Best Chefpreneur Podcasts (2025)

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GTM 4-3: From Prep Cook to Chefpreneur with Chef Alisha Elenz (LIVE from Startup Grind Chicago!) 47:37

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11d ago47:37

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Alisha Elenz went from cashier to prep cook to Executive Chef by 23. She became a two-time James Beard nominee, won Rising Chef of the Year, and cooked her way to Top Chef Season 21. But climbing the ranks wasn’t the finish line—building her own thing was. Now she runs Whisk the Night Away, a private dining company where she’s rewriting the rules a…

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GTM 4-Bonus! Pitch Strategies That WORK with RajNATION 12:46

4d ago12:46

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Tired of pitches that fall flat? Ready to become the ONLY choice instead of just another option? This week on the GTM Show we've got a bonus episode — a replay of my appearance on the Expert Connexions Podcast at the 2025 Startup Grind Conference in Silicon Valley. Their host Julie Holton-Smith sat down with me on-site, and in this 10-minute lightn…

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GTM 4-2: Building a Go To CUSTOMER Strategy with Product Marketer and Content Artist Sid Khaitan 1:02:54

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You've heard of Go To Market. But have you heard of Go To CUSTOMER? GTC is going beyond getting the product in customer's hands and being intentional about the program(s) you build around the product to ensure uptake, produce successful outcomes, lower churn, and create advocates. It's the 'hidden' stuff that hedges against friction being your rate…

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GTM 4-1: Surviving a Pivot with Michelin Star Chef Soo Ahn (Season Premiere!) 59:53

25d ago59:53

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If you were a PGA golfer you'd seemingly have the perfect career, right? Get paid to play golf, while playing on the best courses possible. From 5 years old, Soo Ahn worked his whole life to make it onto the PGA Tour. His hard work paid off when he got his Tour Card. He had made it into the top 1% of his field. But once he had 'made it', playing go…

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Establishing Your Operations: SOPs & CEO Mindset for Personal Chefs 50:30

2M ago50:30

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In this Chefpreneur Podcast episode, Andrés guides you through what it means to truly establish your operation as a business owner — not just a chef. This week kicks off the final trimester of Chefpreneur University, focusing on fulfillment and scalability. Learn the three core responsibilities of being a true CEO, the power of defining roles (even…

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Why the Personal Chef Business Model Beats Restaurants, Food Trucks & Catering 26:02

2M ago26:02

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In this episode of the Chefpreneur Podcast, Andrés breaks down the four major business models in the culinary world — restaurants, food trucks, catering, and personal chef services — and explains why the personal chef business model stands far above the rest. You'll learn about startup costs, profit margins, operational complexity, and how each mod…

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This Week on the Chefpreneur Podcast – Featuring Chef Rochelle Peoples! - San Antonio, Texas 1:06:04

3M ago1:06:04

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In this episode of the Chefpreneur Podcast, we sit down with Chef Rochelle Peoples from San Antonio, Texas to uncover her inspiring journey from real estate to running a thriving full-time personal chef business. After the 2007 market crash, Chef Rochelle took a leap of faith, starting as a catering server making $9 an hour. Through hard work and d…

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How Innovation is Transforming the Personal Chef Business | Chefpreneur Podcast w/ Larry Ferguson 1:00:30

4M ago1:00:30

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In this episode of the Chefpreneur Podcast, Chef Andres sits down with Chef Larry Ferguson, a professional personal chef from Springfield, MO, who has built a thriving full-time business. Need Help Or Don’t Know Where To Start? Book A FREE Mentorship Call: https://bit.ly/chef-strategy-call Join Our FREE Facebook Group:/ thechefpreneurmovement Check…

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Chef Lydia Huston's Journey: From Teacher to Vegan Personal Chef & Nutritionist 1:13:46

4M ago1:13:46

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This week on the Chefpreneur Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Chef Lydia Skye Huston, also known as Dharma. A certified plant-based nutritionist and skilled vegan chef, Lydia specializes in creating meals that cater to gluten-free and other dietary needs. Based in Southeast Michigan, her journey is nothing short of inspiring. From her beginnings…

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How to Succeed as a Personal Chef: Interview with Chef Lorraine Goodrich | Chefpreneur Podcast 2025 36:29

4M ago36:29

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In this episode of the Chefpreneur Podcast, Lorraine Goodrich, a professional chef from Prairie Village, shares how baking her first batch of cookies at six sparked a lifelong passion for cooking. Now a personal chef, Lorraine talks about building her business and connecting with clients through food and childhood memories. Tune in for an inspiring…

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Chef Dan's Leap of Faith with Modern Classical Chefs | Chefpreneur Podcast 1:10:08

5M ago1:10:08

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In this heartfelt episode, Chef Andres interviews Chef Dan founder of Modern Classical Chefs, based in the Philadelphia area. Chef Dan shares his inspiring journey from a 30-year corporate career in logistics and supply chain to becoming a personal chef, driven by his passion for food and creating unforgettable dining experiences. Discover how he o…

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Podcast Interview with Chef Richard Yiga Kampala, Uganda: How Cooking Transforming Lives 1:03:35

5M ago1:03:35

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Chef Richard Yiga is a professional chef with a remarkable dedication to empowering underprivileged youth, single mothers, and school dropouts in Uganda. Driven by a vision of creating opportunities for those in need, he founded a cooking school that offers culinary training entirely free of charge. By collaborating with supporters who donate mater…

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Podcast Interview with Chef Christopher Litts: Restaurant Owner to Personal Chef 55:00

5M ago55:00

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Today, we’re excited to welcome Chef Christopher Litts, a professional chef based in Savannah, Georgia. As a full-time personal chef, Christopher dedicates all his time to his culinary business, allowing his passion for cooking to shine through in every dish. On the podcast, we'll explore his entire journey in the culinary world, diving into the ch…

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Chefpreneur Podcast | Answering Your Biggest Questions About Starting a Personal Chef Business 1:08:20

5M ago1:08:20

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In this special Q&A episode, host Chef Andres is joined by four certified Chefpreneur coaches and successful personal chefs to tackle real-world questions from aspiring and current personal chefs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your personal chef business to the next level, this episode is packed with actionable advice and insp…

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Chef Steve Journey: Bringing History, Faith & Culinary Passion to Life | Chefpreneur Podcast 1:15:17

5M ago1:15:17

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In this inspiring episode, Chef Andre interviews Chef Steve, the founder of The Long Trail Chuck Wagon in Idaho. Chef Steve shares his incredible journey from emergency services and military service to preserving the art of chuckwagon cooking. Through faith, food, and fellowship, Chef Steve is dedicated to creating unique culinary experiences while…

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The @Chefpreneur Podcast Interview with Chef Jeff Woodward Branson, MO 45:52

7M ago45:52

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In this episode, I interview Chef Jeff Woodward, a seasoned professional chef from Branson, MO, who has spent over 25 years in the culinary industry. From working as an executive chef to owning his own restaurant, Chef Jeff’s journey took an unexpected turn in 2020 due to the pandemic. However, he turned that challenge into an opportunity, launchin…

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The @Chefpreneur Podcast Interview with Chef Amber Evans Palm Springs, CA 34:04

7M ago34:04

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In this episode, I chat with Chef Amber Evans, whose journey from overlooked line cook to private chef for athletes, musicians, and actors is both inspiring and eye-opening. Amber shares how seasonal work across Montana, Vermont, and California shaped her career, eventually leading to an executive role in fine dining. However, burnout during the pa…

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The @Chefpreneur Podcast Interview with Chef Cinnamon of Culinary Indulgence 52:01

7M ago52:01

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In this episode, I sit down with Chef Cinnamon from Culinary Indulgence to explore her journey in building a successful personal chef business in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area. Chef Cinnamon shares how she turned her passion for cooking into a thriving business, offering personalized dining experiences that leave a lasting impression. Need Help Or Don’…

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GTM 3-12: The 4 Superpowers of a Successful Founder with CMO & Author Michelle Denogean (Season Finale!) 56:32

12M ago56:32

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What's your superpower? Every Founder has one. At the same time, not every founder has the SAME one. Which means just because Sara Blakely or Bill Gates did things one way, doesn't mean you also have to do things that way. When you know your superpower you can better make strategic decisions, acknowledge what should stay on your plate versus what y…

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GTM 3-11: Landing Investor Meetings with Supply Change Capital Managing Partner Shayna Harris (Live from Startup Grind Chicago!) 53:50

12M ago53:50

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Planning a fundraise? Then you need to know HOW to get in front of investors. Enjoy this special episode, a replay of my interview with Supply Change Capital Managing Partner Shayna Harris live from a Startup Grind Chicago event. Shayna shares what catches her eye, how funds are structured, the flow of money in a VC system, and why all that matters…

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GTM 3-10: Investing in Sports, Media, and Commerce with Marquee Ventures VC Erik Hammer (Live from Startup Grind Chicago!) 55:06

12M ago55:06

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Baseball, hot dogs, apple pie, and...venture capital? In 2023 the Chicago Cubs spun off a fund by the name of Marquee Ventures. Marquee invests at the intersection of sports, media, commerce, and their enabling infrastructure. Enjoy this special episode, a replay of my interview with Marquee's Cofounder & Managing Partner Erik Hammer live from the …

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GTM 3-9: Creating Content That Drives Leads with Haus of Bold Founder Erin Balsa 57:41

1y ago57:41

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One of the biggest struggles of an early stage startup is creating content. Or, really I should say creating GOOD content. It's pretty easy to publish a whitepaper that no one cares about, make Linkedin posts that don't get traction, or start a podcast but quit after 5 episodes. Creating content isn't hard, creating content that actually drives lea…

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GTM 3-8: Building a Successful Media Brand with Sales Feed Founder Tyler Lessard 55:34

1y ago55:34

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Have you ever worked really hard on a piece of content, only for it to get like 5 likes online? It could be a bad distribution strategy or bad timing, but more likely it's because the content doesn't resonate. What if instead of approaching your content like a tech or product company, you approached it like a media company? Tyler Lessard didn't jus…

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GTM 3-7: Mastering Event-led Growth with Sales Assembly CRO Matt Green 53:08

1y ago53:08

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What if instead of rushing to social media, paid ads, or even a traditional outbound sales motion, you used live events as a customer acquisition strategy? You immediately provide value to your target customer, created a shared experience, and get valuable face time with them. Sales Assembly has bootstrapped to 7-figure annual revenue, growing 300%…

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GTM 3-6: How to Build a Lasting Brand with The Squeeze Cofounder Sarah Sitz 1:02:21

1y ago1:02:21

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If you're a CPG or retail brand, you know by default the importance of brand. It's what people buy into as much as the product itself. There's a reason why you choose to pay more for a Nike shirt when you could reasonably buy the same shirt without the logo. Brand is a promise. It's a value system. It's a marker of trust for your community and cust…

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GTM 3-5: How to Make a Community Actually Work with Be The Stage Founder Pablo Gonzalez 1:13:08

1y ago1:13:08

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Everyone wants to have a community. Everyone says they have a community. But just having a Slack or WhatsApp group doesn't actually mean you have community. Community is more about the interactions than the medium. And investing in community means playing the long game. Which is why so many brands don't think it's worth the effort. My friend Pablo …

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GTM 3-4: Becoming a Household Brand Name with Foxtrot CEO Mike LaVitola (Live from Startup Grind Chicago!) 55:25

1y ago55:25

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What does it take to turn an idea for a boutique 7-11 into a tech-driven consumer market, into a national brand that merged with one of the biggest names in grocery? Enjoy this special episode, a replay of my interview with Foxtrot CEO & Cofounder Mike LaVitola live from the Startup Grind Chicago 4th Annual Great Chicago Food Bash in January 2024. …

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GTM 3-3: Building & Investing in AI with Techstars MD Tricia Martinez-Saab (Live from Startup Grind Chicago!) 1:01:15

1y ago1:01:15

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I think we can all agree AI is seemingly everywhere. But what does that actually mean for a startup? Enjoy this special episode, a replay of my interview with Techstars Managing Director Tricia Martinez-Saab live from the Startup Grind Chicago AI Showcase in November 2023. Tricia leads the AI and deep-tech verticals at Techstars and shares her pers…

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GTM3-2: Expanding Your TAM to Increase Revenue with Cardio Diagnostics CEO Meesha Dogan 49:05

1y ago49:05

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The 3-letter acronym every startup obsesses with is TAM. But what is your TAM comprised of, and specifically WHO makes up your TAM? When you go to market, you may think your target is one group, but then find it includes others you weren't previously considering. That was the case for Cardio Diagnostics, who built a solution with a clear end user b…

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GTM3-1: Hacks to Extend Your Runway with Apologue Co-Founder Jordan Tepper (Season Premiere!) 47:27

1+ y ago47:27

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In a down economy, runway is everything. But it should also be everything in a boom economy. Great companies figure out how to spend less, and make more. Jordan Tepper cofounded the cocktail brand Apologue in 2017, and in the 7 years since he's achieved over $1M annual revenue, while raising just $2.5M in that time, and as of this writing still car…

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GTM 2-8: Making The GOAT - Sancerrely Yours, 1:10:50

2y ago1:10:50

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-7: Making The GOAT - I Get A Round 32:41

2y ago32:41

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-6: Making The GOAT - Dry Powder 45:41

2y ago45:41

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-5: Making The GOAT - The NXT 51:45

2y ago51:45

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-4: Making The GOAT - Thankless 38:56

2y ago38:56

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-3: Making The GOAT - I Can Be Anything 35:48

2y ago35:48

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-2: Making The GOAT - Intro (I Do) 48:44

2y ago48:44

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 2-1: Making The GOAT - Album Overview & Why We Did This 36:52

2y ago36:52

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We've officially dropped the first-ever startup hip-hop album, GOAT To Market! Season 2 of The GTM Show is a companion podcast on the making-of, where RajNATION gets interviewed by the album's Creative Director Pablo Gonzalez (founder of Be The Stage), for an exclusive behind-the-scenes listen. GOAT To Market is available now on all streaming platf…

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GTM 1-12: Building A Sales Team From Scratch (Season Finale!) with SamCart GM Olivia Herron 53:29

2y ago53:29

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Trying to hire for sales? Who you bring in first, and subsequently your next few hires after can be the deciding factor on if your company sinks or swims. So what do you look for in a candidate? What do you ask in an interview? How do you prep them and set goals? There's A LOT that can go terribly wrong, or, wonderfully right. Olivia Herron has sto…

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GTM 1-11: Getting 150,000 Customers Via Product-Led Growth with Fireflies.ai CEO Krish Ramineni 42:49

2y ago42:49

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You've probably joined a virtual meeting where a phantom 3rd party named Fireflies also joined. Heck, maybe it was your personal Firefly that joined. You're not alone. In fact, Fireflies.ai has taken notes for over 5 million calls and is now used by over 150,000 organizations. It's no wonder Khosla Ventures led their $19M Series A round. When you h…

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GTM 1-10: Creating Content That Actually Works with Startup Hypeman Pitch Artist Whitney Durmick 56:47

2y ago56:47

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We all know what it feels like to be on the receiving end of really good content. Whether it's a funny meme, an inspiring video, or an insightful whitepaper. Why then, are so many startups *so bad* at CREATING content for their audience? Is it bad source material, bad measurement, or just plain being bad at content? Whitney Durmick spent a half-dec…

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GTM 1-9: How An Angel Investor Thinks (Part 2) with Lofty Ventures' Chris Deutsch 55:13

2y ago55:13

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In part 2 of our powerhouse conversation, Lofty Angels' lead investor Chris Deutsch comes back to the mic to share how involved an angel investor should be in a startup, his framework for making investments, and the importance of more founders becoming angel investors themselves. Note: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes and …

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GTM1-8: How To Become An Angel Investor (Part 1) with Lofty Ventures' Chris Deutsch 52:52

2y ago52:52

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Ever say to yourself, "I want to invest in startups?". Even if you're a founder yourself, maybe you've had that moment of 'when I make it big, I'm gonna start investing in other founders'. Chris Deutsch wants to demystify the process for you. As founder of Lofty Angels, he's invested in over 150 founders, 80+ startups (75% by underrepresented found…

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GTM 1-7: Lessons Scaling from $1M to $10M with WorkRamp CEO Ted Blosser 44:36

2y ago44:36

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Going from zero to 1 is a beast. But what comes after 1? And how do you make sure what you're doing in the zero to 1 phase doesn't just work for the 'right now' but also sets you up for long-term success? Ted Blosser learned that lesson the hard way. After struggling to gather escape velocity and hovering in the low 6-figure MRR for literal years (…

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GTM 1-6: Winning Big Money Pitch Competitions with Cyber Pop-Up Founder Dr. Christine Izuakor 50:28

2y ago50:28

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One of the best feelings as a founder is being so good at pitching your company that people literally throw their money at you on the spot. That's what Christine Izuakor has experienced in her journey pitching Cyber Pop-Up in competitions across America. So much so that in a single year, she amassed over $250,000 in pitch competition winnings. As a…

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GTM 1-5: Achieving a 97% Hiring Acceptance Rate with Regal CEO Alex Levin 52:55

2y ago52:55

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Every successful founder and investor will tell you 10 out of 10 times that TEAM matters more than anything else. As you scale, WHO you hire and HOW you hire them is the difference between 3x growth and falling 6 months behind target. That's why your PROCESS needs to be ironclad. Alex Levin is the Cofounder and CEO of Regal. Since launching in 2020…

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GTM 1-4: How To Get Paid Speaking Gigs with Lavender Head of Community Jen Allen-Knuth 1:01:46

2y ago1:01:46

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Need a revenue boost AND a way to promote your company in a meaningful and impactful way? Try public speaking. Jen Allen-Knuth made $77k from speaking gigs in just THREE months and championed her companies in the process. But this is not some 'get rich quick' strategy. It took time building credibility, finding her niche, saying yes to unpaid gigs,…

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GTM 1-3: Attracting Big-Name Advisors with Cheeze Founder Simon Hudson 44:48

2y ago44:48

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What if you could have one of Apple's pioneering innovators, or the co-founder of Netflix, or Nike, on your Board of Advisors? Simon Hudson, Founder of Cheeze, has Guy Kawasaki, Marc Randolph, and more on his board and cap table. When you essentially have celebrity backing, new doors open up, more media outlets want to promote your startup, and tra…

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GTM 1-2: Driving 100x Revenue Growth via Brand Differentiation with ClickUp CCO Melissa Rosenthal 42:36

2y ago42:36

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Say it with me friends: PRODUCT alone doesn't win! Especially when there's competition, your brand is what will convert prospects into customers into champions, and advocates. There is perhaps no better example of this than the meteoric rise of ClickUp. At its core, ClickUp is a project management software. But their BRAND is someone you'd want to …

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GTM 1-1: Naming Your Products So Customers Want To Buy with Startup Network Europe Founder Adam Fulham 43:29

2y ago43:29

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Want to get Steve Wozniak to come speak at your event? You don't need a million-dollar speaking budget. Instead, you need a name that will create Pull Attention. What goes into your company and product names influences how your target audience will receive you, how you grow, and how you market. Adam Fulham has experienced this firsthand launching S…