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On this episode of the Space Marketing Podcast, we dive into one of the most simple yet incredibly powerful marketing strategies that often gets overlooked—being nice. Izzy chats with her guest - Bradley Hope, U.S. Area Sales Manager for MSI-DFAT. Kindness might not sound like a groundbreaking strategy, but in the world of marketing, it can be a game-changer. Being nice isn't just about good manners—it's about building trust, creating connections, and leaving a lasting impression that money simply can't buy. Chapters: 01:29 Meet Bradley Hope 04:48 About MSI DFAT - Acoustic Testing 10:46 Power of being nice 13:01 Tactics of being nice 15:46 Golden Rule to make a connection 19:30 Challenges of being nice 20:56 Ways to be nice that cost nothing 23:29 Future of the space industry 28:13 Emotional Intelligence 32:58 Final Thoughts Book references: Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup by Bill Aulet Influence by Dr. Cialdini MSI DFAT - Maryland Sound International - Direct Field Acoustic Testing Orion images provided by MSI DFAT ABOUT IZZY Izzy's website - https://izzy.house Author of Space Marketing: Competing in the new commercial space industry AND Space Marketing: Spaceports on Amazon and Audible - https://bit.ly/Space-Marketing Podcast host for Space Marketing Podcast - https://spacemarketingpodcast.com Organizer for Space for Kentucky Roundtable - https://spaceforkentucky.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A couple decades ago, being a startup founder meant packing up and moving to Silicon Valley. It was the only way to easily access customers, investors and advisors. Today, you can build a business from just about anywhere without sacrificing the vital resources you need to validate your idea and get funded. As a result, many entrepreneurship communities have sprouted and developed in different cities, and that includes Nebraska! The state has become reputable in the startup space, and entrepreneurs there have made meaningful inroads and gained a ton of traction. Why has there been such an uptick in people going after entrepreneurship? What are some of the key trends emerging out of Nebraska's entrepreneurship community? How do we build businesses that don't set us up for burnout later? In this episode, I'm joined by startup veteran, strategist and community builder and editor at Silicon Prairie News, Stefanie Monge. She talks about Nebraska's startup boom and why more early-stage entrepreneurs are recognizing the value of staying there.  Topics Covered; What are early stage companies doing to get funding?  The advantage of building your startup in Nebraska  Why entrepreneurship is the ultimate wealth-building opportunity How to prevent entrepreneur burnout  The danger of a “growth at all costs” mentality    Guest Bio Stefanie Monge is the editor at Silicon Prairie News. She is an Omaha native and startup veteran, strategist and community builder whose background includes 15 years collaborating with founders and startups across the globe, 12 years working for equity and access in STEM fields, 6 years as a startup advisor and board member. Stefanie is also the founder and executive producer of international leadership development retreats and conferences, including GETconf (Gender Equity in Tech Conference), Think Start Do Women's Entrepreneurship Series and Welcor Retreats. To learn more or work with Stefanie, connect with her on LinkedIn.    About Your Host Jayla Siciliano, Shark Tank entrepreneur turned real estate investor, excels in building brands, teams, and products. CEO of a bi-coastal luxury short-term rental company, she also hosts the Seed Money Podcast where she's on a mission to help early-stage entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality!    Connect: Website: seedmoneypodcast.com Instagram: @jaylasiciliano Subscribe and watch on YouTube @seedmoneypodcast   Please rate, follow and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! Hearing your comments and questions helps me come up with the best topics for the show!   The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice.  

One key to achieving entrepreneurial success is clearly defining and articulating the win both personally and professionally. In this episode from 2021, Sangram Vajre and I discuss six must-have elements to help you define your wins and create a successful organization. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is one of Forbes' 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine. If this podcast has made you a better leader, you can help it by leaving a quick Spotify or Apple Podcasts review. You can visit Spotify or Apple Podcasts, and then go to the “Reviews” section. Thank you for sharing! ____________ Where to find Andy: Instagram: @andy_stanley Facebook: Andy Stanley Official X: @andystanley YouTube: @AndyStanleyOfficial Website: andystanley.com  Where to find Sangram: Instagram: @sangramvajre See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

About 90% of startups fail. What's the secret for those that don't? We talk to the leaders behind three success stories in this special episode of Real Talk presented by Edmonton Unlimited.  2:40 | Areto Labs founder Kasey Machin, vrCAVE founder Dr. Nathaniel Rossol, and Drivewyze VP Doug Johnson tell us about taking an idea to startup phase, the art of the pitch, navigating early (and existential) challenges, and the future of social media, VR, and trucking safety. STARTUP WEEK 2024: https://www.edmontonstartupweek.com/ TICKETS TO LAUNCH PARTY 15: https://lu.ma/jfn6q4jo ARETO LABS: https://www.aretolabs.com/ DRIVEWYZE: https://drivewyze.com/ vrCAVE: https://www.vrcave.ca/ TELL US WHAT YOU THINK: talk@ryanjespersen.com  FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM: @realtalkrj  REAL TALK MUGS, SNAPBACKS, and TEES: https://ryanjespersen.com/merch RECEIVE EXCLUSIVE PERKS - BECOME A REAL TALK PATRON:   / ryanjespersen   THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! https://ryanjespersen.com/sponsors The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Relay Communications Group Inc. or any affiliates.

In this episode, Christopher Mirabile, Executive Chair of Launchpad Venture Group, explores the pivotal role of boards in startup companies and discusses how boards can be both a critical support system as well as a driver of success. We love our listeners! Drop us a line or give us guest suggestions here. Big Ideas/Thoughts/Quotes “Life is too short to suffer with the wrong people in your boardroom.” Startup Boards are different, but still vitally important “Boards have featured prominently in my entire professional life.” “When I was a consultant with the strategy group at Pricewaterhouse, ultimately our work was commissioned by boards and delivered to boards, and those board presentations when I was lucky enough to be in the room as a young person on the team were some of the most high-pressure situations that I ever was in professionally and left a real impression on me.” “When I got into the startup world, I sort of had to unlearn a certain amount of what I'd learned about boards and moved to the end of the spectrum where boards provide as much mentoring and business value as they do governance.” “Startup boards tend to be a little smaller, a little bit more nimble and often the membrane between shareholders and directors is much thinner because you often see meaningful representation direct from the shareholder base on the board.” “When you run into resistance from a founder [about a board], it's often really more of an educational journey than a negotiating journey to try to get them to understand the value of a board.” Why is a board important for a startup? Your investors want it and you're not going to be able to raise money without it and why would you reinvent the wheel when you can have people who made those mistakes before and can help you avoid wasted time and wasted resources. “A big part of what [we] do is help CEOs understand that …if you go into a relationship with your board, it's sort of like an intellectual partnership where you bring the courage to admit you don't have all the answers and you really seek to draw the wisdom out…”  …If you show me a CEO that's failing, I'll show you a board that's failing to support that CEO properly … Attitude of Startup board members “I don't want to be anywhere near the blast radius of a startup that fails, so I want to make sure that this company is going to succeed…” Feedback to CEO after a Board Executive Session A great way to give feedback after an executive session is: "Hey, let's just do a little case study here. In the meeting, you said this, here's what they heard..." and then it's not an in-your-face criticism, it's just helping them understand how they're being perceived and how their choice of words and their manner of speaking and their style affects the impact of their communications…I think that can be a very effective non-confrontational way to give quick feedback to a CEO.  The Independent Member of a Startup Board “What we're looking for is two things. One is the avoidance of some negatives and the other is certain positives. I'll start with the avoidance of the negatives. We don't want an inexperienced blowhard who has a lot of ego involved in telling people what to do and insisting that their advice be followed, and someone who contributes to a board meeting in a manner which sucks all the oxygen out of the room and makes it super awkward to disagree with them.  We're looking for someone who has a little bit of experience, understands boards are a working thing and that startups are an imperfect science and they're not going to be a disruptive or difficult board member. That's the kind of the key negatives that we're looking to avoid.  In terms of the positives, really, we want someone who understands the industry dynamics, understands the players, knows who the company and the CEO should be talking to, and has that bigger perspective, who can put the day-to-day operational challenges of the company into a broader industry context, and then ultimately make introductions when it's time to find additional investors or exit the company.  So, all we need is a well-behaved genius. It's easy.” Training Board Members “Launchpad now has at least 50 portfolio companies and 40 Launchpad members are either in the boardroom as a director or an observer. That's a pretty large portfolio of board members and observers that the group is adding as human value to the companies.” Our training consists of three things. ·      One is expectation setting and accountability, ·      The second is we tend to give the newer investors in our group an opportunity to serve as an observer under an experienced board member for at least a year so they get a little bit of a sense of what it's about. ·      The third piece is really traditional training and that consists of training we do before they serve on the board and then ongoing training after they've begun. The training we do before is basically making them read the director's guidebook that Ham and I wrote, which really covers all of the basics, and we go to great pains to say, "No, we really mean it when we say we want you to read this. Don't come to the class if you haven't read it because we'll know." ·      Then we do a class where we give them an opportunity to discuss questions and things that weren't clear from the book and we take them through a whole layer of sort of pragmatic suggestions on how to get that first meeting successful and how to run a good board Overboarding “It's really an issue in the VC world … I think a lot of people draw some measure of professional pride out of being on a board and they can tend to get a little carried away and take on too many board assignments.”  “In our experience doing a startup board well, even in a year where it goes pretty well, it's about a 200-hour-a-year commitment.” “We do go out of our way to keep them [people with too many board seats] off the board, and one of the reasons we really prefer to lead rounds is because we want to have a hand in building the board and making sure that we're giving our CEO all the resources she or he needs to succeed and putting the right people around our management team.” Responsibilities of Boards have expanded dramatically “The basics sort of used to constitute most of what a board did, and now a board has so many other jobs, it's really overwhelming a number of things that we expect boards to do and I think that it not only takes away from some of the time that could be spent on the basics, but it creates a ‘whack a mole' kind of a mindset in terms of directors.”   Links  linkedin.com/in/christophermirabile  Bio Christopher Mirabile is the Chair Emeritus of the Angel Capital Association and the immediate past Chair of the U.S. Securities And Exchange Commission's Investor Advisory Committee. He is also the Executive Chair of Launchpad Venture Group, a Boston-based venture investment group focused on seed and early-stage investments in technology-oriented companies. Launchpad is top-three ranked group in the U.S. As a full-time angel investor and an active member of the Boston-area angel investing community, in addition to his Launchpad work, Christopher has personally invested in over 65 start-up companies. He was named one of  the "Top Angel Investors in New England" by Xconomy, one of "Boston's Most Helpful Investors" in an entrepreneur survey by Companyon Ventures and is the recipient of the Angel Capital Association's Hans Severiens Award for his contribution to the advancement of angel investing. Christopher has co-authored six books on early stage investing, been a columnist on entrepreneurship for Inc. Magazine, is a co-founder of portfolio management tool www.seraf-investor.com and co-author of the Seraf Compass, a comprehensive web catalog of educational materials about early stage investing, an adjunct lecturer in the MBA program at Babson's Olin School of Business, a regular advisor and mentor to start-ups, and a frequent panelist and speaker. He is a member of the Board of Directors or Board of Advisors of numerous start-up companies and non-profits. Christopher has served as a public company CFO and General Counsel with enterprise software provider IONA Technologies PLC, a corporate and securities lawyer with Testa Hurwitz & Thibeault and as a management consultant with Price Waterhouse's Strategic Consulting Group.

Many people aspire to entrepreneurship. But Bill Aulet, who has advised founders for decades, warns that it remains a high-risk endeavor. In this episode, he outlines concrete steps anyone can take to get a new venture off the ground — including intrapreneurs within large organizations. He also breaks down some of the important trends he's seeing in entrepreneurship, like the increasing commoditization of products and lower barriers to entry, due to technology. Aulet is a professor of entrepreneurship at the Sloan School of Management at MIT. He's also the author of the book Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup. Key episode topics include: strategy, entrepreneurship, entrepreneurs and founders, entrepreneurial business strategy, innovation, start-ups. HBR On Strategy curates the best case studies and conversations with the world's top business and management experts, to help you unlock new ways of doing business. New episodes every week. · Listen to the full HBR IdeaCast episode: A Roadmap for Today's Entrepreneurs (2024)· Find more episodes of HBR IdeaCast· Discover 100 years of Harvard Business Review articles, case studies, podcasts, and more at HBR.org]]>

So, you want to be a tech startup founder. Now what? Walter Thompson knows a thing or two about the journeys of successful–and not-so-successful– founders. As many know, securing investment is only part of the role.In this episode, Walter chats with Eric about his experience curating and creating content for digital publications and leading interviews with founders and investors. Walter's latest project, hosting the Fund/Build/Scale podcast, pulls back the curtain of starting an AI company from the founder's perspective to share the authentic stories and wisdom of those in the driver's seat.Interested in learning the basic skills required to launch a startup, secure initial funding, and transform your idea into a sustainable business? Tune into Fund/Build/Scale wherever you listen to your podcasts or https://fundbuildscale.podbean.com/.

Money isn't everything: Why a meaningful mission is key for startup success, with Austen Allred. Money is important for startups and in venture capital, but having a lot of it doesn't make a company successful. What is actually in short supply is great people, those who can execute on ideas. To find and retain the best people requires not only paying them well, but ensuring that they are working on something that is impactful or meaningful to them. Up next ►► The entrepreneur's guide to success   • The entrepreneur's guide to success |...   -------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Austen Allred: Austen Allred is the Co-Founder and CEO of Lambda School. A native of Springville, Utah, Austen's start-up journey began in 2017 with him living in his two-door Civic while participating in Y Combinator, a San Francisco-based seed accelerator. This experience became the foundation of Lambda School's rapid growth.Before founding Lambda School, Austen was the co-founder of media platform GrassWire. He co-authored the growth hacking textbook Secret Sauce, which became a best-seller and provided him the personal seed money to build Lambda. Austen's disruptive ideas on the future of education, the labor market disconnect, and the opportunity of providing opportunity at-scale have been featured in: The Harvard Business Review, The Economist, WIRED, Fast Company, TechCrunch, The New York Times, among others. Austen is fluent in Russian and currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife and two kids. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Big Think | Smarter Faster™ ► Big Think The leading source of expert-driven, educational content. With thousands of videos, featuring experts ranging from Bill Clinton to Bill Nye, Big Think helps you get smarter, faster by exploring the big ideas and core skills that define knowledge in the 21st century. Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Lockton, click here to learn more Watch the full video on YouTube - click hereIn this episode of the Automotive Leaders Podcast, host Jan Griffiths interviews Cory Hohs, the CEO and co-founder of HAAS Alert. Cory takes us through the fascinating journey of HAAS Alert, a company dedicated to revolutionizing roadway safety through connected vehicle technology and V2X (vehicle-to-everything) communication.Cory shares his leadership philosophy, emphasizing the importance of trust and rallying his team around a shared mission. At HAAS Alert, that mission is clear and compelling: ensuring everyone gets home safely. He recounts the personal incident that inspired HAAS Alert—a near-collision with an ambulance—and the realization that vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology was overdue.Cory underscores the significance of being mission-driven throughout the discussion. He said that HAAS Alert is not just a tech company but a safety company first. This focus on safety over technology for its own sake has been crucial in motivating his team and the broader market.Cory highlights HAAS Alert's successful partnership with Stellantis. He praises Stellantis for its innovative mindset and willingness to adapt HAAS Alert's technology quickly, bypassing the usual bureaucratic obstacles that can slow down such integrations. This partnership exemplifies how forward-thinking OEMs can successfully work with startups to enhance vehicle safety.The episode shows how different tech startups and traditional automotive companies are. suggesting that legacy companies can learn much from startups' agile, mission-focused approach. Cory's insights offer a refreshing perspective on leadership and innovation in the auto industry, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of automotive technology and safety.Themes discussed in this episode:Leadership style of a tech startup CEO and co-founderCory's views on building trust and focusing on a mission rather than just selling techHAAS Alert's passion for saving lives through innovative tech solutionsRevolutionizing roadway safety through connected vehicle technologyHow a personal near-miss with an ambulance inspired Cory to create HAAS AlertEffective strategies for tech startups to collaborate with major automotive manufacturersThe story of a seamless integration with Stellantis showcases what's possible when an OEM embraces innovationFeatured Guest: Cory James HohsWhat he does: Cory is the CEO and co-founder of HAAS Alert, a company dedicated to saving lives through connected vehicle safety and smart infrastructure solutions. He focuses on collision prevention technology for first responders and government fleets, ensuring safer roads with real-time alerts integrated into automotive systems. Cory's background includes over a decade in engineering and product management, with significant contributions to connected and autonomous vehicles. His leadership has positioned HAAS Alert as a key player in enhancing roadway safety, delivering nearly one billion alerts across over 240 cities and private fleets, including police, fire, EMS, and more.On leadership: “To be a leader within an organization, especially at a startup where you're asking people to do more, you're asking people to strive further, asking them to do things...

In this episode of Polyweb, host Sara Landi Tortoli interviews Hugo Amsellem, founder and general partner at IntuitionVC, an early-stage fund dedicated to consumer and culture startups across Europe and the U.S. The conversation covers Hugo's experience advising hundreds of startups and his perspective on why the consumer space is primed for innovation after years of focus on B2B.00:00 Introduction01:26 Hugo's background and rationale for focusing on consumer startups06:57 How AI enables creation at scale13:24 Opportunities for emerging consumer startups in the AI age18:41 Qualities Hugo looks for in founders and startups25:34 The three things you need to succeed as a founder31:07 Advice for founders on getting early user adoption37:11 Hugo's view on the "real Web3" being AI-enabled creation44:25 Managing investment FOMO in an abundant creation environment50:23 Technology's role in combating loneliness and cultural shifts58:38 Details on IntuitionVC's consumer startup tour

Episode Description: In this episode of Blue Sky Consulting, Cat continues her insightful conversation with Trevor Blake, a visionary serial entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author. Trevor shares the innovative strategies behind his success, particularly his unique "hub model" for building companies without traditional employees. Tune in to discover how Trevor has managed to create and sell multiple companies with a combined value nearing a billion dollars, all while maintaining a balanced and fulfilling personal life. Key Takeaways: Introduction to Trevor Blake: Trevor Blake is a successful entrepreneur who has founded and sold three companies since 2003, with a combined value close to a billion dollars. He is known for his unique business model that does not involve traditional employees. The Hub Model: Trevor's "hub model" involves outsourcing all company functions to professional vendors rather than hiring full-time employees. This approach stemmed from necessity, as Trevor didn't have the funds to hire employees when he started his first company. Benefits of the Hub Model: Allows flexibility and cost savings, especially in the early stages of a company. Vendors work on a fee-for-service basis, motivated by profit-sharing arrangements and a sense of ownership in the company's success. Eliminates the need for extensive supervision and internal meetings, enabling a focus on core business goals. Real-World Application: Trevor provides examples from his own experience, including a story about successfully running a company while being out of the country for three weeks. Highlights the balance this model offers, allowing Trevor to spend significant time on personal activities while his businesses continue to thrive. Maintaining Relationships and Trust: Trevor emphasizes the importance of trust and peer-to-peer relationships with vendors. He shares the success of long-term partnerships, such as his finance team in Texas, whom he has never met in person but maintains a strong working relationship with. Challenges and Solutions: Addresses concerns about vendor reliability and turnover, noting that the hub model's structure and profit-sharing incentives foster loyalty and long-term collaboration. Discusses the ease of replacing vendors compared to employees, as contracts are more flexible. Work-Life Balance: Trevor contrasts his approach with more traditional, high-stress entrepreneurial paths, advocating for a lifestyle that combines business success with personal fulfillment. Shares his daily routine, which includes spending several hours walking and enjoying nature. Listener Questions: Kat and Trevor discuss the sustainability of the hub model and its application across various business functions. Trevor addresses potential pitfalls and how he mitigates them, providing insights into maintaining vendor relationships and ensuring consistent performance. Personal Vendor Experience Trevor shares a personal story about a long-term vendor relationship. Despite a strong personal bond, Trevor had to part ways with the vendor due to professional reasons, highlighting the different dynamics in vendor relationships. Employee Relationships and Company Dynamics Trevor explains the difficulty of ending employee relationships and contrasts it with the maturity and flexibility of vendor relationships. He discusses his approach to business growth and his preference for exiting companies once they've reached a certain level. Trevor's Personal Development Programs Trevor introduces his transformational personal development programs, emphasizing the need for self-transformation to achieve life goals. He talks about the "transformation experience" which helps individuals rediscover their potential and power. Transformation Experience Details The transformation experience is described as a journey back to one's true self, using principles of quantum physics. Trevor shares the success and impact of his programs, with thousands of people experiencing positive change. Start, Survive, Thrive Course Trevor introduces his course based on his book "Secrets to a Successful Start-Up," which provides a step-by-step guide to creating and sustaining a successful business. The course is aimed at helping individuals survive long enough in business to eventually hit a home run. Target Audience for Courses Trevor discusses the demographics of his course participants, including those looking for self-confidence and those who sacrificed their dreams for their families. He emphasizes the program's ability to help individuals adapt to new technological landscapes and regain confidence. Transforming Artists Trevor explains how his courses also support artists in finding sustainable income models, such as licensing and NFTs. He talks about the challenges artists face and how his programs provide practical solutions for success. Trevor's Screenwriting Journey Trevor shares his journey as a screenwriter, from his early days writing plays to winning awards for his screenplays. He discusses the transition from selling his screenplays to creating his own media company to produce films. Final Thoughts and Takeaways Trevor emphasizes the importance of having fun and making a positive difference in people's lives. He encourages listeners to embrace their creativity and pursue their passions with confidence. Key Takeaways: The complexities of managing employees versus vendors and the benefits of the hub model. The necessity of personal transformation for achieving professional success. The value of storytelling in business and personal development. Practical advice for artists and entrepreneurs on building sustainable income streams. Connect with Trevor G. Blake: Additional Resources: Books by Trevor G. Blake: "Three Simple Steps" "Secrets to a Successful Start-Up" Closing Remarks: Trevor leaves listeners with his mantra: "Make a positive difference in someone's life, have fun doing it, and share all the rewards that come naturally as a result." Conclusion: The episode wraps up with Trevor's vision of a balanced, successful life, achieved through innovative business practices and a commitment to personal well-being. Encourages listeners to consider the hub model for their ventures, highlighting its potential for creating a profitable and balanced business. Trevor discusses the challenges of employee management, including tribunals and extra training. He compares this with the simplicity of ending vendor contracts and finding new vendors as needed. About Our Guest Today: Using a unique business structure based on a model of alliances, Trevor G. Blake has founded, managed and sold three companies since 2003 for a combined value of over $300 million. He is currently founder and CEO of three more companies in varied industries which he runs simultaneously. His unique business approach is based on a higher profitability, non-employee model, which also frees him to enjoy his other interests as a writer, coach, and animal welfare activist. Success with a balanced life is Trevor's mantra and described in his free course The Practical Magic of the 5-hour workday which is available at www.trevorgblake.com. Trevor is also a New York Times best-selling author of Three Simple Steps, A Map to Success in Business and Life (2012) and Secrets to a Successful Startup, A Recession Proof Guide to Starting, Surviving, and Thriving in Your Own Venture. (2020) Trevor has been featured in: Business Insider, CNN, Forbes, PBS (Between the Lines), KOMO news, Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post, Investors Business Daily, The Guardian, Inc. and is a regular radio and TV guest on both business and metaphysics shows. Trevor's mission is to empower people just like you to transform yourself from the inside out, experience more confidence, deeper joy and greater prosperity in every area of your life. He has also created two unique experiential courses in which he coaches in real-time for personal growth and business success which can be found at www.trevorgblake.com. He has graciously given Art of Consulting podcast listeners a generous scholarship on any of his transformational programs. And I can personally attest that this is probably one of the most valuable investments that you can make to the greatest asset you have: Yourself. $500 discount code for Art of Consulting podcast listeners. Use code AOC at www.trevorgblake.com/begin     Where to find our guest: https://www.trevorgblake.com/ https://www.facebook.com/trevorgblaketgb https://www.facebook.com/TrevorGBlake https://www.facebook.com/groups/successwithbalance https://www.instagram.com/trevorgblaketgb/ https://twitter.com/@TrevorGBlake https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorgblake/

0:05 - Introduction by Cat Overview of Trevor Blake's remarkable career. Mention of his achievements: founding, managing, and successfully selling three companies valued at over $300 million since 2003. 0:37 - Trevor's Business Model Description of Trevor's innovative business structure based on alliances, promoting higher profitability and flexibility. Trevor's philosophy of integrating work with personal passions for a balanced life. 1:18 - Trevor's Contributions and Recognition Author of best-selling books: "3 Simple Steps: A Map to Success in Business and Life" and "Secrets to a Successful Startup: A Recession-Proof Guide to Starting, Surviving, and Thriving in Your Own Venture." Featured in Business Insider, CNN, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. Trevor's mantra: Making a positive difference, having fun, and sharing rewards both materially and spiritually. 2:02 - Interview Begins Trevor thanks Kat for the introduction and shares a light-hearted moment about how impressive his achievements sound. 2:20 - Trevor's Personal Story Trevor shares his background and personal perception versus public perception. Emphasizes staying true to his playful and curious nature from childhood. 3:23 - Trevor's Journey to Entrepreneurship Discusses the importance of creativity and curiosity in his ventures. Highlights his method of solving problems through fixing gaps he noticed, leading to his entrepreneurial success. 4:56 - Work-Life Balance and Success Trevor talks about achieving success without overworking. The importance of balancing productive work time with moments of relaxation and inspiration. 6:09 - Integrating Life and Work Trevor's approach to integrating work, family, and personal passions for a harmonious life. Story from "3 Simple Steps" about resolving conflicts among scientists by taking them out into nature. 10:09 - Nature and Problem-Solving Trevor recounts an experience where taking a team of scientists outside led to a breakthrough. Emphasizes the role of nature in fostering creativity and problem-solving. 12:22 - Changing Meeting Dynamics Trevor discusses the impact of unconventional meeting settings on team dynamics and productivity. Reflections on how stepping out of traditional environments can lead to innovative solutions. 14:49 - Connecting Through Nature Importance of connecting with nature for mental clarity and creativity. Trevor shares a personal story about learning more effectively outdoors. 16:09 - Practical Advice for Remote Work Trevor offers resources on his website, including "The Practical Magic of the Five-Hour Workday." Aimed at helping people find balance and productivity while working from home, especially during challenging times like COVID-19.   [16:53] Changing Perspectives on Work Titles: Trevor reflects on the title of his book and the deeper message about structuring your day for optimal performance and well-being. [17:13] The Importance of Scheduling Breaks: Discussion on the benefits of scheduled walks and naps, with insights from NASA's research on performance improvement. [17:35] The Magic of Twilight Naps: Trevor shares his personal experience with 20-30 minute naps and their impact on creativity and productivity. [17:47] Practical Magic of the Five-Hour Workday: Emphasizing the importance of scheduling downtime and "aha" moments for a balanced and effective work life. [18:33] Insights from Nature and Ego Reduction: Exploring how being in nature can dissolve ego and foster collaborative and innovative thinking. [18:53] Lessons from "A Course in Miracles": Only love is real; understanding perception problems and how nature helps us reconnect with this truth. [19:11] The Power of Humility in Nature: How nature humbles us and creates a space where all voices are equal, encouraging idea sharing and innovation. [21:33] Living Close to Nature: Trevor's personal lifestyle of staying connected to nature, including walking barefoot and its impact on his work and life. [23:05] Discovering "Three Simple Steps": Trevor's journey to writing his book, and the transformative power it holds, as shared by a fan of Ryan Daniel Moran's podcast. [24:51] Starting a Company Later in Life: Debunking the myth that entrepreneurship is only for the young; discussing the average age of first-time entrepreneurs and billionaires. [27:12] Inspiration from a 97-Year-Old Entrepreneur: A touching story about a course participant who started a business at 97, proving it's never too late to follow your dreams. [29:00] Transformative Stories from Around the World: How "Three Simple Steps" reached a young girl in Sri Lanka and changed her life, leading her to become a professional dancer. [31:06] Setting Intentions for Success: Trevor's personal example of setting an intention for his company's success and achieving it. [33:15] The Importance of Formulas in Achieving Goals: Trevor discusses the importance of following a proven formula to achieve success, regardless of belief or confidence levels. [34:22] Energy and Equations in the Universe: Understanding that everything is energy and learning to manipulate it using specific formulas can lead to success. [36:07] Tools and Techniques for Success: Introduction to the various tools and techniques Trevor has developed and used personally, shared in his transformation experience course. [37:42] The Role of Joy in Success: How having fun and creating joy can connect you with the universe's energy and enhance your life and work. Key Takeaways Success is about balance and integration of work and personal life. Creativity often stems from moments of relaxation and connection with nature. Non-traditional approaches to problem-solving can lead to significant breakthroughs. Resources and practical advice are available to help navigate work-life balance, especially in remote working conditions. Balance Work and Breaks: Integrating downtime and creative moments into your day is crucial for productivity and well-being. Nature's Influence: Spending time in nature can dissolve ego, foster humility, and create a conducive environment for innovation and collaboration. Lifelong Learning and Growth: It's never too late to start a new venture or pursue a passion, as shown by inspiring stories of individuals who transformed their lives later in life. Formula for Success: Following a proven formula can lead to success, regardless of personal doubts or societal norms. Joy and Fun: Ensuring that you enjoy the process and have fun is essential for maintaining energy and motivation. Conclusion Final Thoughts Cat and Trevor discuss the integrated nature of life and work, and how small changes in approach can lead to significant improvements in productivity and well-being. Call to Action Visit Trevor's website trevorgblake.com for more insights and resources on achieving a balanced and successful life. Resources Mentioned: "Three Simple Steps" by Trevor Blake: A book offering practical advice and tools for achieving success. NASA Research on Napping: Insights on how naps can improve performance by 34%. "A Course in Miracles": A spiritual text focusing on the idea that only love is real. Connect with Trevor Blake: Website: Trevor Blake's Official Site Transformation Experience Course: An in-depth course offering tools and techniques for personal and professional transformation. About Our Guest Today: Using a unique business structure based on a model of alliances, Trevor G. Blake has founded, managed and sold three companies since 2003 for a combined value of over $300 million. He is currently founder and CEO of three more companies in varied industries which he runs simultaneously. His unique business approach is based on a higher profitability, non-employee model, which also frees him to enjoy his other interests as a writer, coach, and animal welfare activist. Success with a balanced life is Trevor's mantra and described in his free course The Practical Magic of the 5-hour workday which is available at www.trevorgblake.com. Trevor is also a New York Times best-selling author of Three Simple Steps, A Map to Success in Business and Life (2012) and Secrets to a Successful Startup, A Recession Proof Guide to Starting, Surviving, and Thriving in Your Own Venture. (2020) Trevor has been featured in: Business Insider, CNN, Forbes, PBS (Between the Lines), KOMO news, Wall Street Journal, The Huffington Post, Investors Business Daily, The Guardian, Inc. and is a regular radio and TV guest on both business and metaphysics shows. Trevor's mission is to empower people just like you to transform yourself from the inside out, experience more confidence, deeper joy and greater prosperity in every area of your life. He has also created two unique experiential courses in which he coaches in real-time for personal growth and business success which can be found at www.trevorgblake.com. He has graciously given Art of Consulting podcast listeners a generous scholarship on any of his transformational programs. And I can personally attest that this is probably one of the most valuable investments that you can make to the greatest asset you have: Yourself. $500 discount code for Art of Consulting podcast listeners. 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In this episode, I sit down with Chase Curtiss, whom I met while participating in a reality TV show competition focused on entrepreneurship. Chase served as a judge on the show, bringing his deep expertise as a successful business owner and innovator in the field of medical technology.As the founder of Sway Medical, Inc., Chase has revolutionized mobile concussion management for athletes and shares his journey of turning a startup into a leader in its niche. We delve into his experiences with user experience, user-testing, and behavioral analysis, discussing how these elements are vital in designing products that truly meet consumer needs.Chase also shares some of his favorite quotes that have inspired his business philosophy and decision-making. Whether you're just starting out or looking to innovate within your industry, this conversation is packed with actionable insights on entrepreneurship, product design, and leadership.Tune in to gain valuable lessons from a seasoned entrepreneur who knows what it takes to build and lead successful ventures in competitive markets.Support the Show.HOW TO SUPPORT THE WALK 2 WEALTH PODCAST: 1. Subscribe, Rate, & Review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform. 2. Share Episodes with your family, friends, and co-workers.3. LEARN HOW TO CREATE A YEAR'S WORTH OF CONTENT IN UNDER AN HOUR WITH CHATGPT: HTTPS://WWW.STOPANDSTARE.MEDIA/CHATGPT

Disciplined entrepreneurship refers to an approach to starting and growing a business that emphasizes rigorous application, methodical processes, and practical tools to achieve success. This concept, discussed by Bill Aulet in his book "Disciplined Entrepreneurship", involves systematically identifying needs, customers, and markets, validating ideas and experiments, and executing plans with discipline and focus. It includes understanding customer needs deeply, developing innovative solutions, and creating value in a structured manner. By following disciplined entrepreneurship, entrepreneurs can increase their chances of building sustainable businesses and navigating the challenges of the rapidly changing market landscape.Bill Aulet and Hunter Hastings discuss various aspects of entrepreneurship, focusing on proven methodologies (Bill has multiple successful launches from the MIT incubator as case studies) and practical approaches to building successful businesses. They emphasize the importance of understanding customer value, rigorous market research, and adopting innovative business models tailored to customer needs.Bill emphasizes the significance of a beachhead market strategy over traditional total addressable market calculations and he emphasizes that there the primary challenge to entrepreneurs to identify customers' top priorities, fears, and motivations, aligning their value proposition accordingly.The dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship in the digital era is characterized by the emergence of innovative pricing strategies, such as dynamic pricing and subscription-based models, which present novel opportunities for value realization.Resources: Connect with Hunter Hastings on LinkedInConnect with Bill Aulet on LinkedInMIT: entrepreneurship.mit.eduTo Read, Sample, and Buy the Book on Amazon: 1st Edition: Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup, 1st Edition2nd Edition: Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup, Expanded & UpdatedShow Notes:0:00 | Intro2:43 | The Big Picture Principles: What is a Mindset?6:44 | Entrepreneurship as a Craft and Not a Science9:06 | Learning Entrepreneurship: Can Entrepreneurship be Taught in Corporations?10:54 | Can you Teach Google Enterprenerurship?16:13 | Innovation in Business Education: Inside or Outside Academia?18:21 | Breaking Down the Structure of Book: Disciplined Entrepreneurship22:57 | Case Studies 24:13 | Know the Customer27:02 | Beachhead Market: Find your Beachead28:37 | Concept of a "Full Cycle Use Case”31:20 | Academia: How Customers Determine Value?35:00 | Business Models37:09 | Pricing39:43 | Is America Still an Entrepreneurial Society?43:50 | Wrap-Up

Many people aspire to entrepreneurship but we all know it's a high-risk endeavor. Bill Aulet, the Ethernet Inventors Professor of Entrepreneurship at the MIT Sloan School of Management, has for decades studied what it takes for start-ups to succeed and advises the next generation of founders on how to do it. He discusses the key trends and changes he's seen over the past few years, and outlines concrete steps anyone can take to get a new venture -- including those within larger organizations -- off the ground. Aulet is the author of the newly updated book Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup.

In this episode of Product Thinking, Paolo Lombardi joins Melissa Perri to explore founding the TechPeaks startup accelerator—they discuss the unique aspects of the program, including its focus on attracting international entrepreneurs and promoting collaboration, and the importance of planning and preparation.

As the founder of a UK retail bank and two FCA regulated financial technology businesses, find out from Mark Hipperson how to successfully scale a startup within a turbulent market and the importance of succession planning in times of volatility.Discussions in the episode:Advice to entrepreneursPredictions for crypto over the next yearLearns from raising capitalHow to build trust in a volatile marketThe transition from founder to executive teamClick here to reach out to Peter Rabey direct Like this show? Please leave us a review. Every review helps. 

In the world of entrepreneurship, success often comes to those who adapt, innovate, and continuously improve their products and services. In this episode, Eran Mizrahi, the CEO of Ingredient Brothers, understands the importance of building a high-performing team and investing capital wisely. Mizrahi shared his journey of starting a business and the key lessons he has learned along the way and explore the strategies he employs to build a successful startup. Mizrahi believes that in order to succeed, startups must embrace continuous improvement methodologies. He emphasizes the need to constantly evaluate every step of the customer journey and find ways to make it better. Whether it's improving communication with customers, enhancing compliance processes, or increasing transparency in the supply chain, Mizrahi stresses the importance of iteration and continuous learning from day one. With a culture of continuous improvement, startups can stay ahead of the competition and provide exceptional value to their customers. Conclusion: Eran Mizrahi's journey as the CEO of Ingredient Brothers serves as an inspiring example of building a successful startup. By embracing continuous improvement, building a strong network, allocating capital effectively, and nurturing a high-performing team, Mizrahi has paved the way for his company's growth and impact. His insights and strategies provide valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and CEOs navigating the challenges of the startup world. With the right mindset and a commitment to excellence, startups can overcome obstacles and create lasting success. Website: ingredientbrothers.com Check out our CEO Hack Buzz Newsletter–our premium newsletter with hacks and nuggets to level up your organization. Sign up HERE.  I AM CEO Handbook Volume 3 is HERE and it's FREE. Get your copy here: http://cbnation.co/iamceo3. Get the 100+ things that you can learn from 1600 business podcasts we recorded. Hear Gresh's story, learn the 16 business pillars from the podcast, find out about CBNation Architects and why you might be one and so much more. Did we mention it was FREE? Download it today!  

Set yourself up for business success with ElevenAmped's online business plan and strategy program! This training is perfect for beginner entrepreneurs who want to turn their ideas into a profitable business that has the best chance to succeed.Find out more at: https://www.elevenamped.com/ ElevenAmped City: Silverdale Address: Box 203 Website https://www.elevenamped.com/ Phone +64 274996489 Email leighanne@maxwellmiles.co.nz

"Only fools rush in." It's not just a wise dictum about falling in love. It's also great advice for startup dental practice owners about hiring the right people. In today's competitive employment market, it's more important than ever to align your values with employees, offer them competitive compensation packages, and create room for them to grow. How do you make time and build a plan for this amid all the other work of opening a new practice? That's where today's guest comes in. Maritza Duran is the founder and CEO of MDent Consulting Services. With over 20 years of management experience, Maritza started her career as a dental assistant and worked her way up to regional manager of the group. Since founding MDent, Maritza and her team have focused on helping dentists successfully start or acquire practices, from securing financing to filling schedules and everything in between. She is also a certified body language trainer, leadership coach and adjunct faculty professor at Temple University.  In this episode, we'll discuss: How your vision and core values should drive your recruitment efforts How to attract and retain top talent Why self-awareness is an important part of building a team How to ensure a practice runs smoothly on opening day and beyond What is the best way to onboard employees at a startup Are you ready to take the next step in scaling up your practice ownership dreams? Visit getprovide.com.

We all know startups fail at a RIDICULOUSLY HIGH RATE. Regardless of which statistics you find, they're all pretty bleak. You can prevent yours from failing by addressing these five MUSTS.  gigstrategic.com seancastrina.com

Secrets to a Successful Startup: A Recession-Proof Guide to Starting, Surviving & Thriving in Your Own Venture by Trevor Blake https://amzn.to/47OiXMn Everything You Need to Start and Succeed in Your Own Venture Trevor Blake built three successful startups and sold them for more than $300 million. Now he's written a complete instruction manual that covers everything the budding entrepreneur or existing business owner needs to know to build the career or business of their dreams. Unlike the many theoretical guides out there, this is a practical handbook based on Blake's wildly successful in-the-trenches experience. It incorporates leading-edge strategies that cover every aspect of running a business — including funding, developing systems, and marketing. Blake presents in-depth insight into managing effectively, maintaining cash flow, and adapting to the changing needs of customers in volatile economic times. One of his most innovative contributions is an emphasis on cultivating the right mindset, and he tells you exactly how to do that. “The secret to success isn't in the plan,” he writes. “It's in the person holding it.” His proven methods will give you the confidence to take the entrepreneurial leap and turn your winning idea into an efficient, profitable company.

In this podcast, Danny Morrow, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Extend Payments, shares valuable insights about his personal and professional growth. He discusses the magic of taking an idea to a successful startup, emphasizing the critical role of building culture, attracting the right team, and instilling a continuous learning mindset. He recounts how Extend Payments was conceived and developed and highlights the significance of creating a solid product-market fit, fostering strong relationships, and maintaining humility in the face of success. A central theme of his narrative is the importance of iterating, feedback, and remaining open to change and growth. Connect with Danny: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-morrow/ Careers at Extend: https://www.paywithextend.com/careers Subscribe to the Way of Product Newsletter: www.wayofproduct.com 00:36 The Journey from CTO to Chief Innovation Officer 03:12 The Role of a Chief Innovation Officer 03:22 The Intersection of Design and Technology 03:59 The Evolution of a Career in Technology 04:31 Building a Team and a Company Culture 05:13 The Role of Creativity in Technology 10:13 The Journey to Founding Extend 11:09 The Challenges and Rewards of Starting a Company 11:58 The Importance of Curiosity and Learning in a Startup 12:13 The Magic of Design and Technology 21:58 The Story of Extend's Inception 26:52 The Importance of Founder-Market Fit 28:40 The Excitement of Learning a New Industry 29:22 The Importance of Building a Strong Team 30:27 The Art of Delegation and Trust 32:48 Building a Positive Company Culture 34:11 The Evolution of a Startup 38:09 The Role of Creativity in Business 40:55 The Journey of Building a Product 43:15 The Importance of Feedback and Continuous Improvement 46:17 The Process of Marketing and Sales 54:56 Reflections on the Journey and the Future

In this week's episode of The Conference Room, we welcome Skyhawk Security's CEO, Chen Burshan, as we explore the intricate dynamics of product market fit, transparency and relationship-building in the early stages of a company's life. Trust is not just a cornerstone for startups in gaining support and navigating challenges, but also a critical factor in the realm of cloud security. KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE Trust as the Foundation of Startup Success: Essential for earning investor and customer trust. Vital for internal team trust. Supports vision support, network building, and overcoming challenges. Observability in Cloud Security: Key to managing evolving cyber threats. Focus on real-time detection and response. Addresses customer challenges with misconfigurations and vulnerabilities. Highlights the necessity of proactive security measures. Skyhawk's Role in Cloud Security: Specializes in cloud-native threat detection and response. Utilizes generative AI for prevention. Aims to detect and respond to threats early. Trust in Response Automation: Trust as a central theme in automated threat response. Enables swift, confident threat handling. Fosters reliance on advanced technologies for secure cloud environments. Future Trends in Cloud Security: Growing demand for cloud-native threat detection and response. Increasing complexity of cyber threats. Providing essential tools for cloud infrastructure protection. THIS WEEK'S GUEST - Chen Burshan Chen Burshan is the CEO of cybersecurity vendor Skyhawk Security. He began his career in technical positions at companies such as IBM, then spent five years with Cisco then transitioned into product roles. He founded companies such as Saasafe, vSapphire and had leadership positions with Dome9 and Checkpoint, before being appointed CEO of Skyhawk. He is a graduate of the Open University of Israel and holds 24 US patents. To learn more about Chen, please visit his LinkedIn profile To learn more about Skyhawk, please visit their website. YOUR HOST - SIMON LADER Simon Lader is the host of The Conference Room, Co-Founder of global executive search firm Salisi Human Capital, and lead generation consultancy Flow and Scale. Since 1997, Simon has helped cybersecurity vendors to build highly effective teams, and since 2022 he has helped people create consistent revenue through consistent lead generation. Get to know more about Simon at: Website: https://simonlader.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonlader LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/headhuntersimonlader/ The Conference Room is available on Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Music iHeartRadio And everywhere else you listen to podcasts!

Vikram Chalana is a visionary entrepreneur and trailblazer in the world of AI-driven content creation. As the CEO of Pictory, Vikram leads a team dedicated to revolutionizing the way we generate video and social content. With Pictory's groundbreaking AI technology, long-form content, such as blogs and webinars, undergoes a miraculous transformation into a month's worth of engaging visual and social media content – all accomplished in a matter of minutes. Vikram's journey is marked by an unwavering passion for creating transformative technologies. His foray into the tech landscape began as a Research Scientist at Insightful Corporation, where he honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. However, it was in 2003 that Vikram embarked on his entrepreneurial odyssey, co-founding Winshuttle. This enterprise software company quickly gained prominence for its innovative application data management solutions, specifically designed to revolutionize SAP-based businesses. What you will learn Vikram shares his experiences growing up in India and how it contributed to his passion for education Vikram's shares his journey into entrepreneurship How Pictory has evolved and adapted since the rise of AI technology, particularly ChatGPT The role of AI in content creation and how it affects human creativity Discover key strategies and challenges involved in building a successful startup in a competitive market Why it's critical to build a great team and a positive company culture Why an element of luck in needed for business success Happiness, personal fulfillment, and the paradox of busyness in today's world Plus loads more!

Discover the inspiring journey of Susie Taaffe, the innovative entrepreneur behind the anti-shapewear movement, as we dive deep into her experiences and wisdom on launching a successful startup. In this episode, we explore the remarkable story of Susie and her brand, Skanties Anti-Shapewear, while discussing key topics that have shaped her entrepreneurial path.

Colin C. Campbell has been a serial entrepreneur for over 30 years and is the author of Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat.: Serial Entrepreneurs' Secrets Revealed! that debuted #1 Best Seller on Amazon. He has founded and scaled various internet companies that collectively have reached a valuation of almost $1 billion. Having successfully navigated the exits of companies like Tucows Interactive, Internet Direct Canada, Hostopia, GeeksForLess, and .CLUB Domains, Campbell has not only cemented his name as a start-up expert but has also collected an array of accolades – including spots on the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 rosters for several years in a row. He currently runs an incubator with several successful companies including Paw.com, Escape Club, HipOptical, Pencila and others. A sought-after speaker in the world of entrepreneurship, Campbell has spoken at several high-profile universities and events. He also leads Startup Club, with almost one million members continuing to share his experiences as he interviews experts, authors, and serial entrepreneurs. In episode 404 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Colin decided to attend University of Toronto Scarborough, what inspired him to write the book 'Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat', what is the formula to launch a successful startup, how you can hire the right people to help your company grow, how you can dress for success online, what is a mistake that newcomers often make, what are some startups that he didn't pursue, what is a good scaling strategy for businesses, and what does the ideal exit strategy look like. Enjoy!

In this episode, host James Mackey and guest Andrew Gazdecki, Founder and CEO of Acquire.com, explore the art of scaling a startup while nurturing a strong company culture. They share insights on thoughtful hiring for a solid foundation, with a focus on efficiency. The discussion covers valuations, deliberate hiring, culture-building, and interview techniques.    0:33 Andrew Gazdecki's background   1:44 Scaling a startup efficiently   8:25 Successful workplace culture11:40 Onboarding process and interview strategies28:04 Hiring for leadership roles in startups Thank you to our sponsor, SecureVision, for making this show possible! Our host James Mackey Follow us:https://www.linkedin.com/company/82436841/#1 Rated Embedded Recruitment Firm on G2!https://www.g2.com/products/securevision/reviewsThanks for listening!

Chris Joyce is the founder of 24 companies in high-tech, consumer goods, health, and manufacturing. His products have been sold in more than 11,000 stores in 23 countries. He has users of his tech products in 148 countries across the globe. His newest venture is Gusher. Gusher helps Entrepreneurs to build startups without raising capital. Chris' website: https://gusher.co/   SuccessGrid FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/successgridinsiders   SuccessGrid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successgridofficial/   Show notes: https://successgrid.net/sg171/   If you love this show, please leave a review. Go to https://ratethispodcast.com/successgrid  

“My whole business isn't about how often I lose but it's about the magnitude of the rightness when I win”  Mike Maples is a co-founding Partner at Floodgate.  He has been on the Forbes Midas List eight times in the last decade and was also named a “Rising Star” by FORTUNE and profiled by Harvard Business School for his lifetime contributions to entrepreneurship.  Before becoming a full-time investor, Mike was involved as a founder and operating executive at back-to-back startup IPOs, including Tivoli Systems (IPO TIVS, acquired by IBM) and Motive (IPO MOTV, acquired by Alcatel-Lucent.) Some of Mike's investments include Twitter, Twitch.tv, Clover Health, Okta, Outreach, ngmoco, Chegg, Bazaarvoice, and Demandforce. Mike is the host of the Starting Greatness podcast, which shares startup lessons from the super performers. On this episode Mike shares the mindset that has had the greatest impact on his life, what is true about the greatest startup founders and the key to unlocking greatness in investments.  Interested in having Sean DeLaney be your executive coach? CLICK HERE  Caldera Lab– Get 20% off high performance men's skincare!  – Click HERE Marketer Hire– Get $500 off your first hire! – Click HERE https://youunleashedcourse.com/ You Unleashed is an online personal development course created by Sean DeLaney after spending years working with and interviewing high achievers.The online course that helps you ‘Unleash your potential'! You Unleashed teaches you the MINDSETS, ROUTINES and BEHAVIORS you need to unleash your potential and discover what you're capable of. You know you're capable of more and want to bring out that untapped potential inside of you. We teach you how. Enroll Today!- Click Here Subscribe to my Momentum Monday Newsletter Connect with us! Whatgotyouthere TikTok YouTube Twitter Instagram   

In this episode of Investing On Purpose, JP sits down with Capital Factory cofounder Gordon Daugherty to discuss the basics of Entrepreneurship and where he sees the future of business going. Gordon Daugherty is a best-selling author, seasoned business executive, startup advisor and investor. As a venture fund partner and angel investor, he has made more than 350 investments. He has also helped raise more than $100 million in growth and venture capital as a company executive, fund manager, board director, and active advisor. Fundraising is the focus of the bestselling book he authored, titled “Startup Success: Funding the Early Stages of Your Venture”. Through his content creation practice, Shockwave Innovations, and as co-founder and chairman of Capital Factory, Gordon spends 100 percent of his time educating, advising, and investing in tech startups. He is a senior contributor for Texas CEO Magazine and serves on the board of directors for several Austin-based technology companies. Over the years, Gordon has given personal advice to several hundred entrepreneurs, and more than 4,000 startup founders have completed his Founders Academy boot camp. He has published more than 150 startup advice articles and is the producer of a video library with 50 streaming titles of educational content for startup founders. Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/investingonpurpose Get Gordon's Resources at https://shockwaveinnovations.com 0:00 - Gordon's Introduction 1:00 - Gordon's story 5:20 - The Foundation of Entrepreneurship 10:00 - Find a problem worth solving 20:00 - Taking on investment 27:00 - The personality of an Entrepreneur 32:00 - Sales is a transfer of enthusiasm 34:50 - Learning is the most important aspect of Entrepreneurship 38:00 - Social impact in Entrepreneurship 43:00 - Mentoring

In this episode of Work From Your Happy Place, listeners will hear from Chris Joyce, founder of 24 companies, about his latest venture, Gusher. Gusher is a platform that helps people build their startup drafts by creating the first pitch draft, roles to build the team, and teaching them how to do everything. The podcast also covers the crucial recruiting process for building a successful company and the benefits of performance-based equity. The episode emphasizes the importance of never giving up on personal goals and pursuing what truly matters. The new Gusher platform offers a unique way for people to access expertise from others without needing capital, with everyone who contributed getting a small piece of equity to launch the company. Key Learnings - [05:30] Chris talks about how Gusher lets people pitch an idea for a company or a problem they need solved for free. People can then apply to join these companies in exchange for performance-based equity. This allows companies to launch successfully without the need for capital or investors. [09:18] Follow your instinct, listen to your inner voice, and never give up on your ideas or dreams. [14:00] Listen to your conscience, pursue your dreams, don't let others dictate your reason to be. [15:07] Use Gusher Co. to create startup pitch, recruit team members for performance-based equity. Key factor in success. About Chris Joyce - Chris is a founder of 24 companies in high tech, consumer goods, health, and manufacturing. His products have been sold in more than 11,000 stores in 23 countries. He has users of his tech products in 148 countries across the globe. How to Connect Chris Joyce - Website - https://gusher.co/?a=StartNowLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dealrulesTwitter - https://twitter.com/dealrulesYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@gusher9695/featured About the Host: Belinda Ellsworth is a Speaker, Trainer, Best-Selling Author, and Podcaster She has been a professional speaker, mover, and shaker for more than 25 years. Having built three successful companies, she has helped thousands of entrepreneurs make better decisions, create successful systems, and build business strategies using her "Four Pillars of Success" system. Belinda has always had a passion and zest for life with the skill for turning dreams into reality. How to Connect with Belinda: Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/workfromyourhappyplace LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindaellsworth Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/workfromyourhappyplace/ Website - www.workfromyourhappyplace.com Join Belinda's membership program and discover the art of creating and sharing amazing experiences with like-minded people, all from the comfort of your own home. You get to connect with others online, learn new skills and techniques, and grow your network without ever having to leave your computer screen. To know more, click on the link https://workfromyourhappyplace.com/vip/This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4939248/advertisement

In this episode, our guest is Dr. Jonathan Baktari, a CEO, a vaccine expert, and a physician with specialties in internal, pulmonary, and critical care medicine. With that background, Dr. Bakari has launched multiple innovative startups that leverage technology that expands and disrupts traditional markets, also focusing on growing a corporateculture that empowers the leadership and staff to innovate.Dr. Jonathan Baktari, MD is the CEO at both e7 Health and US Drug Test Centers and the host of Baktari MD. e7 health is a preventative health and wellness company that has been called the “the Uber of preventive medicine” and was named the Best Technology Company in the Healthcare Space in 2019. A former, triple board-certified physician with specialties in internal medicine, pulmonary and critical care medicine, being a healthcare CEO is only the latest chapter in Dr. Baktari's life mission to help others by making integrative preventative medicine available to Everyone. He and his team at e7 Health specialize in preventative medicine, vaccinations, and testing for viruses. Dr. Baktari, welcome to the Talk to Your Pharmacist podcast. Now that our listeners have heard a bit about your background, maybe you can fill any gaps from that intro or share a bit more about your personal life.Interview topics 5 key ingredients to make a startup successful• Roadblocks to accelerating growth of a company• Top 5 underrated CEO skills that everyone needs to have• Navigating relationships with partners, vendors, suppliers, etc• 5 keys to successful negotiating strategies• How to focus on customer and employee relationships as the key to acceleratinggrowth• How to create a thriving, productive culture for employees• Reinvesting: putting resources back into your own business• The importance of communication in employee management• By the bootstraps: How to create an organization entirely on your own• 7 Entrepreneur Skills You Need to Elevate Your BusinessGuest - Jonathan Baktari, MDbaktarimd@e7health.comjonathanbaktarimd.comwww.e7health.com +1 702-825-2012Linkedin: in/jonathan-baktarimdPodcast: baktarimdshowYouTube: /baktarimdHost - Hillary Blackburn, PharmD, MBA www.hillaryblackburn.com   https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillary-blackburn-67a92421/  @talktoyourpharmacist for Instagram and Facebook @HillBlackburn Twitter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Get ready for an insightful episode of Shantanu's podcast as he sits down with Chirag Taneja, the founder of GoKwik, a company revolutionising the efficiency of cash on delivery in the e-commerce space while ensuring brand safety. What makes this conversation even more exciting is that Chirag was once Shantanu's teammate at Bombay Shaving Company! Tune in as they delve into the intricacies of building companies, Chirag's experience as a second-time entrepreneur, and the infectious 'building bug' that drives their entrepreneurial spirit. Don't miss out on this engaging discussion between two dynamic entrepreneurs, filled with valuable insights and inspiring stories. Introduction 00:00 - 1:20 More on Shanky! 1:20 - 3:42 Why it might be important to fail early in life: 4:44 - 6:20 Building a company from scratch and transitions in business: 7:10 - 13:14 “Brand banne mein time lagta hai” 13:34 - 18:40 How to think growth: 18:41 - 19:50 Chirag's BSC journey and Talking about Revant Bhate: 19:52 - 31:18 An interesting question about markets and founders: 31:20 - 35:50 Rohit, Mukesh, Ashish - three founder, three different viewpoints: 35:52 - 40:20 What does Go-Kwik do? - 40:28 - 47:30 The Where to play strategy: 47:35 - 52:00 Go-Kwik was earlier called SafeKart: 55:42 - 58:40 More on Go-Kwik's investors: 1:01:20 - 1:03:40 Creating valuation and why India is good to build business! : 1:03:44 - 1:07:30 “I like to build”: 1:08:52 - 1:15:20 Building Ketchupp and what could have been different in the journey!: 1:15:24 - 1:18;42 Your next win is right around the corner: 1:21:11 - 1:36:55 What does being an entrepreneur look like beyond building and solving? : 1:36:57 - 1:49:39 Don't look at your bank balance every month: 1:49:40 - 1:51:25 Advice for people who want to be entrepreneurs 1:52:20 - 2:04:50 Conclusion 2:04:52 - 2:06:36 ABOUT OUR CHANNEL My name is Shantanu and I am the founder of Bombay Shaving Company and Bombae. I LOVE entrepreneurship. Personally, I would rate myself as an average (at best) entrepreneur, but I love great ones. The BarberShop with Shantanu S2: Raiser's Edge goes beyond our conversations from S1 on our podcast to tangible help. With the help of our sponsors at BSC and Bombae we have put together a season which brings together a corpus of 50+ equity seekers looking to support 20+ start-ups in their growth and success. We will be releasing an episode every Friday at 9 pm. Tune in and hope you enjoy. :) _____________________________________________________

Description: Join us on this episode of the podcast, where we explore actionable insights and strategies to help startup founders scale efficiently and grow exponentially. Our guest, Benjamin, is the founder of Build Scale Grow, a business that helps startups achieve success through hard-won expertise at a fraction of the cost of hiring full-time leaders. In this episode, we dive into topics such as 5 Ways to Scale in These Uncertain Times, Resiliency During Chaos, Leadership Productivity Hacks, The Debilitating Fear of Success, and more. Benjamin shares his insights and experiences based on 20 years of experience and two years of research, which are compiled into his newly published book, Scale: Reach Your Peak. We discuss some of the questions that Benjamin is always ready to answer, such as what startup problems he is trying to solve, the scariest part of starting a company, and the first steps he takes with a new client. We also explore the pros and cons of fractional leadership, when it's the right time to hire a full-time COO or CFO, and how to balance strategy and tactics in a startup. Finally, Benjamin shares his favorite productivity hacks and provides advice on how founders should think about resiliency. So, whether you're a startup founder or aspiring entrepreneur, join us for an insightful discussion on how to engage your audience and scale your business. To check out Benjamin's book, "Scale: Reach Your Peak", visit Amazon: https://amzn.to/3oQ2J4o Disclaimer: Not advice. Educational purposes only. Not an endorsement for or against. Results not vetted. Views of the guests do not represent those of the host or show. Do your due diligence. Click here to join PodMatch (the "AirBNB" of Podcasting): https://www.joinpodmatch.com/drchrisloomdphd We couldn't do it without the support of our listeners. To help support the show: CashApp- https://cash.app/$drchrisloomdphd Venmo- https://account.venmo.com/u/Chris-Loo-4 Buy Me a Coffee- https://www.buymeacoffee.com/chrisJx Thank you to our sponsor, CityVest: https://bit.ly/37AOgkp Click here to schedule a 1-on-1 private coaching call: https://www.drchrisloomdphd.com/book-online Click here to purchase my books on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2PaQn4p Follow our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/chL1357 Thank you to our advertisers on Spotify. Financial Freedom for Physicians, Copyright 2023

What does it take to build a successful startup from scratch? In this episode, Groundswell CPO Tammy Hahn meets with Ubiety Technologies CPO Nacho Andrade to discuss her experience working in the startup industry. She offers valuable insights into building a successful company from scratch. Tammy discusses the importance of being strategic when starting with zero customers, adapting to change, and being less of a perfectionist.

If you're a high school or college student with big dreams of starting your own company, this video is for you. Dalton Caldwell and Michael Seibel, two startup founders who started in the early 20s and are now top investors, sit down to share the hard-won advice they wish they had known back in high school. Whether you're already running your own startup or just have an idea you can't stop thinking about, Dalton and Michael cover the skills you need to learn now and how to set yourself up for success after graduating school. Why YC? https://www.ycombinator.com/why Apply to Y Combinator: https://www.ycombinator.com/apply/ Work at a Startup: https://www.ycombinator.com/jobs

Learn the six essential keys to building a successful website for your startup with our expert advice. From creating user-friendly navigation to optimizing for search engines, tune in to discover the secrets to making your online presence stand out.Enjoying the MindShift Podcast? Click here to follow on Apple Podcasts. While there, please leave a 5-star rating and review. Also, if you haven't done so already, join the free MindShift Community to connect with other like-minded people. Don't forget to tag me @mrdarrellevans on Instagram. Thanks for listening,Darrell

Tim Hwang just turned 31 this past February, and he's already the youngest Asian American founder and CEO on NYSE/NASDAQ! His experiences working on the first Obama campaign actually taught him many of the critical lessons for creating a business startup. By applying those lessons, he and his two long-time friends created Fiscal Note, a global technology and media company focused on delivering timely and relevant policy information in a complex and evolving world.

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Andra Enescu Guest: Andra Enescu, CEO at Faster Andra Enescu is CEO of Faster, a Toronto based fintech company that provides a comprehensive suite of payment processing tools for small businesses. Andra is a leadership executive who specializes in authentically building, creating, and driving value for organizations, with the ability to take them from seed to sale. She began her career as a securities lawyer at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP where she represented both public and private companies, and investment dealers in a variety of industries including mining, infrastructure, business, commercial finance, fintech and cannabis. Andra is an accomplished and proven change agent with international experience in facilitating M&A transactions, structuring and developing scalable frameworks in emerging industries, and skilled in capital raising. In 2022, Andra partnered with RAMI Global, a real estate asset tokenization group based in Barbados, with projects coming to market mid 2023. Andra sits as a director and board member of multiple public companies as well as being Chair of Canada Recess Guardians, a public registered charity. Andra obtained a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Bond University, Faculty of Law in Australia, a Double Honours Degree as a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English and French from York University in Toronto, and studied International Law at London School of Economics (LSE) in London, UK. Andra is a member of the Ontario Bar.

On this week's show, Bunmi Babajide, founder of CoralApp sits down with us! CoralApp aims to allow users to experience wellness and fitness in person and in the Metaverse – powered by blockchain technology!You can sign up for the beta now :) Meet Bunmi! Bunmi Babajide isn't your typical health startup founder. She comes from a design engineering, product manufacturing and management consulting background and has enjoyed spending the past 16 years working in the automotive, aerospace and chemical industries for the public and private sector. Babajide earned her PhD in engineering education from Purdue University.Bunmi's story into the world of Web 3.0 start-ups began a few years ago when she was pregnant with her first child. She wanted to track her health. She found a few apps but each one was missing something to give her and her medical team a full and accurate picture.In March 2022, Bunmi decided to take the leap away from her engineering background to focus her entire efforts on changing the way we will all track, monitor and monetize our health data. She took a leap into the fast-paced world of Web 3.0 and launched a health and wellness startup.On this show, we discuss:

On this week's show, Bunmi Babajide, founder of CoralApp sits down with us! CoralApp aims to allow users to experience wellness and fitness in person and in the Metaverse – powered by blockchain technology!You can sign up for the beta now :) Meet Bunmi! Bunmi Babajide isn't your typical health startup founder. She comes from a design engineering, product manufacturing and management consulting background and has enjoyed spending the past 16 years working in the automotive, aerospace and chemical industries for the public and private sector. Babajide earned her PhD in engineering education from Purdue University.Bunmi's story into the world of Web 3.0 start-ups began a few years ago when she was pregnant with her first child. She wanted to track her health. She found a few apps but each one was missing something to give her and her medical team a full and accurate picture.In March 2022, Bunmi decided to take the leap away from her engineering background to focus her entire efforts on changing the way we will all track, monitor and monetize our health data. She took a leap into the fast-paced world of Web 3.0 and launched a health and wellness startup.On this show, we discuss:

My guest today is Ethan Schechter, VP of Sales of Snyk, which empowers the world's developers to build secure applications  In todays packed episode we discuss - Convincing Organizations to Prioritize and Invest in New Solutions. - Why Winning Ugly is Sometimes the Key to Success in Early Stage Startups. - Hiring Key Players for a Strong Foundation. - Balancing Priorities of Sales Training and Enablement with Rapid Expansion. - Transparency and Confidence in Upselling Your Product. - The Importance of Honest Communication in Third and Fourth Line Leadership. All that and more in this episode!

In this episode, we interview Chris Ritchie, who talks about his personal growth journey and how he helps early-stage tech startups retain top talent. Chris also shares some of the big shifts he went through in his career, from leaving corporate America to working in startups. He emphasizes the importance of being the best version of oneself and balancing progress with conserving wisdom from the past.    Chris also gives insights on how to build an early-stage sales team, focusing on being intentional and consistent in efforts to help the team. Lastly, he shares his view of success, which is less focused on making more money or responsibility novelty, and more on being true to oneself and focusing on quality inputs.    Tune into this episode with us to hear about:   How personal growth is a journey and a continuous effort to be the best version of oneself Tips on building an early-stage sales team and how to be intentional and consistent in efforts to help the team Why leaders must be thoughtful, intentional, and not rush into action to be safe and trusted How success is less about making more money or responsibility novelty and more about being true to oneself and focusing on quality inputs And so much more!
   About Our Guest: Chris Ritchie is a Managing Partner at Integrity Power Search, a retained search firm serving early stage VC/PE backed technology companies.   Prior to joining IPS in January, Chris spent the last six years in executive positions at two venture backed startups, Olive and Finite State.    His roles have included ownership over marketing, legal, finance/accounting, talent and sales, helping scale Olive (Unicorn healthcare automation company) from 30 to 200+ employees (500+ today) and Finite State (IoT Cyber Security) from 12 to 80+ employees during his tenures.   Chris has a bachelor's degree from Miami University with a focus in Finance.   – Ready for more? Head over to https://www.sightshift.com/ for more learning and growth.

Today Bill is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Global Containers and Custom Packaging Inc. and the Founder of Reikoku Consulting, Jose Ochoa. They talk about Jose's entrepreneurship journey and what made him start his businesses. He also shares some advice for people looking to start their businesses.   José Ochoa is an award-winning Mexican-American entrepreneur, engineer, and business innovation evangelist. They started multi-million-dollar companies in the US and Mexico, including Global Containers & Custom Packaging Inc., a logistics and packaging company, and Reikoku LLC, a consulting company.   Born in Chihuahua, Mexico, José has an Engineering degree from Instituto Tecnológico de Chihuahua II and worked as a Packaging Engineer for Delphi, where he immersed himself in operations and logistics for the packaging industry. He was a Global Packaging Engineer for Siemens, designing products and process efficiencies that he pivoted to his own venture. In 2008, José and a partner launched Global Containers and Custom Packaging de México SA de CV to fill an industry gap: integrated packaging and logistics services committed to providing a flawless customer experience.   In 2009 the company expanded to El Paso, Texas, leading to a decade of growth and expansion. In 2019, José and his team won the Bridge Accelerator, an intensive, highly specialized program sponsored by Microsoft. It that selects local suppliers from the border region and ramps up their operations to international business standards to make them more viable members of the border supply chain. The award included $25K, which José used to expand the company's binational footprint (Mexico/US).   In 2017, Global Containers won the City of El Paso, Texas' ‘Exporter of the Year' award, earning José a commendation letter from the former member of the US House of Representatives and Presidential Candidate Beto O'Rourke. Accolades aside, as a successful Latino business innovator, José helps entrepreneurs to start and operate companies in the US and Latin America. His latest venture, Reikoku Consulting, provides growth solutions and guidance for entrepreneurs looking to start a business or for companies wishing to develop a relevant business journey that will create better results for all the parts. Connect with Jose at: Websites: http://www.globalcontainers.net/     http://www.consulting.reikoku.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/relentlessjoseochoa/ Show notes: [0:31] What advice can he give to people who want to start their entrepreneurial journey? [4:49] How important is it to focus on relationships? [9:21] What does money mean to Jose? [10:33] Where to find Jose [11:37] Outro   Connect with Bill Bloom  Web: https://www.bloomfinancialco.com/ https://bloomfinancialco.kartra.com/page/bNJ87 Email: bill@bloomfinancial.us  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bloomfinancial/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/retireasyoudesirepodcast   Securities and investment advisory services are offered through Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. (WFS), member FINRA/SIPC. WFS. is separately owned, and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of WFS.   Views expressed in this podcast are for general informational purposes only and are not intended to provide or be a substitute for specific professional financial, tax or legal advice or recommendations for any individuals. Information is based on sources believed to be reliable; however, their accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.  

Today Bill is joined by the Co-Founder and CEO of Global Containers and Custom Packaging Inc. and the Founder of Reikoku Consulting, Jose Ochoa. They talk about Jose's entrepreneurship journey and what made him start his businesses. He also shares some advice for people looking to start their businesses.   José Ochoa is an award-winning Mexican-American entrepreneur, engineer, and business innovation evangelist. They started multi-million-dollar companies in the US and Mexico, including Global Containers & Custom Packaging Inc., a logistics and packaging company, and Reikoku LLC, a consulting company.   Born in Chihuahua, Mexico, José has an Engineering degree from Instituto Tecnológico de Chihuahua II and worked as a Packaging Engineer for Delphi, where he immersed himself in operations and logistics for the packaging industry. He was a Global Packaging Engineer for Siemens, designing products and process efficiencies that he pivoted to his own venture. In 2008, José and a partner launched Global Containers and Custom Packaging de México SA de CV to fill an industry gap: integrated packaging and logistics services committed to providing a flawless customer experience.   In 2009 the company expanded to El Paso, Texas, leading to a decade of growth and expansion. In 2019, José and his team won the Bridge Accelerator, an intensive, highly specialized program sponsored by Microsoft. It that selects local suppliers from the border region and ramps up their operations to international business standards to make them more viable members of the border supply chain. The award included $25K, which José used to expand the company's binational footprint (Mexico/US).   In 2017, Global Containers won the City of El Paso, Texas' ‘Exporter of the Year' award, earning José a commendation letter from the former member of the US House of Representatives and Presidential Candidate Beto O'Rourke. Accolades aside, as a successful Latino business innovator, José helps entrepreneurs to start and operate companies in the US and Latin America. His latest venture, Reikoku Consulting, provides growth solutions and guidance for entrepreneurs looking to start a business or for companies wishing to develop a relevant business journey that will create better results for all the parts. Connect with Jose at: Websites: http://www.globalcontainers.net/     http://www.consulting.reikoku.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/relentlessjoseochoa/ Show notes: [1:17] Why is it important for Jose to be surrounded by Star Wars toys [3:07] Jose's advice to stay young and be childlike [5:23] What made Jose start his entrepreneurial journey? [10:38] On making a bet on himself and taking the risk [13:21] Outro   Connect with Bill Bloom  Web: https://www.bloomfinancialco.com/ https://bloomfinancialco.kartra.com/page/bNJ87 Email: bill@bloomfinancial.us  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bloomfinancial/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/retireasyoudesirepodcast   Securities and investment advisory services are offered through Woodbury Financial Services, Inc. (WFS), member FINRA/SIPC. WFS. is separately owned, and other entities and/or marketing names, products, or services referenced here are independent of WFS.   Views expressed in this podcast are for general informational purposes only and are not intended to provide or be a substitute for specific professional financial, tax or legal advice or recommendations for any individuals. Information is based on sources believed to be reliable; however, their accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.  

Our very own, Poya Osgouei recently appeared on The Dock Pod. Tune in as the conversation covers steps on going to market as a startup, what's happening in the SaaS markets, the benefits of playing the long game as well as why everyone should do a social media detox. Check out their podcast show and show them some love. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/uncharted1/support

Looking for tips from an experienced tech startup leader? On today's episode, I am talking with Joyce Durst. Joyce is the CEO and co-Founder of Growth Acceleration Partners (referred to as “GAP”).  GAP is a strategic technology solutions partner and a leader in digital transformation consulting. When Joyce was a kid, she refused to accept the belief that “girls don't do math” and kids from her small hometown don't pursue college degrees.  Joyce overcame both of those mindsets and earned a B.S. in Computer Science from Texas A&M University. Joyce started her career at IBM and moved into Executive roles at multiple companies before founding Growth Acceleration Partners. Joyce is a sought-after speaker on the topics of leadership and women in business. “I realized that if I really wanted to have impact on a company's direction and on the lives of other people, I would need to become a CEO.” – Joyce Durst Today on the Tech Leader Talk podcast: - Lessons from 21 years of experience as a CEO - Starting with a foundation of values - Tips for growing your team - Managing remote work for team members - The importance of occasional in-person team meetings   Connect with Joyce Durst: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycedurst/ Website: https://www.growthaccelerationpartners.com/ Thanks for listening! Be sure to get your free copy of Steve's latest book, Cracking the Patent Code, and discover his proven system for identifying and protecting your most valuable inventions. Get the book at https://stevesponseller.com/book.

So many aspiring entrepreneurs get stuck in the mindset that the industry they want to get into is already too crowded, and there is no space for them. The truth is that in most industries, there is space for everyone as long as you become committed to finding the solution to a problem. Maybe that is with a coaching program, a service, or even a physical product just like the guest in this episode. Shea Gerhardt is the CEO and founder of Buderflys Technologies, Inc which she founded because she recognized a problem in the crowded, yet stale $30B earbud industry. On the slopes of Colorado, Shea came to the realization that the constant friction from today's earbuds design did not deliver the comfortable listening experience that she needed to listen to content for long periods of time, and knew that she was definitely not alone in this complaint. Knowing that discomfort of the traditional earbuds is the top complaint from users in this industry, Shea brought together a team of experts that have spent the past four years solving this problem that no one thought was possible. In this episode, Shea shares her encouraging and inspiring story of perseverance in finding an area that needed desperate improvement, and tirelessly pursuing a solution. This invention has led to a much more improved experience for their users, and she walks us through how she did it, and what is next for her company. Tune in to hear her advice to other entrepreneurs and a great example of the law of attraction at work. Key highlights:Shea's background and how she got involved in the earbud industryHow dyslexia led to her entrepreneurshipThe process of creating the earbuds and patentFinding a market that needs a change and being passionate about finding the changeShea's advice to entrepreneursHow her first investor meeting wentWhat is next for her product?A story of when Shea persevered and it paid off tremendouslyEpisode resources:Book: Disciplined Entrepreneurship: 24 Steps to a Successful Startup by Bill AuletConnect with SheaWebsite: buderflys.comConnect with Eric:Be sure to connect with me in the Lead Sell Grow - The Human Experience Mastermind Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leadsellgrow/Pick up your copy of B2B Sales Secrets HereLearn more about our services: www.TheGoalGuide.comImprove your sales and stay connected – Free Gifts Here https://shor.by/TheGoalGuide