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342 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsLife Self Mastery Podcast is an interview based show where I interview online entrepreneurs who started their businesses and scaled up their businesses to improve their lifestyles.
Previous guests include Guy Kawasaki, Brad Feld, James Clear, Shu Nyatta, Ida Tin, Elizabeth Yin, Polina Pompliano, Evgenia Plotnikova, Anna Khan, Minnie Ingersoll, Sridhar Ramaswamy, Mac Conwell, Danielle Strachman, Jake Gibson, Wes Kao, Brian Requarth, Vivek Sodera, Eric Siu, Amit Garg, Nischal Shetty, Pranav Pai, Nir Eyal, Paul Shapiro, Nick Huber, Rob Walling, Andrew Dsouza, Fabrice Grinda, and 300+ incredible guests.
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Think Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki
April 04, 2024 05:15 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Guy Kawasaki, talks about his latest book "Think Remarkable," exploring themes such as marketing excellence, the intricacies of podcast growth, the power of a growth mindset, and the art of finding mentors. Guy shares his journey, emphasizing the importance of quality in product evangelism and the challenges of leveraging a large social media following for impact. Guy also talks about the nuances of remote work management, the value of diversity in hiring, and learni...
The Pitch: Rewards of Media Entrepreneurship and fund raising with Josh Muccio
March 28, 2024 06:10 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Josh Muccio, co-founder of The Pitch and a general partner at The Pitch Fund talks about his entrepreneurial background, his ventures in e-commerce and media, and the intricacies of building a successful media company like The Pitch. Josh recounts the show's sale to Gimlet Media and subsequent repurchase, as well as his personal experience pitching on the show. He discusses the challenges faced by emerging fund managers in 2023 and The Pitch Fund's remarkable achieve...
How to approach Product Development, User Feedback, Team Building with Darya Sesitskaya from Shader
March 21, 2024 05:49 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MBIn this podcast episode, Darya Sesitskaya, founder of Shader, shares her entrepreneurial journey and insights into product development. She emphasizes the role of intuition in the early stages of design and the importance of simplicity in product interfaces. Daria also discusses her approach to user feedback, highlighting that not all suggestions are implemented but are carefully evaluated. For fundraising, she credits her participation in an accelerator program for building connections and ...
How startups can build sustainable distribution modes with Justin Smith from Recharge Capital
March 14, 2024 08:24 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Justin Smith, Managing Partner at Recharge Capital delves into his venture capital journey, his experiences at Recharge Capital and Tusk Ventures, and the intricacies of angel investing and SPVs. Justin shares his transition from auditing to venture capital, his approach to building a sourcing network, and the importance of partnerships in investing. He discusses the strategic role of distribution channels in fintech and healthcare startups, the impact of brand names...
Life in a Pressure Cooker: Startup & Partnerships with Stefan Ross
March 07, 2024 04:52 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBIn this episode, Stefan Ross, Head of Partnerships at Pigment, shares his journey from sales to partnerships and his experiences in the UK startup ecosystem. He discusses the importance of strategic thinking and curiosity in partnerships, the centralized nature of the UK startup scene, and the misconceptions about partnerships. Stefan emphasizes the need for structural alignment within companies and how to effectively manage and communicate with multiple partners. He also touches on the hiri...
Mastering Your Nervous System with Jonny Miller
February 29, 2024 05:09 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBIn this podcast episode, Jonny Miller, founder of Nervous System Mastery, talks about his journey from studying at Durham University to becoming an entrepreneur and eventually creating a course to help others manage stress and enhance resilience. He discusses his startup experiences, including his travel magazine and MapTier, and the lessons learned from those ventures. Jonny shares insights on emotional resilience, the importance of learning and curiosity, and the development of his course....
Building the first operator of e-commerce software with Luca Cartechini of Shopcircle
February 22, 2024 04:53 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBIn this podcast episode, Luca Cartechini, founder of Shopcircle, shares his journey from Italy to the UK, his experience in investment banking and venture capital, and the founding of Shopcircle. He discusses London's vibrant tech scene, the impact of Brexit, and the benefits of corporate experience for entrepreneurs. Shopcircle's focus on the Shopify ecosystem, growth strategies, and product development are also covered. Luca highlights the importance of a high-performing team, the challeng...
Impact of Athletes in Venture Capital with Arthur Bernard at Athletic Ventures
February 15, 2024 04:54 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Arthur Bernard, General Partner at Athletic Ventures, talks about his transition into venture capital and the role of athletes in this sector. Arthur discusses his early career, experience in sports marketing agencies, and return to venture capital in 2020. He emphasizes the importance of educating the European market on athlete investments in startups, noting the unique value athletes bring beyond mere influence. Arthur also touches on the LP-GP relationship, portfo...
Future of Gaming with Blockchain and Crypto with Brian Evans
February 08, 2024 05:00 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBIn this podcast episode, Brian Evans, CEO and founder of BDE Ventures, shares his insights into the crypto and blockchain industry. He shares the transformative potential of blockchain in gaming, the integration of NFTs in various sectors, and the importance of building a strong online presence. Brian shares his journey into crypto, the impact of recent crypto developments, and his firm's investment focus. He also explores the intersection of AI and blockchain, the play-to-earn gaming model,...
Exploring Latin American Startup Ecosystem with Ali Jamal of First Check Ventures
February 01, 2024 05:19 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBIn this podcast episode, Ali Jamal, General Partner at First Check Ventures shares his multicultural upbringing and its influence on his interest in startups and venture capital, particularly in Latin America. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in high-growth startups in developing economies and his transition from a full-time job to focusing on his syndicate. Ali provides insights into the venture capital industry, including securing funding allocations, the impact of market...
How Can E-commerce Sellers Navigate the Financing Landscape with Ricardo Pero from Seller Financing
January 25, 2024 05:23 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Ricardo Pero, CEO of SellersFunding talks about e-commerce financing and business strategy. Ricardo discusses his background in finance, the inception of SellersFunding, and the nuances of revenue-based versus seller financing. They explore qualifying criteria for e-commerce companies, the process of obtaining revenue data, and the impact of COVID-19 on the industry. Ricardo advises on scaling, branding, and competing in online retail, emphasizing the importance of c...
How to win sales deals predictably and consistently with Shankar Ganapathy from Boomerang
January 18, 2024 05:13 - 44 minutes - 60.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Shankar Ganapathy, founder of Boomerang, shares his professional journey from marketing to sales and his experiences at MindTickle and Boomerang. He discusses the nuances of sales playbooks and advises on the optimal timing for startup founders to hire sales personnel. Shankar emphasizes the importance of adapting sales strategies to meet individual customer needs and the transition from a broad marketing approach to personalized sales interactions and much more! Ti...
Mastering Outbound Sales with Justin Michael
January 11, 2024 06:54 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBIn this podcast episode, Justin Michael shares his unique sales methodology, the Justin Michael Method, emphasising the importance of understanding prospects' needs and building relationships. He discusses strategies for bypassing gatekeepers, the art of discounting, and engaging CFOs by demonstrating ROI. Justin also highlights the role of customer case studies in proving value and addresses the challenges of sales forecasting. He stresses the significance of developing sales talent within ...
How Will Central Bank Digital Currencies Impact the Global Financial Landscape with Lisa Nestor
January 04, 2024 07:29 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBIn this podcast episode, Lisa Nestor, Chief Strategy Officer at Airtm, discusses her diverse background and the fintech industry. She shares her passion for crypto, its potential for asset sovereignty, and the excitement around self-custody products. Lisa reflects on the challenges and opportunities CBDCs and stablecoins present and the competition they may bring to international currency markets. She offers investment advice for cryptocurrencies and highlights the qualities of a great growt...
Building trust and respect with young founders with Sameet Mehta of Granite Hill Capital Partners
December 28, 2023 04:54 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBIn this podcast episode, Sameet Mehta shares his journey into venture capital, his investment misses with Zoom and Dropbox, and the importance of cautious hiring for startups. He also discusses the decision-making process at his fund, Granite Hill, and the significance of creating a safe environment for open discussion. Sameet emphasizes the role of early-stage investors in a company's growth and shares his insights on the trend of hedge funds investing in emerging countries and also talks a...
How Walnut builds personalized & interactive demo experiences with Yoav Vilner
December 21, 2023 07:10 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this podcast episode, Yoav Vilner, co-founder and CEO of Walnut, shares his journey in startups and insights on sales and marketing strategies. He discusses the relationship between sales and marketing teams, the importance of hiring the right salespeople, and when to target larger companies. He also highlights the significance of measuring metrics like retention, churn, and net dollar retention for SaaS companies. Yoav emphasizes the value of prioritizing people over products in the earl...
Unveiling the future of AI with Mikhail Taver of Taver Capital
December 14, 2023 07:28 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Mikhail Taver, the founder of Taver Capital discusses his venture capital journey, his focus on AI startups, and the future of AI. He shares his experience at Nafta-Moscva and AAR and his first encounter with neural networks. Mikhail believes in the symbiotic relationship between startups and big companies in the AI space and emphasizes the importance of regulating AI. He also highlights the significance of a founder in driving a startup's success and the importance ...
Exploring the Intersection of Climate Change and Venture Investing with Michael Luciani
December 07, 2023 07:48 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBIn this podcast episode, Michael Luciani, the managing partner and co-founder of Climate Capital Fund shares his experiences working for Hillary Clinton's campaign and the Tuesday Company, where he built consumer-facing products and raised funding from high-impact investors. He discusses his journey into angel investing and his role at Climate Capital. Michael also talks about sourcing a deal with Colossal Biosciences, the world's first de-extinction company, and the potential of climate tec...
How Attention is helping sales reps sell faster with Anis Bennaceur
November 30, 2023 07:35 - 36 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this podcast episode, Anis, the founder of Attention, shares his journey from being a self-taught coder to starting his own sales intelligence tool. He discusses the challenges he faced in his previous startup, Mixer, which led him to create Attention Tech. Anis highlights the importance of understanding the pain points of sales professionals and using AI to address them. He shares insights on effective sales strategies, the significance of positive response rates, and the importance of p...
Helping startups expand to US and other markets with Sergey Gribov from Flint Capital
November 23, 2023 12:40 - 48 minutes - 66.7 MBIn this podcast, Sergey Gribov shares his journey from being the first employee of a successful startup in Israel to becoming a partner at Flint Capital. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working in tech startups, the role of a board member in a startup, and the factors contributing to the success of the Israeli startup ecosystem. He also shares his insights on the traits of successful founders, the importance of feedback, their investment strategy, and the impact of remote work on ...
How is CoolWater Capital helping the emerging fund managers with Winter Mead
November 16, 2023 12:39 - 52 minutes - 71.9 MBIn this conversation, Winter Mead, founder and managing member of CoolWater Capital, about his journey from studying innovation in grad school in England all the way to his work today helping emerging fund managers navigate the VC landscape. He shares insights about the importance of track records, persistence, and understanding the investment world. He also talks about how the market has changed significantly over a span of two years in relation to raising funds, especially for emerging man...
Empowering diverse founders through community with Gabby Cazeau from Harlem Capital
November 09, 2023 12:24 - 27 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode, Gabby Cazeau, partner at Harlem Capital, shares her professional journey from starting as an engineer to becoming a venture capitalist. She discusses the importance of changing the face of entrepreneurship by investing in diverse founders and the valuable lessons she's learned throughout her career from different people and market trends. Additionally, she offers insights on how AI is disrupting traditional business models and the current venture capital landscape. Gabby als...
The Anthology of Balaji with Eric Jorgenson
November 02, 2023 10:30 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBIn this episode, Eric Jorgensen, CEO of Scribe Media and author of "Almanack of Naval Ravikant" and "Anthology of Balaji” discusses his journey to becoming the CEO of Scribe Media, the success of his books, and the importance of understanding different disciplines. He also delves into topics such as the role of technology in various industries, the impact of AI on jobs, cryptocurrency, and the influence of technology on political order. Erics shares his views on truth, media, and the impact ...
Disrupting the $1T gift card industry with Brandon Kleinman from Birthday App
October 26, 2023 09:47 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Brandon Kleinman, the founder of Birthday App, a fintech platform that consolidates birthdays and provides reminders and gift options discusses the app's success and future expansion plans. He shares insights on startup success, emphasizing the importance of speed, endurance, and adaptability. He also advises on co-founder relationships, fundraising, and identifying target audiences. The episode concludes with an update on Birthday App's development, including the re...
Reimagining community management with Ethan Song from RareCircles
October 19, 2023 12:15 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBIn this podcast episode, Ethan Song, the CEO of Rare Circles shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early days at Deloitte to founding the fashion brand, Frank and Oak. He discusses the importance of community-building in product-based companies and shares insights from his experience. Ethan also talks about his new venture, Rare Circles, which helps brands build loyal communities. He shares advice on raising funding during challenging times and discusses the future of social ...
Making Donations Frictionless with Vance Roush from Overflow
October 12, 2023 12:25 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Vance Roush, founder and CEO of Overflow and executive pastor at Vibe Church, discusses his journey in the startup world and his passion for churches and nonprofits. He shares how his experience as a CFO for his church led him to start Overflow, a platform that simplifies the process of accepting non-cash donations. Vance also talks about the principles that have helped his church grow and emphasizes the importance of listening to customers, fully connecting members ...
Early investing in Palantir and Canva with Sandy Kory from Horizon VC
October 05, 2023 12:56 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBSandy Kory is the Managing Director at Horizon vc, a seed-stage investor in product-driven startups. Sandy is an alumnus of Stanford from where he has done his MS in Management. In this podcast episode, Sandy Kory, the Managing Director at Horizon Venture, discusses his experiences and insights in the world of tech investment and angel investing. Sandy discusses the differences between bootstrapped software companies and those that raise venture capital, the importance of investing in peopl...
From Grassroots To Greatness with Lloyed Lobo
September 28, 2023 13:43 - 1 hour - 102 MBIn this podcast episode, Lloyed Lobo, author of the book, From Grassroots to Greatness shares his journey as a refugee, his experiences in India and Kuwait, and the power of community and entrepreneurship. He discusses the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people, the role of community in building successful brands, and strategies for leveraging social proof and building a community-led business. Lloyed also talks about the impact of COVID-19 on community building and the valu...
Scaling beyond founding teams with Satej Sirur from Rocketium
September 21, 2023 12:24 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this podcast episode, Satej, CEO of Rocketium, shares his journey into startups and the founding of his company. He discusses his experience at Taxi For Sure and the importance of having a core team. He explains the concept behind Rocketium and the ideal candidate profile for hiring. He emphasizes the value of listening to candidates and assessing their cultural fit. He also discusses the transition from founder-led sales to building a sales team and the importance of having a true salesp...
The Learning Game by Ana Lorena Fábrega
September 14, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 83 MBIn this podcast episode, Anna Lorena talks about her new book "The Learning Game." Anna discusses her journey in education, her experience studying education at NYU, and her observations about the lack of genuine learning in traditional schools. She shares how she discovered online education through David Perell's writing course and joined a startup called Synthesis. Anna also talks about the shortcomings of traditional education systems, the impact of COVID-19 on students, and the importanc...
Andrew Sheffield from Playfair Capital on the importance of alignment between founders and VCs
September 07, 2023 13:06 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBIn this podcast episode, Andrew Sheffield discusses his background as a poker player and his transition into venture capital. Andrew talks about online poker websites and his preference for playing in casinos. He then delves into the investment strategies of Playfair Venture Capital, including the number of investments they make per year and their assessment process for portfolio companies. He also discusses the role of VCs in connecting founders to the venture ecosystem offering advice for ...
Family-First Entrepreneur with Steve Chou
August 31, 2023 12:20 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this podcast episode, Steve Chou, founder of the "My Wife Quit Her Job" podcast and successful entrepreneur shares his journey in e-commerce, starting with selling handkerchiefs on eBay, which led to the creation of Bumblebee Linens. He discusses the viability of e-commerce in 2023 and the importance of building an audience before launching a course. Steve also shares insights on growing a YouTube channel, repurposing content and creating passive sources of income. He talks about the "fou...
Changing Landscape of Australian Startups with Barry Winata from Metagrove Ventures
August 24, 2023 13:15 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBIn this podcast episode, Barry shares his journey into venture capital, explaining how his background in tech led him to explore the startup ecosystem and angel investing. He discusses the check size for investing, emphasizing the importance of showcasing value to startups. Barry also talks about building relationships with potential investors and his experience with the VC Lab program. He highlights the startup landscape in Australia and his strategy for attracting LPs to his fund. Barry sh...
Building go-to-market teams in Enterprise SaaS with Anupam Rastogi from Emergent Ventures
August 17, 2023 09:42 - 47 minutes - 64.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Anupam Rastogi, partner at Emergent Ventures discusses his background and experience in investing and firm building. The conversation covers topics such as the impact of AI on jobs and the future of work, competition between startups and incumbents, the importance of large models and productivity tools, building teams and acquiring customers in different markets, pricing and marketing strategies for SaaS companies, qualities sought in early-stage startups for investm...
How to invest in startups with Brian Nichols from Angel Squad
August 10, 2023 10:59 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Brian Nichols, the founder of Angel Squad, shares his background and experiences working at companies like Lyft, Zoox, and Blackbird. He talks about his first angel investment and how he identifies the right opportunities. Brian also discusses the number of startups to invest in for a diversified portfolio and the process of deal sourcing and syndicate investing. Brian discusses his journey with Angel Squad, the decision-making process within the community, and the t...
Kaiwei Tang from Light on how to free you from your Smartphone habit
August 03, 2023 14:14 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Kaiwei Tang, the founder of Light Phone discusses the inspiration behind Light Phone, a credit card-sized device that encourages people to take a break from technology and live in the moment. He explains the concept of minimalism in design and how it aligns with the core values of Light Phone. Kaiwei emphasizes the importance of eliminating distractions and creating a device that blends into the background. He also criticizes the advertisement and data-collecting bus...
How Quolum tracks your SaaS expenses with Indus Khaitan
July 27, 2023 13:36 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBI am excited to have Indus Khaitan, the founder of Quolum, a SaaS and Cloud Spend Reduction product funded by Sequoia and Nexus. He earlier founded Bitzer Mobile, which was created on the heels of the 2008 recession, and exited in what was Oracle’s first acquisition in mobile. In this podcast episode, Indus discusses the growth and future of the Indian startup ecosystem, his experience working with Chargebee, and transitioning from big companies to smaller ones. Indus also offers advice on ...
Investing in pre-seed technologies augmenting human capabilities with Arian Ghashghai from Earthling Ventures
July 20, 2023 14:15 - 44 minutes - 41 MBI am thrilled to have Arian Ghashgai as a partner at DVC and GP at Earthling VC and was a machine learning infra engineer within Meta Reality Labs In this podcast episode, Arian talks about his background, childhood, and interest in startups. He discusses his approach to evaluating startups, emphasizing the importance of the team, market, and vision. Arian also talks about his role in Earthlink, focusing on 3D and AI to enrich the human experience. He discusses the capabilities of AI techno...
Building a $100 mil Self-Storage Business with Nick Huber
July 13, 2023 10:08 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBI am excited to have Nick Huber who is the founder of the Sweaty Startup, sold his service business in Jan 2021 for 7 figures and now owns and operates a self-storage portfolio with 61 self-storage properties, In this podcast episode, Nick shares his journey in the world of startups, starting with a pickup and delivery student storage company while in college. He explains how he gained experience in running a company and eventually sold it. With the profits, Nick and his team started inves...
How to sell your SaaS startup with Joe Lewin from Foundy
July 08, 2023 03:07 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBIn this podcast episode, Joe talks about his experience of building and selling a startup and emphasizes the importance of engaging with multiple buyers to secure the best valuation. He discusses Foundry's two-sided marketplace, attracting high-quality sellers and providing buyers with insights into financial performance. He also talks about streamlining the sign-up process for sellers and automating due diligence. He also discusses Foundry's self-serve platform, transparent pricing, and sup...
Investing in B2B SaaS Companies with Michael Cardamone from Forum Ventures
June 29, 2023 10:24 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBIn this podcast, Michael Cardamone, founder of Forum Ventures, shares his valuable insights on the startup world and his journey in founding and running a leading seed-stage SaaS venture VC firm. He talks about the importance of building relationships and being transparent about your track record when raising funds. He also provides insights on investing in startups, moving upmarket into enterprise, and building channel partnerships. Additionally, he discusses the topic of diversity in ventu...
Hidden Genius with Polina Marinova Pompliano
June 22, 2023 14:24 - 32 minutes - 30 MBI’m excited to have Polina Marinova Pompliano who is the author of 'HIDDEN GENIUS: The Secret Ways of Thinking That Power the World's Most Successful People.' She is also the founder of The Profile, a media organization that studies successful people and companies. In this podcast episode, Polina Marinova Pompliano, founder of Profile discusses her career in journalism, her experience working at Fortune magazine, and her transition to starting her own media organization. Polina shares her i...
How Cut Box is Revolutionizing Men's Grooming with Osajie Obah
June 15, 2023 22:15 - 33 minutes - 31 MBIn this podcast episode, Osajie is the founder of Cut Box, a company that provides affordable, high-quality haircuts. Oz discusses his background in engineering, his journey as a startup founder, and Cut Box's expansion plans. Oz shares his thoughts on pricing strategy, customer experience, and talent acquisition. We also touch on the possibility of offering haircuts for women and kids in the future, and much more! Timestamps Starting a Billion Dollar Business [00:00:18] Oz talks about his...
Ashley Aydin on Her Journey to Venture Capital, Investing in Diverse Founders, and the Future of the Industry
June 08, 2023 17:50 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this podcast episode, Ashley Aydin talks about her journey into the startup and venture world, her experiences working in startups and venture funds, and her focus on investing in diverse founders, particularly in the Latinx community. She discusses the importance of operational experience in becoming a good investor, Vamos Ventures' investment focus and their efforts to support diverse founders, and Ashley's insights on what founders should focus on when presenting their startup to inves...
Rental Management for Long-Term Rentals with Daniel Li from Marble
June 01, 2023 15:13 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Daniel talks about Marble, a platform that helps property owners manage their properties remotely talks about his journey. We discuss Daniel's background, advice for graduates, and how Marble got started. We cover Marble's growth and services, including an end-to-end leasing engine, 24/7 maintenance, and rent collection. Daniel talks about the importance of focus in building a startup and building a good brand and much more! Timestamps Daniel's background [00:00:49...
Idriss Al Rifai on Revenue-Based Financing in Middle East
May 26, 2023 13:28 - 37 minutes - 51.5 MBIn this podcast episode, Idriss Al Rifai, CEO and founder of Flow48, talks about his journey as an entrepreneur and his experience with fundraising. Idris shares his background as a professional basketball player and military experience, drawing parallels between sports and entrepreneurship, and discusses the critical role of fundraising in startup success and the value of consulting experience for building a strong team and securing funding. He also talks about his company's unique revenue-...
Creating video content with Stephanie Demetriou from Maekersuite
May 18, 2023 14:46 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBIn this podcast episode, Stephanie Demetriou talks about how Maekersuite enables professionals to create talking head videos in minutes. Stephanie shares her journey in startups, her experience as a management consultant, and the development of Maekersuite. She discusses the revenue model, ideal customer profile, and tips for improving video content. Stephanie offers advice on hiring sales and product personnel in a pre-seed or seed-stage startup and much more! Timestamps Starting Maker Su...
Translating data into engaging content with Payman Taei from Visme
May 11, 2023 14:17 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this podcast episode, Payman Taei, founder of VisMe, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the development of VisMe, a platform for creating engaging presentations, infographics, and other visually appealing content. Payman talks about his previous experience with three other SaaS companies and his challenges in the agency world. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on product development before seeking funding and creating a lasting income. Payman also discusses the challenges...
Ida Tin from Clue on fertility tracking
May 04, 2023 15:29 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn this episode, Ida Tin talks about her journey of starting a jewelry business, traveling to Mexico, and starting a motorcycle tour company with her father. She also discusses how Clue grew as a company, raising funds from investors and building a successful startup team culture. Ida Tin shares her insights on the venture capital industry and her upcoming book, which aims to provide tips and tricks on how to think twice when building technology that will change the world. Timestamps Start...
Market first approach to deep tech investing with James Wang from Creative Ventures
April 27, 2023 15:05 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MBIn this episode, James Wang, General Partner at Creative Ventures, talks about his journey from working in hedge funds to investing in startups, the importance of finding a career that aligns with one's values and passions, and explores the differences between deep tech and software startups, addressing concerns about automation taking away jobs and discusses the impact of technology on climate change and much more! Timestamps Startups and Hedge Funds [00:00:02] James talks about his exper...