Best Jonathan Kersting Podcasts (2025)

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Can You Be a Good Human and a Great Entrepreneur? This Tech Founder Says Yes By Embracing Possibility, Accountability, Championship, Trust 6:11

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If you're building a team, growing a business, or simply trying to lead with more purpose, this episode will shift how you think about culture, leadership, and doing business "the right way"—even when it’s harder. We welcome Alex Reneman, Founder of Mountain Leverage. If you don't know mountain leverage, it makes hands-free technology for warehouse…

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Top Tips for Tech Entrepreneurs to Leverage AI in their Businesses 6:59

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Trying to figure out how integrate the power of AI into your business, but don't know where to start? There's a lot of hype, confusion and fear out there often paralyzing entrepreneurs from taking their first steps. But, in this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks we have insights from Anna Maria Berta and Joseph Giampapa of LindenAI to help you naviga…

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Hiring Right: For Entrepreneurs, The Right Talent Might Just Be Closer Than You Think 5:26

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Hiring can be any company's greatest challenge. We often look everywhere, but right under our own noses to find the right people. One person who knows this well is serial entrepreneur Rob Brown. He's in the process of scaling his third startup DataStrike. If you don't know DataStrike, it is North America's leading provider of 100% onshore data infr…

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Overcoming Success: 3 Key Strategies for Tech Entrepreneurs to Prepare for Growth and Setbacks 6:14

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We all try to be prepared for setbacks, but are you prepared for success? Lifelong tech entrepreneur Mike Vertolli, Founder of ComTec Systems shares critical advice for aspiring business owners. He recently appeared on TechVibe Radio to tell us how he founded his first company in high school and how ComTec helps businesses find savings in their ene…

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Harnessing Data Analytics: Lessons Every Entrepreneur Can Learn from Highmark's Journey 10:11

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Undoubtedly, you've run up against a wall trying to harness your data. Maybe you're contemplating a project or a new business and it requires advanced data analytics, but you don't know where to start. Or maybe you're stuck somewhere in the middle. As luck would have it, we might be able to help you today as 10 Minute Tech Talks brings you an exce…

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From Zombie Startup to Million-Dollar Success: One Tech Entrepreneur's Radical Reinvention 11:01

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Have you ever felt trapped in a business that no longer ignites your passion? In this candid episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, Chris Brisson, founder of SalesMSG, reveals how entrepreneurs can courageously pivot from a stagnant business to a thriving, purpose-driven venture. In this episode, Chris details how to: Recognize when your current business…

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Product Management Unfiltered: How to Navigate the Challenges of Tech Innovation 25:22

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Are you a product manager feeling burnt out, or an entrepreneur struggling to bring your innovative idea to market? In today's competitive business landscape, many professionals feel stuck, unsure how to navigate product development, manage team dynamics, and create value without exhausting themselves. On this special edition of 10 Minute Tech Talk…

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Strong Teams = Strong Companies: How Entrepreneurs Can Find Purpose for Themselves and Their Workers 6:19

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What’s the one thing every successful team has in common? Hint: It’s not just skill or talent—it’s something far deeper that drives motivation and builds culture. As entrepreneurs navigate the post-pandemic world, the challenge of building and maintaining strong, purpose-driven teams has become more critical than ever. Whether you're managing a rem…

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Don't Take the Bait: How Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Phishing and Cyber Scams 7:21

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In today's digital age, cybersecurity has become a crucial aspect for businesses across all industries. As cyber threats evolve, so must our strategies to combat them. In evaluating the entire business ecosystem, it’s essential to identify your organization’s critical functions and potential single points of failure. A comprehensive approach not on…

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Entrepreneur Insights: HumoTech Founder's Top Insights After Celebrating a Decade in Business 7:54

2M ago7:54

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A decade in business is no joke, especially in the world of tech, and it's a milestone that HumoTech founder Josh Caputo and his team are celebrating right now. Over the last 10 years, Pittsburgh-based HumoTech has evolved from making exoskeletons to launching its CapEx system that accelerates the discovery of real world solutions to enhance and a…

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Hiring Quick Tips From a Tech Entrepreneur Growing a Top Recruiting Firm 6:46

2M ago6:46

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In today's competitive job market, finding authentic, skilled professionals is more challenging than ever, with rising concerns about deep fake resumes and uncertain hiring landscapes. Entrepreneurs and business leaders need strategic insights to navigate recruitment effectively. In this episode we bring you hightlights from the Pittsburgh Technolo…

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Chaos Be Damned! Three Key Tips for Entrepreneurs to Build Resilient Teams 7:19

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Are you struggling to keep your team aligned and motivated in today's rapidly changing business landscape? In a world where technology evolves at lightning speed and workplace dynamics are constantly shifting, leaders are desperate for strategies to build resilient, high-performing teams that can navigate uncertainty. Lisa Slayton of Tamim Partners…

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Are Tariff's Freaking You Out? Canada's Consul General Has Insights for Entrepreneurs on US-Canada Trade Relations 8:38

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Are trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada threatening your business's international success? In this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, host Jonathan Kersting from the Pittsburgh Technology Council excerpts key takeaways from his TechVibe interview with Tom Clark, the Consul General of Canada. They discussed the recent tariff disputes between th…

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Tech Entrepreneurs: The One Sentence That Can Rescue You from Workplace Burnout 7:07

3M ago7:07

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Are you drowning in negative energy and feeling like work challenges are crushing your spirit? In this episode, discover a powerful Native American wisdom that can transform how you handle professional setbacks and maintain your inner strength, no matter how tough things get. For this episode, we welcome Audrey Russo, President and CEO, of the Pitt…

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Knock-Offs Kill: A Tech Entrepreneur's Playbook for Protecting Your Genius 12:08

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Are you an entrepreneur watching your hard-earned business profits disappear to online copycats? In today's hyper-competitive digital marketplace, protecting your intellectual property isn't just a legal formality—it's the difference between scaling your business and watching it get stolen from under you. On this episode we welcome back Stanley Fer…

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Two Life Mantras Every Tech Entrepreneur Should Take to Heart 6:01

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What if every person you meet today could be the key to your future success? It is easy to get stuck in the blocking and tackling of growing your business. Learn how genuine human connections and humble persistence can transform your professional journey and business. On this episode, the Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting welcomes …

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AI and Agile: The Secret Weapon for Tech Entrepreneurs in 2025 10:00

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Are you ready to discover why your business might become obsolete if you're not embracing agile methodologies in the AI era? In today's rapidly changing technological landscape, companies are struggling to stay competitive, adapt quickly, and efficiently develop products that meet market demands. We welcome Christopher Ruch of Agile Rising so you c…

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From Remote to Reconnected: A Tech Entrepreneur's Strategy for Team Engagement 6:37

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Are you struggling to rebuild team connection in a post-pandemic workplace? As tech entrepreneurs navigate the complex landscape of returning to office (RTO), this episode reveals critical insights into transforming workplace culture beyond physical location, addressing the emotional and strategic challenges of modern team dynamics. Host Jonathan K…

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Trade Warfare: How One Executive Order Could Reshape Business for Tech Entrepreneurs 12:11

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Are Chinese e-commerce sites about to lose their unfair pricing advantage in the U.S. market? If you're an entrepreneur struggling to compete with ultra-cheap imports from China, this episode reveals a game-changing policy shift that could level the playing field for American businesses. We welcome back our resident tariff and De Minimis Exception …

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Tariff Takedown: How Tech Entrepreneurs Can Survive the Global Trade War 4:29

4M ago4:29

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Are Trump's tariffs about to derail your tech startup's dreams before they even take flight? Tech entrepreneurs face unprecedented challenges with rising import costs, investor uncertainty, and global supply chain disruptions that could make or break your company's future. Host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council tapped his netwo…

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The Trump Executive Order That No One is Talking About: The De Minimis Exception and Tech Entrepreneurs 12:20

4M ago12:20

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Are Chinese e-commerce sites about to lose their unfair pricing advantage in the U.S. market? If you're an entrepreneur struggling to compete with ultra-cheap imports from China, this episode reveals a game-changing policy shift that could level the playing field for American businesses. This episode welcomes Stanley Ference of Ference and Associat…

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Trump Tariffs: How Tech Entrepreneurs Can Survive and Thrive 5:41

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Have tariffs from the Trump administration put your business on the edge? In today's ever-changing market landscape, the introduction of new tariffs poses both a challenge and an opportunity for tech entrepreneurs. If you're feeling the pressure and uncertainty these changes bring, you're not alone. This episode zeroes in on how technology entrepre…

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Hack-Proof Your Startup: Essential Cybersecurity Secrets for Tech Entrepreneurs 9:04

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Are you leaving your startup's digital fortress wide open to cyber threats? In today's rapidly evolving tech landscape, entrepreneurs are unknowingly exposing their businesses to devastating cyber risks that could destroy years of hard work with a single vulnerability. 10 Minute Tech Talks welcomes cybersecurity expert and Founder of Echelon Risk +…

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Three Key Quick Steps Tech Entrepreneurs Need Before Hitting Global Markets 3:46

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Are you exploring going global with your business, but don't the best way to really start? In this super-fast episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, Host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council walks you three three quick steps as you prepare to take your business overseas or across the border. He cites key info from the U.S. Commercial Se…

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Cash or Crash? A Tech Entrepreneur's Guide to Asking for the Right Investment 9:19

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Are you an entrepreneur burning through cash without a clear financial roadmap? Most startup founders struggle to secure the right amount of funding, often sabotaging their own success by either asking for too little or overvaluing their company. This episode reveals the critical strategies for navigating startup financing that can make or break yo…

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If You Build It, They Won't Come! Get the True Path For a Tech Entrepreneur 4:42

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Are you building a product that nobody wants, thinking "if I build it, they will come"? Most entrepreneurs waste years and resources developing solutions that fail to solve real market problems, leading to startup failure! Host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council details a new article from Tech Entrepreneur Chris Allison, who sca…

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AI vs. Invention: What Every Tech Entrepreneur Needs to Know Before Drafting a Patent 11:30

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Are you risking your million-dollar invention by using ChatGPT to draft your patent application? In today's rapidly evolving AI landscape, entrepreneurs and inventors are seeking cost-effective ways to protect their intellectual property, but using public AI tools could unknowingly expose your groundbreaking ideas to potential legal and security ri…

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2025 Tech Readiness: Strategic Takeaways Every Entrepreneur Should Know 4:44

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2025 is proving to be a complex and tricky year for tech entrepreneurs looking to leverage technology trends to boos their ventures. In this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, Jonathan Kersting from the Pittsburgh Technology Council looks at new tech trends to navigate the disruptions xand complexities of 2025. Drawing from PWC's article 'Next in Tec…

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Cash vs. Control: A Tech Entrepreneur's Balancing Act When Looking for Funding 10:00

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Are you risking your startup's future by chasing dollars without understanding the true cost of investor relationships? Many entrepreneurs get excited about securing funding, but few realize that taking the wrong investment can derail their vision, control, and company trajectory. For this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, we welcome Pittsburgh Tech…

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The Power of GEO: How Tech Entrepreneurs Can Boost Online Authority in the AI Era 9:33

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Are you tired of your content getting lost in the AI-driven digital landscape? I: In today's rapidly evolving digital world, understanding how to optimize your content for AI platforms is crucial for staying visible and relevant to your target audience. In this episode, we welcome Patrick Schober, Founder of Poetica Marketing, to detail Generative …

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How President Trump's Trade Policies Could Help Tech Entrepreneurs 9:38

5M ago9:38

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Are foreign sellers secretly undermining your online business and stealing your market share? In today's rapidly changing e-commerce landscape, entrepreneurs face unprecedented challenges from international competitors who can flood the market with cheaper knockoff products, potentially decimating your hard-earned business revenue. In this episode …

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AI and Entrepreneurship: Staying Ahead in a Tech-Driven World 4:36

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Are you a tech entrepreneur struggling to stay competitive in an increasingly automated world? This episode explores how AI is transforming business operations and the key strategies you need to avoid being left behind. Jonathan Kersting from the Pittsburgh Technology Council discusses the importance of AI in business to avoid failure as he highlig…

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Avoid the 85% AI Failure Rate: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Successful AI Implementation 7:49

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Are you an entrepreneur struggling to successfully implement AI in your business? As an entrepreneur, you can't afford to be part of the 85% of AI projects that fail to deploy. This episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks welcome Bill Elm, Founder of Resilient Cognitive Solutions (RCS) in Pittsburgh, to provide crucial insights on how to avoid common pitfa…

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Authenticity in Entrepreneurship: Finding Your True North Begets Success 7:58

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In this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council delves into how tech companies can avoid failure, focusing on the importance of self-awareness in entrepreneurship. Special guest Jennifer Honig, founder of Techstra Solutions, shares her journey of discovering her authentic self and leveraging that…

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Chatbot Optimization: The New SEO Revolution Every Entrepreneur Should Pay Attention To! 4:07

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Is chatbot optimization ready to become the new search engine optimization? In this episode of '10 Minute Tech Talks,' Jonathan Kersting from the Pittsburgh Technology Council discusses how tech entrepreneurs can avoid failure by diving into chatbot optimization. He highlights Dave Nelsen, a seasoned Pittsburgh entrepreneur and tech innovator, who …

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Lights, Camera, Profit: The Tech Entrepreneur's Guide to Powerful Video Marketing 10:51

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Are you an entrepreneur struggling to create effective video content that doesn't diminish your brand? As a business owner, you know the power of video marketing, but creating high-quality, engaging videos can be a challenge. This episode welcomes Christopher Evans of PMI Digital to provide practical advice to help you overcome common video product…

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3 Key Steps Every Tech Entrepreneur Should Take to Leverage AI for Business Success 4:00

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Are you leveraging AI as a strategic asset, or are you falling behind in the race for innovation? AI is reshaping business models and operations, but many tech entrepreneurs struggle to integrate it effectively. If you want to scale faster, boost productivity, and stay ahead of the competition, understanding AI’s role in your core strategy is criti…

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Lessons From a Tech Entrepreneur Who Scaled His Venture to a $2 Billion Market Cap 9:23

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What is the one piece of advice a successful tech entrepreneur would give to founders struggling to grow their startups? As an aspiring entrepreneur, you're likely facing challenges in building your business and connecting with customers. Hearing from an experienced tech founder like Chris Allison who scaled Tollgrade Communications to a $2 billion…

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Yes, They're Trying to Hack You: Top Cyber Tips for Tech Entrepreneurs 3:50

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In this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, Jonathan Kersting from the Pittsburgh Technology Council discusses the critical ways tech entrepreneurs can avoid cyber failures. He highlights the increasing sophistication and frequency of cyber-attacks, referencing Comcast Business Security's latest threat report which observes a dramatic rise in phishing…

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Embrace Your Inner Girl Boss: Finding Success in the Tech World 8:19

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Are you ready to unlock the power of being a 'Girl Boss' in the tech industry? Discover how embracing your identity can be your greatest asset, not a barrier, in a male-dominated field. Learn to leverage your unique strengths, build a supportive team, and create a legacy of mentoring future leaders. Explore these game-changing insights with Techstr…

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Tech Entrepreneurs' Guide to Thriving in the Trump 2.0 Landscape 4:25

6M ago4:25

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Are you a tech entrepreneur struggling to scale your venture and avoid the pitfalls of failure? In this episode, you'll discover key strategies to navigate the evolving tech landscape under the "Trump 2.0" era, including managing AI regulation, adapting to global trade impacts, and leveraging market openings for your brand. Host Jonathan Kersting d…

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Tech Entrepreneurs Beware: The Valuation Traps You Must Avoid 10:15

6M ago10:15

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Are you an entrepreneur struggling to determine the right valuation for your startup? This episode has the insights you need. As a founder, properly valuing your company is crucial for securing investment, managing growth, and achieving your goals. But it's a complex challenge with many pitfalls. In this episode, we welcome Pittsburgh Technology Co…

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Top Tech Trends at CES 2025 Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know 5:04

6M ago5:04

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Are you a tech entrepreneur looking to stay competitive in the rapidly evolving market? In this episode, you'll discover the key tech trends and innovations from CES 2025 that can help you future-proof your business and gain a competitive edge. Host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council was on the ground at the world's largest tech…

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Tech Entrepreneurs Listen Up! Discover the AI Insight That Could Unlock Your Next Big Break 8:56

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Are you struggling to navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape and ensure your business is leveraging this technology responsibly? As an entrepreneur or business leader, it's critical to understand the importance of trust and verification when implementing AI solutions. Failing to do so can lead to disastrous consequences for your organization. W…

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Mastering Synthetic Reality: Key Trends Every Tech Entrepreneur Should Know 3:32

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Are you an entrepreneur looking for the newest tech trends to scale your business? Discover the transformative power of synthetic reality and how it can unlock new avenues for learning, training, and customer engagement. As a tech entrepreneur, you're constantly seeking innovative ways to grow your business and stay ahead of the curve. This episode…

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Entrepreneurial Edge: Top Tips to Build a Productive Team and Thrive 9:32

7M ago9:32

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Are you struggling to build a high-performing team for your business? As an entrepreneur or business leader, you know that assembling the right team is crucial for success. This episode dives deep into the proven framework for developing cohesive, productive teams. We welcome Jennifer Honig, founder of Techstra Solutions, to discuss: The three esse…

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Strategic AI: Essential Tech Insights for Future-Proofing Your Company 4:21

7M ago4:21

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Are you a tech entrepreneur struggling to avoid the pitfalls that cause tech companies to fail? As a tech entrepreneur, you're constantly navigating the challenges of building a successful business. This episode, host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council explores crucial insights from PwC's 2025 AI Business Predictions that can he…

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Are These 5 Entrepreneurial Mistakes Holding Your Tech Startup Back? 10:51

7M ago10:51

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Are you an entrepreneur struggling to avoid the common pitfalls that trip up so many startups? As a founder, you know the path to building a successful business is full of challenges. Avoiding critical missteps can mean the difference between thriving and failing. In this episode, you'll discover: How to validate your market and ensure you're solvi…

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How Summoning Professional Courage Got Apple CEO Tim Cook's Attention 9:07

8M ago9:07

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Have you ever considered reaching out to someone influential in your field but felt too intimidated to make the move? For many entrepreneurs and business owners, the fear of reaching high can often deter potential opportunities that might drastically change their business landscape. This episode dives into the thrilling story of an Digital Fix Foun…

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Think Tech Entrepreneurship Is Easy? Here’s the Reality From a Seasoned Founder 5:25

8M ago5:25

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What does it really take to be an tech entrepreneur, and how do you balance ambition with preparation for the tough road ahead? This episode explores the wisdom of Mike Vertolli, founder of ComTec Systems, who shares insights from decades of entrepreneurial experience. From making metrics-based decisions to understanding the sacrifices required, he…