Best Chris Folayan Podcasts (2025)

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You are not pricing your product or service correctly 51:13

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19d ago51:13

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Most people get it wrong when it comes to pricing their product or service. On the show with me I have Etinosa Agbonlahor who is a pricing psychology expert and psychologist and we discuss the right way to price your product or service. HINT!! Looking at your competitors pricing isn't the the right way. For free helpful information to help you with…

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The Real AI Threat to Your Business 28:42

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Optimization Without Wisdom: The Real AI Threat to Your Business Is AI about "evolution, not elimination," or is that just what we want to hear? In the latest episode of the Founderholic Podcast, I have a conversation AI named Maya for a startlingly honest conversation about the future of work. We moved past the sci-fi tropes and tackled the real q…

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Chris Vs Chat GPT 42:15

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I battled ChatGPT in a conversational debate question. There was one clear winner and he or it said "You Won". 👉 The Question: What can founders and CEOs do to increase their valuation prior to meeting investors?😁 The Rule: You can only give one answer at a time and you can not repeat an answer. The last one who gives a unique answer wins. #chatgpt…

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Human Vs AI Round 2 - AI responds to CEO challenges books don't teach 27:35

2M ago27:35

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In this 2nd episode I debate an Ai about various business related questions. How well would and AI answer questions you would not find in a text book and questions about running a business that have a ton of human elements involved in it. If you ever wondered how an AI would run a business this is one episode you want to listen to. This episode als…

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Human Vs AI Round 1 - How will AI Responds to the human elements of business challenges 30:02

2M ago30:02

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Chris Vs Ai Episode 1 - In this episode I talk to the Ai Maya about business and have the most interesting conversation. You can see the differences in the way we both think and approach business. I use my human experience of over 25 years in building global businesses and the Ai uses an infinite wealth of data and theory and logic that will get yo…

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Introduction to Great CEOs Decoded 1:38

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The worlds greatest CEOs, Founders and Leaders have a mindset and can be often characterized by a unique blend of qualities and skills that enable them to inspire, motivate, and drive success within themselves, their teams and organizations. At the core, effective leaders possess a strong vision that guides their actions and decision-making, with a…

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Attitude - Great CEOs Decoded 16:31

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Attitude is the foundation of every successful CEO and Founder on the planet. This episode explores what it takes to become the best Founder and CEO starting with your attitude

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Passion - Great CEOs Decoded 14:52

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Why your passion should be the driver that keeps your company going.

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Innovation - Great CEOs Decoded 16:10

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The 2 questions all great CEOs ask themselves each day to become innovative and stay on top of their game.

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Network - Great CEOs Decoded 15:45

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All the greatest CEOs have used their network to build their companies. This episode discusses what it takes and why you should build a great network.

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Knowledge - Great CEOs Decoded 13:26

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How great CEOs use knowledge to ensure they always stay on top of their game.

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Humility - Great CEOs Decoded 15:55

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How great CEOs use Humility to win over customers, and workers.

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Understanding - Great CEOs Decoded 15:44

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How top CEOs globally use understanding both their customers and employees/staff/consultants to succeed

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Generosity - Great CEOs Decoded 17:42

3M ago17:42

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Why Generosity is one of the most powerful and self fulfilling things a founder/CEO/ Executive can do for their business and themselves.

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Go Get God 53:36

5M ago53:36

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What happens to your business when you put God first? We explore this and much more on this episode.

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Dealing with Doubt while building a business 5:43

6M ago5:43

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Join host Chris Folayan as he discusses how founders and entrepreneurs can deal with doubts they have while building a business. Is it healthy? How can you overcome doubt? and many other questions are answered.

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How To Stand Out In A Crowd 50:46

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Madeline McQueen talks to host Chris Folayan about how to stand out in a crowd while being your authentic self. With strategies and life lessons. To contact Madeline McQueen please visit https://www.madelinemcqueen.com/

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How can I create a strong brand identity that stands out in a crowded market? 10:12

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Learn how to easily and quickly differentiate your business in a crowded market.

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How do I overcome self-doubt and stay motivated during tough times? 10:13

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Chris Folayan talks about how to overcome self-doubt and trips you can use to rapidly get the voices in your head to calm down based on your experiences.

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How do successful entrepreneurs manage stress? 11:07

7M ago11:07

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How do successful entrepreneurs manage stress and avoid burnout? We discuss several methods founders can use to reduce stress and build successful companies.

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The Best Virtual Pitch Deck 39:31

7M ago39:31

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Chris Folayan is joined by guest Alex Poor to discuss what you need to do to improve your pitch deck when presenting virtually.

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Your Winning Virtual Persona 34:32

7M ago34:32

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How to Present Yourself Online and Set Up the Best Virtual Pitch Environment with guest Alex Poor

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How do I build a team that shares my vision and values? 9:10

7M ago9:10

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Learn how to build a successful startup team with similar values, mission and visions as the founder.

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How do I scale my business without losing quality or control? 9:13

7M ago9:13

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Chris Folayan talks about different strategies you can use to grow your company to prevent the loss of to much equity during an investment.

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Why isn't my business growing as fast as I expected? 10:49

8M ago10:49

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Chris Folayan discusses what tactics founders can take to improve growth and common mistakes and misconceptions founders make when starting up a company.

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What are the biggest mistakes first-time entrepreneurs make? 8:21

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What are the biggest mistakes first-time entrepreneurs make, and how can I avoid them? We discuss the top mistakes and how to avoid them. #mistakes #business #startup #founder

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How can validate my business idea before investing time and money? 12:50

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We discuss what steps you can take to ensure you are starting the right business and have the right time and money to ensure it succeeds.

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Why are investors rejecting my pitch? 19:22

8M ago19:22

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We discuss the top reasons why investors do not respond to your cold pitch deck emails, and what you can do to improve your chances.

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Why are so many investors saying NO to me? 20:25

9M ago20:25

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Have you ever wondered what makes an entrepreneur truly stand out to investors? 💡Funding is not just about having a great idea investors look for specific traits that separate fundable founders from the rest. After years of investing in startups and building businesses, I’ve identified 8 key qualities that investors actively seek:🔥 Attitude – The r…

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What’s the One Thing You Wish You Knew Before Starting Your Business? 11:31

9M ago11:31

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What’s the One Thing You Wish You Knew Before Starting Your Business? Great question There are so many so I will not limit this to one, but if I had to pick a few game-changers, here’s what I’d tell my past self:🎯 Set Clear Goals – Goals aren’t just milestones; they’re fuel. Having clear, motivating goals will keep you pushing forward when challeng…

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How do I secure funding for my startup without giving up too much equity? 11:23

9M ago11:23

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How do I secure funding for my startup without giving up too much equity? Learn 5 things you can do to reduce the amount of equity you give away to investors.

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How can busy parents raise successfully kids? 52:40

9M ago52:40

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Work is hard, life is hard, raising kids is super hard. So how can you become a founder and entrepreneur and build a great company and raise kids successfully. Well it's been done millions of times. So it's possible. My guest Ligia Chacon reveals what it takes for busy parents, leaders, founders and entrepreneurs to raise successful kids. You need …

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5 Questions Parents Should Ask Kids Daily 12:02

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Listen as I break down the top 5 questions that all parents should ask their kids daily to help their kids become the best leaders, entrepreneurs, founders, and adults possible. All the questions promote leadership, humility, generosity, curiosity and improve attitude. #parenting #family #leadership #parents…

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5 Types of People Successful Entrepreneurs Keep Around 14:02

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In my latest article, Chris Folayan breaks down the 5 key types of people every entrepreneur needs to thrive: 1️⃣ Visionaries and Role Models – They inspire you to dream big and aim higher. 2️⃣ Mentors and Advisors – Your personal board of directors, guiding you with wisdom and experience. 3️⃣ Partners and Team Members – Co-creators who share your …

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How To Improve Your Body Language In Business Meetings 27:05

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When it comes to pitching ideas, or investors, non-verbal communication can make or break your message, often saying more than words ever could. Many entrepreneurs know the basics, like eye contact and confident posture, but there's a wealth of powerful body language strategies backed by science that go unnoticed. Here’s a list of advanced techniqu…

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Ignorance grows successful businesses 11:51

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Welcome to the Founderholic podcast! I’m Chris Folayan, and today we’re diving into a concept that may surprise you—why ignorance is key to growing a successful business. We’ve all heard the saying, “the customer is always right,” and by now, you’ve probably realized that’s not always the case. But here’s the twist: the business isn’t always right …

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Navigating the Path to Startup Success 44:59

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Entrepreneur, CEO, advisor and mentor Lou Schillaci discusses what it takes to build a successful startup with host and serial entrepreneur Chris Folayan. Get a deeper frank perspective on what it takes to build a successful business. #Consulting #BusinessStrategy #Training #Development #Management #entrepreneur #startup #leadership…

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Raising founders starts now with your kids 48:22

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Parents, how are schools teaching our kids to think like and understand entrepreneurship? What role can parents play to helping their child find their "Brilliance" while still maintaining a fun loving childhood. ⁠Katherine Carlsson the founder of GL-schools.org and teachershero.world joins Chris Folayan (host) on a discussion that will make you thi…

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Navigating Business: Past, Present & Future 46:17

1+ y ago46:17

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Dylan Piatti shares insights from his extensive entrepreneurial journey, highlighting often overlooked elements crucial for business growth. Drawing from his diverse experiences, he discusses strategies for building a business with minimal financial resources and emphasizes the lessons learned over the years in managing customers, scaling operation…

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How much is my startup worth? 15:40

1+ y ago15:40

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Ever wonder how much your startup or business is worth? What is the most accurate and easiest way to assess your startup's value, understand investor perceptions of your pitch deck, and enhance your valuation through simple adjustments. This podcast episode will answer all those questions and much more. #Consulting #BusinessStrategy #Training #Deve…

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The Power of Inexperienced Founders 21:01

1+ y ago21:01

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In the entrepreneurial world, both inexperience and experience offer unique advantages. Novice entrepreneurs often bring fresh perspectives that can lead to disruptive innovations similar to the ones above and even companies have built one which created the first cross-border ecommerce economy in Africa. The lack of preconceived notions allows inex…

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The Perfect Pitch Story 16:05

1+ y ago16:05

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How to develop, build and deliver a unique and perfect pitch story that will grab the attention of investors, partners, and customers. ⁠www.Founderholic.com⁠ / ⁠ www.FounderCentered.com⁠ / ⁠www.ReadySetCEO.Fun⁠ /⁠www.ChrisFolayan.com⁠ #Consulting #BusinessStrategy #Training #Development #Management #entrepreneur #startup #leadership…

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How to grab an investors attention 51:24

1+ y ago51:24

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Join host Chris Folayan and guest Sid Mofya as they explore and break down the best ways to get an investors attention. Entrepreneurs, listen up! Securing funding is a critical hurdle, and with so many businesses vying for investor attention, it's crucial to stand out from the pack. Randomly sending emails to potential investors is almost guarantee…

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How to build a winning team 56:19

1+ y ago56:19

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Learn the art of cultivating top talent for your startup as Sarah FitzMorris joins host Chris Folayan in an insightful discussion. Sarah has over two decades of executive hiring expertise from Executives in Africa, on this episode she shares invaluable insights on crafting a winning team culture, reputation and structure. Tune in to discover her ex…

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11 things no one told me before starting a business 17:40

1+ y ago17:40

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A deep and personal conversation on the 11 things I wish someone told me before I started my first company. A most listen to episode for entrepreneurs and founders.

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Don't start a business with an idea 17:15

1+ y ago17:15

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While having a unique and innovative business idea is crucial, starting a business solely based on an idea will not always lead to success. Instead, building a business around something you're truly passionate about can provide a solid foundation for long-term growth and fulfillment. Passion drives dedication, resilience, and creativity, which are …

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Why do 80% of startups fail? 47:06

1+ y ago47:06

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Ever wonder why 80% of startups fail? This episode is for you! We're joined by serial entrepreneur Pat LaPointe, now Founder/MD of Frontier Angels. Pat dives deep into why startups fail and the effect on the community. He'll also crack the code on what angel investors truly look for – beyond just an idea and your passion. Get insights to building a…

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Tricks used by CEOs to deliver great speeches 16:50

1+ y ago16:50

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Tricks used by CEOs to deliver great speeches Crafting a persuasive impactful messages is all about connecting with your audience. In this episode I talk about C - Credibility / I - Informative / A - Assurance (C.I.A). A concept I have developed to help founders create the best speeches based on researching attributes from some of the worlds best C…

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Questions Founders Forget To Ask Investors 22:12

1+ y ago22:12

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Attention founders! Struggling with investor conflict or not knowing if you have found the right investor? You're not alone. Over half of founders face issues with their investors, from disagreements on vision to straight-up personality clashes. But here's the good news: This doesn't have to be you. Think of choosing an investor like dating. The ri…

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How to become successful - Chris Folayan 34:14

1+ y ago34:14

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Explore the intriguing realm of success in our latest podcast episode. Delve into the uncharted territory of acquiring success, as we dissect essential principles, mindsets, and concepts pivotal to your journey. Success isn't the result of making money. Money is the result of success. Join Chris Folayan in this enriching masterclass episode, where …