SpIndL. Lori shares her inspiring journey as a parent of a young adult with autism, the struggles she's faced finding support services, and her determination to create real change in her Arkansas community.SpIndL was founded to help neurodivergent adults, particularly those with autism, bridge the daunting gap, often called the “services cliff,” that follows high school graduation. As Lori explains, many support systems available during school years fade away in adulthood, leaving families feeling isolated and young adults without the tools they need for independent living. SpIndL steps in to provide life skills coaching, job readiness training, social opportunities, and eventually supported housing. Their goal is to help neurodivergent individuals gain confidence, find meaningful work, and live independently.Additionally, Lori highlights the power of community alliances, affordable solutions (including scholarships for coaching classes), and the transformative impact of social events like game nights. The episode offers practical advice for caregivers, educators, and business leaders about fostering inclusivity and dismantling barriers to employment and independence. SpIndL's vision for the next five years includes expanding job support, building alliances, and eventually creating a neurodiversity-supportive community. Tune in today!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(04:11) A Need for Affordable Transitional Programs in Arkansas(08:17) Guided Networking for Skill Development(10:48) Navigating School and Job Challenges(14:08) Startup Events and Opportunities(20:30) Independence Academy for Neurodivergent Students(23:19) Finding Light in Caregiving Obstacles(26:15) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeLori HullSpectrum Independence Living (SpIndL)

This week, Shawn Busse, founder of Kinesis, talks about finding ways to market authentically when so many of the standard tools of marketing are in flux. In Shawn's case, that means holding an annual event where business owners -- and potential clients -- have the opportunity to come together to learn and interact in person. Of course, throwing such an event costs money. It's a lot of work. And it's not always easy to strike the right balance between education and promotion, but Shawn believes more businesses should try it.

Ton Dobbe is the founder of Value Inspiration, helping SaaS companies transform from commoditized to remarkable. He's the author of The Remarkable Effect, where he explores what makes products stand out and command premium prices. And he's a keynote speaker and podcast host himself. In this episode, Ton shares his insights on how SaaS companies can escape the commodity trap and command premium pricing by focusing on their unique approach to solving customer problems, rather than just features and functions.   Why you have to check out today's podcast: Learn how to identify and articulate the real problems your customers face that keep them awake at night. Discover why competing on your approach rather than features is the key to premium pricing. Understand how guarantees and risk reduction can justify higher prices and improve your entire business operation.   "Start thinking about what you do and why customers would pay a premium for that. And if you cannot answer that, there's work to do. It's a very simple question. What would it take for people to start paying a premium for it?" – Ton Dobbe   Topics Covered: 02:37 – Startup failure and value proposition: Why 75% of software scalers fail despite achieving product-market fit and how the inability to market at appropriate value becomes their downfall  04:07 – Value is a story: Ton's definition of value as "a story in the head of a customer" versus Mark's "result of solving problems" and how perception drives pricing acceptance  09:28 – Value pricing and guarantees: How adding guarantees reduces customer fear of making mistakes and enables premium pricing, plus the psychology behind buyer decision-making 12:33 – Guaranteeing results for customers: The insurance model approach to guarantees and how implementation success creates win-win scenarios for both vendor and customer 15:28 – Competing on approach, not features: Why software companies must differentiate based on their unique approach to solving problems rather than feature comparisons with competitors  19:09 – Secret sauce for ideal customers: Ton's 12-step "pressure cooker" process for identifying your value foundation and connecting company knowledge to customer segments  22:11 – Ideal customer segmentation benefits: How focusing on perfect-fit customers accelerates sales cycles, increases win rates, stops discounting, and improves every business function  27:59 – The value of AI solutions: Why companies fail when they position themselves as "AI-powered" instead of focusing on the specific problems their AI capabilities solve 30:39 – Premium pricing strategies: The fundamental question every company must answer - why would customers pay a premium for what you do, and what would it take to achieve that?   Key Takeaways: "Value is a story in the head of a customer. When I say to you, for example, this is 30,000 US dollars. Some people will say, that's expensive. And other people will say, that's a bargain. And the difference is how well you communicate the value in a way that clicks with them." – Ton Dobbe "The moment you can add something like a guarantee or like a reliable promise to that, you can even charge more on pricing because it takes a lot of objections away around the fear of messing up." – Ton Dobbe "If you compete on a feature function level, everybody will lose. So you have to make a choice, are we going to compete on the feature function level or are we going to compete on something else?" – Ton Dobbe "The moment you get that idea in their head, this is the choice and they're gonna solve my problem better than anyone else. They're gonna give me more value than anyone else. Well, why should I even start talking about discounts?" – Ton Dobbe   People / Resources Mentioned: The Jolt Effect (book on buyer indecision) Christian Owens, CEO of Paddle   Connect with Ton Dobbe: Website: https://valueinspiration.com Book: https://theremarkableeffect.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tondobbe/    Connect with Mark Stiving: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stiving/ Email: mark@impactpricing.com  

Sean McCarthy, co-founder and CEO of BackOps, shares how a career in sales prepared him to build an AI-driven logistics company from the ground up. In this episode, Sean reveals how observing real-world pain points at Amazon inspired BackOps' mission and why coming from a non-technical background can actually be a founder's advantage. This is a conversation about scaling, selling, and leading with insight — perfect for anyone thinking about making the leap from operator to founder.Key TakeawaysWhy non-technical founders are uniquely positioned to solve operational problems with AIThe mindset shift required to go from running sales to running an entire companyHow to validate an idea before leaving a stable, well-paying jobWhat it really takes to hand off sales when it's been your superpowerPricing insights that help ensure you're building a scalable businessTimestamped Highlights01:45 Sean's Amazon journey and what time spent in warehouses taught him about customer pain points04:14 The moment he saw the same issues plaguing both small and nine-figure sellers — and spotted an opportunity07:37 How becoming a CEO forced him to rewire his focus beyond sales and build internal infrastructure12:18 Why having a technical co-founder was non-negotiable — and how AI tooling is changing that equation15:18 The tough decision to leave Amazon and how he measured risk versus regret17:59 Learning to let go and trust others with the sales process while still staying close to customersMemorable Moment“Talk to the people that would actually buy your product. Measure the pain point. If it's a one or two out of ten, it's probably not worth building. If it's a nine or ten, and they'll pay for it, now you have something.”Pro TipsValidate early and price with intention. Don't just ask if someone would use your product — ask exactly what they'd pay for it. Those conversations can save months of wasted build time.Call to ActionIf this episode resonated, share it with a friend who's considering the leap into entrepreneurship. Follow the show for more conversations with founders, operators, and tech leaders building the next generation of companies.

In this eye-opening episode of the Paisa Vaisa podcast, host Anupam Gupta sits down with the legendary Roopa Kudva, former MD of Crisil and author of Leadership Beyond the Playbook. Roopa shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in Assam and Meghalaya with almost no exposure to the business world to becoming a veteran business leader and a formidable force in Indian finance. She provides a rare, honest look at what it was like to be a CEO during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis and how she navigated its challenges. This conversation is packed with invaluable insights for everyone, from young professionals considering the "100-hour work week" to seasoned founders seeking to build long-term value. Roopa also discusses her transition into impact investing and reveals the most common blind spots she sees in startups. From a small town to the boardroom: Roopa Kudva's journey to becoming a finance pioneer. The woman who built Crisil: How she led the company to grow its revenue and market cap by multiples. Surviving the GFC: Roopa reveals the crucial lessons she learned about trust and prudence during the 2008 financial crisis. From CEO to startup investor: Why she made the bold leap into tech and impact investing. Startup advice from a veteran: Roopa shares the biggest blind spots founders and investors need to watch for. Work-life integration, not balance: Her powerful take on building a career that gives you meaning. Inside the boardroom: The truth about what makes an effective board and independent director. Her leadership playbook: An introduction to her book and its practical guide to crafting your own career path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kanter interviews Darren Joel, Atlanta Regional Director of The CFO Center. Darren explains how The CFO Center provides fractional CFO services, offering experienced financial leadership to small and medium-sized businesses on a flexible basis. He discusses ideal client profiles, common triggers for seeking fractional CFOs, and […]

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, host Lee Kanter interviews Darren Joel, Atlanta Regional Director of The CFO Center. Darren explains how The CFO Center provides fractional CFO services, offering experienced financial leadership to small and medium-sized businesses on a flexible basis. He discusses ideal client profiles, common triggers for seeking fractional CFOs, and […] The post From Startups to Exits: How Fractional CFOs Can Guide Your Business Through Every Stage appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Welcome to a very special live edition of the Women Authors of Achievement Podcast, hosted for the first time in UK, right here at the Amano Hotel Skybar in London, overlooking Covent Garden. My guest today is Nikki Trott, strategist, podcast host and author of her new book Sacred Business. Her story bridges two worlds: the ambitious drive of London's fashion and branding industry, and the expansive, intuitive energy she discovered in Berlin.Nikki started out leading global fashion and lifestyle campaigns, working with big names across London and New York. But at some point, success as she knew it started to feel off. Thats when she made a radical choice, she left it all behind to follow a different kind of calling.In this conversation, we talk about what it means to walk away from conventional success, how Berlin helped her reconnect with her intuition, and why business can, and should, be an expression of who we are at our core.If you're in a moment of transition or simply craving more purpose in your work, hear this episode!Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Eldon put a $150K line of credit on his house to start eSentire in 2001. No VCs would touch him—they didn't understand services businesses. He worked 12-hour days, 7 days a week for 7 years to hit $1M in revenue. His co-founder coded while he flew to New York on $99 JetBlue flights from Buffalo to save money. Then something clicked: they brought in an experienced CEO who transformed their scrappy cybersecurity consulting into a managed service. Revenue grew from $1M to $10M in just 3 years. They won 95% of competitive deals against Dell-backed SecureWorks by comparing themselves to a local burger joint versus McDonald's. Today eSentire is worth over a billion dollars. This is the raw, unfiltered story of building a massive B2B company without following any of the Silicon Valley playbook—no YC, no venture capital for years, just pure survival mode.Why You Should Listen:How to win head-to-head sales battles against bigger competitors with no marketing budget.Why taking a long time to hit $1M ARR doesn't mean failure.How bringing in an experienced CEO after 8 years saved the company.Keywords (comma-separated):Startup podcast, Startup podcast for founders, eSentire, Eldon Sprickerhoff, cybersecurity, bootstrapping, managed services, B2B sales, Canadian startup, MSSP, founder-led sales, pivot00:00:00 Intro00:01:00 Starting eSentire after 9/1100:03:26 The dot-com crash reality00:05:23 $150K home equity line to start00:08:32 Landing first customer at ING00:14:03 Making up the rules as they went00:19:09 Bringing in an experienced CEO00:22:44 The hamburger pitch that beat Dell00:28:36 From $1M to $10M in 3 years00:34:39 Common founder mistakes00:40:39 Chief survival officer mindsetSend me a message to let me know what you think!

In this episode, Scott Becker shares 3 insights on startups, including how many new businesses launch each year, why 90% fail within 5 years, and the risks of self-funding struggling ventures.

Send us a textFrom 20 to 250: What Happens When Self-Storage Management Grows Too Fast? Peter Smyth returns to the Self Storage Podcast to share his explosive journey, from managing 20 facilities to nearly 250 in just one year. He outlines the challenges of hypergrowth, from client churn and employee scalability to building systems that can handle everything from rural RV lots to urban mega-facilities. Peter and Scott talk hiring for skill versus experience, the role of AI and custom-built software in operational efficiency, and why white-label management is becoming the go-to for storage owners who want control without compromise.  WHAT TO LISTEN FOR1:10 From 20 to 250: The Rocketship Year5:53 Hiring for Talent, Not Just Experience10:24 Scaling Services for Every Size Operator14:10 KPIs, OKRs, and the Software Shift21:07 Managing a Startup and a Young Family Leave a positive rating for this podcast with one click GUEST: Peter Smyth, White Label StorageWebsite | Email | LinkedIn CONNECT WITH USWebsite | You Tube | Facebook | X | LinkedIn | Instagram Follow so you never miss a NEW episode! Leave us an honest rating and review on Apple or Spotify.

```html welcome to today's tech briefing for monday, september 15th! explore the latest developments in technology and beyond: openai & oracle's mega deal: a $300 billion, five-year agreement between openai and oracle, boosting oracle's stock and underscoring its role in ai infrastructure amidst competition with google, azure, and aws. criticism of google's ai practices: people ceo neil vogel challenges google's web crawlers at the fortune brainstorm tech conference, highlighting the impacts on publishers and urging better content deals. faa's evtol pilot program: a new initiative offering startups like joby and archer aviation a chance to trial operations for short-range air taxis and logistics before full certification, with applications open until december 2025. micro1's funding success: ai data labeling company micro1 secures $35 million in series a funding, reaching a valuation of $500 million, driven by innovations like their ai recruiter, zara. via's ipo journey: transit software company via debuts in the public market, closing slightly above its ipo price to reach a $3.9 billion valuation, with plans to expand and explore acquisitions. join us tomorrow for more tech insights! ```

In this episode of Inside the Network, we sit down with Sumit Dhawan, CEO of Proofpoint, one of the largest private cybersecurity companies in the world. With over $2 billion in ARR, Proofpoint protects 85 of the Fortune 100 and is on a bold path toward $5 billion in revenue by 2030.Sumit's journey is a masterclass in modern leadership. Having graduated with degrees in engineering and business from IIT Roorkee, the University of Minnesota, and the University of Florida, Sumit led major business lines at Citrix and VMware, including overseeing VMware's $70 billion divestiture to Broadcom, before making the leap to cybersecurity. In 2023, he joined Proofpoint as CEO and began executing an ambitious strategy: consolidate the sprawl of human-centric security, go deep instead of broad, and prepare the company for its next chapter of growth.In our conversation, Sumit shares why he believes empathy is the most underrated CEO trait, how acting like a founder, even inside large enterprises, shaped his leadership, and what it means to have “Apple Watch governance” under Thoma Bravo. He explains how Proofpoint has evolved from email security leader to a broader platform for human and data protection, including its acquisitions of Tessian (AI-native email protection), Hornetsecurity (MSP-focused email security), and Normalyze (DSPM).Sumit also pulls back the curtain on the AI threat landscape, including how prompt injection attacks are already targeting copilots and agents, why AI is both supercharging attackers and empowering defenders, and how Proofpoint built intent-based detection models to defend against sophisticated zero-link phishing. Finally, he lays out three categories of viable cybersecurity startups today: gap-fillers, AI defenders, and category disruptors, and why the last two are more likely to be successful.Whether you're scaling a cyber startup, selling into the enterprise, or navigating PE-backed growth, this episode is full of hard-earned wisdom from a leader who's operated at every level of the stack.

Michael Calhoun explores the innovation occurring in our region. Today's focus is Apogee Care, which aims to integrate tele-health into emergency rooms, specifically for elderly patients with Founder Dr Kevin Biese. Apogee is working with Bio STL on a rollout at St. Louis hospitals.

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Merci à notre partenaire Red Bull d'avoir rendu cette série d'épisodes possible, et de nous donner des ailes pour aller toujours plus loin.Dans cette série spéciale, nous mettons en lumière des personnalités phares du secteur des CHR (cafés, hôtels, restaurants) et de la fête en France.Pour cette série spéciale comme pour tous les épisodes de GDIY, notre équipe garde toujours la main sur la ligne éditoriale et le choix des invités.Nous espérons que ces épisodes vous plairont autant qu'à nous.Les clubs parisiens luttent pour leur survie. Voici pourquoi.Aurélien Antonini est à la tête du groupe Bonjour/Bonsoir qui possède quatre lieux mythiques : le Panic Room, le Badaboom, Virage et la Casbah.Derrière la fête, c'est une véritable entreprise : 30 personnes travaillent dans les bureaux pour gérer les établissements et développer une activité événementielle, en plus des armées de staff dans les clubs.Aurélien a fait un choix audacieux : miser sur la programmation musicale et pas uniquement sur le débit de boissons . Résultat : 25% du chiffre d'affaires va directement aux artistes.Mais l'équation économique est de plus en plus fragile : les marges sont passées de 17% dans les belles années à 2-3% aujourd'hui.En tant que président du syndicat Culture Nuit, Aurélien partage les coulisses d'un secteur en mutation :Pourquoi “il ne faut pas être à la mode” pour acquérir une notoriété durableComment faire financer son projet par des brasseurs à 100%Convaincre les artistes de jouer dans ses clubsLe rôle des videurs et leur sélectivitéComment lutter contre les dérives : drogues, agressions, insécuritéUn témoignage lucide et passionné sur un univers aussi vibrant que fragile.Un épisode qui vous donnera aussi des clés pour choisir les soirées qui vous correspondent vraiment et vivre des nuits inoubliables.Vous êtes dans le business du hors domicile, gérant d'établissement(s) (bars, clubs, restaurants, vente à emporter) ou bien organisateur de festival ?N'hésitez pas à remplir vos coordonnées en cliquant sur le lien suivant : https://www.gdiy.fr/red-bull/Les 100 premiers inscrits pourront bénéficier d'un pack de gratuités de la part Red Bull.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : Protéger la Culture de Nuit à Paris00:13:42 : Se faire financer par les brasseurs un établissement00:25:48 : Interdit d'y danser : les différentes typologies de lieux et les autorisations00:39:30 : Pourquoi certaines boites recalent tout le monde à l'entrée : le problème des videurs00:51:36 : Le déclin des boites de nuit : drogues, piqûres sauvages et boboïsation01:00:03 : Proposer des concerts “sans alcool”01:09:29 : 25% du chiffre va aux artistes : l'importance de la programmation01:21:45 : L'enfer de ses premières locations de salles01:31:29 : Stupéfiants, drague lourde : la responsabilité des clubs01:41:21 : Comment faire venir des artistes mondialement connus01:51:15 : La fin des mains aux fesses : former ses équipes pour assurer la sécurité des clientsLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #374 - Laurent de Gourcuff - Confessions et secrets du roi de la nuit[Hors-Série Red Bull] - Yoann Le Nevé - Hellfest Festival - Créer le Disneyland du métal sans vendre son âme au diable#219 - Bob Sinclar - DJ - Mélanger des sons pour faire danser les gens#308 - Martin Solveig - Alma Studio - Faire danser les foules et émerveiller les enfants : la double vie d'un DJ superstar#435 - Constance Jablonski - French Bloom - La top model qui bouscule le monde du vin[Hors-Série RED BULL] - Christophe Coutal - Moorea Plage - « C'est moi le roi, pas le client » la légende de St-TropezLes précédents épisodes dans la série Red Bull : [Hors-Série Red Bull] - Christophe Coutal - Moorea Plage - « C'est moi le roi, pas le client » la légende de St-Tropez[Hors-Série Red Bull] - Yoann Le Nevé - Hellfest Festival - Créer le Disneyland du métal sans vendre son âme au diable[Hors-Série Red Bull] - Luc Reversade - La Folie Douce - "On est les seuls à avoir un chef étoilé qui fait danser sur les tables à 2500m d'altitude”Nous avons parlé de :Bonjour/BonsoirPanic RoomBadaboumVirage ParisLa CasbahCulture NuitH A ï K ULes polémiques du 1988 Live club de RennesL'Arc ParisLes PlanchesLa SACEMLa fresque de Jean-Charles de CastelbajacDixon (DJ)Charlotte de WitteSolomunLes recommandations de lecture : Last night a DJ saved my lifeVous pouvez contacter Aurélien sur Linkedin et sur InstagramVous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

AJ Bruno, the CEO of $21M SaaS startup Quota Path, explains his company-wide experiment to make all of his employees vibe code. The results were shocking.   Thanks for tuning in! Catch new episodes every Sunday. Don't miss GTM2025 — the only B2B tech conference exclusively for GTM executives. Use code TOPLINE for 10% off your GA ticket. Subscribe to Topline Newsletter. Tune into Topline Podcast, the #1 podcast for founders, operators, and investors in B2B tech. Join the free Topline Slack channel to connect with 600+ revenue leaders to keep the conversation going beyond the podcast!   Chapters: 00:00 The Future of AI in Startups  00:52 Introduction to Top Line  05:08 Vibe Coding Fridays Explained  13:32 The Impact of AI on Company Culture  29:57 The Role of Managers in Modern Companies 33:36 Challenging Traditional Management Practices 34:13 The Role of Senior Managers and Getting Hands Dirty 35:38 The Value of Middle Management 45:54 The Impact of AI on Management Roles 52:20 The Bubble of AI Revenue Reporting 1:00:58 Predictions for the Future of Labor  

In this episode, Ben Bajarin and Jay Goldberg discuss the recent Apple iPhone launch event, highlighting the innovations in the iPhone Air and Apple's semiconductor strategy. They delve into Synopsys's disappointing earnings report and the subsequent market reactions, as well as Broadcom's position in the semiconductor landscape. The conversation also covers Nvidia's new CPX system and the implications for the market, concluding with a discussion on the funding of the AI boom and the financial strategies of major players like Oracle and OpenAI.

On the latest episode of Reid Hoffman's Possible podcast, he and Aria talk with comedian Stephen Colbert. They discuss how J.R.R. Tolkien helps The Late Show host make sense of AI, whether technology will ever be able to replicate the ‘micronutrients' of human interaction, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Hala Taha started her podcast as a side hustle, she struggled with the same challenges most creators face: low discoverability, no clear path to monetization, and limited marketing know-how. Determined to succeed, she mastered the business side of podcasting by learning SEO, social media growth, and sponsorship strategies. This transformed Young and Profiting into a top-ranked show and led to the launch of YAP Media Network. In this episode, Hala joins Lori Harder on the Girlfriends & Business event to share unbeatable marketing strategies for transforming a podcast into a profitable business. In this episode, Lori and Hala will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (02:00) Hala's Origin Story and Podcasting Journey (09:00) Podcasting Evolution and Digital Trends (11:44) Video Marketing Strategies and Podcast SEO (17:08) Secrets to Ranking High on Apple Podcasts (19:36) Effective Podcast Monetization Strategies (23:40) Podcast Sponsorships and Marketing Conversions (27:46) Networking and Guest Booking Strategies (30:38) Q&A: Mastering the Business of Podcasting Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Jenna Kutcher, Neil Patel, and Russell Brunson grow and monetize their shows. With her business on track to hit eight figures in 2025, Hala stands out as a leading creator-entrepreneur. Sponsored By: Airbnb - Find yourself a cohost at airbnb.com/host  Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/PROFITING  Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting.  Mercury - Streamline your banking and finances in one place. Learn more at mercury.com/profiting  Open Phone - Get 20% off your first 6 months at OpenPhone.com/profiting.  DeleteMe - Remove your personal data online. Get 20% off DeleteMe consumer plans at to joindeleteme.com/profiting  SKIMS - Shop SKIMS Fits Everybody collection at SKIMS.com  Policy Genius - Secure your family's future with Policygenius. Head to policygenius.com/profiting  Masterclass - Get an additional 15% off any annual membership at https://masterclass.com/profiting  BitDefender - Save 30% on your subscription at bitdefender.com/profiting  Resources Mentioned: Hala's Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple  Hala's Agency, YAP Media: yapmedia.com    Earn Your Happy by Lori Harder: bit.ly/EYH-apple  Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, E-commerce, LinkedIn, Instagram, Digital Marketing, Content Creator, Storytelling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Communication, Social Proof, Marketing Trends, Influencers, Influencer Marketing, Marketing Tips, Content Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Podcast