Best Entrepreneurstories Podcasts (2025)

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Scott Porter of San Diablo Churros on Entrepreneurship, Startup Lessons & Resilience 48:16

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3d ago48:16

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Scott Porter, CEO of San Diablo Artisan Churros, to dive into the inspiring highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. From co-founding Surf Air, the innovative all-you-can-fly membership airline, to creating unforgettable churro experiences, Scott shares how risk-taking, innovatio…

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Scaling eCommerce Success with Sabir Semerkant: Strategies for the Future of Online Retail 1:00:51

3M ago1:00:51

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Join Blaine Bertsch in this insightful episode of Turning Point with Sabir Semerkant, a leading eCommerce strategist and growth expert, as they dive deep into the future of online retail. Sabir shares proven methods for scaling eCommerce businesses, leveraging AI-powered automation, and optimizing customer journeys to maximize conversions and long-…

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Boost Sales Conversions and Business Growth with Kirstin Carey 50:55

3M ago50:55

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch is joined by entrepreneur Kirstin Carey to unpack her dynamic journey across marketing, public speaking, the restaurant industry, and the wellness space. From launching successful gluten-free restaurants to building a transformative wellness program designed to reverse autoimmune conditions, Kirstin …

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Startup Stress, Burnout, and Resilience with Eli Portnoy of BackEngine 47:55

3M ago47:55

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with serial entrepreneur Eli Portnoy to explore the untold realities of startup life. From launching his first venture in college to scaling companies like Sense360 and now BackEngine, Eli shares the highs, lows, and critical lessons every founder needs to hear. He reveals how timing, tract…

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Adam Nathan of Blaze: Startup Funding, AI Marketing Automation & Entrepreneur Mindset 54:07

4M ago54:07

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Adam Nathan, CEO of Blaze, to uncover the mindset, strategies, and lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial path. Drawing from his experiences at Apple and in government administration, Adam shares how structured startup strategies, risk management, and an entrepreneurial mindset helped…

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Ken MacKenzie of Fresh Victor: Scaling Premium Cocktail Mixers & Entrepreneur Insights 56:00

6M ago56:00

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Ken MacKenzie, founder and CEO of Fresh Victor, to explore his entrepreneurial journey from co-founding Republic Tequila to transforming the cocktail mixer market. Ken shares how persistence, vision, and passion fueled his mission to elevate cocktail culture with premium, fresh-ingredi…

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Borja Cuan of Four15 Digital: Scaling Startups, Marketing Insights & Entrepreneur Success 48:05

7M ago48:05

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Borja Cuan, Co-Founder of Four15 Digital, to explore his entrepreneurial journey from selling golf balls as a child to building a thriving digital marketing agency. Borja shares founder insights on mentorship, networking, and the growth strategies that helped him scale his company whil…

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Robert Grazioli of Bread: Entrepreneurship, Product Development & Startup Growth Strategies 56:18

7M ago56:18

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Robert Grazioli, Managing Partner of Bread, a Brooklyn-based digital agency, to explore the realities of entrepreneurship and the challenges founders face when moving from service-based businesses into product development. Robert shares his candid experiences with overcoming imposter s…

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Eric Hui of Terracea: Building an Outdoor Apparel Brand, Kickstarter Success & Entrepreneur Lessons 44:53

7M ago44:53

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Eric Hui, founder of Terracea, to explore his journey from corporate life to launching a premium cold-weather outdoor apparel brand. Eric shares how he identified market gaps in the outdoor industry, navigated the challenges of product development, and leveraged platforms like Kickstar…

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Shena White of Your Pocket CFO: Cash Flow, Profitability & Financial Strategies for Entrepreneurs 44:05

8M ago44:05

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Shena White of Your Pocket CFO to explore her inspiring entrepreneurial journey—from reluctantly starting a business to becoming a trusted advisor in financial management. Shena shares the pivotal moments that shaped her success, highlighting how mastering the difference between cash f…

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Tom Schwab of Interview Valet: Podcast Marketing, Entrepreneur Growth & Business Success 46:28

9M ago46:28

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch sits down with Tom Schwab, founder of Interview Valet, to explore the realities of entrepreneurship and the evolving role of podcasting in business growth. Tom shares his journey of building a company rooted in resilience, adaptability, and the support of community, highlighting how real-world practi…

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Jon Gillham of Originality AI 49:57

10M ago49:57

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In this conversation, Blaine interviews John Gillham, founder of Originality AI, discussing his journey into entrepreneurship, the evolution of content marketing, and the impact of AI on content creation. John shares insights on building a remote workforce, the importance of customer focus, and strategies for small businesses to navigate the challe…

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Mandi Gunsberger of Nourish Travel 49:20

10M ago49:20

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Join host Blaine Bertsch as he sits down with Mandi Gunzberger, a powerhouse entrepreneur with a track record of launching successful ventures like Babyology and Nourish Travel. Mandi dives into her entrepreneurial journey, sharing the early sparks that ignited her passion for business and the valuable lessons learned along the way. They talk about…

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John and Mark Cronin from John’s Crazy Socks 46:22

11M ago46:22

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch interviews John and Mark Cronin, the father-son duo behind John’s Crazy Socks. In 2016, Mark found himself unemployed at 58, while his son John, who has Down syndrome, was facing the "21-Year-Old Cliff," where school support ends and options are limited. After exploring different ideas, John proposed…

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Bradley Hamner of Blueprint OS 49:51

12M ago49:51

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Bradley Hamner, Founder and CEO of Blueprint OS, shares his journey as an entrepreneur and the challenges he faced in scaling his business. He discusses the importance of sales skills, hard work, and the need for systems and processes to achieve growth and work-life balance. The turning point for him was realizing the value of structure and organiz…

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Ilya Kroogman of The Digital Panda 49:01

1y ago49:01

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In this episode of "Turning Point," Blaine Bertsch, CEO of Dryrun, interviews Ilya Kroogman, founder of The Digital Panda, about his entrepreneurial journey and business growth. They discuss the challenges of hiring and the transition to remote work, emphasizing the importance of hiring for culture fit. The conversation dives into the impact of the…

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Mike Begg from AMZ Advisors 44:15

1y ago44:15

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Join us on "Turning Point" as Mike Begg, co-founder and CEO of AMZ Advisors, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of his business. Mike discusses his early experiences, from working at a marina to selling on Amazon and launching his own brand. He explains the changes in the Amazon marketplace and the importance of building a profess…

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Brandon Gano of Whadif 44:02

1y ago44:02

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Join us on "Turning Point" as Brandon Gano, Co-founder of Whadif, shares his entrepreneurial journey. From starting young to focusing on larger, more profitable clients, Brandon discusses the importance of having a clear mission and vision for sustainable growth. He highlights building relationships, leveraging testimonials, and knowing where your …

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Herb Cogliano from Aspire Growth Advisors 46:31

1y ago46:31

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In this episode of Turning Point, Herb Cogliano, Managing Partner at Aspire Growth Advisors, shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights into the employment business. He discusses the early industry days and how his father's company pioneered temporary staffing. Herb emphasizes relationship-building and its evolution in the staffing industry. H…

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Adam Levinter from Scriberbase 45:59

1+ y ago45:59

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Adam Leventer, the visionary behind Scriberbase, unveils the narrative of his entrepreneurial voyage. Diving into the intricacies of launching a consulting venture and navigating the turbulent waters of the couponing industry, Adam talks about the evolution of Scriberbase into a premier authority in subscription commerce on a global scale. Emphasiz…

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Zach Coleman from GymMark 52:03

1+ y ago52:03

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Zach Coleman, the owner of creative agencies GymMark and Creatitive, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the challenges he faced in the creative industry. He discusses the importance of having an entrepreneurial mindset and the influence of his parents' entrepreneurial journey. Zach talks about his transition from the corporate world to starting…

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Sam Jenkins from Punchcard Systems 48:47

1+ y ago48:47

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On this episode of Turning Point, Blaine Bertsch interviews Sam Jenkins, CEO of Punchcard Systems. They cover his entrepreneurial journey, focusing on his shift from web design to creating a healthcare analytics platform and the nuances of team management. The discussion highlights culture fit, the art of hiring effectively, and fostering a remote …

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Matt Howard from Maverick Agency 38:05

1+ y ago38:05

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In this episode, host Blain Bertsch, CEO at Dryrun, is joined by Matt Howard from Maverick Agency in Calgary, a creative agency known for its innovative work. The conversation explores Matt's entrepreneurial journey, starting from his early fascination with technology and creativity to founding Maverick Agency. Matt shares his experiences navigatin…

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Rob Danard from Black Owl Systems 56:15

1+ y ago56:15

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In this episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch welcomes Rob Danard from Black Owl Systems to discuss his story of entrepreneurship and innovation. The episode kicks off with Blaine reminiscing about meeting Rob in Texas during South by Southwest, highlighting the significance of networking in such events. Rob shares his entrepreneurial jou…

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Lior Pozin from AutoDS 38:32

1+ y ago38:32

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In this episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch dives into the innovative world of e-commerce and dropshipping with guest Lior Pozin, CEO and co-founder of AutoDS. Lior shares his story of building AutoDS from its inception as a simple idea to the complexities of managing a global e-commerce platform. Lior shares his entrepreneurial beginni…

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Eric Mayville from Fairgame 58:17

1+ y ago58:17

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In the latest episode of "Turning Point," host Blaine Bertsch chats with Eric Mayville, the Co-Founder and CEO of Fairgame, where they aim to revolutionize the golf tech landscape, concentrating on building community and enhancing the golf experience through cutting-edge technology. This episode dives into Eric's journey, tracing his path back to c…

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Chris Wehbe from Caissa 57:03

1+ y ago57:03

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In this episode of Turning Point, Blaine engages in a conversation with entrepreneur Chris Wehbe from Caissa, an advisory firm that serves small businesses and nonprofits. They discuss Chris’ experiences in managing a business across diverse cultural and regulatory environments. Drawing on his engineering background, Chris shares how it influences …

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Satyam Kantamneni from UXReactor 47:01

2y ago47:01

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This episode of "Turning Point," hosted by Blaine Bertsch, features a deep dive into user experience (UX) design with guest Satyam Kantamneni, Managing Partner & Chief Experience Officer from UX Reactor. The conversation explores the intricacies of UX design, Satyam's entrepreneurial journey, and the significant impact of UX on technology and busin…

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Mike Snyder with RapterUSA 47:18

2y ago47:18

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Join us on a compelling episode of "Turning Point" as we dive into the remarkable story of Mike Snyder, a former Lieutenant Colonel in the Marine Corps reserves, who seamlessly transitioned his military discipline and leadership prowess into the world of business. Discover how Mike's unique blend of experiences shaped his approach to entrepreneursh…

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Chris Caldwell from Caldwell Creative 54:19

2y ago54:19

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After a storied career building success within creative agencies, Chris Caldwell turned to developing a program called "Focus Management" that helps founders optimize their businesses by aligning teams, improving processes, and fostering a collaborative culture. He understands the importance of creating value for customers and going beyond simple m…

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Entrepreneur Obed Maurice from Maxim One 56:07

2y ago56:07

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On this episode of Turning Point, Obed Maurice shares his journey of starting a virtual accounting firm through to an exit and on to his latest venture. Obed realized that traditional accounting practices were often painful for both accountants and clients. He developed a prototype for cloud accounting, accounting automation, and CFO services. He e…

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Dena Patton, Business Coach 52:03

2y ago52:03

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In this podcast, Dena Patton, a successful entrepreneur and business coach, shares her journey of starting a PR and marketing agency in New York City in 1996. She talks about the challenges she faced and how she overcame them, emphasizing the importance of having a CEO self-care plan. Dena reminds us that as entrepreneurs, we often forget about tak…

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Guy Bauer from Umault 48:34

2+ y ago48:34

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In this podcast episode, we dive into the story of Guy Bauer, an entrepreneur who started his own video agency, Umault, during the 2009 recession. Despite facing challenges in his early days, Guy persevered, and his business grew exponentially. Guy's journey is a testament to the power of resilience, hard work, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, …

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Nikole Mackenzie from Momentum Accounting 40:45

2+ y ago40:45

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In this episode of Turning Point, entrepreneur Nicole McKenzie shares her journey to founding Momentum Accounting. After realizing that the traditional accounting model was not for her, she took the leap and found a whole new world of possibilities. Nicole believes in empowering entrepreneurs and helping them achieve their goals. Building long-last…

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Drew English of Charter & Co. 48:33

2+ y ago48:33

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In this episode of Turning Point, Drew English, Founder of Charter and Co. shares his experience of building a successful video production company. Drew talks about his turning point client that gave him the confidence to pursue his passion for video production full time. He explains how he built a team of specialists, but as the company grew, he r…

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Kyle Friedman from Quickly 45:56

2+ y ago45:56

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Co-founder and CEO of Quickly, Kyle Friedman, is no stranger to the challenges of cash flow. A serial entrepreneur, Kyle experienced the effect rapid growth can have on a business. Tied with the ups and downs over the years as an entrepreneur, Kyle decided to turn his attention to helping businesses stay liquid, with Quickly, a service that gets th…

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Eduard Kankanyan from Braind 44:10

2+ y ago44:10

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Co-founder and Creative Director of Braind, Eduard Kankanyan sat down with Blaine to talk about the journey that led him to build a leading agency in Armenia, through to their expansion to the Canadian market. Find out how aiming high and thinking big helped Eduard gain significant media attention, putting Braind on the map, as well as the highs an…

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Steven Adjei from BlueCloud Health 38:03

2+ y ago38:03

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Steven Adjei is no stranger to entrepreneurship. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs in a region built on entrepreneurs, Steven quickly realized that a life in his chosen profession of pharmacy, wasn’t for him. He had much bigger aspirations. Near the end of business school, the idea for BlueCloud Health came into view. Today, they “provide new e…

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Mélanie Villeneuve from Urtica 53:48

3y ago53:48

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Mélanie Villeneuve came from a family of entrepreneurs and credits her parents with the “hustle and desire to serve” that led her to a life as an entrepreneur. Melanie shares a series of happy accidents that took her from Canada, to Singapore and back, with each experience building on another. Her relentless drive and smarts led her to her current …

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Idris Fashan with Hop Skip Media 1:06:40

3y ago1:06:40

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Idris Fashan’s entrepreneurial journey had many twists and turns, with each experience compounding his skill as a marketer. Jumping from business initiatives to a drummer in a travelling band, a stint as a promoter, building a copy-writing business and finally, a wealth of experience putting it all together in marketing. Idris is always on the look…

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Zack Storms & Tim Lynn from Startup TNT 45:51

3y ago45:51

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Startup TNT burst on the scene just three years ago in Edmonton, Alberta with a grassroots, support-local approach to cultivating startup talent in ‘fly over country.’ From a modest start as a Thursday night networking event, to investment summits in multiple cities, TNT is helping investors find top innovators locally. Zack and Tim both cut their …

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Kevin Horek from Llearner 1:07:38

3+ y ago1:07:38

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Discover how Kevin Horek started his entrepreneurial journey as a designer, how he became a radio and podcast host with millions of listeners every month, and how his journey led him to his current role as C0-Founder & Chief Design Officer at Llearner. Don't miss an episode! Subscribe, follow, and like "Turning Point" for actionable insights and le…

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Gregg Oldring from Llearner 1:06:11

3+ y ago1:06:11

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Gregg has a storied career, building numerous tech companies from the earliest days of the web. He experienced wins, losses and exits throughout the years. Today he has taken his vast experience to Llearner, where he and his co-founders are building a social sharing site for life-long learning. Don't miss an episode! Subscribe, follow, and like "Tu…

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Adam Rosen from the Email Outreach Company 47:18

3+ y ago47:18

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Adam dove into entrepreneurship right out of college and built his first company to an acquisition. But it wasn’t as smooth as it sounds. It rarely is. Adam shares the challenges and hard-earned experiences that led to his company today, Email Outreach Company, where he helps businesses that struggle to gain customers and grow. Don't miss an episod…

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Jarod Spiewak from Comet Fuel 44:59

3+ y ago44:59

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To say that Jarod has had a rapid accession as an entrepreneur is an understatement. From graduating High Schools at sixteen, through to a brief college career and marketing roles in the corporate world, Jared dove into entrepreneurship at a young age. After experiencing some of the challenges rapidly growing businesses face, Jared retooled, focuse…

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Derek Hudson at Unconstrained CFO 40:44

3+ y ago40:44

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After starting out as an accountant, Derek had a long and storied career helping businesses thrive. Even though he views business as a complex series of systems, he preaches that it always comes down to people. Today Derek is still helping businesses through Unconstrained CFO. Don't miss an episode! Subscribe, follow, and like "Turning Point" for a…

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Jyotsna Ramachandram with Happy Self Publishing 31:16

3+ y ago31:16

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Shortly after graduating from business school, Jyotsna immersed her self in the world of retail, but a desire to learn and grow drove her to dive into entrepreneurship. After some early success writing and self-publishing books, Jyotsna saw a much larger opportunity and created Happy Self Publishing where they help experts from around the globe cre…

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Monique Allen from the Gardening Continuum 47:09

4y ago47:09

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Monique Allen comes from a family of entrepreneurs. It’s built into her DNA. So when she started working as a landscaper at the age of eighteen, it was no surprise that she had a full-fledged, growing business by the age of twenty-one. Fast forward to today and Monique is an author and owns a thriving business built on the back of her lifelong pass…

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Arjun Rai from HelloWoofy 34:03

4y ago34:03

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Arjun has had a rapid ascension in the business world. From graduating high school at 16, mastering marketing soon after, through to building a successful and rapidly growing business. Discover how Arjun got started, the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, and find out how he’s reached success at such a frantic rate. Don't miss an episode…

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Wally Vogel at SparcPay 47:50

4y ago47:50

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Wally has a long and storied career in payment automation. Having exited from technology business in the mid-2000s. Wally switched his attention to helping businesses better manage payments in the digital realm via his company, SparcPay. Discover how Wally got started, the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial journey, find out how a broken elevator…