Podcasts about lean startups

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 1853: Laura shares actionable advice for maintaining full or part-time employment while launching a business, offering a smart path to reduce financial stress and gain valuable experience. Her guidance empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to build with intention, stability, and long-term success in mind. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://womenwhomoney.com/work-full-or-part-time-while-building-business/⁠ Quotes to ponder: "Working a day job can also give you the confidence to make better business decisions because you aren't operating from a place of financial desperation." "Your paycheck provides money to pay your bills, cover healthcare costs, and contribute to your retirement account while you build your business." "You may need to give up some social time, TV, or other hobbies to free up hours to work on your business." Episode references: The Lean Startup:⁠ https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 1853: Laura shares actionable advice for maintaining full or part-time employment while launching a business, offering a smart path to reduce financial stress and gain valuable experience. Her guidance empowers aspiring entrepreneurs to build with intention, stability, and long-term success in mind. Read along with the original article(s) here:⁠ https://womenwhomoney.com/work-full-or-part-time-while-building-business/⁠ Quotes to ponder: "Working a day job can also give you the confidence to make better business decisions because you aren't operating from a place of financial desperation." "Your paycheck provides money to pay your bills, cover healthcare costs, and contribute to your retirement account while you build your business." "You may need to give up some social time, TV, or other hobbies to free up hours to work on your business." Episode references: The Lean Startup:⁠ https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898

Send us a textYou're probably burning tokens on an AI feature your users don't want.You're not alone. Lots of teams are forcing “AI-native” into products.Here's the good news: Lean Startup still applies to AI. You can validate the experience without writing a single line of app code.

Today I’m thrilled to introduce you to a truly inspiring woman - Jacinta Duffy, founder of Life Shared. After two decades across nursing, healthcare and aged care - and supporting her own parents - Jacinta saw the human cost of loneliness and the pressure on families. So she set out to reimagine care and connection through intergenerational home-share. In our conversation we explore the sliding-door moments that shape a dream life - redundancies, pivots, and the courage to “shine your light” even when media or public speaking feels uncomfortable. We also talk about the power of doing the work - daily rituals, weekly reflections, and stacking quarters of progress - something our Dream Life Coaching community knows well. Three takeaways you’ll love: Mindset shift: Why setbacks can be setups for comebacks - and how to keep walking through hard seasons. Rituals that work: The simple planning + reflection cadence (daily/weekly/quarterly) that fuels momentum. Start before you’re ready: The gentle nudge to share your message, say yes to media, and connect with the right people. Pop in your earbuds and enjoy this heart-opening, practical episode. It might just spark the match you’ve been waiting for

Building products for yourself sounds like the perfect PM training ground!At first glance, you get instant feedback, prioritize ruthlessly, and have no bureaucracy to whom you answer... but does it actually prepare you for professional product management, or does it create dangerous blind spots?In this episode, Product Manager Brian Orlando and Enterprise Business Agility Consultant Om Patel explore several critical dimensions:Learning velocity and skill developmentUser empathy paradoxesResource management realitiesTechnical vs. strategic balanceFailure toleranceCareer advancementBusiness model understandingOur findings? Set artificial constraints, validate with real users, document your learnings, and use self-building as a supplement to professional experience, not a replacement.Whether you're considering a side project or wondering if your solo work translates professionally, this episode offers practical frameworks for balancing the best of both worlds.#ProductManagement #MVP #Solopreneur #ProductStrategy #CareerDevelopmentLINKSYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@arguingagileSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/362QvYORmtZRKAeTAE57v3Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/agile-podcast/id1568557596Website: http://arguingagile.comINTRO MUSICToronto Is My BeatBy Whitewolf (Source: https://ccmixter.org/files/whitewolf225/60181)CC BY 4.0 DEED (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/deed.en)

AI Assisted Coding: Agile Meets AI—How to Code Fast Without Breaking Things, With Llewellyn Falco In this BONUS episode we explore the practice of coding with AI—not just the buzzwords, but the real-world experience. Our guest, Llewellyn Falco, has been learning by doing, exploring the space of AI-assisted coding from the experimental and intuitive—what some call vibecoding—to the more structured world of professional, world-class software engineering. This is a conversation for practitioners who want to understand what's actually happening on the ground when we code with AI. Understanding Vibecoding "You can now program without looking at code. When you're in that space, vibecoding is the word we're using to say, we are programming in a way that does not relate to programming last year." The software development landscape shifted dramatically in early 2025. Vibecoding represents a fundamental change in how we create software—programming without constantly looking at the code itself. This approach removes many traditional limitations around technology, language, and device constraints, allowing developers to move seamlessly between different contexts. However, this power comes with responsibility, as developers can now move so fast that traditional safety practices become even more critical. From Concept to Working App in 15 Minutes "We wrote just a markdown page of ‘here's what we want this to look like'. And then we fed that to Claude Code. And 15 minutes later we had a working app on the phone." At the Agile 2025 conference in Denver, Llewellyn participated in a hackathon focused on helping psychologists prevent child abuse. Working with customer Amanda, a psychologist, and data scientist Rachel, the team identified a critical problem: clinicians weren't using the most effective parenting intervention technique because recording 60 micro-interactions in 5 minutes was too difficult and time-consuming. The team's approach embodied lean startup principles turned up to eleven. After understanding the customer's needs through exposition and conversation, they created a simple markdown specification and used Claude Code to generate a working mobile app in just 15 minutes. When Amanda tested it, she was moved to tears—after 20 years of trying to make progress on this problem, she finally had hope. Over three days, the team released 61 iterations, constantly getting feedback and refining the solution. Iterative Development Still Matters When Coding With AI "We need to see things working to know what to deliver next. That's never going to change. Unless you're building something that's already there." The team's success wasn't about writing a complete requirements document upfront. Instead, they delivered a minimal viable product quickly, tested it with real users, and iterated based on feedback. This agile approach proved essential even—or especially—when working with AI. One breakthrough came when Amanda used the number keypad instead of looking at her phone screen. With her full attention on the training video she'd watched hundreds of times, she noticed an interaction she had missed before. At that moment, the team knew they had created real value, regardless of what additional features they might build. Good Engineering Practices Without Looking at Code "We asked it to do good engineering practices, even though we didn't really understand what it was doing. We just sort of say, okay, yeah, that seems sensible." A critical moment came when the code had grown large and complex. Rather than diving into the code themselves, Llewellyn and his partner Lotta asked the AI to refactor the code to make a panel easy to switch before actually making the change. They verified functionality worked through manual testing but never looked at how the refactoring was implemented. This demonstrates that developers can maintain good practices like refactoring and clean architecture even when working at a higher level of abstraction. Key practices for AI-assisted development include: Don't accept AI's default settings—they're based on popularity, not best practices Prime the AI with the practices you want it to use through configuration files Tell AI to be honest and help you avoid mistakes, not just be agreeable Ask for explanations of architecture and evaluate whether approaches make sense Keep important decisions documented in markdown files that can be referenced later “The documentation is now executable. I can turn it into code” "The documentation is now executable. I can turn it into code. If I had to choose between losing my documentation or losing my code, I would keep the docs. I think I could regenerate the code pretty easily." In this new paradigm, documentation takes on new importance—it becomes the specification from which code can be regenerated. The team created and continuously updated markdown files for project context, architecture, and individual features. This practice allowed them to reset AI context when needed while maintaining continuity of their work. The workflow was bidirectional: sometimes they'd write documentation first and have AI generate code; other times they'd build features iteratively and have AI update the documentation. This approach using tools like Super Whisper for voice-to-text made creating and maintaining documentation effortless. Remove Deterministic Tasks from AI "AI is sloppy. It's inconsistent. Everything that can be deterministic—take it out. AI can write that code. But don't make AI do repetitive tasks." A crucial principle emerged: anything that needs to be consistently and repeatedly correct should be automated with traditional code, not left to AI. The team wrote shell scripts for tasks like auto-incrementing version numbers and created git hooks to ensure these scripts ran automatically. They also automated file creation with dates at the top, removing the need for AI to track temporal information. This principle works both ways—deterministic logic should be removed from underneath AI (via scripts and hooks) and from above AI (via orchestration scripts that call AI in loops with verification steps in between). Anti-Patterns to Avoid "The biggest anti-pattern is you're not committing frequently. I really want the ability to drop my context and revert my changes at a moment's notice." The primary anti-pattern when coding with AI is failing to commit frequently to version control. The ability to quickly drop context, revert changes, and start fresh becomes essential when working at this pace. Getting important decisions into documentation files and code into version control enables rapid experimentation without fear of losing work. Other challenges include knowing when to focus on the right risks. The team had to navigate competing priorities—customers wanted certain UX features, but the team identified data collection and storage as the critical unknown risk that needed solving first. This required diplomatic firmness in prioritizing work based on technical risk assessment rather than just user requests. Essential Tools for AI-Assisted Development "If you are using AI by going to a website, that is not what we are talking about here." To work effectively with AI, developers need agentic tools that can interact with files and run programs, not just chat interfaces. Recommended tools include: Claude Code (CLI for file interaction) Windsurf (VS Code-like interface) Cursor (code editor with AI integration) RooCode (alternative option) Super Whisper (voice-to-text transcription for Mac) Most developers working at this level have disabled safety guards, allowing AI to run programs without asking permission each time. While this carries risks, committing frequently to version control provides the safety net needed for rapid experimentation. The Power of Voice Interaction "Most of the time coding now looks like I'm talking. It's almost like Star Trek—you're talking to the computer and then code shows up." Using voice transcription tools like Super Whisper transformed the development experience. Speaking instead of typing not only increased speed but also changed the nature of communication with AI. When speaking, developers naturally provide more context and explanation than when typing, leading to better results from AI systems. This proved especially valuable in a crowded conference room where Super Whisper could filter out background noise and accurately transcribe the speakers' voices. The tool enabled natural, conversational interaction with development tools. Balancing Speed with Safety Over three days, the team released 61 times without comprehensive automated testing, focusing instead on validating user value through manual testing with the actual customer. However, after the hackathon, Llewellyn added automated testing by creating a test plan document through voice dictation, having AI clean it up and expand it, then generating Puppeteer tests and shell scripts to run them—all in about 40 minutes. This demonstrates a pragmatic approach: when exploring and validating with users, manual testing may suffice; but for ongoing maintenance and confidence, automated tests remain valuable and can be generated efficiently with AI assistance. The Future of Software Development "If you want to make something, there could not be a better time than now." The skills required for effective software development are shifting. Understanding how to assess risk, knowing when to commit code, maintaining good engineering practices, and finding creative solutions within system constraints remain critical. What's changing is that these skills are now applied at a higher level of abstraction, with AI handling much of the detailed implementation. The space is evolving rapidly—practices that work today may need adjustment in months. Developers need to continuously experiment, stay current with new tools and models, and develop instincts for working effectively with AI systems. The fundamentals of agile development—rapid iteration, customer feedback, risk assessment, and incremental delivery—matter more than ever. About Llewellyn Falco Llewellyn is an Agile and XP (Extreme Programming) expert with over two decades of experience in Java, OO design, and technical practices like TDD, refactoring, and continuous delivery. He specializes in coaching, teaching, and transforming legacy code through clean code, pair programming, and mob programming. You can link with Llewellyn Falco on LinkedIn.

The Pentagon is one of the hardest customers in the world to win over. For startups, the barriers are steep: complex rules, unfamiliar offices, and a culture that doesn't work like Silicon Valley. But the stakes couldn't be higher—cracking the Department of Defense can mean scaling breakthrough technologies that shape national security.In this episode of The Burn Bag, A'ndre Gonawela speaks with two of the most influential voices in defense innovation: Steve Blank, the father of the Lean Startup movement and co-founder of Hacking for Defense, and Pete Newell, CEO of BMNT and former leader of the Army's Rapid Equipping Force. Together, they've helped release the 2025 PEO Directory—a first-of-its-kind playbook that maps who buys what inside the Pentagon and how startups can navigate the system.We break down why so many companies fail when they try to sell to the military, what's changing in the Pentagon's acquisition culture, and how new reforms could give startups and investors a real shot at competing with defense giants. Steve and Pete also walk through the different paths a startup can take—whether building patiently through government programs or charging directly to the field—and share how founders can take advantage of the PEO Directory.If you've ever wondered how innovation actually gets into the hands of warfighters—or why it so often doesn't—this conversation is your guide to understanding and changing the system.Download the 2025 PEO Directory here.Read Steve Blank's blog post on the Directory here.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1826: Chalene Johnson reveals how to choose a business model that aligns with your lifestyle and strengths, helping you avoid burnout while building sustainable success. She also shares essential strategies for creating and marketing an online course, from validating your idea to structuring content in a way that truly serves your audience. Together, her insights give you the tools to build a business that feels authentic and impactful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/business-model/ AND https://www.chalenejohnson.com/succeed-in-online-course/ Quotes to ponder: “Your business model should reflect the kind of life you want to live.” “Before you spend months creating a course, make sure people actually want it.” “Don't try to include everything you know; give people what they need to get a result.” Episode references: Pat Flynn – Smart Passive Income: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com Kajabi: https://kajabi.com Thinkific: https://www.thinkific.com Teachable: https://teachable.com The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1826: Chalene Johnson reveals how to choose a business model that aligns with your lifestyle and strengths, helping you avoid burnout while building sustainable success. She also shares essential strategies for creating and marketing an online course, from validating your idea to structuring content in a way that truly serves your audience. Together, her insights give you the tools to build a business that feels authentic and impactful. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.chalenejohnson.com/business-model/ AND https://www.chalenejohnson.com/succeed-in-online-course/ Quotes to ponder: “Your business model should reflect the kind of life you want to live.” “Before you spend months creating a course, make sure people actually want it.” “Don't try to include everything you know; give people what they need to get a result.” Episode references: Pat Flynn – Smart Passive Income: https://www.smartpassiveincome.com Kajabi: https://kajabi.com Thinkific: https://www.thinkific.com Teachable: https://teachable.com The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1825: Kalen Bruce highlights how entrepreneurs can sharpen their skills by embracing continuous learning, surrounding themselves with mentors, and staying adaptable in changing markets. His insights show that growth as a business owner isn't just about strategy but also about cultivating habits that drive resilience, focus, and long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://moneyminiblog.com/business/entrepreneur-skill-development/ Quotes to ponder: "Entrepreneurship is a skill that must be developed, learned, and practiced." "You'll never ‘arrive' at a point where you no longer need to learn or grow." "Always keep learning, always keep growing, and never get too comfortable." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 Rich Dad Poor Dad: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1825: Kalen Bruce highlights how entrepreneurs can sharpen their skills by embracing continuous learning, surrounding themselves with mentors, and staying adaptable in changing markets. His insights show that growth as a business owner isn't just about strategy but also about cultivating habits that drive resilience, focus, and long-term success. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://moneyminiblog.com/business/entrepreneur-skill-development/ Quotes to ponder: "Entrepreneurship is a skill that must be developed, learned, and practiced." "You'll never ‘arrive' at a point where you no longer need to learn or grow." "Always keep learning, always keep growing, and never get too comfortable." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 Rich Dad Poor Dad: https://www.amazon.com/Rich-Dad-Poor-Teach-Middle/dp/1612680194 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we interview Michael Leung.  Michael, is the CEO and founder of the Flo Group. He's built his company around a simple mission, which is making hearing solutions accessible, affordable, and life-changing for people of all ages.We discuss how his own personal experiences have shaped his approach to product development and testing. Specifically we dive into how he tested his new, open-ear bone conduction headphones with amplification, before bringing them to market.Michael and I chat about how to test hardware products and the need for affordable and effective hearing solutions.LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-leung-462547298/Website: https://www.theinnerflo.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theflogroup/ Is your innovation pipeline clogged? Uncover the risks, bottlenecks, and gaps holding your best ideas back. With the EMT Diagnostic, you'll get a clear, actionable plan to fix them.

In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Rosy McEvedy, founder of Ivy League Drips, shares her journey of turning a $5K savings into a fast-growing health business with over 200 licenses across Australia. She reveals how her passion for health, combined with grit and discipline, fueled 125% growth in just three years. Rosy discusses the challenges of hiring the right team, managing taxes, and learning the financial side of business while staying true to her vision. She also emphasizes the importance of consumer understanding, nurturing workplace culture, and trusting intuition. Her story is a powerful example of building success from scratch with resilience and purpose. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here.   Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice.   And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Rosy McEvedy shares that the hardest thing in growing a small business is maintaining consistency while wearing multiple hats—balancing sales, marketing, finances, and customer service all at once. It's challenging to stay focused on growth while handling daily operational fires. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Rosy McEvedy shares that her favorite business book is The Lean Startup by Eric Ries, as it reshaped her mindset about testing ideas quickly, learning from failures, and scaling sustainably without wasting resources. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Rosy McEvedy shares that some great podcasts and online learning resources she recommends are How I Built This with Guy Raz, The Smart Passive Income Podcast by Pat Flynn, and online platforms like Coursera and HubSpot Academy, which provide practical, actionable knowledge for entrepreneurs. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Rosy McEvedy shares that the tool she'd recommend to grow a small business is Trello (or Asana) for managing tasks and team collaboration, along with Canva for easy, professional-looking marketing content. Both help small businesses stay organized and build a professional presence without huge costs. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Rosy McEvedy shares that if she could give herself advice on day one of starting out in business, it would be: “Focus on building relationships and delivering value first, don't chase perfection, and remember that consistency will beat speed in the long run.” Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Consistency, not speed, is what truly builds a strong business foundation – Rosy McEvedy Every failure is simply a faster way to learn what actually works – Rosy McEvedy Relationships and value come before profits and perfection – Rosy McEvedy      

Try Revolut Business free for 6 months: http://links.madeitpodcast.it/3Il6icD (#ad)  In this episode we sit down with Eric Ries, author of The Lean Startup, to explore the method that transformed how founders build companies. From the origins of the Lean Startup methodology to its global impact, Eric explains why the minimum viable product (MVP), validated learning, and the build–measure–learn cycle are essential for every entrepreneur. We talk about what it really means to create an MVP, how to define quality through your customer feedback, and why progress in a startup is measured not by code or funding, but by learning. Eric also dives into the tough decision every founder faces: when to pivot or persevere. Whether you're just exploring startup ideas, chasing product–market fit, or scaling your company, this conversation offers practical startup advice, lessons on resilience, and insights on avoiding the most common startup mistakes. If you're a founder, entrepreneur, or innovator, this is your playbook for building smarter, faster, and more sustainably. NEWSLETTER Iscriviti a Il Digestivo la nostra newsletter mensile sul mondo startup italiano:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ildigestivo.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Se ti piace il podcast, il modo migliore per dircelo o per darci un feedback è semplicemente lasciare una recensione a 5 stelle o un commento su Spotify o l'app di Apple Podcast. E se ci vuoi aiutare a crescere condividi il podcast con i tuoi amici, colleghi o parenti

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1810: Nir Eyal explains why focusing on a single "hacker metric" can dramatically improve performance and motivation. By measuring what truly matters and avoiding vanity metrics, we gain clarity, maintain momentum, and channel our energy into meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/never-take-your-eyes-off-this-hacker-metric/ Quotes to ponder: "Knowing what to measure is the key to knowing what to do." "Too many metrics are as bad as none at all." "Focusing on the one number that matters most keeps us from getting lost in a sea of data." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Lean Analytics: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Analytics-Better-Startup-Faster/dp/1449335675 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1810: Nir Eyal explains why focusing on a single "hacker metric" can dramatically improve performance and motivation. By measuring what truly matters and avoiding vanity metrics, we gain clarity, maintain momentum, and channel our energy into meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/never-take-your-eyes-off-this-hacker-metric/ Quotes to ponder: "Knowing what to measure is the key to knowing what to do." "Too many metrics are as bad as none at all." "Focusing on the one number that matters most keeps us from getting lost in a sea of data." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Lean Analytics: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Analytics-Better-Startup-Faster/dp/1449335675 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1810: Nir Eyal explains why focusing on a single "hacker metric" can dramatically improve performance and motivation. By measuring what truly matters and avoiding vanity metrics, we gain clarity, maintain momentum, and channel our energy into meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/never-take-your-eyes-off-this-hacker-metric/ Quotes to ponder: "Knowing what to measure is the key to knowing what to do." "Too many metrics are as bad as none at all." "Focusing on the one number that matters most keeps us from getting lost in a sea of data." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Lean Analytics: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Analytics-Better-Startup-Faster/dp/1449335675 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1810: Nir Eyal explains why focusing on a single "hacker metric" can dramatically improve performance and motivation. By measuring what truly matters and avoiding vanity metrics, we gain clarity, maintain momentum, and channel our energy into meaningful progress. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.nirandfar.com/never-take-your-eyes-off-this-hacker-metric/ Quotes to ponder: "Knowing what to measure is the key to knowing what to do." "Too many metrics are as bad as none at all." "Focusing on the one number that matters most keeps us from getting lost in a sea of data." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Lean Analytics: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Analytics-Better-Startup-Faster/dp/1449335675 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryIn this episode we interview Moita, the Founder and CEO of Product Weekend. He shares his journey from studying aerospace engineering to becoming a product manager and eventually creating what is now called Product Weekend. It is a community of Product Management enthusiasts who share their experiences and take their careers to the next level. I first learned about it on LinkedIn through Melissa Perri and Rich Mironov and have been curiously watching them test it from the outside. I'm super excited to get some of the inside story on how Moita is testing out its unique format. Specifically how they are designing events that foster these deeper conversations. We chat about the need for testing and validating ideas, as well as Moita's future plans for scaling the events while maintaining their core values.Guest LinksLinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaomoita/Website: https://www.theproductweekend.com/ Is your innovation pipeline clogged? Uncover the risks, bottlenecks, and gaps holding your best ideas back. With the EMT Diagnostic, you'll get a clear, actionable plan to fix them.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1802: Christine Comaford explains how to attract influential advisors who can accelerate business growth by offering expertise, connections, and credibility. She outlines six practical steps to build a high-impact advisory board that strengthens decision-making and opens doors to new opportunities. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://smarttribesinstitute.com/get-powerful-people-to-boost-your-business-6-steps-to-a-stellar-advisory-board/ Quotes to ponder: "An Advisory Board can help you increase your credibility, make key connections, and provide invaluable guidance." "The key is to focus on advisors who are powerful, influential, and respected in your field." "Remember, the goal is to create a mutually beneficial relationship where both parties feel valued." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Good to Great: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1802: Christine Comaford explains how to attract influential advisors who can accelerate business growth by offering expertise, connections, and credibility. She outlines six practical steps to build a high-impact advisory board that strengthens decision-making and opens doors to new opportunities. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://smarttribesinstitute.com/get-powerful-people-to-boost-your-business-6-steps-to-a-stellar-advisory-board/ Quotes to ponder: "An Advisory Board can help you increase your credibility, make key connections, and provide invaluable guidance." "The key is to focus on advisors who are powerful, influential, and respected in your field." "Remember, the goal is to create a mutually beneficial relationship where both parties feel valued." Episode references: Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Good to Great: https://www.amazon.com/Good-Great-Some-Companies-Others/dp/0066620996 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we build a machine to help you actually run customer interviews.We'll use AI to tackle the big blockers—accountability, CRM setup, outreach, transcription, and even how to pick your first customer. You'll hear the idea Brian is testing with the interview machine, and we'll walk through exactly how AI can make the process faster, more uncomfortable (in the right way), and a lot more effective. Plus, a bit on creativity and being human.Tacklebox Customer Interview Workshop (starts 9/15)ClaudeCalendlyGranola00:00 Intro00:30 Avoiding Criticism04:08 The Job of Customer Interviews09:12 Smooth Jazz09:30 Whisper Ideas11:35 The Idea:15:35 The AI Interview Machine17:34 Accountability19:13 Top of Funnel Outreach21:18 Interview Execution22:39 Synthesis23:43 The End

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1797: Mike Smerklo explains how entrepreneurs can strengthen their decision-making by adopting a venture capitalist's perspective. By focusing on risk assessment, portfolio thinking, and long-term value creation, founders can make more strategic choices that increase resilience and growth potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/how-entrepreneurs-can-think-like-venture-capitalists/ Quotes to ponder: "VCs have to be able to assess risk and reward with incomplete information, and make bets accordingly." "Think of your entrepreneurial career as a portfolio, some bets will pay off, others won't." "The key is to keep playing, keep learning, and keep making smart, calculated bets." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Zero to One: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Venture Deals: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Deals-Smarter-Lawyer-Capitalist/dp/1119594820 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1797: Mike Smerklo explains how entrepreneurs can strengthen their decision-making by adopting a venture capitalist's perspective. By focusing on risk assessment, portfolio thinking, and long-term value creation, founders can make more strategic choices that increase resilience and growth potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/how-entrepreneurs-can-think-like-venture-capitalists/ Quotes to ponder: "VCs have to be able to assess risk and reward with incomplete information, and make bets accordingly." "Think of your entrepreneurial career as a portfolio, some bets will pay off, others won't." "The key is to keep playing, keep learning, and keep making smart, calculated bets." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Zero to One: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Venture Deals: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Deals-Smarter-Lawyer-Capitalist/dp/1119594820 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1797: Mike Smerklo explains how entrepreneurs can strengthen their decision-making by adopting a venture capitalist's perspective. By focusing on risk assessment, portfolio thinking, and long-term value creation, founders can make more strategic choices that increase resilience and growth potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/how-entrepreneurs-can-think-like-venture-capitalists/ Quotes to ponder: "VCs have to be able to assess risk and reward with incomplete information, and make bets accordingly." "Think of your entrepreneurial career as a portfolio, some bets will pay off, others won't." "The key is to keep playing, keep learning, and keep making smart, calculated bets." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Zero to One: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Venture Deals: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Deals-Smarter-Lawyer-Capitalist/dp/1119594820 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1797: Mike Smerklo explains how entrepreneurs can strengthen their decision-making by adopting a venture capitalist's perspective. By focusing on risk assessment, portfolio thinking, and long-term value creation, founders can make more strategic choices that increase resilience and growth potential. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.mikesmerklo.com/how-entrepreneurs-can-think-like-venture-capitalists/ Quotes to ponder: "VCs have to be able to assess risk and reward with incomplete information, and make bets accordingly." "Think of your entrepreneurial career as a portfolio, some bets will pay off, others won't." "The key is to keep playing, keep learning, and keep making smart, calculated bets." Episode references: The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Zero to One: https://www.amazon.com/Zero-One-Notes-Startups-Future/dp/0804139296 Venture Deals: https://www.amazon.com/Venture-Deals-Smarter-Lawyer-Capitalist/dp/1119594820 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we interview Charles Sims. Charles is the ex-CTO for the Los Angeles Clippers NBA team and currently Founder of Skafld, an end-to-end venture studio partner, turning visionary ideas into real-world success. Charles shares his journey from the entertainment industry to becoming the CTO of the Clippers. We dug into how experimentation can improve the NBA fan experience. Everything from how he and his team had to quickly invent an engaging, yet remote, fan experience during the Covid lockdown, to how he used the Unreal Gaming Engine to test the assumptions made during the building of the new cutting edge Intuit Dome.We discuss the lessons learned from his time with the Clippers to the evolving landscape of venture capital. We wrap up with the impact of AI on investors and how it can bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical teams.Charles Sims LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlessims/Skafld Venture Studio: https://www.skafldstudio.com/ Is your innovation pipeline clogged? Uncover the risks, bottlenecks, and gaps holding your best ideas back. With the EMT Diagnostic, you'll get a clear, actionable plan to fix them.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1784: Michael Mehlberg reveals how reframing anxiety can transform it into a powerful asset for building meaningful business connections, while aligning personal ideals with strategic product development. Through practical mindset shifts and deliberate planning, he shows how to turn uncertainty into creative momentum, deepen professional relationships, and create solutions that stay true to your core values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2017/3/22/how-to-turn-anxiety-into-opportunity-with-business-networking AND https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2015/3/8/the-intersection-of-ideals-with-a-product-development-strategy Quotes to ponder: "Anxiety is a sign you care deeply about the outcome." "Your ideals must guide your product strategy if you want your work to feel fulfilling." "When you stop fighting your fear and start listening to it, you can turn it into a tool for connection." Episode references: How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SD320 -  Médico, comece primeiro, depois fique bom! Neste episódio, Dr. Lorenzo Tomé traz a teoria Lean Startup para o negócio médico, diferencia ciência médica da ciência dos negócios e apresenta conceitos e informações que vão ajudar você, médico, a começar com um MVP (Mínimo Produto Viável) e ir aprimorando com o tempo. A dica é: use o Ciclo Lean, aplique o CMA: Construa-Meça-Aprenda e tenha um diferencial importante para o seu negócio.   Dicas de livro: The Lean Startup (Startup Enxuta) por Eric Ries Vai lá e faz: Como empreender na era digital e tirar ideias do papel por Tiago Mattos O podcast Saúde Digital te ajuda a abrir a mente? Dois dias de imersão com a gente pode potencializar isso ainda mais e fazer muito pelo seu negócio médico. Garanta sua vaga com 10% de desconto na Imersão da SD Escola de Negócios Médicos nos dias 29 e 30 novembro/2025. Só clicar AQUI. Participe das comunidades SD Conecta. Acesse AQUI! Baixe nosso app: Android ou IOS O Background do Lorenzo Casado com a Natália e pai de 3 filhos, Lorenzo é médico, Cofundador e CEO da SD Conecta e SD Escola de Negócios Médicos, host do 1º podcast do Brasil a apresentar tecnologias para médicos e que está no ar desde maio de 2018. Ele é Professor de Medicina Digital na Faculdade de Medicina São Leopoldo Mandic, fez Mestrado e MBA em negócios nas melhores escolas de negócios do país, é Internship no Hospital Center University de Rouen - França entre várias outras atividades. Assista este episódio também em vídeo no YouTube no nosso canal Saúde Digital Podcast: AQUI! Acesse os Episódios Anteriores! SD319 - Como treinar sua secretária para vender mais e com ética SD318 - Medicina do Estilo de Vida: Solução para a Saúde Contemporânea SD317 - Carreira Médica em Transformação: O Que Esperar do Mercado nos Próximos Anos? Music: Island | Declan DP "Music © Copyright Declan DP 2018 - Present. https://license.declandp.info | License ID: DDP1590665"

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1784: Michael Mehlberg reveals how reframing anxiety can transform it into a powerful asset for building meaningful business connections, while aligning personal ideals with strategic product development. Through practical mindset shifts and deliberate planning, he shows how to turn uncertainty into creative momentum, deepen professional relationships, and create solutions that stay true to your core values. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2017/3/22/how-to-turn-anxiety-into-opportunity-with-business-networking AND https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2015/3/8/the-intersection-of-ideals-with-a-product-development-strategy Quotes to ponder: "Anxiety is a sign you care deeply about the outcome." "Your ideals must guide your product strategy if you want your work to feel fulfilling." "When you stop fighting your fear and start listening to it, you can turn it into a tool for connection." Episode references: How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://www.amazon.com/How-Win-Friends-Influence-People/dp/0671027034 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we interview Hala Saleh. Hala is a skilled and thoughtful product leader who I met by coincidence over 10 years ago while reading a copy of the Lean Startup book. We catch up and discuss how the term Minimum Viable Product or MVP has evolved since then and how lean startup principles can be applied outside of the digital product space to things like communities.Hala shares her journey through various roles in tech over the years while emphasizing the need for testing and customer feedback.I really appreciate her thought process on how she tackles problems in different industries. Is your innovation pipeline clogged? Uncover the risks, bottlenecks, and gaps holding your best ideas back. With the EMT Diagnostic, you'll get a clear, actionable plan to fix them.

Title: I've Read 236 Business Books – Here Are the 12 That Will Make You Rich  Summary:  In this video, Seth Bradley, a successful real estate investor and former attorney, shares a curated list of the 12 most impactful business books that significantly changed his approach to wealth generation, investing, and entrepreneurship. He expresses his frustration with the majority of business literature but firmly believes in the transformative power of these selected titles. Seth emphasizes that achieving financial freedom involves moving away from traditional employment and cultivating a mindset geared toward asset building and strategic operation. Each book he mentions has played a critical role in shaping his journey, providing strategic thoughts on productivity, relationship management, and scaling businesses. The emphasis is not merely on the content of the books but on applying their principles to realize tangible success. Furthermore, he wraps up the discussion by encouraging viewers to take action by reading these books and applying their teachings to improve their financial status and life in general. Links to Watch and Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QXX37vgJPE&list=PLSfheWyV7beFqERLX4ebBUJ4SmzmF6z8e&index=4 Bullet Point Highlights: Transformative Reading: Seth Bradley highlights 12 business books that transformed his financial mindset. From Employees to Investors: Books teach the importance of shifting from earning through employment to making money through investments. The Power of Mornings: The “Miracle Morning” book stresses the significance of a structured morning routine for success. Execution Over Perfection: “The Lean Startup” emphasizes launching quickly and improving based on feedback. Relationship Building: “How to Win Friends and Influence People” underscores the importance of communication and building relationships in business. Mindset Shift with 10x Rule: Grant Cardone's “The 10x Rule” encourages ambitious thinking and significant effort to achieve exceptional results. Love Languages in Business: “The Five Love Languages” reveals how understanding different communication styles can enhance business relationships. Transcript: (Seth Bradley) [Music] I've read 236 business books and let me tell you honestly most of them are a complete waste of time but these 12 these are the ones that actually made me Rich these books change the way I make money I invest and I run my businesses and before you ask no I'm not including Rich Dad Poor Dad why because it's the purple Bible and if you don't know that one you're already behind so real quick if you don't know me I'm Seth Bradley really estate investor Capital Riser and former big law attorney I left a   multiple sixf figureure corporate career because I realized I'd never get rich working for someone else at least not wealthy I don't mess with stocks I don't waste time on 401ks I build businesses and I buy assets so if you want to break free from the 9 to-5 start raising capital and actually control your financial future this is the list you need this is the real playbook for Financial Freedom the books that shaped How I build wealth just stick around and at the end I've got a book you'll never   expect but it might be the most important one on the list all right let's get into it book number one it is Robert kosaki cash flow quadrant kosaki breaks down the four ways people make money employee self-employed business owner and investor most people spend their whole lives on the left side trading time for money the rich they're on the right side where businesses Investments make them money while they sleep you know I was making six figures as a lawyer but I was still on the wrong side that's when I knew I had to start   buying assets the second I understood this what my man was saying in this book I stopped thinking like an employee and starting moving towards Financial Freedom book number two Miracle morning by how El Rod now it's a solid morning routine is a cheat code for Success when I'm consistent with mine I dominate when I slack off my entire day suffers this book gives you a proven structure to start your day like a high performer if you don't control your mornings you don't control your life one of the   biggest takeaways for me was how much intentionality matters if you wake up and immediately start reacting to your world rather than you dictating how you perceive the world emails notifications demands you're already behind but if you take time to focus on yourself set goals and visualize success you'll operate at a much higher level this book will give you the tools to craft a morning routine that sets you up for Success now I do have to say that my morning routine is changed over time I read that book I had   a very structured morning I started out I needed that discipline but now I don't necessarily need it as much because I can really get into that flow get into that zone a lot easier I get up I make coffee I take my supplements I sit down and I start doing the hard work first so that morning routine whatever works best for you sometimes you need that structure and discipline to get going then once you kind of harness how you can do that you no longer need to take all those steps number three the 4our   work week by Tim Ferris now this one gets a lot of attention and also a lot of criticism but this book it taught me that time is the most valuable asset it's really not about working less and working 4 hours a week I mean for some people maybe but really it's about working smarter before reading this I was deep in the weeds of every task emails admin busy work this book just showed me how to automate how to Outsource how to focus on only high value moves and if you're always busy but not really making real progress this   book will change your mindset completely jump into that one for sure here we go book number four traction by Gino Wickman I still use this book every single day most businesses fail because they're a disorganized mess no systems no accountability that was me when I started out and that's how a lot of businesses start out traction fixes that I remember when I first started to grow my real estate business and my legal business at the same time along with the gyms and some other things I had no clear structure no direction and frankly   I was working my ass off but wasn't actually growing this book showed me how to implement the entrepreneurial operating system EOS and you can adopt a name for yourself like rais law operating system for me which is just a fancy way of saying here's how to actually run a business that doesn't depend on you doing everything yourself if you're stuck in the weeds this book is absolutely mandatory book number five The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven cubby success isn't luck it's built on habits and this book   lays them all out the biggest game changer for me be proactive and focus on what you can control not what you can't most people react to life and they wait for things to happen to them and to complain about them but wealthy people we make things happen this book helped me move from being reactive to strategic if you feel like life is happening to you instead of for you this book will completely change your mindset be sure to pick that one up read it every single year book number six the e- myth   Revisited by Michael Gerber if you're doing everything in your business then you don't own a business you own a job and that was me before this book I used to think that being an entrepreneur meant grinding 24/7 and sometimes we still do I still do but all I was doing back in the day was creating a high-paying high stress job for myself and that's not the point this book showed me why systematizing your business is the only way to truly scale once I implemented these systems I was able to step back work on the a big   picture and finally grow instead of just survive book number seven The Lean Startup by Eric rise most people wait way too long to launch they overthink they over plan they never execute this book teaches you the exact opposite launch first improve later I wasted so much time like many of us early on just trying to perfect things before putting them out there this book changed how I approach every every single business now I focus on launching fast testing and adapting if I read this earlier I would   have saved years maybe decades the best businesses don't come from perfect planning they come from Quick execution and constant learning book number eight How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale to Carnegie business is all about relationships and if you don't know how to communicate you're screwed this book taught me how to build connections negotiate better and influence people without being manipulative of course but if you're going to raise Capital you're going to close deals this book is an absolute   must read I apply these principles every single day they're simple in concept but they're harder to execute consistently whether it's working with investors Partners employees team members this book is the foundation for strong relationships in business and also in everyday life book number nine the 10x rule Grant Cardone you know he says a lot of controversial things some people give him Flack but this dude knows how to make money most people think too small not Grand this book forced me to build bigger execute at a higher level   because everything worth doing takes 10x more effort than you expect if you apply this mindset you're going to stop making excuses and you're going to start making big moves the most powerful lesson here to me average actions they lead to average results if you want to dominate in business and in life you have to push way far beyond what's reasonable that's what separates High performers like us from everyone else if you want success this book will force you to raise your standards always do 10x more and 10x   higher all right book number 10 who not how Dan Sullivan this one's incredible successful people don't ask how do I do this they ask who can do this for me who can help me with this this mindset shift completely changed how I run my businesses instead of wasting time learning everything myself I hire experts I ask for help and I let them execute at a higher level before this book I was stuck in the mindset of trying to figure out everything myself once I embrac the who not how principle I stopped being the bottleneck in my own   businesses but now I focus on finding the right help finding the best people to execute finding experts in their fields rather than trying to do everything myself so if you struggle with delegation this book is an absolute GameChanger book number 11 how Elrod Strikes Again The Miracle equation so this book it's simple right unwavering Faith plus extraordinary effort and I know that sounds a little kind of flu fluey and that's not really me and it might not be you either but look I mean I say that Mantra to myself every single   day it gets hard sometimes so if you don't believe success is inevitable and you're not willing to put in the work an insane amount of effort then you're never going to make it one of the biggest lessons from the book is that mindset alone it's not enough you have to back it up with absolute Relentless action you can't just hope for Success you have to put in the work consistently every single day no matter what no matter how you feel no matter what's going on no matter what obstacles arise this book will shift your perspective on   commitment and perseverance remember that saying preach it to yourself every day when gets hard all right book number 12 I told you it would be a surprise on the list I don't think this makes anyone's list for a business book but number 12 the five love languages by Gary Chapman you've all heard of it but let me explain a relationship book sure but business is all about relationships if you don't know how to connect with people you're never going to succeed at a high level this book taught me that   people communicate and they receive value in different ways whether it's clients it's Partners its employees knowing how someone feels appreciated will change how you do in your business and how successful you ultimately are for example some people value words about affirmation While others need tangible recognition once I started applying these principles in business and you keep it in your head for all conversations I became a better leader a better negotiator and a better connector if you want to improve your ability to   work with people which you will this book will give you an edge a relationship book yes but business is all about relationships remember that if you don't know how to connect with people you'll never succeed at a high level all right there there you go folks the 12 business books you need to Succeed in Business and honestly in life generally read those 12 put them on repeat read them every single year which book hit you the hardest drop a comment below I want to know which one resonated with you the most if you found this   valuable hit 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In this episode we interview Dr. Michael Neal. He is the Founder of Build My Team, a hiring service for private practices. We explore the rigorous testing of his innovative hiring process. From the initial missteps to the breakthrough system that accurately matches the candidates' natural strengths with the job requirements. In our conversation I learned about psychometric assessments, and the surprising insights that Dr Michael gained along the way. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in improving their hiring practices through data-driven testing and iteration. 

In this episode we interview Alberto Savoia. Alberto was Google's first Engineering Director and the author of The Right It - Why So Many Ideas Fail and How to Make Sure Yours Succeed. He also coined the term “pretotyping” and has influenced my thinking over the years. In a previous episode we interviewed Pat Copeland, who authored a white paper with Alberto many years ago.You may not know this, but I quoted Alberto in the Testing Business Ideas book for his Pretend to Own experiment.Over the course of this episode we discussed the evolution of testing and in general, geeked out over testing as two of the premier minds on this subject. Get your ticket now for our upcoming Testing Business Ideas with ChatGPT Workshop: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/testing-business-ideas-with-chatgpt-online-workshop-tickets-1404023785939?aff=oddtdtcreator

Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!!Unlocking Venture Capital for Entrepreneurs: Insights from Business Conversations with PiIn this episode of Business Conversations with Pi, host Skoob and AI co-host Pi delve into essential advice for new entrepreneurs seeking venture capital. They discuss building a solid business plan, networking, developing an effective pitch deck, and finding accelerators and incubators. The episode also recommends valuable resources including books like 'Venture Deals' and 'The Lean Startup' to help founders navigate the complexities of venture capital. Listeners are encouraged to explore alternative funding options and reach out with their own questions for future episodes.Book MentionsVenture Deals" by Brad Feld   The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries Pitch Anything" by Oren Klaff: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Raising Capital" by David Nour00:00 Introduction to Business Conversations with Pi00:26 Welcome and Episode Overview01:45 Meet Pi, Your AI Co-Host02:05 Understanding Venture Capital02:22 Securing Venture Capital: Tips and Strategies03:17 Finding Incubators and Accelerators04:17 Creating an Effective Pitch Deck05:24 Recommended Reading for Venture Capital06:26 Final Thoughts and Encouragement06:56 Closing Remarks and Next Steps Thank you for being a Skoobeliever!! If you have questions about the show or you want to be a guest please contact me at one of these social mediasTwitter......... ..@djskoob2021 Facebook.........Facebook.com/skoobamiInstagram..... instagram.com/uepodcast2021tiktok....... @djskoob2021Email............... Uepodcast2021@gmail.com Skoob at Gettin' Basted Facebook PageAcross The Start Line Facebook Community If you would like to be coached on your entrepreneurial adventure please email me at for a 2 hour free discovery call! This is a $700 free gift to my Skoobelievers!! Contact me Now!! On Twitter @doittodaycoachdoingittodaycoaching@gmailcom

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1746: Steve Chou offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs who feel stuck by lack of money or business experience. By emphasizing the value of learning through content creation, solving real problems, and validating ideas with low-risk methods, he shows how to build momentum and confidence from scratch. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/how-to-start-a-business-when-youre-clueless-with-no-money-heres-what-id-do/ Quotes to ponder: "Start a blog or a YouTube channel, document your journey, and build an audience. That's how I got started." "You don't need a revolutionary idea. You just need to solve a problem that people are actively searching for." "Ideas are worthless without execution and validation." Episode references: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau: https://www.amazon.com/Side-Hustle-Idea-Income-Without/dp/1524758841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1746: Steve Chou offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs who feel stuck by lack of money or business experience. By emphasizing the value of learning through content creation, solving real problems, and validating ideas with low-risk methods, he shows how to build momentum and confidence from scratch. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/how-to-start-a-business-when-youre-clueless-with-no-money-heres-what-id-do/ Quotes to ponder: "Start a blog or a YouTube channel, document your journey, and build an audience. That's how I got started." "You don't need a revolutionary idea. You just need to solve a problem that people are actively searching for." "Ideas are worthless without execution and validation." Episode references: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau: https://www.amazon.com/Side-Hustle-Idea-Income-Without/dp/1524758841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1746: Steve Chou offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs who feel stuck by lack of money or business experience. By emphasizing the value of learning through content creation, solving real problems, and validating ideas with low-risk methods, he shows how to build momentum and confidence from scratch. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/how-to-start-a-business-when-youre-clueless-with-no-money-heres-what-id-do/ Quotes to ponder: "Start a blog or a YouTube channel, document your journey, and build an audience. That's how I got started." "You don't need a revolutionary idea. You just need to solve a problem that people are actively searching for." "Ideas are worthless without execution and validation." Episode references: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau: https://www.amazon.com/Side-Hustle-Idea-Income-Without/dp/1524758841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1746: Steve Chou offers a practical roadmap for aspiring entrepreneurs who feel stuck by lack of money or business experience. By emphasizing the value of learning through content creation, solving real problems, and validating ideas with low-risk methods, he shows how to build momentum and confidence from scratch. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/how-to-start-a-business-when-youre-clueless-with-no-money-heres-what-id-do/ Quotes to ponder: "Start a blog or a YouTube channel, document your journey, and build an audience. That's how I got started." "You don't need a revolutionary idea. You just need to solve a problem that people are actively searching for." "Ideas are worthless without execution and validation." Episode references: The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Side Hustle by Chris Guillebeau: https://www.amazon.com/Side-Hustle-Idea-Income-Without/dp/1524758841 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens when your grand vision crashes and burns in front of the very people you need to impress? In this episode, we follow Leo and Sam, two friends with a brilliant app idea, "Kinetic," who pour 48 hours of their lives into building a revolutionary product for a make-or-break hackathon. They bet everything on a single, "magical" feature they believe will guarantee their success. But when the moment of truth arrives, disaster strikes. The demo fails, their dreams evaporate, and they're left with the bitter taste of public failure. However, in the wreckage of their ambition, they discover a more powerful, more resilient way forward. This story isn't just about a failed demo; it's a vital lesson in humility, strategy, and the real meaning of innovation. Join us as we break down their journey and uncover the foundational principles of the Lean Startup, the Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and how a spectacular failure can become the first step toward building something truly great. To unlock full access to all our episodes, consider becoming a premium subscriber on Apple Podcasts or Patreon. And don't forget to visit englishpluspodcast.com for even more content, including articles, in-depth studies, and our brand-new audio series and courses now available in our Patreon Shop!

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1732: Nick Loper outlines a practical 7-step framework to help aspiring entrepreneurs choose the right side hustle with clarity and confidence. By narrowing down ideas through filters like skill, interest, market demand, and scalability, listeners can avoid decision paralysis and pursue ventures that align with both personal and financial goals. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.sidehustlenation.com/side-hustle-idea-selection-process/ Quotes to ponder: "Every side hustle starts with an idea, but not every idea is worth starting." "I've found that some sort of decision-making framework makes the process a whole lot easier." "The more filters an idea passes through, the more confident you can be moving forward with it." Episode references: The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber: https://www.amazon.com/E-Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280 The Lean Startup by Eric Ries: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Start with Why by Simon Sinek: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1729: Dr. Jeff Cornwall explores how shifting from a faculty-centered to a customer-centered model in higher education could restore financial sustainability and relevance. He argues that colleges must adapt to student needs and preferences or risk becoming obsolete in an increasingly competitive and dynamic educational landscape. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://drjeffcornwall.com/2018/06/16/customer-higher-education/ Quotes to ponder: "The financial model for higher education is broken." "If colleges and universities want to survive, they must begin to treat students and their families as customers." "A customer-centered business model starts with understanding the needs of the customer, and then designing everything the business does around meeting those needs." Episode references: The Innovator's Dilemma: https://www.amazon.com/Innovators-Dilemma-Technologies-Management-Innovation/dp/1633691780 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Business Model Generation: https://www.strategyzer.com/books/business-model-generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of the biggest product breakthroughs didn't come from startups — they came from intrapreneurs. In this episode, we speak with Scott Jones, a career intrapreneur who has launched new lines of business at Lenovo, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Realeyes, a computer vision AI company serving some of the world's most influential platforms. Scott shares a detailed, experience-backed look at what it takes to make innovation work inside companies that weren't built for speed. He breaks down the mindset, team dynamics, and cultural rituals that allow new bets to thrive — and provides practical guidance for founders, executives, and investors looking to bring this approach into their own organizations. Unlock the full potential of your product team with Integral's player coaches, experts in lean, human-centered design. Visit integral.io/convergence for a free Product Success Lab workshop to gain clarity and confidence in tackling any product design or engineering challenge. Inside the episode... How Scott went from analyst and musician to AI product leader A modern definition of intrapreneurship — and why it matters now Key personality traits and behavioral markers of strong intrapreneurs Why ambiguity is a feature, not a bug, in high-growth environments How leaders can foster a culture of experimentation (rituals, roles, and goals) Strategies for validating new product ideas quickly and credibly How to communicate innovation progress to stakeholders with different styles Realeyes' identity verification tech and the future of online trust How personal trauma and spiritual practices influence Scott's leadership approach Mentioned in this episode Realeyes - Where Scott works as VP, Product Pranayama (breathwork practices) -  Intro guide from the Art of Living Foundation: Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner - Official site with book info and resources: Linchpin by Seth Godin - Publisher page for the book: SHINE by EOS - Book info (note: EOS books are often sold through their coaching platform): Paramahamsa Yogananda - His foundational book Autobiography of a Yogi on the Self-Realization Fellowship site: Scott's linkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottjeezey Scott's instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scottjeezey/ Subscribe to the Convergence podcast wherever you get podcasts — including video episodes on YouTube at youtube.com/@convergencefmpodcast Learn something? Give us a 5-star review and like the podcast on YouTube. It's how we grow.  

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1719: Brian Tracy shares eight critical questions every business owner should continually ask to drive long-term growth and success. These thought-provoking prompts help sharpen your focus, align your strategy, and ensure you're constantly improving how you serve customers and manage resources. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/business-success/business-development-8-questions-you-should-never-stop-asking-as-a-business-owner-strategic-plan/ Quotes to ponder: "Clarity is the starting point of success." "Your weakest key result area sets the height of your income and your success." "The more clearly you can define your ideal customer, the more effective your marketing efforts will be." Episode references: The E-Myth Revisited: https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Revisited-Small-Businesses-About/dp/0887307280 Think and Grow Rich: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two founders, two wildly different paths to $100M ARR: Arvind Jain, founder of Glean, walked away from a unicorn to start over—raising $15M without revenue and ignoring lean startup rules. Kyle Hanslovan, founder of Huntress, faced brutal rejection, slept in his car, maxed out credit cards, and still crushed it. This episode is packed with raw lessons on fundraising, product-market fit, and why relentless hustle alone won't save you. If you're a founder chasing growth, stop everything and listen.Why You Should ListenLearn exactly what top founders did to get from zero to $100M ARRWhy chasing perfection won't work (and how to stop)The secret to surviving brutal fundraising rejections (over 60 VCs said no to Kyle)Why hustle culture isn't enough—here's what matters moreKeywordsproduct-market fit, startup fundraising, unicorn startups, founder hustle, lean startup method, scaling startups, early-stage growth, AI startups, SaaS growth, venture capital adviceChapters(00:00:00) Intro(00:02:05) Quitting a Unicorn to Start Again(00:05:09) From NSA Hacker to Startup Founder(00:09:18) Ignoring the Lean Startup(00:12:59) Knowing When to Launch(00:16:32) Finding Product Market Fit(00:18:01) Final Advice for FoundersSend me a message to let me know what you think!

In this episode, Duane Mancini interviews Devon Campbell, Christie Johnson, and Dan Tipaldo to continue the theme from episodes 207, 208, and 209 about how startups can effectively 'do it yourself' when budgets are tight, this episode tackles the next frontier: Artificial Intelligence. We acknowledge that resource-strapped startups need to be resourceful, but how can AI help avoid costly mistakes and actually accelerate progress? Join us as we explore practical ways startups can leverage various types of AI – often at low or no cost – to improve internal processes, support essential tasks, and ultimately keep moving the needle forward without breaking the bank. Tune in to learn how AI can become a powerful tool in your startup's DIY toolkit.Devon Campbell LinkedInChristie Johnson LinkedInDan Tipaldo LinkedInDuane Mancini LinkedInProdct WebsiteProject Medtech WebsiteProject Medtech LinkedIn

In this week's episode of The Conference Room, host Simon Lader sits down with Jeremy Vaughan, an entrepreneur, investor, and CEO of Start Left Security. Jeremy shares his journey from graduating from the University of North Florida to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of taking risks, the challenges of startup life, and the mission behind Start Left Security.00:00:  Simon introduces the podcast and this week's guest, Jeremy Vaughan2:29 Jeremy talks about gaining experience outside of traditional corporate environments and the value of real-world learning.05:25 Anecdotes about learning to drive and the importance of real-life experiences in developing skills.09:20 Discussion on the impact of the Lean Startup methodology and its application in real-world scenarios.12:01 Addressing the chicken-and-egg problem of needing funding to build a product and needing a product to secure funding.15:25 Jeremy shares how Start Left Security was able to bootstrap and build a product with limited resources.18:11 The transition from product development to focusing on sales and go-to-market strategies.21:03 Balancing the demands of a startup with empathy for team members' personal situations.25:06 The need for salespeople and leaders to accelerate the go-to-market strategy and the importance of operational roles like sales engineers and customer 29:04 Balancing the demands of a startup with empathy for team members' personal situations and the impact on the business.39:05 Jeremy discusses the current focus on raising capital, differentiating from competitors, and expanding the company's capabilities.To learn more about Jeremy Vaughan please visit his Linkedin ProfileTo learn more about Start Left Security please visit their websiteYOUR HOST - SIMON LADER    Simon Lader is the host of The Conference Room, Co-Founder of global executive search firm Salisi Human Capital, and lead generation consultancy Flow and Scale. Since 1997, Simon has helped cybersecurity vendors to build highly effective teams, and since 2022 he has helped people create consistent revenue through consistent lead generation.        Get to know more about Simon at:      Website: https://simonlader.com/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonlader  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/headhuntersimonlader/      The Conference Room is available onSpotifyApple podcasts Amazon MusicIHeartRadio

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 1667: Jeff Goins encourages readers to stop waiting for clarity and start moving forward by testing their ideas in real life. Instead of endlessly planning or researching, you gain the most valuable insight, what actually works, by taking action, even if it's imperfect. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://goinswriter.com/test-it/ Quotes to ponder: "Clarity comes with action. Not thought." "If you're not sure what to do next, test something." "You don't need to know everything before you begin. You just need to begin." Episode references: The Dip: https://www.amazon.com/Dip-Little-Book-Teaches-Stick/dp/1591841666 The Lean Startup: https://www.amazon.com/Lean-Startup-Entrepreneurs-Continuous-Innovation/dp/0307887898 The War of Art: https://www.amazon.com/War-Art-Steven-Pressfield/dp/1936891026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Melissa Perri on the latest episode of the Product Thinking Podcast as she chats with Jake Knapp, creator of Design Sprint at Google, and general partner at Character Capital. Known for for his seminal book “Sprint”, Jake discusses nuances from his latest book, "Click," and emphasizes the critical role differentiation plays in product success.This episode dives into the importance of starting product ideation with a clear differentiation strategy, ensuring that by the time you're ready to launch, you're not just another face in the crowd. Learn how to apply Jake's insights to make your products stand out from the rest, using the Foundation Sprint.Want to understand how to make your product unique in today's competitive market? Tune in for some practical takeaways from Jake's extensive experience helping startups and established companies refine their product strategies.You'll hear us talk about:5:53 - The Power of DifferentiationJake explains why thinking about differentiation should be the starting point of any product project, and how it connects to finding product-market fit.16:48 - Foundation Sprint to Design SprintJake walks through how a two-day foundation sprint can set the perfect stage for design sprints, helping teams define their hypotheses and move quickly from ideas to testable prototypes.35:53 - Lean Startup vs. Design SprintExplore the similarities and differences between Lean Startup and Design Sprint methodologies, and why rapid iteration and experimentation are key to product success.Episode resources:Click book: https://www.theclickbook.com/Jake on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-knapp/Try Liveblocks: https://liveblocks.io/Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:57 Dear Melissa06:57 Finding the gap before building14:39 Foundation sprint and why differentiation matters25:21 Customer research timing and magic lenses30:29 How to use lenses for decision-making35:53 Lean Startup vs design sprint and planning time43:19 Reclaim case study

In today's founder spotlight, we're joined by a rare breed, Adam Schwartz, who has lived the full startup cycle, not once but multiple times, and has done so on his own terms. He is a founder who went from building scrappy marketplaces to scaling a profitable, venture-free company. Adam's latest venture, Parable, has secured investment from founder-operators: the minds behind HubSpot, Ramp, Vimeo, Superhuman, Squarespace, and more.