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Founders are praised for their grit — but what about their grace?In this powerful episode of The Flourishing Edge, Ashish Kothari sits down with Lisa Mikkelsen, Partner at Flourish Ventures, to explore the hidden mental and emotional costs of entrepreneurship — and how founders can thrive without sacrificing their well-being.Lisa shares hard-won insights from 25 years in startups and venture capital, where she's seen firsthand how “image management,” stigma, and burnout quietly derail brilliant founders. Together, they unpack how the VC world can evolve from “get rich or die trying” to “grow well and thrive together.”This is a must-listen for founders, funders, and anyone passionate about building sustainable success — from the inside out.

In this episode of Power Talks, recorded live at their Nairobi event, host Ssuna Ronald sits down with Kai Isand, a key organizer and Head of Programs for Latitude59. Dive into the story of why this premier European tech conference, born in the "startup nation" of Estonia, is making a strategic home in Africa. Kai reveals the mind-blowing reception they received in Kenya, drawing parallels between the hunger of today's African entrepreneurs and the early days of Estonia's own tech miracle.We explore Latitude59's unique role not as a direct investor, but as a high-quality connector and community builder, facilitating serendipitous moments between African startups, global investors, and policymakers. Kai discusses the success of their first investor day, the vital partnership with Smart Africa, and their ambitious goal to become the biggest and most impactful tech conference on the continent. If you're building a startup, looking to invest, or curious about the bridges being built between Africa and Europe, this conversation provides an essential insider's perspective.(00:00:46) - The Latitude59 Mission: Kai introduces her role and the success of their first investor day in Nairobi.(00:01:17) - The Estonian Story: Why the "startup nation" is looking to Kenya and what the ecosystems have in common.(00:02:49) - Building Bridges, Not Dictating: How Latitude59 fosters inclusive, co-creative communities between Africa and Europe.(00:04:34) - The "Serendipity" Model: Explaining Latitude59's role as a platform and connector, not a direct funder or incubator.(00:06:12) - The African Ambition: Latitude59's goal to become the biggest and highest-quality tech conference in Africa.(00:07:47) - Government & Policy: The crucial role of partnerships with entities like Smart Africa in shaping a thriving startup ecosystem.(00:08:54) - Advice for Startups: How founders should use events like Latitude59 to build relationships and secure funding.Power Talks is your front-row seat to the conversations shaping the future of business and technology in Africa. Host Ssuna Ronald brings you face-to-face with the most dynamic founders, investors, and ecosystem builders driving progress across the continent. From deep-dive interviews with startup founders to insights from top VCs and event coverage from hubs like Nairobi and Kigali, we unpack the big ideas, the bigger opportunities, and the game-changing conversations you need to hear.Subscribe to stay updated on Africa's innovation revolution.Enjoyed this episode? Please subscribe, rate us, and share it with a friend, a founder, or anyone who believes in the power of African innovation.Executive Producer: Ssuna RonaldSound Engineer: Gumisiriza RichardArt Direction: Abdu Latif OkalangPowered By: Latitude 59
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The National Inventor Club welcomed Paul Fitzpatrick, Associate Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Entrepreneurial Development, for an exclusive livestream packed with resources and strategies to help inventors and entrepreneurs grow their businesses. Paul shared how the SBA supports innovation, from funding options and loans to grants, mentorship, and step-by-step guidance for turning ideas into profitable businesses.

Thinking about selling your company? 24 founders told us what really happens after the wire hits. — https://www.joinhampton.com/exit-reportJordan Schlipf spent a decade building companies optimized for fun, freedom, and friendships. But with years of hindsight, he wonders if he left too much money on the table.Here's what we talk about:Why Jordan left a lucrative investment banking path to chase startupsHow the Rainmaking model let him share risk (and reward) with fellow foundersThe downside of passion-led business: no investment thesis, millions wastedWhy he believes he could've made way more money doing less exciting workWhat he thinks about his $4M liquid net worth — and why it doesn't feel like enoughThe moment he realized private equity is a better game than startupsHow he's now trying to turn around a $10M beauty business without raising capitalWhat it really costs to live well in London as a founder with a familyWhy he regrets chasing the “cool” startup dream instead of playing it safeWhat true wealth means to him today: help, time, and optionalityCool Links:Hampton https://www.joinhampton.com/Lower Street https://www.lowerstreet.co/Jordan Schlipf https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-schlipf-0b855174Sponsors:Tam your taxes today at https://olarry.com/Achieve your dream body with https://www.dailybodycoach.com/moneywiseProtect your upside and get your time back at https://www.cressetcapital.com/moneywiseChapters:(0:49) Breaking Down the Rainmaking Model(2:08) Jordan's Pivot from Investment Banking to Startups(4:15) Why He Couldn't Stay Away from Startups(5:43) The Origins & Vision Behind Rainmaking(8:48) Biggest Challenges in the Rainmaking Model(10:57) Costly Mistakes & Lessons Learned Along the Way(13:00) Why Jordan Stepped Away from VC(17:05) Taking Over as CEO of a Beauty Brand(18:23) Jordan's Current Finances & Where He Stands Today(20:23) Lifestyle Adjustments & Financial Struggles(24:32) Life Before Family vs. Life After(29:04) What He Wishes He'd Done DifferentlyThis podcast is a ridiculous concept: high-net-worth people reveal their personal finances. Inspired by real conversations happening in the Hampton community.Your Host: Harry MortonFounder of Lower Street, a podcast production company helping brands launch and grow top-tier podcasts.Co-parents a cow named Eliza.

Find out more about Endeavor: https://pakistan.endeavor.orgIn this episode of Thought Behind Things, we're joined by Adnan Shaffi, Co-Founder of PriceOye — Pakistan's leading online tech marketplace that's processing over 5% of the country's total mobile phone purchases.This episode answers:What makes Pakistan a high-risk, high-reward market for startupsHow to attract global VC interest in a volatile economyThe early hustle, exit, and reinvention of Adnan's personal journeyWe also discuss venture funding, consumer behavior, the stigma of buying online in Pakistan, and the massive opportunity still left to unlock.Socials:TBT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtbehindthings/TBT's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbtbymuzamilTBT's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thoughtbehindthingsTBT Clips: https://www.youtube.com/@tbtpodcastclipsMuzamil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muzamilhasan/Muzamil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/muzamilhasan/Guest's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adnanshaffiEndeavor's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/endeavor-pakistanCredits:Executive Producer: Syed Muzamil Hasan ZaidiAssociate Producer: Saad ShehryarPublisher: Talha ShaikhEditor: Jawad Sajid

Did you like the episode? Send me a text and let me know!!Podcast Episode: Building Virtual Teams for StartupsWelcome to another episode of Business Conversations With PI, where we answer the most pressing questions for new entrepreneurs and startup founders. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of virtual teams, remote work, and actionable strategies for building a successful business in the digital age.Key Topics & Timestamps[0:00] IntroductionMeet your hosts and learn about the mission of Business Conversations With PI.Why AI-powered advice is a game-changer for entrepreneurs.[1:30] The Value of Remote Work for StartupsHow remote teams reduce overhead costs and increase flexibility.Accessing a global talent pool and fostering innovation.[2:10] Top Benefits of Virtual TeamsReduced overhead costs.Increased flexibility and productivity.Wider talent pool.Improved collaboration and communication.Enhanced innovation through diversity.[3:07] How to Find and Recruit Virtual Team MembersUsing job boards (Indeed, Glassdoor, LinkedIn).Leveraging social media for recruitment.Attending virtual networking events.Asking for referrals and using freelancer platforms (Upwork, Fiverr).[4:03] Hiring on a BudgetOffering equity as compensation.Hiring interns and recent graduates.Bartering services and seeking volunteers.Implementing performance-based compensation models.[5:07] Tips for Hiring InternsPartnering with universities and using student-focused job boards.Promoting opportunities on social media.Creating valuable, growth-oriented internship experiences.Offering stipends or travel expenses to attract top candidates.[6:13] Recommended Books for Building Virtual TeamsExpert book recommendations to help you master remote team management and startup leadership.Mentioned BooksVirtual Teams: People Working Across Boundaries with Technology by Jessica Lipnack and Jeffrey StampsRemote: Office Not Required by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier HanssonThe Culture Code: The esbootcamp.wearejonesinfor.com 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 Find out what one of the four hurdles of stop is affecting you the most!!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

In this week's episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, we're joined by Lindsay Nahmiache—CEO of Veriphy Skincare, founder of award-winning agency Jive PR + Digital, and investor in over 13 startups, including a double unicorn. Lindsay is a branding expert and strategic investor who's helped companies scale from seed to Series E—and she recently added beauty brand rescuer to her résumé.We dive into the real story behind her acquisition of Veriphy Skincare and how she saved the brand from shutting down. Lindsay shares how beauty rituals like skincare can fuel professional confidence, why “confidence is the new glow,” and what founders need to know to grow a business that gets attention from investors.From building brand voice in a saturated beauty market to managing global campaigns, to leading with clarity, confidence, and conviction—Lindsay breaks down how she blends data, storytelling, and intuition to grow and glow in business.This is a must-watch conversation for beauty professionals, brand builders, investors, and entrepreneurs looking to own their power at every stage of the journey.

Watch this course then Get in touch with Rose Morsh at inventivekidz@gmail.com when you are ready for a free consultation If you are already living in Ontario or an immigrant dreaming of being your own boss in Canada, but not sure where to start. This course is your roadmap for newcomers to Canada in securing a future. The transition to life in Canada brings both opportunity and uncertainty. What if you could take control of your financial future and make a lasting difference in your community by starting a childcare business?This practical and empowering workshop is designed specifically for newcomers to Canada, immigrant entrepreneurs, foreign-trained professionals, and anyone looking to invest in Canada's growing childcare sector. Whether you're looking to invest in a meaningful, stable industry or seeking a flexible career path that supports families, this course will walk you through the essentials of starting and running a licensed daycare.Led by Business Immigration Lawyer Yanique Russell and early childhood education expert and childcare owner Rose Morsh, this course combines legal guidance, investment strategies, and step-by-step business planning to help you launch your own licensed daycare—whether from your home or as a commercial center.By the end of this course, you will learn:Legal immigration pathways for entrepreneurs and investorsHow to open a home-based or commercial daycare from the ground upLicensing, regulations, and government support programsFunding options, grants, and programs for childcare startupsHow to build a trusted childcare brand in your local communityInsights into hiring, staffing, and recruitment—especially as a newcomerHow the daycare industry supports work-life balance and family goalsSo if you're ready to be your own boss, build a stable future in Canada, and make a real impact in your community—this is your chance to start.About Your Speakers:Yanique Russell is a Business Immigration Lawyer and Licensed Foreign Worker Recruiter with extensive experience helping Canadian newcomers transition seamlessly into the country. She specializes in immigration law, estate planning, and connecting skilled foreign professionals with employment opportunities in Canada. As the founder of CollegePass Recruitment and Global Immigration Services Jamaica, she has supported countless individuals in launching businesses, settling in Canada, and creating generational wealth. Yanique is also a passionate advocate for access to healthcare and education.Rose Morsh is the founder of InventiveMinds Child, Youth, and Family Support Centre, a not-for-profit organization licensed under the Ministry of Education and registered with IACP, OACP, and IB. She is a RECE, Parent Practitioner, Parent Coordinator, Family Mediator, Child Voice Practitioner, and Collaborative Family Law Parent Expert.InventiveMinds provides Family Law Mediation Services, I.B. International School, Early Years Childcare (Montessori), Parent and Youth Support Therapy, and community services for new moms. Parenting courses related to children include Aid Services and Mediation, Separation, and Divorce.Check out all of our Baby and Parenting Classes & Workshops here: https://inventivekidz.com/eventsJoin The Parent Toolbox Facebook Community Group Today.If you have any questions, please contact us at inventivekidz@gmail.com

Business Champions: Finale, Fakten & Learnings – so unterschiedlich waren die Businessmodelle!

Zoltan Vardy is a seasoned sales strategist, startup mentor, and now also a published author whose career spans over 30 years, more than $2 billion in closed deals and more than 200 startups assisted in building their sales function. From leading multinational sales teams to advising early-stage B2B startups, Zoltan has dedicated his work to helping founders build scalable, recurring revenue engines. His signature methodology, “The Launch Code,” is now also the title of his debut book—a practical, story-driven guide to founder-led sales and sales organization design. With a background in journalism and a family of prolific writers, Zoltan combines clear thinking with structured methodology to teach founders not only how to sell, but how to love the process.On this episode we talk about:What it Means and Takes to Write a Book.Founder-Led Sales vs. Sales TeamsCommon Sales Mistakes in StartupsHow to Use Storytelling in Sales and PitchesDiagnosing Fixing a Broken Sales ProcessAI and the Future of SaaS SalesResources referenced in the episode:Free 1st Chapter Offer for Zoltan's book: https://zoltanvardy.com/book/“The Launch Code” on Amazon: https://mybook.to/thelaunchcodeTo reach out to Zoltan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoltanvardy/==If you liked this episode or simply want to support the work we do, buy us a coffee or two, or a hundred, with just a few clicks at: https://buymeacoffee.com/pursuitofscrappinessFind all episodes on >  https://www.pursuitofscrappiness.co/Watch select full-length episodes on our YouTube channel > https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP6ueaLnjS-CQfrMCm2EoTAConnect with us on Linkedin > https://www.linkedin.com/company/pursuit-of-scrappiness/===============Support the show

In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit hinter die Kulissen der TV-Startupshow Business Champions und analysiere ehrlich, humorvoll und ganz ohne rosa Brille die Businessmodelle aller Teams – inklusive unserem eigenen. Von Straßenmusik bis Limousinen-Service, von Bauchläden am Bahnhof bis zum exklusiven E-Kart-Event: Was hat wirklich funktioniert? Welche Ideen waren mehr Schein als Sein? Und was kannst du als Unternehmerin daraus für dein eigenes Business mitnehmen?

Podcast Summary: Building Thought Leadership with Zachary Bernard, Founder of We Feature YouIn this episode, Sacha Awwa welcomes Zachary Bernard, a 21-year-old entrepreneur and the founder of We Feature You, a public relations firm helping clients become recognized thought leaders through strategic media placements. Based in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada, Zachary has worked with hundreds of clients across North America since launching the agency in 2021. His firm's unique value lies in helping businesses—especially early-stage and underfunded ones—leverage PR and podcasting to establish credibility, build authority, and grow their influence.From landing press in Forbes and Entrepreneur to using podcast appearances as core marketing assets, Zachary explains how companies can tap into PR without needing a massive budget. He shares how he built his business by “doing what he preaches,” and why storytelling, authenticity, and consistency matter more than ever in today's media-saturated world.Key Topics Discussed:1. Zachary's Journey Into PR & EntrepreneurshipStarting as a gamer selling in-game itemsThe realization that marketing drives all businessLaunching We Feature You while still in universityLeaving school to go full-time into entrepreneurship2. Making PR Accessible for Small BusinessesWhy PR isn't just for unicorn startupsHow even a $1K investment can move the needleStarting with HARO, Connectively, and other DIY PR toolsWhy credibility matters more than traffic in the early stages3. Why Podcasting Became Central to PRPodcasting as a personal storytelling and authority-building toolThe shift from traditional PR to podcast-based brandingRepurposing podcast content for SEO, social, and salesWhy video-based podcasting is the future of founder visibility4. Building Thought Leadership That ConvertsHow to pitch value, not just a storyThe power of third-party validationDifferentiating between “first-person” and “third-person” proofUsing podcast clips in onboarding and sales enablement5. Trends in Media, PR, and Authentic BrandingAuthenticity in a post-AI worldThe rise of founder-led brand narrativesLeveraging podcasts as evergreen contentWhy transparency and credibility are becoming non-negotiable6. Overcoming Barriers to Entry in PRDebunking the myth that PR is too expensiveWhen PR is (and isn't) the right marketing investmentHow to measure success when results aren't always direct-responseWhy PR amplifies your existing marketing instead of replacing it7. Zach's Process for Onboarding ClientsStrategy-driven outreach tailored to each founder's voiceFocusing on podcasts that deliver both reach and relevanceHow he preps clients to speak to both personal and professional storiesSetting expectations and ensuring clients use the media assetsKey Takeaways for Founders & Business Owners:Start small, but start smart—you don't need a massive budget to begin building authority.Use what you create—repurpose podcast content into marketing gold.PR doesn't replace marketing—it enhances it when done right.Third-party validation builds trust faster than any sales page.Authenticity and consistency win—especially in a world where AI-generated content is on the rise.Connect with Zachary & We FeatFollow Us:

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Subscribe to our newsletter here. Follow us on LinkedIn here.Subscribe to our YouTube channel here.Joseph Pizzolato is the Founder & General Partner at Defiant VC, a newly launched venture fund bringing a tech-first approach to investing.Joseph shares his journey from engineering to venture capital, his experiences at Vitruvian Partners and Felix Capital, and what led him to take the leap and launch Defiant. He explains how the fund is using data-driven insights, deep thematic research, and proprietary software to build a new model for venture investing.We also discuss:The future of venture capital and why it needs to evolveThe role of proprietary technology in sourcing, selecting, and supporting startupsHow to structure a portfolio thoughtfully and avoid ‘groupthink' in VCJoseph's views on AI investing and why it may be overhypedLessons from raising a first-time fund in one of the toughest VC marketsThis is a must-listen for VCs, LPs, and founders interested in the future of venture capital and how emerging funds can differentiate in a crowded market.Don't forget to like, subscribe, and follow The Riding Unicorns podcast on your favourite platform and stay connected with us on social media for more inspiring episodes!

Lee and Nicholas dive deep into sustainability in business, exploring the difference between ESG and sustainability, how startups can integrate sustainable practices from day one, and why financial institutions are prioritizing green funding. Learn how to avoid SDG washing, leverage sustainability as a competitive advantage, and prepare for the growing demands of ESG reporting.

Taylor Otwell is the creator of the Laravel framework. Taylor has created numerous paid products that have generated millions, such as:Laravel Forge (server provisioning/management)Laravel Vapor (serverless Laravel hosting with AWS)Laravel Envoyer (zero downtime PHP deployments)Laravel Nova (Laravel admin panel)In this interview, Taylor shares why he is now building Laravel Cloud - an infrastructure platform for Laravel apps and why Laravel Cloud needed VC funding.We also cover:The different challenges of bootstrapped and VC funded startupsHow the Laravel ecosystem became so entrepreneurial Building products for the average joe developerThe role of taste and craft in developer toolsWhat Taylor and Adam Wathan learned from each other Fear and Taylor's comparison with  Alex Honnold This episode is brought to you by WorkOS. If you're thinking about selling to enterprise customers, WorkOS can help you add enterprise features like Single Sign On and audit logs. Links: Laravel  Taylor Otwell Laravel Cloud Open jobs at Laravel Adam Wathan Chapters:00:00 The Journey of Laravel's Creator02:48 Transitioning from Bootstrap to VC Funding06:10 Building Laravel Cloud: A New Challenge09:04 The Shift in Company Structure and Culture11:50 Maintaining Quality and Usability in Development15:09 Community Impact and Collaboration17:56 Craftsmanship and Design Philosophy20:45 Navigating Growth and Market Needs23:54 Advice for Aspiring DevTool Founders26:48 Future Directions and Innovations in LaravelThank you to Michael Grinich for making this happen. Thank you to Ostap Brehin for introducing me to Laravel. Thank you to Hank Taylor for helping me prep.  

Paul Knight Currently serving as VP of Information Technology and CISO at Turntide Technologies, Paul Knight brings 25 years of experience across various IT disciplines. His unique background includes roles in defense, aerospace, and automotive manufacturing, bringing both operational and security expertise to startup environments. Balancing IT and Security Leadership in Startups How do you...

Ready to future proof your SaaS marketing strategy and get the most out of your 2025 go to market? This episode is packed with insights you can take straight back to your company to grow faster. On Episode 73 of the B2B SaaS Marketing Snacks Podcast, our hosts Brian and Stijn navigate through trends such as AI's game changing role in marketing, to other significant changes in personalization, content strategy, and retention you don't want to miss out on.  Topics discussed include:How AI has moved from optional to essential for B2B SaaS marketing teamsWhy hyper personalization and strategic content are no longer luxuries but are critical to your ability to drive growthThe rise of lean AI driven marketing teams and their game changing potential for startupsHow automation and data driven insights are reshaping customer attention.The latest strategies for B2B SaaS customer expansion B2B SaaS Marketing Snacks is one of the most respected voices in the SaaS industry. It is hosted by two leading marketing and revenue growth experts for software:Stijn Hendrikse: Author of T2D3 CMO Masterclass & Book, Founder of KalungiBrian Graf: CEO of KalungiB2B SaaS companies move through predictable stages of marketing focus, cost and size (as described in the popular T2D3 book). With people cost being a majority of the cost involved, every hire needs to be well worth the investment!The best founders, CFOs and COOs in B2B SaaS rely on a balance of marketing leadership, strategy and execution to produce the customer and revenue growth they require. Staying flexible and nimble is a key marketing asset in a hard-charging B2B world.Resources shared in this episode:BSMS 67 - The impact of AI on marketingUnlocking the power of AI: Transform your content creation processB2B SaaS ABM strategy: 5 steps to personalizationEmail personalization best practicesT2D3 CMO MasterclassSubmit and vote on our podcast topicsABOUT B2B SAAS MARKETING SNACKSSince 2020, The B2B SaaS Marketing Snacks Podcast has offered software company founders, investors and leadership a fresh source of insights into building a complete and efficient engine for growth.Meet our Marketing Snacks Podcast Hosts: Stijn Hendrikse: Author of T2D3 Masterclass & Book, Founder of KalungiAs a serial entrepreneur and marketing leader, Stijn has contributed to the success of 20+ startups as a C-level executive, including Chief Revenue Officer of Acumatica, CEO of MightyCall, a SaaS contact center solution, and leading the initial global Go-to-Market for Atera, a B2B SaaS Unicorn. Before focusing on startups, Stijn led global SMB Marketing and B2B Product Marketing for Microsoft's Office platform.Brian Graf: CEO of KalungiAs CEO of Kalungi, Brian provides high-level strategy, tactical execution, and business leadership expertise to drive long-term growth for B2B SaaS. Brian has successfully led clients in all aspects of marketing growth, from positioning and messaging to event support, product announcements, and channel-spend optimizations, generating qualified leads and brand awareness for clients while prioritizing ROI. Before Kalungi, Brian worked in television advertising, specializing in business intelligence and campaign optimization, and earned his MBA at the University of Washington's Foster School of Business with a focus in finance and marketing.Visit Kalungi.com to learn more about growing your B2B SaaS company.

Microsoft's AI ecosystem is on fire and startups are the fuel

Marcus Washington is the co-founder of FSQA Help in Oklahoma. Marcus joins The Drip to address the challenges faced by emerging food brands, the importance of understanding regulations, and the role of consulting in maintaining compliance. He also shares his experiences managing a small farm, the science behind animal health, and his entrepreneurial journey of his own food business. In this episode, you'll hear about:Understanding and complying with FDA and USDA regulations.A unique perspective on food safety from having managed a small farmThe science behind feeding farm animalsWhy local state regulations can be a lifeline for startupsHow to better integrate preharvest food safety knowledgeJump to:(05:48) Navigating food classification regulations.(07:40) Why is ensuring animal safety vital for food safety?(13:36) Key lessons from Grad school farm visits.(14:53) Promote food safety through farm relationships and volunteering.(20:13 Decision-making is like playing poker in life.(18:58) The guest's favorite artist and song(23:24) Featured artist and song(24:22) This episode's MantraFeatured Artist and Song:NRG by PiCO THE GUYOLinks mentioned in this episode:FSQA HelpHomemade Food Freedom ActPink Friday 2 by Nicki Minaj, music was chosen by Marcus WashingtonConnect with the showAQUALABZachary Cartwright, PhD

Are you thinking about launching a dental startup but don't quite know where to begin? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Chris Green to dive into the essentials of setting up a new dental practice, beginning with the crucial steps of demographics analysis and site selection. Chris shares his insights on the "windshield test," a simple method to augment data analysis with hands-on site evaluation. He also reveals practical strategies for identifying promising locations, accounting for natural barriers, and balancing commercial and residential areas—all keys to making sound, long-term decisions for your practice.The conversation continues with essential advice on how to work effectively with real estate agents and what to consider during site visits. Chris also discusses his book, "The Eminently Qualified Dentist," which includes a valuable self-evaluation scorecard to help dental professionals assess their leadership skills. As the episode wraps up, you'll get tips on regular self-assessment and Chris' philosophy on being always a work in progress.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why demographics analysis is critical for dental startupsHow to perform the "windshield test" to evaluate potential practice locationsEffective strategies for identifying the best areas for a new dental practiceTips for navigating natural barriers and balancing commercial-residential zonesHow to collaborate with real estate agents to find the perfect siteInsights from Chris' book on self-evaluation and leadership in dental practiceThe importance of regular self-assessment for continuous improvementTune in now to equip yourself with the tools for a successful startup!‍‍Sponsors:Studio 8E8: Dentistry's story-driven marketing agency. Traditional marketing repels. Story-first dental marketing attracts.We bring your story to life in a way that captivates and connects: https://s8e8.com/affiliates/tdm?utm_source=tdm&utm_medium=affiliate&wc_clear=true‍You can reach out to Dr. Chris Green here:Website: thepracticelaunchpad.comEmail: cmgreendmd@gmail.comChris' Book - The Eminently Qualified Dentist: https://a.co/d/3AgXjbI (Reach out to Chris for a free copy!)‍Mentions and Links: ‍People:Dr. Thomas Reed‍Software/Tools:CoStar‍Podcasts:Jocko Willink Podcast‍If you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Episodes, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)Michael: Hey, Chris, we'll talkto us. What's one piece of advice you can give us this Monday morning? Chris: Hey there, Michael. I'd like to talk about demographics and actually the analysis of driving and having the area or the location you pick pass the feel and the site test more so than just the numbers test.talk to me a little bit about that like driving around and just looking or.Yeah. So it's a little bit.more intuitive than that. we have our demographics reports. We might be looking at them. We're looking for that 3, 001 dentists to population ratio, you know, the high income area.But then we have to look at how does it feel? Does it pass the windshield test? When I drive by behind the numbers, what does it feel like? So that's what I like to do. Michael: What's the windshield test? Chris: Yeah, so just. behind the steering wheel, you know, you're looking out the windshield and you're looking around and you're like, oh, cool.There's a lot of homes being built or. Oh, wow. You know, The demographics report said this was only like 1800 to 1, but I'm not really seeing the dentists. where are they at? so does it pass the eye test? So to speak would be maybe another way to say that. Michael: Gotcha. Okay. I like that.So then if you can, let's just say we're listening to this and we decided to do that. We're taking a drive strategically. How should we start? What are we mainly looking for that are red flags and what are some things that. We can probably let pass. Chris: Sure. So one thing that's well, known, if you've researched anything on demographics with a startup are natural barriers, like a highway that maybe people wouldn't want to cross or by us, there's the foothills in Colorado.So there's no real homes along the foothills. So now I've just eliminated growth to the West of me completely. Right. So if I'm butted up too close to there. And a couple more dentists come in and there's not a lot of room for new homes. I could be in trouble long term and I'm praying for turnover of the existing home, so to speak.The other thing would be, how much commercial real estate is in the area. Is there more commercial than residential, We want a nice balance of both and a lot of times in these newer areas that are up and coming The residential is there before the commercial is developed. So a lot of these projects are ground up commercial that we see a lot of startups going into they're waiting for the developers to finish to give them that great show Michael: How do we know that's a good balance then the commercial? And then the residential, Chris: some point you got to go with your gut and say, this is the location, right? You've worked with plenty of startups over the years. I'd turn the question back on you. What's your opinion on, some of that?Michael: Oh man. so when we focus, we focus just on ground marketing, right? So if it's commercial. We do want a lot of commercial, if it's residential, you have the HOAs, you have a lot of other specific things that you can be a part of. So I don't know, I guess it just depends on the type of practice you want to be right in the city, specific suburban area.Chris: Yeah, that's a great point. Are we talking a city and urban type atmosphere, rural or suburban for me? Just, I would say 80 percent of people are going to go to a larger suburb close to a major city. Let's say within 20 minutes to an hour outside a major city, Denver, Chicago San Francisco, whatever it may be.Michael: Yeah, gotcha. Okay. you're investing so much money into this, right? Your startup. Why wouldn't, not everyone just want to do this? Chris: And you said, hey, bring something that's unpopular. It's a little ambiguous, right? What I'm saying, it's not quite a science. It's a little bit of driving around, analyze the competition.Maybe your real estate agent didn't show you place that was available that has great visibility that meets the demographics and everything. But it just isn't on their radar and you have to say, Hey such such real estate agent. Would you mind looking into this place? It looks like it's vacant.Looks like it could be a good opportunity. I've seen situations like that work out really well for startup clients. Michael: Okay. So when you talk to them, real estate agent, is there a way you would want to bring that up to let them know like, Hey, you missed a lot of stuff. Or no, Chris: Some of them might be directing you where they know they're going to get a nice commission on it. But other times it's just not on the market, right? Maybe the hasn't listed it. maybe it's just doesn't show up on their searches on, what is it? CoStar or whatever. or maybe they didn't realize it was in a good demographic zone.Based on your demographics reports. So it's a team approach. Remember no one is more invested in this than you, the startup doc, So they're dealing with maybe, 20 clients at a time or something like that, you have your one little baby, you gotta do everything possible to make sure it's a home run.Michael: Nice. I like that. So Chris, you also have a book that you just came out with, right? Chris: Correct. So the book's called the eminently qualified dentist. I was listening to the Jocko Willink podcast and he talked about the eminently qualified Marine and I printed out this sheet and itit's about Marines and likethe levels of leadership what would signify that you're good at your job as a Marine.And I was like, wow, what if there was a scorecard that we could more objectively evaluate ourselves as dental practice leaders. so myself and Dr. Tom Reed compiled with or 12 categories the practice culture.Marketing leadership so on and so forth.And then some descriptions and ranking yourself from zero to five. And at the end, you could fill out the scorecard let's say you did that today, and maybe you've been working on some things you check in, six months from now, take test again and you see, Hey,it looks like I'm doing a little bit better as a leader.It looks like I am growing in the trajectories in the right direction.So that was the idea behind the book and it's quick read, more of an evaluation something that you might take on a flight,fill it out, read it, and then, reevaluate yourself. Michael: So if you can, one of the main things on there that you do, would you recommend, Hey, we should probably reevaluate ourselves every how often, Chris: maybe quarterly, there used to be a scorecard that I would use and evaluate quarterly, definitely annually when you're doing your maybe annual goal setting and things like that.but for maybe a book like this, twice a year, Michael: If you can let us know right now, where do you feel like, okay, I need to improve on this? Chris: Sure. I would say if a hundred percent, means. You've got it all dialed in. I would say we're probably lying to ourselves. I would say where I could improve a little bit more is with hard So you could always get better at having those hard conversations and not putting hard conversations off. I would say that would be an area for me to focus on. Michael: Yeah, man, that's interesting. So it does dive deep into the, not just like, what's your production looking like? What do you want it to be? But it's. goes into the granular part of conversations, which honestly Chris like, I feel like that's hard for anybody. You know what I mean? Like that's a, a difficult, nobody loves to be like, I love coming in and having difficult conversations.Maybe like 01 percent people, but that's good, man. Okay. So then this is available where? Chris: This would be available on Amazon. It's called the eminently qualified dentist. I it's 19 or 20. I've sent out a lot of free copies as well. So just hit us up if you want a copy I've got some good feedback so far for the people that have actually gone through it.It's, a reality check, right? When we introspective and evaluate how we're showing up to the world. we're always a work in progress is how I look at myself. So. There's always room for improvement and it's like when one category starts to do well, maybe another one suffers and it teeter totters.So it's hard to find that balance and everything. Michael: Yeah, no, a hundred percent, man. We go through seasons all the time, but awesome. Chris, I appreciate your time. And if anyone has further questions, you can definitely find them on the dental marketer society, Facebook group, or where can they reach out to you directly?Chris: Sure. I'll just give my personal email. C M green D M D at gmail. com. You can also find me at the launchpad. com, which is our startup coaching group. Michael: Nice. Awesome. So that's going to be in the show notes below and Chris, thank you for being with me on this Monday morning episode. Chris: Hey, I really appreciate you having me, Michael.Thank you.

Send us a Text Message.Many of my brand agency coaching clients aspire to collaborate with the next big tech ‘unicorn' but struggle with breaking into that space.This is why I was particularly excited to chat with Natasha Lytton, the Head of Brand and Marketing at Seedcamp, Europe's leading seed fund.Seedcamp has provided initial funding to over 360 startups, including four European ‘unicorns': Hopin, TransferWise, Revolut, and UiPath. Natasha's extensive experience makes her a wealth of knowledge on collaborating with tech companies.This conversation was so insightful and impactful that it quickly became one of our top-rated episodes. We're thrilled to feature it again as part of our greatest hits.Tune into this episode to get insights on:Why brand design is often underestimated as a critical asset by tech startupsHow seed-stage brands manage their budget for brand designThe optimal time and strategy to approach startups in the tech spaceWhether startups should prioritize product development or brand development when resources are limitedMentioned during this episode: >> Grab the book Natasha is featured in, you can grab it here to support a good cause.>> Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE, by Phil Knight >> Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion and Purpose, by Tony Hsieh of Zappos Resources mentioned in this episode:> Lead Flow Sprint > https://www.kaffeen.club/lfs Win Clients Consistently > https://www.kaffeen.club/wcc < > Client Magnet Book > https://www.kaffeen.club/book

In this episode, we delve into How To Manage Your Shopify Inventory To WIN During Peak with expert insights from Inventory Planner. Discover essential strategies for mastering Shopify inventory management, ensuring you stay ahead during high-demand periods. Learn how to optimise stock levels, forecast demand accurately, and avoid common pitfalls that can disrupt your sales. Whether you're gearing up for the holiday rush or any peak season, this episode provides actionable tips to streamline your inventory processes and maximise profits. Tune in and equip your Shopify store for success with top-notch inventory management techniques!Join the bootcamp and elevate your inventory game: https://info.brightpearl.com/winning-with-shopify-holiday-planning-bootcamp Reach out to the Spec team here: https://spec.digital/expertise/seo-services/Sign up to the Growth Hub here: https://community.winningwithshopify.com/ Key takeaways:0:00 Introduction4:45 How to Plan Your Shopify Store for the Holiday Season?11:36 The Phycology of Shopify Inventory Management18:07 The symbiotic relationship of SEO and merchandising22:45 Ideas During Low Inventory Periods27:07 How To Do Shopify Loyalty Without Discounting34:46 E-commerce Startups: How to grow a business39:04 What Does ‘Good' Look Like?42:31 OutroWebsite: https://wwspodcast.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@winningwithshopifyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/winning_with_shopify/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@winningwithshopify Support the Show.

Interview with Author, AI Expert and Serial Entrepreneur Colin C. Campbell: Artificial Intelligence – AI – is transforming everything in our world, and that means the world of Home Business too. An upside to this upheaval is that AI is opening up huge opportunities for home-based entrepreneurs who recognize the challenge. Simply put, Colin C. Campbell believes AI will create a new generation of millionaires. Colin C. Campbell (www.ColinCCampbell.com) describes himself as a serial entrepreneur and is author of the award-winning book “Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. Serial Entrepreneurs' Secrets Revealed!“ He also leads the Startup Club, where he shares his experiences with almost one million members. Subjects discussed in podcast include: • Introduction to AI and Startups • How has the advent of ChatGPT 3.5 impacted startups over the past year and half? • Business Planning: Benefits of using AI to help create your business plan. • Lead Generation: How can AI help generate effective sales communications for startups? • How can AI improve customer service for startups? • Using AI in Legal documents and Contracts • How can AI assist you in writing blogs and professional communications? • How can AI be used as a coach for setting goals and developing performance measurements? • The future of AI in business startups • Why is it crucial for startups to embrace AI to stay competitive? • Basic technical skills needed for using AI Episode Sponsor: Little Jimmy's Italian Ice *

Revolutionizing Data Analysis: The Journey of Scavenger.ai In this exciting episode of Startuprad.io, host Jörn "Joe" Menninger sits down with Maximilian Hahnenkamp, the co-founder of Scavenger.ai. Max shares his remarkable journey from being a professional field hockey player in Austria to founding an innovative AI startup in Frankfurt. Scavenger.ai is making waves in the world of data analysis, offering cutting-edge AI tools that simplify complex data management for businesses. Max discusses the company's impressive €1.1 million pre-seed funding and their plans for a full software launch by June 2024. He also emphasizes the need to reduce bureaucratic hurdles for startups and talks about the ongoing efforts to expand their team and attract new investors. Key Topics Discussed: - Early Beginnings: How Max's field hockey career shaped his entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills. - Internship Insights: The impact of Max's internships at Deloitte and the Financial Times Challenge on his journey. - AI Challenges and Opportunities: The unique challenges in the AI and big data landscape that led to the creation of Scavenger.ai. - Technical Innovations: How Scavenger.ai's trio of AI tools work together to provide unparalleled data insights. - Scalability and Growth: The factors that have enabled Scavenger.ai to scale effectively. - Funding and Investment: The role of early funding from HTGF and CampStorm Ventures and future investment plans. - Customer Focus: How Scavenger.ai's flexible AI solutions cater to a diverse range of industries and customers. - International Expansion: Preparations for global expansion and the advantages of GDPR compliance. - Team Growth: The skills and qualities Scavenger.ai looks for in new hires. - Support for Startups: How local governments and innovation hubs can better support early-stage startups. About Maximilian Hahnenkamp: Maximilian Hahnenkamp is a 26-year-old entrepreneur from Vienna, Austria. His journey combines a background in professional sports and academia. He led Austria's youth national field hockey team and pursued studies in business law and management. Max's innovative thinking and leadership skills culminated in the creation of Scavenger.ai, an AI startup focused on transforming data analysis for enterprises. About Scavenger.ai: Scavenger.ai, based in Frankfurt, aims to revolutionize data analytics through AI. With €1.1 million in pre-seed funding, the startup offers a unique solution for data analysis, featuring AI tools for data cleaning, statistical analysis, and interpretation. Their scalable infrastructure supports multiple languages and ensures GDPR compliance, catering to clients ranging from SMEs to large enterprises in various sectors. Venture Capital Funding: Scavenger.ai's notable investors include HTGF and CampStorm Ventures. Interested in participating in the next funding round? Reach out to explore investment opportunities. Tune in for an insightful conversation on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of AI-driven data analysis. Find all blog posts with all the links on our blog https://www.startuprad.io/blog Subscribe Here https://linktr.ee/startupradio

Explore the intricacies of manufacturing and product creation in this enlightening episode of Coffee N° 5. Discover the differences between private label and white label products and the hurdles involved in developing private labels. Get insider tips on effectively collaborating with startups and crafting sustainable products. Explore the vital link between manufacturing and marketing for beauty brands and what branding truly means in the manufacturing realm. Join the conversation as experts break down the complexities of the product creation process in a way that's easy to understand and captivating to listen to. Tune in for an educational and engaging exploration of the manufacturing world!We'll talk about:The complexities of manufacturing The difference between private label and white label productsChallenges that come with developing private labelsThe key to working with startupsHow brands can develop sustainable productsThe connection between manufacturing and marketing for beauty brandsWhat branding means in the manufacturing spaceThe intricacies of collaboration in the product creation processFor more information, visit Miami Growth Machine's Website.Subscribe to Lara's newsletter.Also, follow our host Lara Schmoisman on social media:Instagram: @laraschmoismanFacebook: @LaraSchmoismanSupport the showSupport the show

Lots of people, maybe even you, are looking for jobs right now.  But finding the right opportunities at the right companies can be incredibly challenging.  There are 3,000 companies in our space which makes it tough to figure it all out.So I created a job board.  Just for cybersecurity sales jobs.  And just at startups. There are tons of job boards out there, so how is this one different?It is curated - I give my commentary on the job/companyIt is only cybersecurity companiesIt is only for jobs at startupsHow to use it as a seeker:Subscribe to the SBB newsletter to get a weekly digestPodcast episodes released weekly with commentary on jobsGo to cybersalesjobs.com to check it out and get alertsIf you are hiring:Get in front of the only community dedicated to cybersecurity startup sales. Hundreds read the newsletter, and the podcast gets thousands of downloads.It is free to post a small number of jobsThere are two paid options if you want to get more exposurePackages are priced right now for early adoptersGo to cybersalesjobs.com  and you'll see a button “post a job,” and then you are off to the races.Action:Please share cybersalesjobs.com with anyone looking for a new opportunity or looking to hire great cybersecurity sales talent.  Support the show

In today's episode, Lakshmi Shenoy, CEO of Embarc Collective, joins us to discuss the critical areas early-stage startups must pay attention to for success. Lakshmi makes a strong case for listening to data and why starting a company is similar to a scientific experiment. Lakshmi also shares how founders are tapping into Florida's economy to start and grow their companies and how Embarc Collective helps startups in their unique journey. Join us as we discuss:Critical priorities for early-stage startupsHow to identify blind spots as foundersFlorida and Tampa's startup scene and the opportunities thereEmbarc Collective - how they work with startups and why their model is so successfulIf you want to hear more episodes like this one, check us out on Apple Podcasts.If you don't use Apple Podcasts, you can find every episode here.Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for Startup Success in your favorite podcast player.

Join Mary Scott and Amanda as they discuss:How to use accountability to create resilienceWhy connecting with existing groups and resources is critical for startupsHow to rebuild resilience when it's fadedResources:Welcome - BusinessRiffCome to our event on January 17th:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/474101469257SUMMARY:Creating your own company from the ground up is not easy by any means. Start-up businesses always have their ins and outs, their do's and don't's, and maybe even their “yes, and's” and “no, but's”. On this resilience episode of Unleashing YOUR Great Work, we get to meet and speak with advisor, author, and founder of BusinessRiff, Mary Scott. Mary has always considered herself a “connector” and has found Great Work in connecting people of many skills and resources to help their start-up businesses flourish. However, starting a business can have it's drawbacks, and it's important to remember your own value and self-care when the going gets tough. A big fan of getting “off-planet” (a term coined to describe the escape from work life into rejuvenating self-care), Mary gives us the reassurance that if we know what works for us, and more importantly what DOESN'T work for us, we can achieve a conquering mindset of changing the world in what whatever Great Work we have to give.About the Guest:Mary Scott, award-winning filmmaker, founder of BusinessRiff and author of the St. Louis Startup ResourceGuide, wants StartUps to be wildly successful. As an advisor to hundreds of established businesses and startups, she works with inventors, tech & product founders, and solopreneurs to get them organized, and pitch perfect to present to investors and get checks instead of chuckles.This is going to be Fun!About the Host: Dr. Amanda Crowell is a cognitive psychologist, speaker, podcaster, author of Great Work, and the creator of the Great Work Journals. Amanda's TEDx talk: Three Reasons You Aren't Doing What You Say You Will Do has received more than a million views and has been featured on TED's Ideas blog and TED Shorts. Her ideas have also been featured on NPR, Al Jazeera, The Wall Street Journal, Quartz, and Thrive Global. Amanda lives in New Jersey with her husband, two adorable kids, and a remarkable newfiepoo named Ruthie. She spends her days educating future teachers, coaching accidental entrepreneurs, and speaking about how to make progress on Great Work to colleges and corporate teams. To book Dr. Crowell to speak or inquire about coaching, check out amandacrowell.com or email amanda@amandacrowell.com.Website: amandacrowell.comBook: https://www.amazon.com/Great-Work-Amanda-J-Crowell/dp/1737374196Podcast: amandacrowell.com/podcastIG: https://www.instagram.com/aj_crowellLinked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-crowell-51188130/About PodapaloozaAll of these resilience...

Miki Kuusi is the CEO of Wolt and Head of DoorDash International. In 2014 Miki founded Wolt with a mission to turn the smartphone into a remote controller for life, starting with delivering your favorite restaurant food, to you at home. Today Wolt operates in 23 countries, across several different categories, has over 4,000 employees, and last year, Doordash made the move to join forces with Wolt in a deal worth a reported $8.1BN. Previously, Miki was the CEO of Slush, one of the leading tech and investor events in the world attended by more than 25,000 people annually. In Today's Discussion with Miki Kuusi: 1.) Founding Slush and Wolt: An Entry into Startups: How did Miki come to found Wolt? What was that a-ha moment? Did Wolt have product-market-fit from Day 1? What was the turning point when they did? What does Miki know now that he wishes he had known when he started Wolt on Day 1? 2.) The Makings of a Truly Great Leader: How does Miki define "high performance" today in leadership? How does Miki think about what focus means in leadership? What is the hardest decision Miki has had to make when it comes to focusing the company? What did he learn from Ilkka @ Supercell? What does Miki believe is the KPI of success as the CEO? How does it change? What does Miki believe is the difference between good vs great leadership? What does Miki believe is the biggest sacrifice he has made as the CEO? 3.) Hiring a Team to Compete on a Global Stage: How does Miki use compensation to create a culture of ownership and accountability? Does Miki start from a position of trust and it is there to be lost or no trust and it is there to be gained? What is the difference between a team and a family in company building? What is the core difference between trust and safety in company building? Why does Miki always want to have trust but not want to have safety? What are the single biggest hiring mistakes that Miki has made? How has he learned from them? Why does Miki believe you do not want to hire people that have done it before but hire the people who have seen those people do it before? Why does Miki believe most companies are merely glorified recruiting operations? Does Miki believe that companies need to be as big as they have grown into, headcount-wise? 4.) Miki Kuusi: The Personal Journey What single day was the hardest day of the Wolt journey for Miki? How did it change him? Why does Miki believe that for their Series B, all-bar one VC turned them down? How does Miki assess his own relationship to risk and money today? Why is Miki an advocate for founders taking secondaries along the journey? What can Europe do to become a powerhouse in tech moving forward? Why did Miki decide to sell the company to Doordash? What is he most excited to learn from Tony Xu, Doordash Founder and CEO? Items Mentioned in Today's Episode: Miki's Favourite Book: The Hard Thing About Hard Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers

Tristan Handy is the Founder and CEO @ dbt, a data transformation tool that enables data analysts and engineers to transform, test and document data in the cloud data warehouse. To date, Tristan has raised over $400M from the likes of Sequoia, Altimeter, Coatue, ICONIQ and GV with the latest funding round valuing the company at $4.2BN. Prior to founding dbt, Tristan was the VP Marketing @ RJ Metrics and got his break in the world of startups through former 20VC guest, Anthony Casalena with a Director of Operations role at Squarespace. In Today's Episode with Tristan Handy: 1.) Entry into Startups: How did Tristan make his way into the world of startups with his first role at Squarespace? How did Tristan's time with Squarespace impact how he builds dbt today? What does Tristan know now that he wishes he had known when he founded dbt? 2.) Our Jobs Are Not That Hard: Why does Tristan believe that our jobs are not that hard? If going down this line, how does Tristan hire? What does he look for? How does he test for it? When does experience matter? When does it not matter? 3.) dbt: The Company Why does Tristan believe that remote work does not work? What financial packages have dbt put in place to allow their employees this physical interaction? What does Tristan believe is the hardest element of building a hybrid company? When does everything start to break? What are the biggest lessons Tristan and dbt have taken from Gitlab? 4.) Tristan: The Leader How does Tristan conduct and execute on the best performance reviews? How does Tristan create an environment of safety where people feel they can be honest and transparent? What are the elements that you cannot be transparent on? Where does transparency break down? 5.) Trading Freedom for Scale: dbt could have been a small and super profitable company, why did Tristan decide to trade off the freedom and raise big from VCs? How did Tristan raise over $414M without ever talking about an efficiency metric? Is Tristan concerned about living into the $4.2BN valuation in what is a very different time? With the benefit of hindsight, is Tristan pleased he went big and raised venture?

Tarek Mansour is the Founder and CEO @ Kalshi, the first regulated exchange where you can trade directly on the outcome of events. Tarek has raised funding from some of the best including Alfred Lin @ Sequoia, Ali Partovi @ Neo, Ron Conway, Charles Schwab and Henry Kravis. Before founding Kalshi, Tarek worked at the likes of Citadel, Palantir and Goldman Sachs, in various different roles. In Today's Episode with Tarek Mansour We Discuss: 1.) Entry into Startups: How did Tarek make his way from a nerdy kid in Lebanon to having his first startup funded by Sequoia and billionaires likes Charles Schwab and Henry Kravis? How did his mother's continuous desire for excellence change Tarek's mindset? What are the biggest lessons that Tarek took from his mother's strict parenting and how did he apply them to how he manages the team at Kalshi today? 2.) What it Takes to Succeed: Why does Tarek believe that the world does not want your startup to exist? In that case, what are the core traits that founders need to fight this headwind? Does Tarek believe in work-life balance? What are some of the struggles of this? Does Tarek believe you should work on your weaknesses or double down on your strengths? 3.) Building the Team: Does Tarek believe that naivete is a strength or a weakness? At what point does it change between being a strength to being a weakness? Does Tarek prefer to hire more senior experienced people or younger hustlers with more energy? What have been the single biggest hiring mistakes that Tarek has made? How has it changed his approach to team building? What is the one single trait that if Tarek sees, he will not hire? How does Tarek make the interview process both fun but different and challenging? Where do so many founders make mistakes in how they construct the hiring process? 4.) Tarek Mansour: AMA: What have been the single biggest lessons from working with Ron Conway and Alfred Lin? What are some of Tarek's biggest insecurities in leadership today? What does Tarek know now that he wishes he had known at the beginning of his time with Kalshi? What would Tarek most like to change about the world of startups? Items Mentioned in Today's Show: Tarek's Favourite Book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as If Your Life Depended on It 

Investing in the New Frontier of Space Connectivity with Katherine MonsonHave you ever wondered how private businesses operate in space? It's difficult to comprehend the technological advancements and innovations in commercial space industries that can truly benefit humans on Earth!In this episode of Scale by Numbers, we speak with Katherine Monson, the Chief Operating Officer for Hedron, who is working on communications infrastructure in space. Hedron is an aerospace company that is developing a hybrid RF and optical relay network in order to improve communication between space and Earth.It's fascinating to hear Katherine speak about the different layers of the space industry and how Hedron is trying to create faster connectivity between space and earth with lasers! What You'll Learn:How businesses operate in spaceThe different types of companies in spaceHow important the commercial space sector isWhat fundraising is like for space startupsHow the space industry differs from 10 years agoThe unique ecosystem in the space industryWhether or not governments control business operationsThe problems that Hedron is trying to solveKey TakeawaysHow beneficial the space industry is to people here on earthThe new innovations that are revolutionizing the space industryThe logistics of operating a business in spaceWant to learn more? Start HEREReady To Scale? But not ready to invest in a CFO?One of our bespoke packages can help you. One of our membership options may be able to help. Learn more herePro Membership:This is ideal for those who want to do it themselves, but with a thinking partner by their side! Gain the hands-on training and access to our community that you need at this stage of your business. Enterprise Package:Perfect for companies who are on the edge of growth, and ready to take that next step but want someone to do the work for you.  Bring us on board as your interim CFO. We'll guide you through the planning & execution you'll need to guide your growth.  From modeling to M&A our expert team is ready to dive in.  Connect with us LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesvanreusel/Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamesVanreuselYouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7-6z47BPMnY9eJn0gCha6gv1WtquitMmWebsite: www.vanreuselventures.com

Jim Lanzone is the CEO @ Yahoo, a company that today reaches nearly 900 million people around the world and is the third largest property on the Internet. Prior to Yahoo, Tim was the CEO of Tinder, the world's most popular app for meeting new people, downloaded by more than 400 million people. Before Tinder, Jim spent a decade as President and CEO of CBS Interactive, a top 10 global Internet company with brands ranging from CBS All Access to CNET. He joined CBS Interactive in 2011 when CBS Corporation purchased Clicker Media, where he was founder and CEO. Before founding Clicker, Jim served as CEO of Ask.com (formerly Ask Jeeves). In Today's Episode with Jim Lanzone 1.) Jim's Entry into the World of Startups: How did Jim go from law school to founding his first tech startup in the dot com boom? How did seeing the crash and the first company going bust, shape Jim's perspectives on great leadership? What does Jim know now that he wishes he had known when he started way back in 1999? 2.) Leadership 101: How does Jim define "high performance" in business today? What are the 4 things Jim always looks for when hiring new people? Why does Jim believe the standard interview process and questions are broken? How does he do it differently? What are his biggest lessons on how to hire effectively? How does Jim know when to let someone go? How long do you give under-performers? 3.) Crashes and Turnarounds: Jim has seen three crashes as a CEO, what are Jim's biggest lessons from 3 prior crashes? How does Jim advise founders to be acting today? What should they focus on? How can leaders maintain morale and optimism in the face of tough macro times? How does Jim advise founders to communicate both with their investors and board when it comes to reduced performance in harder times? 4.) The Yahoo Turnaround: What does Jim believe the 1-2 core things Yahoo needs to fix is? Why are they priorities? How does Jim approach turning round the Yahoo brand? How does he plan to make it attractive? What is the biggest misnomer that people have about Yahoo today? How does Jim think about running a portfolio approach with Yahoo moving forward? How has Jim changed the org structure and management of Yahoo most significantly? Items Mentioned in Today's Episode: Jim's Favourite Book: Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln

Arvid Kahl is a seasoned pro when it comes to bootstrapping startups. He created Feedback Panda and one year later grew it to $55,000 MRR. He then sold it two years later for an amount of money that was life changing. He then launched Bootstrapped Founder where he writes about Bootstrapping, startups, engineering and mental health. He's also written a couple of guides, one of which is Zero to Sold that is meant to guide software engineers who want to become entrepreneurs.Arvid and I discuss:Lessons he learned from failed startupsHow to turn startups into viable business that stand the test of timeHow he grew his Twitter following to 50,000+ followersMental health as it relates to work ethic and culture among startupsLinks:Do you love Innovators Can Laugh and want to see Eric's smiling face? Subscribe to my YouTube channel.Want more insights like this? Check out the Innovators Can Laugh newsletter----Past guests on Innovators Can Laugh include Ovi Negrean, Arnaud Belinga, Csaba Zajdó, Dagobert Renouf, Andrei Zinkevich, Viktorija Cijunskyte, Lukas Kaminskis, Pija Indriunaite, Monika Paule, PhD, Vytautas Zabulis, Leon van der Laan, Ieva Vaitkevičiūtė.-----Additional episodes you might enjoy:#45 Dagobert Renouf - Brand design for your Startup in 5 minutes#42 Csaba Zajdó - Top Startup in Europe for E-commerce: OptiMonk#30 Andrius Rimkunas - The smart, wireless, GPS-powered alarm system#28 Monika Paule, PhD - Trailblazing discoveries in Gene Editing Solutions#23 Ieva Vaitkevičiūtė - Mindletic: a mental gym for your emotional balance#18 - Irina Constantin - Vaunt - the Complete Solution for Real-estate Business Management#4 - Julija Jegorova - Creating exposure for global startupsFor the Innovators Can Laugh newsletter in your inbox every week, subscribe at https://innovatorscanlaugh.substack.comPrevious guests include: Arvid Kahl of FeedbackPanda, Andrei Zinkevich of FullFunnel, Scott Van den Berg of Influencer Capital, Buster Franken of Fruitpunch AI, Valentin Radu of Omniconvert, Evelina Necula of Kinderpedia, Ionut Vlad of Tokinomo, Diana Florescu of MediaforGrowth, Irina Obushtarova of Recursive, Monika Paule of Caszyme, Yannick Veys of Hypefury, Laura Erdem of Dreamdata, and Pija Indriunaite of CityBee. Check out our five most downloaded episodes: From Uber and BCG to building a telehealth for pets startup with Michael Fisher From Starcraft Player to Maximizing Customer Lifetime Value with Valentin Radu Revolutionizing Parent-Teacher Communication with Kinderpedia ...

Liam Carnahan is a content strategist, SEO expert, and founder of Inkwell Content Services, which is about creating creative content to outrank your competition. He had attained his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Literature, Writing, and Publishing at Emerson College. Liam started as a writer in a content farm until he was given the opportunity to become the Director of Content at a digital content marketing agency in Sydney. He grew his skills in writing, content creation, and SEO publishing in the companies he had been previously affiliated with Croud and Brafton. In 2019, he left his 9-5 job to run his own company and help others achieve their goals. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on content marketing for startups and how we can drive growth by increasing organic traffic by as much as 77%. Insights he shares include: Why are SEO and content considered boring and robotic by some and what can be done about itHow to overcome time and resources restraints in a business when investing in content and SEOWhat makes for a good content strategy for startupsWhat makes for good content marketing for startupsHow to predict a return on investment with content marketing for startupsHow to best balance the purpose of content versus SEO outcomesWhat makes for a good piece of contentHow to get as much as a 77% increase in traffic via content marketing for startupsHow to ensure content is remark worthy to your audienceHow to leverage partnerships in content marketing for startupsand much much more...

Welcome to The Priggya Arora Show, where we have in-depth conversations with legal specialists and entrepreneurs from all around the world. In Episode 21, we talk to Devin Miller. Devin is the founder of Miller IP. He's also had extensive experience founding and running startups, with multiple ventures, which are now valued at 7-8 figures. Join us as we Discuss:

Ashish Anand is the Founder & CEO of Whrrl Loans, which allows the transfer of loan amount to farmers in just five minutes in a secure and transparent way by making the lending process risk-free for the banks using proprietary blockchain solutionsAs a parallel entrepreneur, Ashish recently founded Bru Finance, an award-winning Decentralized Finance (DeFi) protocol which is linking real-world assets ranging from agricultural commodities, real estate, gold, mortgages, receivables, loans against securities and exotic assets with a new DeFi ecosystem, free from speculative products and protocols.In addition to his 17 years of experience in varied fields of finance, viz., debt syndication, CFO services, commodity finance, hedging etc. Ashish has spent four years in the blockchain space, running an international advisory blockchain platform with more than 100 advisors before starting Whrrl.KEY TAKEAWAYSHis journey from becoming a Chartered Accountant to starting his own fintech startupsBlockchain & financial inclusion: how digital lending is reaching the farm gateBuilding a solid culture in early-stage startupsHow blockchain will transform recruitmentFuture of DeFi and its potentialHow to prepare the market to be receptive to the world of blockchain and DeFiEPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:The Journey of Blockchain, Commodity Finance and Farm Gate Blockchain technology is challenging to use at the consumer level; its UX UI still needs to evolve; secondly, it has significant usability issues. Hence only the back-end was developed using blockchain. Farmers only need to go to the warehouse and get the loan without going to the bank. It's a paperless, person-less system where farmers' interaction with technology is limited to “pressing a button”, “Apply for a loan”.How Do You Set Up the Building Blocks While Starting up Something New?Ashish says that since the margin of error on hiring is very low in startups, the right building blocks are vital.Focus on hard skills during initial hiring; the person should perform from day one. This changes after things have settled and processes are in place.Two aspects are essential. Are we able to make an impact? Is our work making an impact? If you are coding, are they coming from the perspective that farmers can use it?Effect of Decentralized Finances (DeFi) On Centralized BankingDeFi is the fintech equivalent of the crypto market. The competition of DeFI is definitely with traditional banking. For example, if you own digital assets, you can go on any DeFi platform and take a loan. You don't need to go to a bank to take a loan.Most central banks don't have a good comment on cryptocurrency because they are concerned with the supply of money that decides growth and inflation. Bitcoins distort everything from their control.How to Create a Market for a Blockchain Solution?A blockchain requires an ecosystem. For example, in commodity finance, we need both farmers and warehouses to come on board. It is similar for supply chain solutions that work on traceability and other factors. Every component of the supply chain must be on the blockchain itself. Unless that happens, we will defeat the purpose of the blockchain.Follow Ashish on LinkedInProduced by: Priya BhattPodcast host: Aditya Sreekumar

"Forget go big or go home. Instead, go big or be successful." - Michael de la MazaMichael de la Maza is an agile coach by day and an angel investor by night. He has invested in 30 startups directly and another 50 through syndicates and funds. Michael invested in unicorns, Boom, Rappi, and Relativity Space at the seed stage. He is in the process of launching an angel group in Boston.In the angel community, Michael is famous for beating former YC President Sam Altman for $100K in a five-year bet on startup valuations, making him an authority on startup valuations from zero stage to exit. Michael holds a Ph.D. in artificial intelligence from MIT.The Deep Wealth Experience has you learn the 9-steps of preparation in 90-days. At the end of the 90-day,s you create a blueprint to help you optimize your business value. You also have the certainty of capturing the maximum value for your liquidity event.‍SHOW NOTESThe valuable lesson Michael learned in the dot com crash that still applies todayWhy Michael prefers to invest in cockroach startupsThe power of running your company like a cockroach startupWhy the characteristics of founders is everything in the success of a businessThe characteristics of founders who operate cockroach startupsHow nonconformity plays a large role in creating a market disruptionWhy emotional resilience is often the difference between success and failureThe choice between a business being easy and growthHow the industrial age is ending and the digital age is starting and what this means for youWhy you should operate your business using the three horizons strategyHow autonomy and decision-making with your staff keeps your business quick and agileWhy improvement activities must be evidenced-basedThe power of changing your outlook from "go big or go home" to "go big or be successful."How the work landscape has forever changed as a result of the COVID-19 pandemicHow autonomy and independence requires employees with responsibilityWhy as a business owner you must exemplify the behavior you want in your cultureHow Michael is a coach for business owners to ensure success in their personal and business lifeThe one question every business owner must ask to welcome personal growthWhy the people you associate with can help you succeed or fail‍This podcast is brought to you by Deep Wealth. When it comes to your liquidity event, you have one chance to get it right, and you better make it count. Enterprise value is created from preparation and not the event itself. Learn how the Deep Wealth Experience helps you maximize enterprise value. Master the same strategies our founders used to increase their company value by 10X. Access the same 9-step road map of preparation that paves the way for success. Enjoy the certainty that you'll capture the maximum value on your liquidity event.  Click here to book your free exploratory call.Enjoy the interview!‍SELECTED LINKS FOR THIS EPISODEMichael de la Maza on LinkedInThe Deep Wealth ExperienceBook Your FREE Deep Wealth Exit Call‍This podcast is brought to you by the Deep Wealth Experience. In the world of mergers and acquisitions, 90% of deals fail. Of the successful deals, business owners leave millions of dollars on the deal table.Who are we, and how do we know? We're the 9-figure exit guys. We said "no" to a 7-figure offer. Two years later, we said "yes" to a 9-figure of

The Dreamer on the podcast this week is Susan McPherson.Susan McPherson is the founder and CEO of McPherson Strategies; a communications consultancy focused on the intersection of brands and social impact. Susan has 25+ years of experience in marketing, public relations, and sustainability communications, speaking regularly at industry conferences and contributing to the Harvard Business Review, Fast Company, and Forbes. She has appeared on NPR, CNN, USA Today, The New Yorker, New York Magazine, and the Los Angeles Times. Susan is an angel investor and a Vital Voices global corporate ambassador and has received numerous accolades for her voice on social media platforms from Fortune Magazine, Fast Company, and Elle Magazine. She's known to be a serial connector and is the author of The Lost Art of Connecting: The Gather, Ask, Do Method for Building Meaningful Relationships. In this episode, you will learn about:Susan's journey as an  angel investor of 18 women-led startupsHow to become an accredited investorHow to find and approach potential investors for your businessThe best advice Susan received her first year as an entrepreneur that has helped her build a multi-million dollar businessHow tragedy prepared Susan to take risks and carry her mother's legacyThe 3-step method Susan has used over the years to build meaningful relationships and become known as a serial connector Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. I read every single review. I will select one review to read on the podcast every month.Subscribe to the podcast, so you never miss an episode: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify |  iHeart Radio | Amazon Music | Listen Notes |Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Connect with Susan McPherson:Website: thelostartofconnectingInstagram: susanmcp1Twitter: susanmcp1Links Mentioned in this Episode:Dream of Legacy Book by Anne-Lyse WealthJuno Formerly LeverEdge Jumiino Natural SkincareConnect with meWebsite: dreamoflegacy.comInstagram: thedreamers.podcast or annelysewealthTwitter: annelysewealthIf you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here.Do you want to sponsor the podcast? Are you a Dreamer? Do you know a Dreamers I should interview? 

My guest for Ep134 of The Startup Playbook Podcast was the Co-founder & Co-CEO of Open and Huddle Insurance, Jason Wilby. In 2016, Jason and his Co-founder, Jonathan Buck, launched Huddle, Open's Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brand which is now Australia's most popular tech-driven Insurance company. The tech developed through Huddle is now the foundation for Open's B2B solution, an AI powered platform that makes financial services open, less costly and more reliable for consumers. To date, Open has raised $24M including a $3.1M Series A extension round led by AirTree. We covered a range of topics in this interview including: Balancing and managing risk when growing startupsHow to find and assess the right partners and investors for your businessBuilding and implementing company culture based on shared valuesOpen's journey to raising $24M in funding& much more! Full interview below! Show notes: Jonathan Buck (Co-founder @ Open)Auxilio VenturesLouisa Mackay (Director @ Auxilio Ventures)Hollard InsuranceOpen BankingJames Cameron (Partner @ AirTree Ventures)AirTreeLachlan Brown (Growth & Comms @ Open & Huddle)Huddle InsuranceJason Wilby (Twitter)Jason Wilby (LinkedIn) Special Thanks: Special thanks to James Cameron, Louisa Mackay and Jonathan Buck for their help with research for this interview ? . Feedback/connect/say hello: Rohit@startupplaybook.co@RohitBhargava7 (Twitter)/rohbhargava (LinkedIn)@rohit_bhargava (Instagram)My Youtube Channel Credits: Music: Joakim Karud – Dreams Other channels: Don't have iTunes? The podcast is also available on Spotify, Soundcloud & Stitcher Audio Player. https://youtu.be/MiEj4bN3Doo The post Ep134 – Jason Wilby (Co-founder & Co-CEO – Open) on risk, purpose and shared values appeared first on Startup Playbook.

It's been a while since we had an investor story on the #StartupShow. We recently had the pleasure of hosting Dani Gutenberg, the Early Stage Angel Investor at VI Partners - and let me tell you, it was worth the wait. If you are curious to learn about his early investment in Facebook 11 years ago and how he recognized its potential, don't miss the super inspiring interview below!Coming from the world of engineering, Dani Gutenberg began investing in startups in the mid-‘90s. At the very beginning of his career, he started a company that distributed products and services from the USA to Europe. Most of them took part in building the internet as we know it today, such as NetScape and AltaVista. For the past 15 years, Gutenberg has been supporting startups as an early stage investor at VI Partners AG. He still enjoys working with very young, innovative, and energetic people.VI Partners gathers 10 large Swiss investors around the idea of providing the seed stage companies with capital, coaching and networks. They mostly invest in Swiss startups and collaborate closely with ETH in Zurich. Regarding their industries of interest, the main focus of VI Partners is in two fields: healthcare and technology. Watch the video to hear Gutenberg's main criteria when selecting startups.Website: https://vipartners.ch/ In this episode, Gutenberg also tells the story of the biggest mistake he made as an investor, the importance of industry expertise and why you, in particular, should be building a unicorn.Watch the previous episode: Adrian Walker – BoataffairIn the upcoming show: Phil Lojacono – AdvanonSkip to Questions:1:01 Who is Dani Gutenberg?1:50 What did your early days in Hawaii look like?3:26 How do you handle the feeling of taking the risk and starting a business by yourself?5:18 What's VI partners? Where is your focus? Stage? 6:41 How did you discover Facebook in December 2017? What was the indicator for success back then?9:11 How do you deal with a negative feedback?10:07 What excites you the most about the investment process?10:44 How do you cope with “the importance of industry experts” - why is this important during the investment process? 11:15 You are both a private investor and a board member of vipartners. How do you distinguish between those two? 12:24 How do you allocate the time you dedicate to different types of startups?13:29 What's the feeling of fulfilling a goal with a startup and having to let them go after all?14:50 What trends do you see in the VC industry?16:05 What are the industry verticals (or startups) that are going to be big in the next 10 to 15 years?18:07 What makes the local VC/Startup ecosystem so unique? Quick Fire Q&A18:34 What's your best valuation method for early-stage startups?19:35 What are some tips for balancing work and life?19:54 What's your best advice for starting a VC/raising a fund?20:14 My biggest mistake as a VC was…20:41 Who is your role model in the VC world?Expert Advice21:24 Expert Advice from Dani Gutenberg——————————————Get in touch: https://goo.gl/forms/7zqfBX9ctwH8Nu4I2 ——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

To tackle the question of climate change we visited Carbon Delta and enjoyed the company of CEO & co-founder Dr Oliver Marchand. With him, we tried to answer the questions of the business opportunities of climate change and how to get investors for your startup. We have hosted so many versatile entrepreneurs in the #StartupShow, but Oliver Marchand has definitely made some of the most interesting career steps we have seen so far. This climate change expert started his career as an ice cream vendor. At one period in life, he was a comedian while, in another, he spent 15 years working in meteorology and weather services. Since he is very passionate about the environment and nature, it's not surprising that one of his hobbies is cooking with solar power. Today he is the CEO & co-founder of environmental startup, Carbon Delta.Carbon Delta came up with the most comprehensive model for managing climate and market data risks for portfolio managers. With their measure Climate Value-at-Risk, they provide companies with analysis for both climate-related risks and opportunities. At the moment, Carbon Delta gives answers to 22.000 companies on how climate change will affect their future operations. Watch the video below to learn how!Website https://www.carbon-delta.com/ Marchand explains not only the importance of climate change analysis but also shares some entrepreneurial gems of wisdom too. Watch the video to learn what's most important in an investor and how to get one on board. Skip to Questions:1:08 Who is Oliver Marchand?2:31 You were a comedian?3:43 Does your comedian background help you in your career today?4:24 What does Carbon Delta do?6:07 What data do you provide?7:18 How do you collect data?8:20 How did you get inspired?10:06 What are some of the next steps?11:27 You won many awards. Which one is the most valuable to you? Why?12:19 What are some of the recent developments? UN & Series A? 13:30 You got support from ZKB and SICTIC. How was your experience with them?14:32 What's your impression of the local startup ecosystem?Quick Fire Q&A15:22 What's most important to you in an investor?15:46 Best tip to get an investor on board?16:11 What traits do you look for when you hire someone?16:41 What inspired you for entrepreneurship?16:49 What are some tips for balancing work and life?Expert Advice17:32 Expert Advice from Oliver Marchand——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of the #StartupShow we dig even deeper into the Israeli fintech startups. To discuss it with the best possible interviewee, Cedric visited Intelligo and met with Shlomo Mirvis, the CEO & co-founder. Apart from his insights into the Israeli startup world, Mirvis shares his thoughts on advanced background checks as well as what inspired him to start his company. Shlomo Mirvis is a former corporate lawyer that went down a very interesting career path. This experienced Chief Executive Officer entered the world of high-tech by mistake but, as he explains, he is very thankful for that. Passionate about the power of innovation, Mirvis is a mentor at “8200 Social Program” while also being the CEO & co-founder of Intelligo. Meet him better in the video below!At Intelligo, they believe that every relationship is based on trust, no matter if it is in your personal or business life. With an aim to empower that trust, they created a solution for comprehensive due diligence and background checks, relied on by AI and machine learning. Another important goal of the team behind Intelligo was to make their innovative solution very simple and accessible for everyone. Mirvis will discover us how they did it.Website: https://intelligo-group.com/ Watch the interview to learn what motivates an entrepreneur to start a business and to keep up with the innovation afterwards. We will also try to discover the key to a successful work-life balance and a lot more. Don't miss this one!Skip to Questions0:56 Who is Shlomo Mirvis?1:43 How was the shift from corporate (lawyer) to startup?2:29 You are a mentor at “8200 Social Program”. What is “8200” and how you are involved with them?3:23 What is Intelligo?4:12 What inspired you to start Intelligo?4:46 What's the current status of the background checks market?5:26 What can people find when using your tool? 6:01 What is it that you use that provides efficient and accurate background checks?6:52 Any interesting background check that resulted with a red flag?7:40 What's your vision for your company and your industry for the next five to ten years?9:09 Where do you get all the data from? 9:55 What is your experience with the Israeli startup ecosystem? What are your impressions?10:51 What could be improved?Quick Fire Q&A11:29 The most important character in an entrepreneur is…?11:36 What's important to you in an investor and why?11:52 What would you like to see in the next five years in your ecosystem?12:18 What are some tips for balancing work and life?Expert Advice12:56 Expert Advice from Shlomo Mirvis——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode of the #StartupShow, we are all about web development, Swiss startup ecosystem and insightful feedback. To find out the latest trends in hospitality, Cédric met with Jörg Wasmeier, CTO at Appetita. Jörg Wasmeier is a senior front-end developer based in Zurich, that has worked as a freelancer for the past 12 years. Speaking of freelancing, he claims that there are lots of ups and downs, especially if you invest everything you earn into developing your own ideas. As CTO at Appetita, Wasmeier participated in last year's F10 accelerator. Click the video below to find out more about his experience with this program.Appetita is a virtual waiter that is ready to serve you as soon as you sit in a restaurant. It is able to present you with the menu, to discuss your special inquiries and answer your questions. Appetita will send your order to the kitchen without any hassle and at the end, it will provide quick payment methods. Convenient, isn't it?Website: https://www.appetita.ch/Watch this episode to find out more about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the future of the hospitality industry and a lot more!Season 2.0 features two new segments: “Questions from the audience” and “Quick fire Q&A.” We would like to thank everyone for their continued participation!Skip to Questions:0:54 Who is Jörg Wasmeier?1:26 How is the freelancing world?2:40 You were a part of the F10 accelerator program. What was your that experience for you?4:30 What is Appetita? 5:24 Where do you stand with the development of Appetita?6:14 How do you plan to achieve the product market fit?6:56 Is there a similar product on the market?8:04 How do you deal with the stress that comes with the fact that you have competitors?8:37 What will restaurants look like in the next 10 to 15 years?9:31 How is the Swiss startup ecosystem and what could be improved?10:10 What are your goals with Appetita in the next couple of months?The Audience Asks11:26 How do you assure that the experience of “going to the restaurant” stays in place. Quick Fire Q&A13:06 Tell us one thing you learned the hard way from being a founder.13:29 Most important characteristic of a team member?13:45 What's the best way to reach out to potential investors?14:17 What's your best strategy for getting feedback from users? Expert Advice15:15 Expert Advice from Jörg Wasmeier16:00 What do you suggest to people who want to start coding or web development to do?Ep. 118: Interview with Cédric Bollag, the Founder at GlobalTechBox——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you have so many different ideas, but it seems to you that they don't coincide and that you can't accomplish them all, you should definitely meet today's guest! #StartupShow is the place for versatile talents, so this time we hosted Cédric Waldburger, Founder of sendtask.io.As an investor, entrepreneur, blogger and digital nomad, Cédric Waldburger leads an extraordinary life. Without a permanent living space, he takes all his belongings with him on his many travels and runs his blog, 64things.com. When he was only 14, he started his first company, and he is involved in several projects nowadays. For the past 4 years, Waldburger has been investing in startups in their early stages, as CEO at Tenderloin Ventures. Today we discuss his latest venture, Sendtask.io and yes, we are talking about only one person! Sendtask.io is a task manager, different to others as it allows you to share tasks with anyone, regardless of them being your team members or not. It enables you to share projects with your suppliers and clients too, without them having to create any accounts, or you having to explain a complex app.Website: https://sendtask.io/ Watch the video below to find out more about the principle of conscious living, the importance of clever decision making and a lot more!Season 2.0 features two new segments: “Questions from the audience” and “Quick fire Q&A.” We would like to thank everyone for their continued participation!Skip to Questions:1:11 Who is Cédric Waldburger?2:17 What's the idea of 64things.com?4:50 What was your experience as an investor?6:00 What are the criteria that startups you invest in must meet?6:51 What is sendtask.io?10:33 How can you make sure that your product fits the market?11:22 What are some statistics of Sendtask?13:41 Based on what you saw, what are the advantages and disadvantages of other startup ecosystems compared to the Swiss ecosystem?15:21 Which side do you prefer: Investor vs. Founder. Why?The Audience Asks16:28 Naomi Bollag: Digital nomad life - what's it like? Is something missing because you miss the face-to-face interaction of a real-life office?Quick Fire Q&A17:40 What's most important to you in an investor?17:59 What's most important to you in an entrepreneur?18:55 What would you like to see in the next 5 yrs in your ecosystem?19:32 Tell us something you learned the hard way as an investor.Expert Advice20:40 Expert Advice from Cédric WaldburgerEp. 117: Interview with Cédric Bollag, the Founder at GlobalTechBox——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first sport tech startup is featured on the show!Today Cédric talks to the CEO & co-founder at Chip-ing, Thomas Sandel, about golf, entrepreneurship, risk-taking and money rising – welcome to the #StartupShow episode No.112!Thomas Sandel has been working in finance for the past 25 years. He spent a significant part of his career working for big Swiss financial corporates in the field of risk management. When he turned fifty, Sandel decided to build his own business out of his great passion for golf. The team behind Chip-ing developed smart golf balls, a solution that golf lovers will adore. Not only that Chip-ing allows you to find your golf ball, lost on the fairway, but you can also track the entire statistics of your game: when and where you last played, whether you were better than the last time and compare your score to the community.Website: www.chip-ing.comSeason 2.0 features two new segments: “Questions from the audience” and “Quick fire Q&A.” We would like to thank everyone for their continued participation! A special thanks to Herman Weiss for taking part in this episode!Besides all of the valuable information regarding sport tech and IoT that we gathered for this episode, we also learned that it's never too late to hit the entrepreneurial road. Don't miss the video below!Skip to Questions:1:15 Who is Thomas Sandel?2:05 Why did you move from corporate to startup life?2:52 What is the fascinating part of entrepreneurship?3:22 What is Chip-ing?5:29 Did you find product-market fit? If not, how will you find it?6:46 Walk us through the technology you use, what is trackable and what not?7:41 Do you plan to expand the ‘Bluetooth Chip' technology into other verticals aside from only golf balls? If so, which ones?8:12 Can you patent your technology?8:46 What trends do you see in the IoT space or sports sector?10:06 What works well in the Swiss startup ecosystem and what could be improved? The Audience Asks 11:03 Herman Weiss: how does the embedded technology affect the quality of the ball?Quick Fire Q&A 13:35 What's the best way to reach out to potential investors?13:54 Tell us one thing you learned the hard way.14:26 What's the most important characteristic of a team member?14:47 What's most important to you in an investor?15:16 How did you come up with the idea?Expert Advice16:01 Expert Advice from Thomas SandelEp. 112: Interview with Cédric Bollag, the Founder at GlobalTechBox——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Episode No.109 of the #StartupShow!This time we explore the opportunity to eat fresh and healthy food at work and making the most of your lunch break! That's why we visited the headquarters of Felfel and talked to the co-founders Daniela and Emanuel Steiner. Of Swiss origin, Emanuel grew up in New York, but eventually decided to move back and start a company in Switzerland. His partner, Daniela, studied banking and finance in St.Gallen and built her career in the corporate world, as well as the startup world. She worked for global private equity firm Partners Group, and founded her first company HeyLife afterwards. The Steiners started their food tech startup Felfel more than four years ago and today they share their story with us!Felfel makes it possible for every company to offer fresh, affordable food 24/7 to their employees. They cater for specific diets too, such as gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan, but the most exciting part is yet to come! The Steiners invite companies to visit their headquarters to experience their innovative approach to food. They welcome companies to bring 10 employees for lunch and try Felfel's food and service for FREE! Website: https://felfel.ch/Season 2.0 features two new segments: “Questions from the audience” and “Quick fire Q&A.” We would like to thank everyone for their continued participation! A special thanks to Bernhard Fischer for taking part in this episode!If you want to hear the unusual story about couple entrepreneurship and food technology, don't miss the video!Skip to Questions:0:53 Who is Daniela Steiner?1:18 You moved from corporate job to entrepreneurship. How was that experience for you?1:48 Who is Emanuel Steiner?2:19 You did your MBA at Harvard Business School. Can you share your impressions?3:09 What is Felfel?3:45 Can you walk us through how a client uses your product?5:03 How did you come up with the idea?6:25 How do you manage all the logistics successfully?8:28 You distributed more than 150 machines so far. How do you foster growth?9:25 You won the SEF award 2017. How was it?10:44 Investor Question: How did you know that your product fit the market? 11:49 What trends do you see in the food(tech) industry?12:53 Is there anything that could be better in the Swiss Startup Ecosystem?14:57 Do you plan to expand globally and what's your plan for the next couple of years?15:47 What is it like to be an entrepreneurial couple and do you have any tips for those who plan to go down the same path?The Audience Asks17:21 Bernhard Fischer: Do you also have kosher meals? Or meals for people with dietary requirements?Quick Fire Q&A19:15 How did you get your first paying client?19:14 What's the best way to reach out to potential investors?20:00 Tell us one startup lesson you learned the hard way.20:43 Who do you admire in the startup world?21:56 Do you define yourself as a risk-seeker or risk-averse and why?Expert Advice23:22 Expert Advice from Daniela Steiner23:32 Expert Advice from Emanuel SteinerEp. 109: Interview with Cédric Bollag, the Founder at GlobalTechBox——————————————Cédric Bollag is an aspiring venture capitalist. Cédric decided to turn his passion about “Startups, Tech & Innovation” into a blog. He releases video interviews with entrepreneurs, investors and thought leaders in innovation. For any questions, suggestions and inquiries feel free to connect and reach out.Connect with me on other social media channels:Cédric Bollag (Blogger & Founder):Email: cedric@globaltechbox.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedric.bollag/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/cedric.b...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cedric.bollag/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cedricbol...GlobalTechBox.com:Instagram: https://instagram.com/globaltechbox/Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/globalte...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/globaltechbox/Thank you for your attention! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.