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In this episode, the hosts dive into a highly profitable farrier school in Idaho with strong margins, lifestyle perks, and a YouTube-famous founder—but its future hinges on whether the influencer behind it stays involved.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/equestrian-industry-school/2397257/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
✨ Interested in Boundless Life? Use my affiliate code JULMAR64 for 400€ off → Boundless LifeHELLO HELLO, Fellow Dreamers!I'm back! This week's episode is extra special because it's the first one I'm recording from Spain. Yes - we packed up our family of six and moved across the world to Estepona to live and “worldschool” through this incredible program called Boundless Life.If you've followed me for a while, you know this wasn't random. Living abroad with Alex and the kids has been on my vision board for years. I even wrote down on January 1st - one week before the Palisades fires - “I want to worldschool the kids.”Nine months later, here we are!In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of our first full week in Spain: the beauty, the chaos, the funny moments, and a powerful lesson in manifesting your dream life.Here's what we dive into:
In today's episode, host Pete Moore sits down with returning guest Jason Moore, CEO and founder of Spren (formerly Elite HRV.) Jason shares the journey of his company's cutting-edge technology, which transforms any smartphone into an advanced biomarker and body composition analysis tool. With over a million users and thousands of coaches trained, Spren's platform is accelerating how gyms, coaches, and fitness enthusiasts track results and stay motivated. Pete and Jason dive into the evolution of Spren's technology, lessons learned from the pandemic, and how partnerships with industry leaders like Fitness On Demand are reshaping the member experience across more than a thousand gyms. Jason also pulls back the curtain on the powerful data trends Spren has uncovered, including what truly drives lasting health changes among gym members—and why focusing on muscle may be the key to long-term success. Whether you're a club operator, coach, or just passionate about fitness technology, this episode is a candid look at where health and wellness measurement is headed, how to engage members both inside and outside the gym, and the grit it takes to keep innovating in the HALO sector. In discussions surrounding tech, there's always the question of data. On that Jason states, "Ultimately the member owns their data . . . that's how we think of it. Like you Pete, or whoever's listening, you own your own data, you can delete it all or take it with you. There's a big trend towards data portability." Key themes discussed Evolution of Spren's body composition technology. Integration with Fitness on Demand and gyms. Seamless, phone-based body measurement solutions. Learnings from SDK/API versus turnkey offerings. Role of data and biomarkers in fitness journeys. Member engagement and personalized coaching tools. Trends in gym programming and equipment preferences. 1. Spren's Technological Evolution: Spren has transitioned from a prototype-focused company to delivering a full-fledged, scalable product. Their tech uses just a phone camera to provide accurate body composition analysis comparable to a DEXA scan. Over the last two years, they've moved towards offering turnkey solutions that require no IT or development resources, making implementation easier for fitness operators of all sizes. 2. Strategic Partnerships & Expansion: Spren has formed partnerships with major fitness platforms like Fitness on Demand, enabling rollouts across over a thousand gyms. These collaborations let gyms effortlessly integrate body composition tracking and personalized coaching for members, meeting the growing demand for accountability and measurable wellness outcomes. 3. Market Learnings & Business Model Shift: Jason shared that initially, Spren focused on offering their technology as an SDK/API for other tech teams to integrate. However, long implementation timelines and the complexity of custom integrations led them to shift toward simple, self-contained solutions that appeal directly to operators and members—and the market has responded positively to this shift. 4. Holistic Data & User Experience: Spren not only tracks body fat and muscle composition but also integrates data from blood labs and wearables to provide a more comprehensive view of a member's health. The company emphasizes user privacy and data ownership, and keeps the member in control of their own data, with growing features for research and cross-platform health data portability. 5. Industry Trends and Actionable Insights: One of the biggest insights from Spren's dataset is that consistent gym-goers and those who work with qualified coaches show significantly better health outcomes. Also, members who focus on muscle building and preservation, not just fat loss, enjoy better long-term outcomes. Jason also noted a shift in club operators showing a greater willingness to pay for high-impact technology that enhances retention and member results, acknowledging that wellness tech can be an investment rather than just an expense. Resources: Jason Moore: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehumanjason Spren: https://www.spren.com Jason's First HALO Talks Episode: https://www.halotalks.com/episode-384-unlocking-biometric-sensing-technology-w-jason-moore-of-spren-elite-hrv Integrity Square: https://www.integritysq.com Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: http://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: http://www.higherdose.com
Climate tech companies face a range of structural challenges to securing the mid stage investment needed to scale their solutions. The lack of capital at this stage prevents many viable, potentially transformative technologies from going mainstream and eliminating gigatons of emissions. That's why we've been running a series of episodes on the Missing Middle in Climate Tech in partnership with Spring Lane Capital. If you haven't heard our previous three episodes in this series, check them out at investedinclimate.com, and if you have ideas of other topics that warrant a Deep Dive series please reach out through the contact form on our website. For the fourth episode in our series, I'm joined by Spring Lane Capital Co-Founder and Partner Rob Day who guest hosts the conversation with Blackhorn Ventures Managing Partner Melissa Cheong. On today's episode, we cover:2:23 – Introducing Blackhorn Ventures & Melissa Chong3:31 – Melissa's Path to Venture Capital & Impact Investing8:44 – Surprises & Learnings in Venture Capital10:13 – Overview of Blackhorn Ventures' Investment Focus & Strategy13:55 – Addressing the Missing Middle: Digital vs. Hardware Solutions17:18 – Leveraging Accepted Hardware & Digital Solutions19:09 – The Role of Vertical Data Pools in Construction and Energy21:03 – AI, Utilities, and the Urgency for Digital Solutions25:10 – Building Resilience & Anti-Fragile Mindsets in Climate Tech28:14 – Exploring New Financing Instruments & Insurance32:21 – Portfolio Example: Formic – Robotics as a Service36:37 – Portfolio Example: King Energy – Solar for Multi-Tenant Properties38:55 – Lessons from Community Solar & Smart Billing40:00 – Takeaways: The Evolving Role of Venture Capital in Climate Impact43:24 – Closing RemarksResources MentionedSpring Lane CapitalBlackhorn VenturesFormicKing EnergyConnect with usRob DayMelissa CheongJason RissmanKeep up with Invested In ClimateSign up for our NewsletterLinkedIn
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Zwei Buben in der Hand, tausend Fragen im Kopf: Fedor Holz‘ Pokerwelt zeigt, warum gute Entscheidungen kein Schutz vor Scheitern sind und wie mentale Widerstandsfähigkeit entsteht, wenn Verluste Alltag werden. Im Gespräch ergründet er, was Bankroll-Management mit Investor:innen-Alltag verbindet, wie Mustererkennung zur Unternehmer:innen-Superkraft wächst und warum echtes Verhandeln auf Vertrauen baut – weit jenseits kalter Ratio. Ein Hinhören für alle, die Chancen mutig spielen, obwohl Unsicherheit bleibt. Du erfährst... …wie Fedor Holz Pokerstrategien auf Business überträgt und Risikomanagement meistert …welche Rolle Mindset und Resilienz in Fedors Erfolgsgeschichte spielen …wie man Menschen lesen lernt und dies in Verhandlungen anwendet …warum Mustererkennung ein Schlüssel zum Erfolg in Poker und Business darstellt …wie Vertrauen und Beziehungen Fedors unternehmerischen Ansatz prägen __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
I chat with Craig Hewitt , founder of Castos. We talk about his journey from running a podcast editing agency to building a SaaS hosting platform. We cover the challenges of bootstrapping, raising funds, and going international. Craig shares how he uses distribution channels, how AI affects small teams, and what it's like to scale in a niche market. We end with advice for indie founders on picking business models, taking risks, and keeping up with tech changes.My twitter: https://x.com/wbetiagoAbout Craig HewittTwitter: https://x.com/TheCraigHewittPodcast: https://roguestartups.com/Timestamps by PodsqueezeGreg's Background and Starting Podcast Motor (00:01:02)Getting First Clients and Sales Approach (00:06:29)US vs. Europe: Customer Acquisition Differences (00:08:25)Localization and Multi-Currency Pricing (00:13:18)Transition from Agency to SaaS: Castus (00:16:30)Distribution Channels and Product Positioning (00:19:06)Impact of AI on Team and Product Development (00:25:28)Bootstrapping vs. Raising Money: Tiny Seed Experience (00:30:25)Agency vs. SaaS: Which to Start First? (00:31:33)Tiny Seed Accelerator: Value and Learnings (00:35:55)Distribution, Churn, and Growth Challenges (00:38:56)Balancing Family, Agency, SaaS, and Accelerator (00:41:05)Using Investment to Scale and the Realities of Raising Money (00:44:05)Investor Returns and Exit Expectations (00:51:19)Podcasting Market Realities and Churn (00:54:10)Pricing, Retention, and Content Marketing Plateau (00:57:23)What to Do When Growth Plateaus (01:00:59)AI's Impact on SaaS and the Economy (01:10:21)US vs. Europe: Entrepreneurial Mindset Differences (01:14:53)Conclusion and Where to Find Greg (01:17:58)Links and MentionsTools and Websites"Castos": "00:01:02""Podcast Motor": "00:01:02""Audacity": "00:05:40""Ecom from Skype": "00:05:40""Blueberry": "00:05:50""Buzzsprout": "00:05:50""Seriously Simple Podcasting": "00:17:36""HubSpot": "00:19:14""Cursor": "00:15:11""Zencastr": "00:22:33""Zoom": "00:22:33""Figma": "00:24:26""Cursor": "00:27:41""TinySeed": "00:30:25""11 Labs": "00:26:30""Claude": "00:26:30""Marnus": "00:26:30""TinySeed": "00:48:33""WordPress": "00:51:19""Podsqueeze": "00:54:10""Apple Podcast Connect": "00:55:13""Rogue Startups": "01:17:58"Books"Steal Like an Artist": "00:19:31"Videos and Podcasts"Nathan Barry's Podcast": "01:08:40"
After such a monstrous crime, I bring you Chase Hughes with a beautiful summary of what we need to do now (subscribe to Chase here: https://www.youtube.com/@chasehughesofficial) ...and at the end of this video, top right there's a link to much more detail on exactly WHO is to blame, in my discussion with the brilliant Alex Krainer.NOTE: My extensive research and interviewing / video/sound editing and travel to counter totalitarianism does require support - please consider helping if you can with monthly donation to support me directly, or one-off payment: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=69ZSTYXBMCN3W - alternatively join up with my Patreon - exclusive Vlogs/content and monthly zoom meetings with the second tier upwards: https://www.patreon.com/IvorCummins
In this episode, the hosts break down a jaw-dropping $6.5M AI-driven OnlyFans agency for sale—raising questions about revenue math, adult industry risks, and whether it's genius or just gross.Business Listing – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EXFqF7L2x2LeM5ncFNfDEqRk6iRhDHiT/view?usp=sharingWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
Martin Böhringer, Gründer von Staffbase, spricht über seinen Weg vom gescheiterten ersten Startup zum erfolgreichen Unternehmen. Er teilt, warum sein erstes Startup trotz Venture Capital scheiterte, wie er daraus die richtigen Learnings zog und wie er mit Staffbase von Anfang an alles anders machte. Was du lernst: Wie du aus Fehlern die richtigen Learnings ziehst Die Balance zwischen Vision und Realität Warum Kundenprobleme wichtiger als Technologie sind Wie du große Enterprise-Kunden richtig managst ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://zez.am/unicornbakery Mehr zu Martin: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinboehringer/ Website: https://staffbase.com/ Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/
In this episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse engages with Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez-Mielke, an expert in talent development and organizational analysis, who offers insights on cultural competence and adaptability. Dr. Alejandra shares her journey from Monterey, Mexico, to the United States, highlighting the importance of learning and teaching throughout her career. She emphasizes the significance of interpersonal skills, understanding cultural scripts, and being respectfully curious to thrive in diverse workplaces. This enlightening discussion delves into how cultural awareness can impact workplace dynamics, especially in safety, and offers valuable advice for young professionals seeking growth. Tune in to gain practical tips on overcoming fear, embracing flexibility, and fostering meaningful connections at work.Connect with Alejandra: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandramielke/00:00 Introduction and Adapting to Change00:44 Meet Dr. Alejandra Rodriguez Mielke02:43 The Power of Curiosity and Action04:52 Organizational Analysis and Human Dynamics15:04 Challenges in Leadership and Management29:10 Cultural Competence and Personal Growth32:30 From Teen Dreams to Professional Realities33:08 Embracing Human Connections Beyond Credentials34:04 Understanding and Developing Cultural Competence36:03 Cultural Differences and Workplace Safety37:40 Respectful Curiosity and Cultural Cruise Control39:08 Personal Stories of Cultural Cruise Control47:13 The Courage to Connect and Overcome Rejection53:38 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Dr. AlejandraDesign the Life You have Always Wanted: https://www.depthbuilder.com/do-the-damn-thing Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Behttps://www.depthbuilder.com/books
Du willst wissen, wie du dich als Coach, Berater:in oder Personenmarke wirklich unverwechselbar und erfolgreich positionierst? Ich spreche mit Peter Wagner (https://https://betaboards.at/)– einem Mann, der nicht nur ein Snowboard-Unternehmen vom Wohnzimmer aus aufgebaut hat, sondern aus Prinzip authentisch und ehrlich lebt. Hier bekommst du Inspiration ohne Chichi, Klartext und jede Menge Praxistipps für deinen eigenen Markterfolg.
digital kompakt | Business & Digitalisierung von Startup bis Corporate
Bilder wirken wie eine zweite Identität – sie enthüllen, was Worte verschweigen. Visual Personal Branding beginnt dort, wo Standardporträts enden: mit der Frage, warum jede Lebensspur mehr verdient als Austauschbarkeit. Fashion-Fotografin Linda Böse übersetzt biografische Tiefe, Haltung und Unangepasstheit in bildliche Präsenz, die auffällt und berührt. Was KI nie spüren wird, entsteht aus ehrlicher Begegnung. Wer sichtbar sein will, zeigt sich nicht, sondern wird gesehen – mit allen Brüchen und Farben. Du erfährst... …wie Visual Personal Branding die Persönlichkeit sichtbar macht …warum generische Businessfotos der Vergangenheit angehören …wie Linda Böse individuelle Bildwelten für Unternehmer*innen kreiert …welchen Einfluss visuelle Darstellung auf die Wahrnehmung hat …wie man mit authentischen Bildern eine starke Marke aufbaut __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
Dr. Matthias Braband hat den Sprung aus dem sicheren Angestelltenjob in die Selbstständigkeit gewagt. Im Gespräch erzählt er, warum er so lange gezögert hat, welche ersten Schritte wirklich entscheidend waren und welche Learnings er auf dem Weg gesammelt hat. Du erfährst, wie er Kunden gewinnt, welche Stolpersteine er erlebt hat und warum er heute sagt: „Ich hätte viel früher starten sollen.“ Eine Folge für alle Ingenieur:innen, die mit dem Gedanken spielen, selbst unternehmerisch tätig zu werden!Mehr zu Matthias findest du hier: https://www.innovatx.de/Mehr über Ingenieurshelden findest du hier:https://ingenieurshelden.de/linkedin.com/in/dr-thomas-loebel
Fructose-Intoleranz, Carboloading, Recovery-Hacks und die Wahrheit über Supplements: Mit Roger Milenk (Squeezy) geht's um smarte Ernährung im Radsport – und meine eigenen Learnings aus der Praxis. Immer mehr Kohlenhydrate im Radsport – 120g, 150g, ja sogar 300g pro Stunde werden empfohlen. Doch ist das wirklich sinnvoll oder geht die Entwicklung in die völlig falsche Richtung? In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Roger Milenk, Inhaber von Squeezy Nutrition, über das Spannungsfeld zwischen Kohlenhydraten (Carbs), Fructose, Glucose, Darmverträglichkeit, Ultra-Strategien und meinen persönlichen Learnings in Sachen Ernährung & Supplements.
MINSETFOLGE In dieser persönlichen Folge reflektiere ich über die erste Jahreshälfte und gebe euch Einblick in meine größten Learnings als Unternehmerin der letzten 8 Monate. Ich spreche über Teamzuwachs, neue Routinen, kreative Sehnsucht – und darüber, wie wichtig es ist, Klarheit im Business-Alltag zu gewinnen. Eine Folge über Wachstum, Verantwortung und das bewusste Loslassen.
ZUM INHALT Ohne die Führungskräfte in der Linie hat EHS vor Ort kaum eine Chance, wirksam zu werden. Sie sind die Leuchttürme der Alltagspraxis. Nur sie können sicherstellen, dass Schutz- und Sicherheitsregeln in der täglichen Routine "überleben". Mit Dominik Graner spreche ich darüber, wie ein unternehmensweites Kultur- und Werteprojekt EHS aus der Ecke holt und die Brücke in die Führungspraxis schlägt. Er konnte über HR und die Personalentwicklung direkt mit Führungskräften arbeiten, Vertrauen aufbauen und seine Rolle als EHS-Manager entscheidend ausweiten. Anhand konkreter Erfahrungen zeigt er, – welche Trainingsinhalte bei Führungskräften wirklich wirken, – wie er als Fachkraft seinen Beitrag Schritt für Schritt ausbauen konnte und – welche persönlichen Learnings ihm helfen, Arbeitssicherheit sichtbarer und wirksamer zu machen. Kurz: Reichlich Erfahrungsschätze für die Praxis... SHOWNOTES Mehr zum Thema? Die Kerninhalte der Episode, weiterführende Fragen und Verweise finden sich im [BLOG-"Steckbrief" ](https://susannepetersen.com/podcast-94-mit-der-fuehrung-vom-wert-zur-wirkung/) Linkedin-Profil von [Dominik Graner](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominik-graner-14753219a/) Fragen oder Feedback? Immer gern! z.B. über Mail an info@susannepetersen.com Sind wir schon vernetzt? Hier über [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/susannepetersen/)
Hier findest Du die Shownotes / Links zur heutigen Episode: In dieser spannenden Episode tauchen wir tief in die Welt der Künstlichen Intelligenz in der Zahnmedizin ein! Unser Gast ist Dr. Kim Kubiack, Zahnärztin, Gründerin, Mutter von Zwillingen und CEO von Dental Twin. Sie hat ihre eigene Praxis aufgebaut, Unternehmen gegründet und bringt jetzt KI in deinen Praxisalltag – und zwar so, dass Zahnärztinnen und Zahnärzte wirklich entlastet werden. Wir sprechen darüber, wie Kim diesen mutigen Weg gegangen ist und welche Herausforderungen sie als Frau in einer männerdominierten Branche gemeistert hat. Vor allem aber erfährst du, wie KI deinen Praxisalltag revolutionieren kann und warum das Thema Mindset dabei so entscheidend ist. Kim teilt ihre ganz persönlichen Learnings aus ihrer Reise – von den Anfängen des "Machine Learnings" vor 15 Jahren bis zur Gründung ihres Raketen-Start-ups DentalTwin, das in den letzten anderthalb Jahren von einem auf über 20 feste Mitarbeiter gewachsen ist. Die wichtigsten Erkenntnisse: - KI entlastet dein Praxisteam massiv: Dental Twin automatisiert zeitintensive Aufgaben wie das Erstellen von Provisorien. Das spart dir und deinen Mitarbeiterinnen jede Menge Arbeitszeit und Nerven. Zahnersatz neu denken mit generativer KI: Dank Dental Twin werden komplette Kieferabschnitte und verlorene Zähne KI-basiert rekonstruiert – das vereinfacht komplexe prothetische Fälle enorm und spart dir zahlreiche manuelle Schritte. - Mut zum Risiko: Kim Kubiack hat ihre etablierte Praxis für ihr KI-Startup aufgegeben: Kims Geschichte zeigt, dass der Sprung ins Startup-Leben extrem herausfordernd ist, aber mit Leidenschaft und Überzeugung zu revolutionären Lösungen führen kann. - Dein Mindset entscheidet über die KI-Zukunft deiner Praxis: Wer heute noch keinen Intra-Oral-Scanner nutzt, verpasst den Anschluss an die digitale Zahnmedizin. Die Basis für KI-Lösungen ist eine digitale Arbeitsweise und die Bereitschaft zur Veränderung. - Der Patient von morgen wählt die digitale Praxis: Zukünftig werden Patienten Praxen bevorzugen, die dank KI schnellere, effizientere und qualitativ hochwertigere Behandlungen anbieten können. Visionen wie KI-Roboter und Augmented Reality sind näher, als du denkst. Kontakt zu Patrick und Klaus: - [Patrick > LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-neumann-3bb03b128) - patrick.neumann@parsmedia.info - [Klaus > LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/klausschenkmann) - klaus.schenkmann@parsmedia.info - Telefonat mit Klaus: [Buche gerne einen Termin](https://doodle.com/bp/klausschenkmann/marketing-talk-mit-klaus) Immer für Dich am Start: - [parsmedia Website](https://parsmedia.info) - [Praxismarketing-Blog](https://parsmedia.info/praxismarketing-blog) - [parsmedia Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/parsmedia.praxismarketing) - [parsmedia Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/parsmedia.praxismarketing) - [parsmedia YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@die.praxismarketing.agentur/podcasts) - [parsmedia alle Episoden auf einen Blick](https://parsmedia.info/marketing-podcast/) - Intro-Stimme: [Annette Hardinghaus](https://annettesprecherin.de) - Soundfiles: [DJ ActiMax](https://www.instagram.com/actimaxdj) – Produktion: [Podcast-Agentur Podcastliebe](https://podcastliebe.net/)
On Call with Insignia Ventures with Yinglan Tan and Paulo Joquino
Thothathri Srinivasan (who goes by "Tho") is the Head of AI and Engineering at Flip, one of Indonesia's largest consumer fintech companies. With over a decade of experience in Silicon Valley, Tho has built products and systems at some of the world's most recognizable tech companies including Groupon, Netflix, and Pinterest.Originally from Bangalore, India, Tho began his career in electronics and software engineering before moving to the United States in 2010 to pursue his master's degree in computer science. His Silicon Valley journey started at Groupon in 2011, where he worked on merchant-facing products and learned the fundamentals of dynamic pricing and A/B testing. He then spent six years at Netflix Studio, building the infrastructure that powers content rights management, deals, and contracts - essentially everything from "pitch to play" in Netflix's content ecosystem.After a stint at Pinterest working on shopping monetization, Tho briefly explored the AI startup space before relocating to Southeast Asia with his family. His transition to the region led him to Flip, where he now leads AI and engineering for Indonesia's growing fintech market. Tho is also an alumnus of Insignia Ventures Academy's Certificate in Venture Capital program and became involved in angel investing through the XA Network, bringing his technical expertise to early-stage startup evaluation and mentorship.Follow Tho on LinkedInTranscriptTimestamps(00:00) Introduction to Tho;(03:32) Driving merchant sales at Groupon; (05:15) Building rights and compliance technology at Netflix(09:24) Monetization at Pinterest;(11:25) Moving to Indonesia and joining Flip;(13:23) Joining Insignia Ventures Academy;(17:03) Joining XA Network;(19:03) Learnings from IVA; Follow us on LinkedIn for more updatesCheck out Insignia Business Review for more insightsSubscribe to our monthly newsletter for all the news and resourcesDirected by Paulo JoquiñoProduced by Paulo JoquiñoThe content of this podcast is for informational purposes only, should not be taken as legal, tax, or business advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security, and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any Insignia Ventures fund. Any and all opinions shared in this episode are solely personal thoughts and reflections of the guest and the host.
Wie führt man ein junges Team, skaliert mit Haltung – und bleibt dabei Mensch?In dieser besonderen Folge ist Jason Modemann, Gründer von Mawave und New Com, zu Gast – und diesmal nicht als Host, sondern als Interviewter. Mit Michael spricht er über echtes Unternehmertum, Fehlerkultur, seine ganz persönliche Leadership-Reise und das System hinter dem Erfolg von Mawave.Dabei wird klar: Es geht nicht um den schnellen Exit oder leere Buzzwords – sondern um Menschen, Systeme und Haltung. Jason teilt seine Prinzipien aus seinem neuen Buch "Always Hungry, Never Greedy" spricht über schmerzhafte Learnings und warum Unternehmen drei Stakeholder im Gleichgewicht halten müssen: Team, Kunden und Company.Außerdem: Wie man als Gründer wirklich abschalten lernt und welche Fehler auch die besten Teams machen.__________Flaconi:Deutschland: Einfach und entspannt Beauty und Parfum auf www.flaconi.de shoppen: Mit dem Code “NEWCOM10” sparst du bis zum 31.08.2025 10 % ab einem Mindestbestellwert von 59 €.*Österreich: Einfach und entspannt Beauty und Parfum auf www.flaconi.at shoppen: Mit dem Code “NEWCOM10” sparst du bis zum 31.08.2025 10 % ab einem Mindestbestellwert von 59 €.*Schweiz: Einfach und entspannt Beauty und Parfum auf www.flaconi.ch shoppen: Mit dem Code “NEWCOM10” sparst du bis zum 31.08.2025 10 % ab einem Mindestbestellwert von 59 CHF.**Der Rabatt gilt nicht auf ausgeschlossene Marken und Produkte und ist nicht mit anderen Aktionen kombinierbar.Ausgeschlossene Marken & Produkte: CHANEL, Clive Christian, CREED, DR. BARBARA STURM, Emil Élise, ESSENTIAL PARFUMS, Gritti, HISTOIRES de PARFUMS, Initio, Laboratorio Olfattivo, LEN FRAGRANCE, Liquides Imaginaires, LORENZO VILLORESI, M.Micallef, Maison Crivelli, Maison Tahité, Moroccanoil, Pana Dora, Parfums de Marly, Perroy, Roberto Ugolini, Sensai, Simone Andreoli, Une Nuit Nomade, V CANTO, WIDIAN, XERJOFFNicht mit anderen Aktionen kombinierbar.
CHICK FIGHTS - Fressattacken und Binge Eating endlich überwinden
Viele denken, emotionales Essen sei gleich ein Problem. Doch der Unterschied zwischen bewusstem emotionalen Essen und echten Essanfällen ist entscheidend für deine Heilung. In dieser Folge erfährst du, warum es nicht darum geht, Kontrolle zu verlieren – sondern Verbindung zu gewinnen.
In dieser Folge des Onlineshop Geflüster Podcasts geht es um ein Thema, das viele Unternehmer bremst – Perfektionismus. Ich erzähle dir, warum genau dieser Anspruch dich beim Skalieren deines Onlineshops massiv ausbremst und was du stattdessen tun solltest, um wirklich voranzukommen. Du erfährst, warum Geschwindigkeit im E-Commerce entscheidend ist und wie du mehr Tests, Learnings und Fortschritt mit weniger Aufwand erreichst. Viel Spaß beim Anhören! Dein Berend. __________ Mache den ersten Schritt und buche dir eine kostenlose SHOPANALYSE: https://www.berend-heins.de/termin Wenn du sofort tiefer einsteigen willst: Hol dir mit unserem Onlinekurs die kugelsichere Komplettanleitung für profitable Meta Ads im eCommerce.
In this episode, the hosts dissect a $12M IV therapy franchise deal in oil-rich Midland, Texas—and uncover a mix of sketchy math, questionable branding, and a saturated niche market.Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
In this episode of the Soil Sisters Podcast, meet our farmer friend and regenerative agriculture advocate Tim Auld. We discuss the recent Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference, where Tim participated in a three-day grazing masterclass - and where this conversation was recorded. Tim shares insights he gained on soil health, grazing practices, and adaptive livestock management. The conversation highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability in farming, the impact of healthy soil on food systems, and the benefits of community involvement in agricultural advocacy. Tim also elaborates on his personal journey toward regenerative farming, some lessons he learned, and the importance of consumers' choices to support responsible agriculture.TIME STAMPS00:00 Soil Sisters Podcast From Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference00:30 Introducing Tim Auld01:04 Insights from the SFFFS Conf. Grazing Masterclass03:49 Challenges and Learnings in Grazing Management08:54 Defining Regenerative Agriculture15:42 Navigating Agricultural Policies and Programs24:36 Local Soil and Water Health Activism25:05 Getting Involved in Local Conservation Efforts25:45 The Importance of Community Participation27:09 Navigating State-Level Advocacy30:46 Personal Journey and Family Farm Background36:59 Advice for Consumers on Agriculture and Food Choices40:26 The Future of Our Food System43:11 Community and Educational Initiatives44:27 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements
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Motivationskicks zerfallen, wenn Verbindung nur im Workshop entsteht und der Alltag zur Bühne für alte Muster wird. Vanessa Laszlo zeigt, warum Teams Selbstmotivation aus Sinn, Sicherheit und Gemeinschaft ziehen – und was fehlt, wenn Maßnahmen wie Urlaub wirken, aber den Alltag unberührt lassen. Kollektive Stärke entsteht dort, wo Führung Regelkommunikation nutzt und Hierarchiesensitivität abbaut. Eine Spurensuche zu echter Performance, die bleibt. Du erfährst... ...wie Führungskräfte eine nachhaltige Performancekultur etablieren ...warum Regelkommunikation der Schlüssel zu erfolgreicher Teamführung ist ...wie psychologische Sicherheit und Sichtbarkeit Motivation fördern ...warum Investitionen in Workshops allein nicht ausreichen ...wie Hierarchiesensitivität die Teamdynamik beeinflusst __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
We're joined by a truly inspiring guest who is changing the face of angel investing. Sarah Turner, the founder of Angel Academe, is on a mission to bring more women into the world of startups, both as investors and as founders.What started as an observation about the lack of women in investment rooms has grown into a thriving community of over a thousand investors. In this episode, we'll hear Sarah's incredible story, from the challenges of building this ecosystem to the shocking realities of funding disparities in the VC world. We'll also dive into the future of investing, the impact of AI, and what it really takes to succeed as an entrepreneur.Links: ⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comAngel Academe website - https://www.angelacademe.com/Sarah Turner on Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahturneruk/
In this episode, the hosts dissect a $12M IV therapy franchise deal in oil-rich Midland, Texas—and uncover a mix of sketchy math, questionable branding, and a saturated niche market.Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
Tell us what you think of the show! This summer, key stakeholders across the state of California teamed up for a first-of-its-kind, coordinated test of virtual power plant (or VPP) capabilities. Thousands of systems dispatched a whopping 535 megawatts and reduced net load during the evening peak in a successful demonstration of the potential impact that distributed energy resources can have.On this episode of the podcast, Factor This host Paul Gerke welcomes Kendrick Li, who handles demand response for Pacific Gas and Electric Company, one of the three California utilities that teamed up for the massive VPP test. Their conversation starts at the 101 level, then gets deep into the weeds on how these systems work, how they might be deployed, and the roadblocks to larger customer adoption.Want to make a suggestion for This Week in Cleantech? Nominate the stories that caught your eye each week by emailing Paul.Gerke@clarionevents.com
Herzlich Willkommen zur 145. Ausgabe des BiketourGlobal Podcast Season 2!Alexander Kopp hat sich einer der härtesten Bikepacking-Herausforderungen der Welt gestellt: dem Silk Road Mountain Race 2025. In dieser Folge sprechen wir über seine Vorbereitung, das Leben im Sattel im Hochgebirge, zwischen Kälte und Flussquerungen, und wie er es in die Top 10 geschafft hat. Außerdem geht es um mentale Stärke, technische Learnings und Ausrüstung.Viel Spaß!ShownotesAlex auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ali___popp/Quelle MusikTropic Fuse - French Fuse aus dem YT Creator StudioQuelle Bilder Alexander Kopp
Jennifer „Jenny“ Gartmann zählt zu den prägenden Athletinnen der deutschen Masters-Leichtathletik: Mehrkampf, Hürdensprint, Athletensprecherin – und neu im Medical Panel der World Masters Athletics. In dieser MainAthlet-Folge geht's um ihr Comeback nach einer langen Verletzung, um smarte Trainingsprinzipien im Masters-Alter und darum, warum Leichtathletik für sie „Zuhause“ ist. Update: Kurz nach der Aufnahme stand Jenny bereits wieder im Startblock – ihr erster Wettkampf nach der Pause.
In this episode, the hosts break down a $4.6M rural golf course deal with sketchy financials, a possible connection to Blackwater, and more red flags than a PGA tournament.Business Listing – https://www.loopnet.com/biz/business-opportunity/the-golf-club-and-grill-at-eagle-creek/1870370/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
In this no-bullshido episode of Hoots on the Ground, host Adam Hoots reconnects with Jesse “Chuy” Hernandez—the plumber's son turned foreman, GC leader, consultant, author, and unapologetic “selfish servant.” Jesse shares his journey from apprentice to industry thought leader, tying sobriety, service, and Lean thinking together. He breaks down his three leadership lessons—zoom level, time horizon, and lingo—and shows how those same gaps cause project failures. Adam and Jesse also tackle problem-solving, the power of listening with eyes and ears, the myth of the “indispensable superintendent,” and why sometimes the fastest fix is deciding something isn't a problem. They preview the upcoming LCI Congress, scheduled for October 20-24, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, including Jesse's “Sweat Equity Improvement” workshop, and close with his next mission: training for a full Ironman to prove ordinary people can do extraordinary things. Key takeaways include: · Leadership maturity evolves through zoom level, time horizon, and lingo — meet people where they are, not where you want them to be. · The fastest way to solve a problem? Decide it's not a problem — and focus on the ones that truly matter. · Lean isn't about efficiency—it's about building people's problem-solving capabilities through improving work. · Listening with your eyes and ears is the highest-leverage technology in construction; forget the dashboards, pay attention to people. RESOURCE LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: · The Lean Builder | https://theleanbuilder.com/ | Blog, book, resources, and a hub for the lean construction community. · LCI – Lean Construction Institute | https://leanconstruction.org/ | Training, events, and thought leadership in Lean Construction. · LCI Congress 2025 | https://congress.leanconstruction.org/ | Annual gathering of lean-minded builders and leaders in Arlington, TX. · “Becoming the Promise You Are Intended to Be” by Jesse Hernandez | https://www.depthbuilder.com/books | Inspiring lessons on leadership, service, and growth. · “Lean in Love” by Jesse Hernandez and Jennifer Lacy | https://www.depthbuilder.com/books | Exploring Lean principles through the lens of human connection. · “Learnings and Missteps” Podcast, Hosted by Jesse Hernandez | https://www.learningsandmissteps.com/ | Featuring stories from the trades and beyond. · “Brace Me: The Lean Framework for Love and Leadership” by Sam Sinclair | https://www.amazon.com/BRACE-ME-Lean-Framework-Leadership/dp/B0FJJPJ34F | A superintendent's perspective on building, resilience, and leadership. GUESTS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: · Adam Hoots | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamhoots/ | Podcast host for Hoots on the Ground and Lean Construction Shepherd with ConstructionACHEsolutions. · Jesse “Chewy” Hernandez | LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessedepthbuilder/ | Author, Speaker, Consultant, and Advocate for Human-Centered Leadership and Lean Construction. ABOUT HOOTS ON THE GROUND PODCAST:The Lean Builder's absolutely, positively NO Bullshido podcast. Join host Adam Hoots and his guests as they dig deep into topics that matter most to those in the field. With stories from the trenches, lessons learned, and plenty of laughter, this podcast is for the men and women doing the hands-on work of construction.
In this episode, the hosts break down a $4.6M rural golf course deal with sketchy financials, a possible connection to Blackwater, and more red flags than a PGA tournament.Business Listing – https://www.loopnet.com/biz/business-opportunity/the-golf-club-and-grill-at-eagle-creek/1870370/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
My guest today is Steven Puri, founder of the Sukha, that offers solutions to help individuals increase their productivity through being in a flow state.Steven was a senior executive at DreamWorks Pictures and 20th Century Fox, who has successfully transitioned into the tech industry.He shares his career journey, from producing computer graphics for movies like 'Independence Day' to his ventures in the tech space, raising $21 million in venture capital.He discusses the importance of cross-domain learning, productivity, and achieving a flow state.Steven delves into how his background in both film and tech has shaped his approach to managing remote and hybrid teams, emphasizing the significance of meaningful work and the right conditions for flow.He also introduces his company, Suka, that has been built based on insights into various tools and techniques. This episode offers useful insights for leaders and individuals aiming to enhance their productivity and creativity.Among the topics he covers are:Career in the Entertainment IndustryTransition to Tech and EntrepreneurshipChallenges and Learnings from FailuresBuilding Remote and Hybrid TeamsCreative Brainstorms and Flow StatesLeadership and Team DynamicsMaintaining Culture in Remote TeamsThe Rise of Gig WorkThe Trigger for SukaCreating a Flow State AppOvercoming ProcrastinationThe Importance of MusicBuilding a Supportive CommunitySynchronizing Team FlowTips for Leaders to Foster FlowSteven is the Founder and CEO of The Sukha Company with the mission to help millions of people find their focus, achieve more and have a healthy work life. Steven's career started as a newscaster/interviewer for the #1 youth news show in the DC/Baltimore market (on WTTG-TV) and then as a junior software engineer & Thomas J. Watson Scholar at IBM. After attending USC in Los Angeles, he began working in film production and produced computer-generated visual effects for 14 movies including Independence Day which won the Academy Award for Visual Effects. Steven's first tech company was Centropolis Effects that produced those CGI effects, and he eventually sold it to the German media conglomerate Das Werk when he was 28. Steven then produced some indie films and eventually went studio-side to develop and produce live-action features as a VP of Development & Production at 20th Century Fox (running the Die Hard and Wolverine franchises) and an EVP at DreamWorks Pictures for Kurtzman-Orci Productions where he worked on Star Trek, Transformers and more. After Fox, Steven returned to building tech companies and founded The Sukha Company - ‘sukha' means ‘happiness from self-fulfillment' in Sanskrit. The Sukha is a focus app that bundles all the tools necessary to have a focused experience and a healthy, productive workday. Steven lives in Austin, TX now.
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MeToo bleibt oft unsichtbar – doch sexuelle Belästigung und Mobbing schaden nicht nur Einzelnen, sondern ganzen Teams. Juristin Carolin Raspé und Fachanwalt Jan Heuer rücken verzerrte Bilder gerade, zeigen, wie subtil Grenzüberschreitungen im Jobumfeld entstehen und warum Schweigen niemanden schützt. Zwischen Ohnmacht, strukturellen Schwächen und mutigen Stimmen entstehen Wege, die Verantwortung nicht abzuschieben, sondern herauszufinden, wie Kultur wirklich verändert werden kann. Du erfährst... …wie Unternehmen präventiv gegen Mobbing und Belästigung vorgehen können …welche rechtlichen Schritte bei sexueller Belästigung am Arbeitsplatz möglich sind …warum klare Kommunikation und Schulungen im Unternehmen entscheidend sind …wie Betroffene von Mobbing und Belästigung Unterstützung finden …welche Rolle Unternehmenskultur bei der Prävention von Übergriffen spielt __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
Was macht erfolgreiche Führung über Jahrzehnte aus? Vera Schneevoigt blickt auf 40 Jahre im Topmanagement zurück und verrät, wie Authentizität, Resilienz und ein starkes Netzwerk den Unterschied machen.In dieser Podcastfolge #398 von Vera Strauch und Vera Schneevoigt erfährst du:Warum du nicht alles allein machen solltestWie du konstruktive Kritik annimmstWeshalb es sich lohnt, auch an den eigenen Schwächen zu arbeitenWie ein stabiles Umfeld dich mental stark hältVera teilt ehrliche Einblicke aus Restrukturierungsprozessen, persönlichen Krisen und darüber, wie man trotz hoher Verantwortung gesund bleibt – mental und körperlich.Die lange Version des Interviews findest du hier.Alle Links und Details der Episode #397 hier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode the hosts break down a surprisingly solid liquor store deal in Washington, DC, questioning whether a 3x multiple and $500K SDE is too good to be true.Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/buy-a-business/listings/80yrs-old-sba-appd-profitable-corner-liquor-biz-in-nw-dc-Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
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Strategischer Zugang zum Kapitalmarkt beginnt oft mit Unsicherheit: Wer als Unternehmen wachsen möchte, sucht Wege zur Sichtbarkeit bei institutionellen Investoren. Majda Allalou von Berenberg zeigt, wie Corporate Access als Brücke zwischen Management und Investor:innen funktioniert – jenseits von Zahlen, mit Fokus auf Beziehungen, Vertrauen und Timing. Jede Roadshow, jede Begegnung birgt Potenziale und Risiken. Echte Wirkung entsteht erst, wenn Menschen einander zuhören – und Zukunft gemeinsam gestalten. Du erfährst... …wie Corporate Access Unternehmen und Investoren strategisch verbindet …welche Formate und Effekte Corporate Access für Wachstum bietet …wie die Berenberg Bank Unternehmen bei der Kapitalmarktpräsenz unterstützt …warum langfristige Beziehungen zu Investoren entscheidend sind …wie man durch Corporate Access den Unternehmenswert nachhaltig steigert __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
Willkommen zur dritten Staffel der Change Management Rockstars!Ich bin der Maik und freue mich riesig, mit euch diesen Herbst in die 3. Staffel meines Podcasts zu starten.Wie manche von euch bereits mitbekommen haben, bin ich seit April in einem neuen Abschnitt unterwegs – raus aus der Komfortzone, hinein in die Selbständigkeit mit Pitstop Consulting.Ich helfe Führungskräften in neuen Rollen dabei, die Probezeit erfolgreich zu meistern – denn gerade die ersten 100 Tage entscheiden oft über langfristigen Führungserfolg. Und ich erlebe zu häufig, dass Menschen trotzstarker Kompetenzen und hoher Motivation oft mit Unsicherheit und Überraschungen konfrontiert sind. Das muss nicht sein. Und dafür habe ich den LeadershipPitstop entwickelt.Ein zentrales Element dabei ist das Stakeholder Management – ein Bereich, der so komplex undgleichzeitig so entscheidend ist, dass ich ihm die komplette Staffel 3 widme. Denn egal ob neue Führungskraft, Projektleiter, HR-Profi oder Geschäftsführer:Dein Erfolg steht und fällt mit der Fähigkeit, die richtigen Menschen zu erkennen, zu gewinnen und zu begeistern.Mit Pitstop Consulting habe ich basierend auf meinen 5 Jahren bei Deloitte und PwC eine eigene Methode entwickelt – die sogenannte Pitstop-Methode.Pitstop bedeutet Boxenstopp. Wie in der Formel 1 gilt: Zeit ist Geld. Deshalb setze ich in der Zusammenarbeit mit meinen Kunden immer auf pointierte, pragmatische Lösungen.Und beim Thema Gespräch sind wir natürlich auch schon bei der Gästeauswahl dieser Staffel: Unternehmer:innen, Solopreneure, Beraterinnen, Autor:innen, Coaches, HR-Profis und digitale Innovator:innen – Menschen auspulsierenden Großkonzernen, kreativen Mittelständlern, mutigen Start-ups und der Wissenschaft. Was sie alle verbindet: Leidenschaft für Führung undVeränderung und die Bereitschaft, Wissen, Fehler, Learnings und neue Perspektiven offen zu teilen.Was beschäftigt euch gerade am meisten? Du stehst selbst vor einer neuen Führungsrolle oder leitest eine Transformation? Dann lass uns reden! Schickt mir einfach euren Vorschlag über meine Website www.pitstop-consulting.de. Nutzt diese Chance und macht mit!Auf eine inspirierende, praktische und zutiefst menschliche dritte Staffel – hier bei Change Management Rockstars!Let's Pitstop together.
In this episode the hosts break down a surprisingly solid liquor store deal in Washington, DC, questioning whether a 3x multiple and $500K SDE is too good to be true.Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/buy-a-business/listings/80yrs-old-sba-appd-profitable-corner-liquor-biz-in-nw-dc-Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
In this episode, the hosts analyze a Colorado gun range and retail shop listed at $2M, diving into regulatory risks, slim margins, and whether the business is worth its heavy inventory investment.Business Listing – https://www.tworld.com/agents/charleymitchell/listings/turnkey-and-established-gun-range-and-shopWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.
In this episode of the APCDA Podcast, we sit down with Rahul Nath, founder and creative director of Vertical Slice Games Media. From an unconventional start in the gaming industry to directing films and building an immersive media studio, Rahul shares how resilience, curiosity, and a love for craft have guided his career. He reflects on pivotal life moments, lessons from failure, and why staying uncomfortable fuels growth. This conversation is rich with insights on creativity, entrepreneurship, and designing a career on your own terms. Shownotes: 0:00 Learnings by the hosts 4:12 Introduction of the guest 5:20 About the guest - Who is Rahul 7:15 What motivates and drives him 11:05 Getting started in the gaming industry 12:20 Create your own luck 13:15 Do it for the love of craft and other things will follow 15:00 Formative years 19:53 3 pivotal moments 22:28 Starting film directing 25:55 Most important career decision to date 29:30 Lessons learnt in life 33:18 What's next 39:15 Best career advice
In this insightful episode of the Learnings and Missteps podcast, host Jesse interviews Kabri Luhrman Schmid, a nationally recognized construction influencer and project superintendent at Hensel Phelps. Kabri shares her 18-year journey in the construction industry, focusing on complex projects and redefining leadership. The conversation delves into her approach to jobsite leadership, emphasizing the importance of creating environments where workers feel valued and empowered to contribute. Kabri discusses the concept of psychological safety, the role of effective communication, and the impact of building trust within teams. She also touches on the challenges and rewards of being a change agent in a traditionally rigid industry. Throughout the episode, Kabri's authentic passion for people and process improvement shines through, making this a must-listen for anyone in the construction field.00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest02:32 Diving into Job Site Leadership04:11 Personal Experiences and Leadership Style06:59 Challenges and Consensus Building10:55 Impact of Leadership on Job Sites11:07 Listener Shoutout and Feedback12:45 Early Career Lessons and Mentorship14:27 The Importance of Listening and Learning21:12 Creating a Learning Environment on Job Sites27:31 The Value of Human-Centric Leadership30:12 The Impact of Long-Term Industry Experience30:41 Championing Mental Health and Wellbeing in Construction32:00 Building Relationships and Overcoming Friction32:53 The Power of Small Actions in Creating Change34:09 Navigating Leadership and Performance Evaluations47:06 The Importance of Psychological Safety52:58 Authentic Leadership and Industry Recognition57:41 Final Thoughts and Connecting with the AudienceDesign the Life You have Always Wanted: https://www.depthbuilder.com/do-the-damn-thing Download a PDF copy of Becoming the Promise You are Intended to Behttps://www.depthbuilder.com/books
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Unternehmen stehen stets vor der Herausforderung, Veränderungsprozesse erfolgreich zu gestalten und zu kommunizieren. Joel Kaczmarek und Christoph Grimm diskutieren die subtile Kunst des Change Managements bei Signal Iduna. Christoph, Abteilungsleiter für Change und New Work bei Signal Iduna, teilt seine Erfahrungen, wie essenziell es ist, Mitarbeitenden die Notwendigkeit von Transformationen klar zu kommunizieren und sie aktiv einzubinden. Mit Formaten wie dem Demo Day wird ein transparentes Forum geschaffen, das sowohl strukturelle als auch kulturelle Hürden überwindet und den Dialog innerhalb des Unternehmens fördert. Dabei spielen digitale Plattformen eine entscheidende Rolle, um eine offene Kommunikation möglich zu machen und Agilität zu fördern. Ein unverzichtbares Zuhören für alle, die Wandel nicht nur verstehen, sondern leben möchten. Du erfährst... …wie Christoph Grimm den Wandel bei Signal Iduna gestaltet und Mitarbeitende begeistert …welche Rolle der Demo Day spielt und wie er die interne Kommunikation revolutioniert …wie Signal Iduna agile und datenbasierte Arbeitsweisen erfolgreich integriert …warum psychologische Sicherheit und direkte Kommunikation den Erfolg fördern …wie innovative Formate wie Podcasts und Livestreams die Unternehmenskultur prägen __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||
In this episode of the Canary Cast, Florian Hagenbuch, Co-Founder and General partner at Canary, sits down with Jose Gedeon, co-founder and CEO of Cobre, a Colombian fintech building the real-time B2B payments and cross-border infrastructure powering finance teams across Latin America. From his early fascination with M-Pesa’s case at the University of Pennsylvania, to failed attempts at building his own mobile money business in Colombia, a stint as a consultant at McKinsey New York, and a role at Oyo in Mexico, José shares how each chapter of his journey shaped the vision for Cobre. What started as white-label wallets for meal vouchers during the pandemic evolved into Colombia’s leading real-time B2B payments platform, now expanding rapidly into Mexico and cross-border flows. During the episode, José reflects on the unique challenges of scaling a fintech in LatAm, the pivotal customer moments that unlocked entirely new business lines, and the ambition of turning Cobre into the default infrastructure for payments across the region. In this episode, we dive into: From White-Label Wallets to Infrastructure: How Cobre pivoted from building digital wallets for meal vouchers into real-time B2B payments and treasury management. Cross-Border Breakthroughs: The customer emergency that sparked Cobre’s cross-border product and how it led to a new revenue line. The Role of Stablecoins: Why stablecoins are becoming increasingly relevant in illiquid or high-cost currency corridors like Colombia, Turkey, and Argentina. Scaling in Mexico: How Cobre reached $100M in monthly volume in only 8 months in Mexico—10x faster than in Colombia. Vision for the Future: Why Jose believes it’s still “day zero” for Cobre and how the company aims to become the de facto B2B payment infrastructure for LatAm. Founder Lessons: Biggest mistakes, wins, and the cultural values that define the Cobre team. Whether you’re a founder, operator, or fintech enthusiast, this episode offers a masterclass in product pivots, client-focused culture, scaling infrastructure in emerging markets, and building with ambition in one of the most dynamic regions in the world. Tune in to hear how Cobre is not only modernizing payments in Colombia and Mexico, but also shaping the future of financial infrastructure across Latin America. Guest: Jose GedeonJose is the co-founder and CEO of Cobre, a fintech modernizing B2B payments and cross-border infrastructure in Latin America. Cobre moves billions annually, already processing ~3% of Colombia’s GDP, and recently raised its Series B led by Oak HC/FT, with participation from Canary and other global investors. Follow Jose on LinkedIn Host: Florian HagenbuchFlorian is the co-founder and General Partner at Canary, a leading early-stage investment firm in Brazil and Latin America. Canary has invested in more than 130 companies since its founding in 2017. Previously, Florian founded Loft, a company that digitized and transformed the home buying experience in Brazil, bringing transparency, liquidity, and credit to millions of Brazilians. Before that, Florian also co-founded Printi, the leading online printing marketplace in Latin America. Follow Florian on LinkedInHighlights:00:55 – 07:30 | Jose's Background & Early Influences07:30 – 08:08 | The Impact of COVID on Colombia's Financial Digitization08:10 – 11:07 | University Years, Early Attempts & Lessons Learned11:16 – 14:47 | Corporate Finance Pain Points Cobre Set Out to Solve & the First Iteration: White-Label Wallets14:55 – 16:11 | Cobre's First Business Model and Learnings on Pricing Power and Revenue Potential16:20 – 18:57 | Pivot to Real-Time B2B Payments and Building Colombia's First and Only Real-Time B2B Payment Infrastructure19:00 – 21:00 | Bre-B, the "PIX" of Colombia21:02 – 26:19 | Expansion into Cross-Border Payments and Different Customer Bases26:20 – 28:54 | Money Corridors in Colombia29:00 – 32:22 | Stablecoins & Tech Stack in Cross-Border Payments33:00 – 36:00 | Expansion to Mexico & Early Learnings 36:00 – 37:00 | Key Numbers, Scale & Vision37:00 – 43:07 | Future Plans and Raising Successful Venture Rounds43:08 – 47:40 | Founder Lessons & Culture47:40 – 52:12 | Conclusion: Recommended Content for ListenersRecommended Content: 1. Elon Musk biography by Walter Isaacson2. The World for Sale by Javier Blas and Jack Farchy3. Read, Write, Own by Chris DixonTranscrição do Episódio em Português: Hoje, estamos movimentando cerca de 3% do PIB da Colômbia dentro da Cobre.É um número muito grande.Mas, ao mesmo tempo, também é pequeno.Copo meio cheio, copo meio vazio.Isso nos dá bastante espaço para crescer. Agora, mudando para o inglês, para facilitar um pouco para você.José, muito obrigado por estar aqui. Agradeço por dedicar seu tempo. Estou muito animado para conversar com você. Como contexto, o José é cofundador e CEO da Cobre, uma fintech colombiana que está se expandindo para o México. Vocês rapidamente se tornaram uma das principais plataformas de pagamentos B2B em tempo real e de gestão de tesouraria corporativa na Colômbia — e, em breve, também no México. Sob sua liderança, muitas coisas empolgantes aconteceram. Vocês já escalam para centenas de empresas nesses dois países. Estão movimentando algo em torno de 18 bilhões em volume anual em folha de pagamento e pagamentos a fornecedores.E, o mais importante, estão se tornando uma camada crítica de infraestrutura para times financeiros modernos na região. Estou muito animado com este episódio, em mergulhar na sua jornada empreendedora, José, como a Cobre está modernizando os pagamentos corporativos, o cenário fintech na América Latina de forma mais ampla e, claro, a visão que você tem para o futuro da companhia. José, obrigado por se juntar a nós. É um prazer enorme ter você aqui hoje. José:Florian, o prazer é meu. A Canary foi a primeira firma de venture capital que acreditou na Cobre — e também o primeiro investimento de vocês fora do Brasil. Na época, nós até dissemos ao Marcos que expandiríamos para o Brasil… ainda não aconteceu.Mas tem sido uma ótima história até aqui, e vocês têm sido apoiadores incríveis. Obrigado. Florian:Sim, lembro bem disso. Inclusive, naquela época vocês tinham outro nome, não era? Acho que era “Pexto”, se não me engano.As coisas mudam, mas estamos felizes que deu certo. José, talvez possamos começar um pouco falando do seu histórico e da sua trajetória pessoal. Pode nos contar sobre sua origem e o que você fazia antes de empreender? José:Claro. Eu nasci e cresci em uma cidade pequena da Colômbia chamada Cartagena. Hoje é turística e bastante conhecida, mas, quando eu crescia lá, era apenas um destino nacional, relativamente pequeno. Eu, inclusive, nasci em Barranquilla porque minha mãe era de lá — que é ainda menor.De Barranquilla vêm muitas coisas conhecidas: Shakira, a Avianca (nossa companhia aérea nacional), e as últimas duas empresas colombianas que abriram capital nos EUA também são de lá.É uma cidade muito empreendedora. Talvez um bom precedente para a Cobre, não é? Venho de uma família de imigrantes libaneses — extremamente trabalhadores e empreendedores. Cresci aprendendo, por osmose, o que significava ser um empresario. Homens e mulheres da minha família sempre fundaram e até hoje administram empresas. Era um ambiente muito natural para acabar trilhando o caminho que trilhei. Depois tive o privilégio de estudar na Universidade da Pensilvânia. Meu primo Felipe — hoje cofundador da Cobre — estudava lá um ano antes de mim. Eu nunca achei que conseguiria entrar, mas consegui, e fui para a Penn cursar a graduação. No meu primeiro ano, li um business case sobre a M-Pesa, considerada precursora do dinheiro móvel — e, por consequência, de boa parte do que chamamos hoje de fintech: Zelle, Venmo, Paytm, GCash…A ideia original surgiu da M-Pesa, um serviço criado pela Vodafone que permitia às pessoas enviar dinheiro via SMS. Hoje, algo como 20% do PIB do Quênia transita pela M-Pesa. É completamente ubíquo. Inspirado nisso, tentei várias vezes criar algo parecido na Colômbia durante meus verões na Penn, mas obviamente falhei — afinal, eu não era uma empresa de telecomunicações. Ainda assim, essa experiência me mostrou como uma infraestrutura de pagamentos em tempo real poderia transformar a vida de milhões de pessoas e empresas. Ao me formar, voltei para a Colômbia para tentar de novo. E falhei mais uma vez. Foi aí que percebi: “o problema sou eu, preciso aprender a construir empresas de verdade”. Então fui trabalhar na McKinsey em Nova York. Passei um ano e meio lá e tive como cliente uma das maiores gestoras de venture capital do mundo. Eu era apenas analista júnior na equipe, mas aprendi muito sobre como os VCs pensam. Isso me levou a largar o emprego em Nova York e me mudar para a Cidade do México, para trabalhar na Oyo Rooms, um dos grandes unicórnios da Índia. A ideia era aprender mais sobre startups de hiperescala do que eu aprenderia ficando na consultoria. Fiquei um ano e meio na Oyo — até a pandemia começar. Com a COVID, percebi: “este é o momento certo para digitalizar pagamentos na Colômbia”. As empresas estavam forçadas a mudar. E foi quando decidi voltar a Bogotá, em junho de 2020, para tentar mais uma vez. E agora, cá estamos. Florian:Muito interessante. Não sabia de todas essas tentativas que não deram certo antes.Aliás, eu também estudei na Penn, me formei em 2010. Você foi alguns anos depois, certo? José:Sim, me formei em 2018. E naquela época, o ambiente ainda era mais voltado para carreiras tradicionais. A maioria queria ir para consultoria, bancos de investimento ou fundos. Eu era um dos poucos insistindo em empreender já na graduação. Participei até de competições de startups do MBA, porque não havia para undergrad. (continua na mesma estrutura — alternando Florian / José, até o final da conversa que você compartilhou).
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