🔥 Welcome to the Lavahot Entrepreneur Podcast - Business, Marketing, and Personal Development, Fueled by the 'Feed the Wolf' Mindset! 🔥 This standout podcast is your go-to guide for climbing the ladder of success in business, marketing, and personal development. Hosted by Joseph Connell, founder of Lavahot, a premier creative marketing agency in the USA, our show is laser-focused on equipping business owners, entrepreneurs, and sales professionals to continually "Feed the Wolf" and ascend to ...
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Joseph Connell Podcasts
The Gentleman‘s Journal brings you exclusive interviews with the world‘s most interesting tastemakers, entrepreneurs and raconteurs. Hosted by Joseph Bullmore.
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In conversation with Daisy Knatchbull, Editor of Kultura
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40:17In this special episode of the Gentleman's Journal Podcast we sit down with Daisy Knatchbull and Harry Jarman to discuss the launch of Kultura — a new magazine about pioneering women redefining success on their own terms. The entrepreneurs talk about how the venture first came about; the struggle of coming up with a name; why Lauren Hutton, at the …
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Tom Gearing, CEO and Co-Founder of Cult Wines
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1:05:24The co-founder of the wine investment giant talks earliest wine memories, investment-grade riesling, and the enduring power of Burgundy.By Gentleman’s Journal
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Among a slew of high-profile luxury e-commerce casualties, Mytheresa has enjoyed remarkable and sustained success — a trajectory that has been masterminded, in no small part, by the company's affable CEO, Michael Kliger. Now, Kliger has spearheaded the formation of LuxExperience — a new group that includes Mytheresa, Net-A-Porter, Mr Porter, Yoox, …
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GJ LIVE: A guide to alternative investments
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1:05:15This talk will serve as a comprehensive guide to alternative investments, offering insights into diverse asset classes beyond traditional stocks and bonds, empowering investors to explore opportunities in areas like real estate, wine, watches, art and cars. Joe Twyman (Classic Car Investment), Tom Gearing (CEO of Cult Wines) and Chris Youé (PHILLIP…
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GJ LIVE: Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar
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36:32Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, reflects on mobility’s evolving scope, the geopolitics of car making in 2025, and what consumers really want out of the cars they drive today.By Gentleman’s Journal
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GJ LIVE: Jon Connell, Founder of The Week and The Knowledge
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1:04:55Jon Connell, Founder of The Week and The Knowledge, navigates the maelstrom of the modern media world — touching on the rise of digital platforms, the voices that actually shape culture, the publications and outlets that will survive and thrive (and those that seem destined to sink), and the changing consumption habits of the modern reader.…
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GJ LIVE: What good hospitality really means
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1:10:13Our panellists will dive deep into what good hospitality looks like in 2025, exploring common trends, frequent pitfalls, and the businesses and industry leaders renowned for getting it right. Jesse Burgess (Presenter and Co-Founder of TOPJAW LTD), Santiago (Lastra Chef and co-owner of KOL) and Sandia Chang (Co-Founder at Bubbledogs and Kitchen Tabl…
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Welcome Back to the Lavahot Podcast | with special guest Carnie Fryfogle of CR3 American Exteriors
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42:34Carney Freyfogle, CEO of CR3 American Exteriors, returns to the Lava Hot Podcast with a powerful story of transformation and growth. Since his last appearance, CR3 has evolved from a fledgling franchisor with six locations to a thriving enterprise with 15-16 active locations across 14 states, earning recognition as #65 on Entrepreneur's list of top…
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As the influential Freuds Group turns 40, its founder and chairman Matthew Freud gives a rare interview on his life and career as a public relations guru.By Gentleman’s Journal
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GJ LIVE: Building a luxury brand from scratch, with Nick English and Luca Faloni
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58:48In a live panel discussion, two of the leading voices in modern luxury discuss origin stories, the importance of names, why you should open your first shop as soon as possible — and where they think luxury will go next. Nick English (co-founder of Bremont; executive chairman of Moke) Luca Faloni (founder of Luca Faloni)…
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GJ LIVE: Start-up investment and how to get it
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53:23In the first of our special series of live panel conversations, three seasoned VCs share invaluable insights into securing funding, navigating the investment landscape — and the start-ups they passed over that they wish they hadn't... Dinika Mahtani (partner at Cherry Ventures)Harry Destecroix (co-founder of SCVC)Harry Stebbings (founder of 20VC)…
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The legendary editor's new memoir, 'When the Going Was Good', is a delicious dispatch from the golden age of magazines — and a guidebook to the good life, even now.By Gentleman’s Journal
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“Play hard, forgive quickly, and apologise when you’re wrong,” says the Mercedes Formula One boss on the eve of a poignant new season.By Gentleman’s Journal
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We sit down with Dom Hamdy, the London-based restaurateur who oversees Crispin, Bar Crispin and Bistro Freddie.By Gentleman’s Journal
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Is this the end of the chunky sports watch? Justin Hast's predictions for 2024
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35:01Justin Hast is a watch collector and Gentleman's Journal's Watch Editor-at-Large. Today, he sits down with Harry Jarman to talk trends for 2024, the problem with watch boxes, and the time he let a priceless Louis Vuitton timepiece go for next to nothing.By Gentleman’s Journal
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Cruising the savannah with Sir Jim Ratcliffe
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46:27Motoring Editor-at-Large Rory Smith talks us through his interview with Ineos's Sir Jim Ratcliffe — including the unlikely pub origins of the Grenadier car; his surprising shyness; and the Manchester United takeover. Plus! The most exciting new car launches of the year.By Gentleman’s Journal
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Aligning Products with Passion, with Special Guest Shaheen Mazloom
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35:57Ever wonder how a teenage sales enthusiast can evolve into a successful entrepreneur? That's the transformation Shaheen Mazloom of Versa Business Systems shares with us, detailing his early days of garage sales to becoming a standout at Verizon, eventually leading to his own business venture. Shaheen's tale is more than just a story of ambition; it…
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Building a brand through Podcasting with DJ KP
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40:33Discover the transformative power of podcasting with DJ KP, whose metamorphosis from local DJ to podcast host unveils the secret ingredient to amplifying your career. In our candid conversation, Kevin Palmer, aka DJ KP, takes us through his enthralling journey and the pivotal role his show 'Studio 2 with DJ KP' played in elevating his visibility. U…
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Harry and Joe turn the pages on the new American(ish) Issue of Gentleman's Journal — including tangents on the good life down in Miami; reasons why the 1994 Volvo Estate is the apex of modern culture; booze-less lunches with the creators of Industry; and Rolf Sachs's endless oomph.By Gentleman’s Journal
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Real Estate Success One Flip at a Time with Barry Zeigler
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1:21:05In this scorching episode of the Lavahot Podcast, we're diving deep into the world of real estate with a true industry titan, Barry Zeigler. Join us as we uncover the secrets to his remarkable journey from a realtor to a successful real estate investor. Barry's company, ZCorp Property Consultants, LLC, has been blazing a trail since its start in 20…
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Mastering Growth: Unlocking the Secrets to Scaling Home Service Businesses with Mike Claudio
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43:52Unlock the secrets to scaling your home service company with the expertise of Mike Claudio from WinRate Consulting and ProfitPanda. This episode is a goldmine of strategies for anyone looking to bridge the gap between marketing and growth. We'll explore Mike's guerrilla marketing roots and how they've shaped his advisory prowess, helping businesses…
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Breaking Bad Financial Habits with Debt Free Dad Brad Nelson
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33:54Have you ever stopped to think about what your money habits are and how they impact your debt situation? Well, we have someone who has not only thought about it but has also journeyed from debt to financial freedom and is now guiding others on the same path. Join us as we share an enlightening conversation with the financial coach and host of the D…
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Navigating the Rapids of Entrepreneurship with Nathan Bourne: Growth, Adaptation and Core Values
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1:21:05Imagine navigating the rapids of entrepreneurship with the founder of the successful company, MyCore. That's what we're doing with my old friend Nathan Bourne, who's back on the Lavahot Podcast after a thrilling five-year journey. His insights on tripling their client base and revenue and overcoming hurdles like cash flow issues and overstaffing ar…
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In The Spotlight with Special Guest, Luke Schlabach: The Power Of A Brand And Being Omnipresent
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36:16In this episode of the Lavahot Podcast, join your host, Joseph Connell, as he welcomes a special guest who's making waves in the world of personal development and podcasting: Luke Schlabach. Luke is no stranger to the world of self-improvement, having served as a 10x coach alongside Grant Cardone. Luke is the mastermind behind "The Dating Files Pod…
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Building an Empire: Business and Real Estate Success Stories with Entrepreneurs Mike and Bo
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37:34Step into the world of entrepreneurs Mike and Bo, two best friends who have successfully built an empire of 32 businesses and 120 commercial real estate properties across multiple states. This episode will guide you through their journey, from the highs and lows to the secrets behind their success. This riveting dialogue is packed with unforgettabl…
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Michael Murray is the CEO of Frasers Group, which owns some of Britain's best known retail brands — including House of Fraser, Sports Direct, Flannels, Jack Wills, and Gieves & Hawkes. Appointed to the role in May last year at the age of just 33, Michael has overseen an impressive leap in fortunes for the company, at a time when the high street see…
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Scaling Your Business and Dominating your Expertise with Carnie Fryfogle
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50:11Welcome to the Lavahot Podcast with your host, Joseph Connell Jr. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship, mindset, and goal-setting as we explore the inspiring journey of Carnie, a fourth-generation contractor turned successful franchise owner. Get ready to learn how to scale your business and tap into your full potential …
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”Hollywood used to be so much fun...” Charles Finch: film producer, businessman, and party host extraordinaire
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1:00:10When young men, starting out in life, their eyes wide and dreams un-crushed, say they wish to ‘work in the movies’ (whatever that means), it is because they hope one day to have an office like Charles Finch. They don’t make them like this any more — the office or the career. It is a serious room. A study in the proper sense. An accidental curation.…
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Turning Trials into Triumph with Albert Shakhnazarov
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44:24Join us on the Lavahot Podcast as we dive into the captivating story of Albert Shakhnazarov, an immigrant turned extraordinary entrepreneur. From arriving in the United States with no language skills or connections to becoming the Founder and CEO of Axe Elite, Albert's journey is one of resilience, determination, and unmatched success. Tune in to d…
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Maximizing Health and Performance with Justin Roethlingshoefer
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43:45Join host Joseph Connell Jr. on the Lavahot Podcast as he sits down with Justin Roethlingshoefer, a renowned performance coach who takes a holistic approach to health and performance. Discover Justin's core philosophy of integrating physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health to achieve optimal performance. Learn how he revolutionized player …
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Lead, Sell, SAAS. A Story of Hustle and Grit: With Tech Investor and Entrepreneur Ryan Shank
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35:51Join host Joseph Connell Jr. on the Lavahot Podcast as he sits down with Ryan Shank, founder and CEO of Cameo Ventures and current founder of ShareWillow, to discuss building successful startups, investment strategies, and valuable lessons learned. Ryan shares his insights on how he learned to add value to companies, drawing from his experience as …
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People sometimes describe Tom Straker s a “TikTok chef” or an “Instagram chef,” and yes, it’s true that he has millions and millions and millions of followers on Instagram and TikTok, and that he’s known across the globe for his mesmeric butter-making videos, among many other things. But Tom’s also the real deal — a chef who trained at the Ledbury,…
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Roadmap to Business Growth with Tomas Keenan
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45:23In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Tomas Keenan. An accomplished business coach and the founder of Step It Up Academy. Tomas shares his experience co-founding a GPS Tracking and Dashboard Camera installation company to growing to a 7-figure business before transitioning to coaching other successful business owners and entreprene…
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Strategies for Financial Freedom with Michael Lehrhaupt
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32:51Welcome to today's episode. We have a special guest with us today, Michael Lehrhaupt , who is a leader in the financial and retirement planning field. Michael and his wife Laura have helped their clients protect close to $200 million of client assets by using their No Market Risk Strategy, which focuses on participating in market gains without mark…
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Exploring the World of Web3: Insights from Blockchain Business Consultant Jacob Mendez
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41:23Welcome to the Lavahot Podcast, hosted by Joseph Connell. In this episode, Joseph invites blockchain business consultant Jacob Mendez, to discuss Web3 technology. Joseph admits his limited knowledge on the subject and turns to Jacob, who has been involved in the Web3 space since his time working for Parler, now renamed Parliament Technology. He sha…
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“For a long time I didn’t know my shadow…” — Reggie Yates, director, documentary-maker and presenter
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59:55It's remarkable to think that Reggie Yates is only 39 years old. In a career spanning more than three decades, Reggie has been a presenter, actor, radio host, screenwriter, director, and documentary filmmaker — but also a sort of spiritual older brother to the nation; a friendly, dependable, permanent resident on our screens. Today, in a wonderfull…
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Carlos Salguero a Mission to Reach $1 Billion in Assets through multifamily real estate.
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42:12In this podcast, we dive deep into the life and business success of Carlos Salguero, a renowned world-class businessman, entrepreneur, real estate investor, and mentor. Carlos has an impressive track record of success, having moved from 0 to 1,000 units in just 12 months and increasing the value of one of his properties by $7,000,000 in only six mo…
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Improving Business Productivity and Growth with Daniel Strohli
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41:16In this episode, we speak with Daniel, a strategic performance advisor owner of Elite Performance Company, He has helped numerous business owners improve their productivity, sales, and growth plan. With years of experience in the industry, Daniel has a unique approach to business growth that involves implementing innovative, customized, and strateg…
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Unlocking Your Inner Gifts : A Journey to Holistic Living with Karen Lousie
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30:26Welcome to this episode of Unlocking Your Inner Gifts: A Journey to Holistic Living with Karen Louise. In this episode, Karen tells how her life took a sudden turn three and a half years ago when the universe showed her that she was living a misaligned life. She had to make many huge changes, which leads us to the present. Karen now helps to empowe…
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From $500 to 8-Figures : The Story of Marian Esanu Personal Branding Strategist and Entrepreneur
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52:11In this episode of the Lavahot Podcast host Joseph Connell interviews a special guest Marian Esanu. Who arrived in the US in 2012 with just $500 and his wife Cosmina by his side. Although he encountered numerous obstacles, he remained dedicated and persevered, ultimately becoming a highly respected and trusted entrepreneur in the online space. He s…
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How to Scale Your Business Everyday with Cristian Voinea
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43:40Today's guest on the show is Cristian Voinea. He is an expert in topics crucial for local to mid-size companies or businesses, such as time management, sales, and scaling. Joe is passionate about helping local to mid-size companies balance their work-life and business aspects, and Cristian's expertise perfectly aligns with this goal. They will disc…
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All-things Project 10K & Synduit | Interview with Jared Yellin
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28:38Have you ever considered that you have the next big tech idea? Our guest today is on a mission to build, scale, and sell 10,000 tech companies in the next decade through his company and Project 10K. He has partnered with top names in digital marketing and the influencer industry. Jared Yellin is the founder of Synduit, a virtual marketing departmen…
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Libertas GPS App | Interview with Neal Robert Anderson
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34:52I love having guests on my show who are either in the marketing space or have something that applies to marketing, and today he’s excited to talk to Neal Robert Anderson, who is a husband, father, tech founder, micro cottage community developer, and bestselling author, coming to us from Raleigh, North Carolina. Neal has a unique app that is about t…
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10th Anniversary Special! Harry Jarman, founder of Gentleman’s Journal
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51:37To celebrate Gentleman's Journal turning 10 at the end of last year, we thought we'd invite, Harry Jarman, founder of Gentleman’s Journal, to sit down in the hot seat. Harry takes us on the meandering, rollercoaster journey the publication has been on from a small bedroom start up (and one that everyone said would fail) to an established and hugely…
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”Winning is addictive — but I hope not to experience a year like 2021 again anytime soon...” Christian Horner, Red Bull Formula One team boss
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43:01This is the last episode of the podcast for 2023. But fear not — we’re going out with a bang. Or a roar. Or whatever the noise is that Formula One cars make. Because our guest on today’s show is Christian Horner, the Team Principal at Red Bull and one of the sport’s most compelling ambassadors. Christian has petrol in his veins. He was a talented d…
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Become an Effective Business Leader: Interview with Dani Apgar
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26:38I connected to today’s guest in one way, shape, or form through my wife, who stumbled across her through the 10x community. I'm really glad that we brought her on to the show for the listeners to learn some of the things I've been able to learn from her. Dani Apgar has a diverse background in digital sales and has worked with companies helping them…
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Leveraging TikTok to Grow Your Business: Interview with Brad Ball
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47:06On the surface, TikTok is more of a platform for amusing lip-sync videos than it is for showcasing goods and services. On the other hand, there is a ton of opportunity for startups and small companies to use TikTok to connect with their audience uniquely and entertainingly. Over 90% of firms spend yearly on social media marketing, particularly digi…
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”He said: ’I’ve seen a lot of ideas — but this has got to be the worst...’” How Tim Brown built Allbirds into a multi-billion dollar giant
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47:56Tim Brown sometimes talks about how much he used to dread dinner parties — and especially that moment when the conversation would turn to him and what he was up to for work. The truth was, Tim wasn’t entirely sure. A former professional football player in New Zealand who went to the 2010 World Cup, by his early thirties Tim had retired and embarked…
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Let’s Talk Everything Networking: Interview with Jonathan Gehrig
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36:54“Networking is a relationship-building game. And if you're in business or a professional who's looking to move up, you are in the business of networking, you're in the business of people and so networking has to be a part of our DNA.” Experts concur that those with the greatest connections are frequently the most successful. Investing in your perso…
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Restaurant critic Giles Coren on Twitter beef, the problem with triple cooked chips, and advice to young writers
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1:01:37Our guest on today’s show is Giles Coren, the Times restaurant critic and columnist. We recorded with Giles for an hour, but it felt almost like we got two hours of content — and often at times, listening back to the recording, I was convinced I had my player going at double speed, such is the pace of Giles speech and mind. So, in a wide-ranging, h…
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