Kendra Scott tells her story of founding her eponymous jewelry company, focusing on personalization and philanthropy, and navigating the unpredictable path of entrepreneurship.
In this podcast, the host discusses the unique heart of cuttlefish as well as his Instagram post soliciting questions about personal and work topics.
When starting a pitch for a new business, it's important to have a clear and compelling vision for the future of the company. By identifying the key pieces of the story that will resonate with investors and customers, entrepreneurs can build excitement and increase their chances of success.
Marie Forleo shares her experience of delivering her first workshop to just five people, which she now thinks as a cringy moment but also she believes that starting before you're ready is crucial to gain experience.
The founder of Earnest Capital discusses how forming an LLC and utilizing Stripe Atlas was the fun part of building something new. She also emphasizes the importance of feeling excited about what you're doing, and knowing when it's time to make a change.
The distinction between small business owners and entrepreneurs is that small business owners own businesses while entrepreneurs solve problems. While the market may decide the success of a business, the pressures of short term gains and human greed can sometimes overwhelm ethical considerations.
The speaker shares personal experience in setting up businesses and outlines the importance of adopting a practical mindset as opposed to relying solely on good intentions. They provide tips on how to navigate the process and avoid incurring losses.
The speaker recalls meeting someone with an idea called 'Hurt Burt' and discusses his own future ideas, but is currently workshopping them.
The speaker shares his experience of living off 200 pounds a month while being in a shit hole area and interviewing a successful entrepreneur who was a high school dropout and became a millionaire.
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.
To raise money in this environment, you need at least three or four great metrics and none that are dangerous. Companies that made great returns in moments of true dislocation, like Apollo or Blackstone, were the barbarians at the gates.
The United States applauds entrepreneurs and believes in second chances without punishing people for the rest of their lives for failure or past mistakes. The last 20 years saw anemic growth in the country and left behind too many people.
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.
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.
A discussion of the three stages of entrepreneurial success, from starting a profitable business to building a mini empire.
The speaker shares their admiration for a billionaire entrepreneur's ability to hyper-focus, hire the right people, and execute tasks to perfection, leading to their success. Despite their wealth, the speaker believes that the entrepreneur's focus is not solely on money but on building something great.
A former special operations Marine talks about his transition from military life to the business world, and how the team mindset of the military is applicable to entrepreneurship.
The speaker shares a technique for managing overwhelming feelings of productivity pressure: draw a line down the center of a page and write down things you hate and things you love. He believes that this will make it easier for entrepreneurs to focus on what they truly want to accomplish.
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.
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.
A father-son duo share entrepreneurial advice on impacting lives, creating wealth, and thinking outside the box to create unique business ideas like a pizza with honey.
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 various entrepreneurial ideas they have had for opening businesses in their neighborhood, including a cupcake shop and a hot dog cart.
