Success in entrepreneurship is not without obstacles and naysayers, and it is therefore important to have a team and investors who truly believe in the vision and product. Obtaining clarity on core values and a minimum viable product is also essential.
In this podcast, the host discusses the unique heart of cuttlefish as well as his Instagram post soliciting questions about personal and work topics.
The overuse of mass layoffs in modern corporations makes it risky to work in them, as they are not run based on meritocracy. Successful entrepreneurs do not view themselves as taking risks, but there is a distinction between social entrepreneurs and business entrepreneurs, with the former aiming to contribute to a cause while the latter aims for profit.
In this podcast, two successful solo entrepreneurs talk about their early wins and moments which convinced them that they could make a full-time career out of writing or blogging, how they diversified themselves outside successful products or brands, and their rebranding journey.
The speaker faced numerous issues while trying to start an app and meeting an attorney, however, they believe that obstacles are a form of support from the universe.
The speaker recalls meeting someone with an idea called 'Hurt Burt' and discusses his own future ideas, but is currently workshopping them.
This episode is a throwback to the very first episode of My First Million with longtime friend of the show, Suli Manali. He shares the story of how he made his first million and how he got his start in entrepreneurship.
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the importance of gross margin dollars and cash flow to pay bills in a business plan, and how some investors might not understand this concept. The speaker also praises investors who want to invest in good ideas and give entrepreneurs a chance.
The speaker shares personal experiences and tips on how to achieve financial stability as an entrepreneur, including having six months worth of living expenses in the bank and saving extra money instead of just paying off debts. They discuss the moment they realized there was financial abundance in their business and they no longer had to stress about paying bills.
Shark Tank's purpose is to inspire kids to start businesses. Through accessible means, the show motivates young children to develop entrepreneurial skills and make money.
The mindset of entrepreneurs in different countries can vary greatly. While in places like the US, the desire to start your own business is prevalent, other places such as New Zealand may not have the same drive.
Ross Mayfield shares his experience of selling stocks and starting a successful social collaboration enterprise, Socialtext, and how it led to the company being sold to Microsoft.
The speaker recounts their experience selling items door-to-door at a young age, despite their mother's disapproval of such pursuits due to elitism.
The speaker expresses the difficulty of running a successful business and references the struggles that other entrepreneurs have faced.
Alex shares his thoughts on the misconceptions surrounding entrepreneurship, explaining that even the most successful individuals face challenges and that smaller companies may have advantages over larger ones.
The speaker borrowed $600 to buy equipment and inventory to create his first business, selling miniature picture frames to stores like TGNY. The frames were basic knickknacks for people to turn into craft projects.
Despite receiving negative feedback from investors and experts in the field, the founder of a decentralized protocol believed in his idea and persevered in building a company around it.
The speaker shares his experience in growing his business for the past three years, the legacy issues he encountered in the process, and his decision to step back and focus on building the business he wants.
The podcast host shares a story about his grandfather and his brother coming up with an idea for a company called Trip Charge, which allowed customers to charge expenses while on a trip, but it's unclear whether it was successful or not.
Learn how to shift your mindset towards entrepreneurship by immersing yourself in a community of like-minded individuals and intentionally following social media accounts of successful business owners.
The hosts discuss their plans to start a printing business for local businesses in order to make more profit and avoid having to store a surplus of t-shirts in their house. They also discuss the idea that being angry is a choice, and therefore, no one else can truly make you happy.
Many business owners believe that in order to scale or grow their business, they must sacrifice their personal life, including time with family. However, with proper balance and time management, it is possible to build a successful business while still prioritizing family time.
Steve Jobs' unique personality traits and interests drove his unconventional approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing individual work and creative passions through investments in real estate, architecture, and boat design.
This podcast episode explores the success of entrepreneur, Jihan Thompson, who runs two companies while also being a mommy blogger and novelist. The conversation touches upon topics such as the entertainment industry's underestimation of women and the privilege required to pursue entrepreneurial endeavors.
When turning a hobby into a business, it can be difficult to handle unsupportive relatives and the challenges of dealing with regulations like HOA. It's important to stay focused on your goals and believe in yourself.
The speaker discusses curation of ideas and entrepreneurs, funding profitable companies, and the importance of finding the right timing and market for success in entrepreneurship.
The speaker discusses various entrepreneurial ideas they have had for opening businesses in their neighborhood, including a cupcake shop and a hot dog cart.
