Jay Acunzo is a keynote speaker and storytelling coach to business storytellers & experts, helping them compete on the impact of their ideas, not the volume of their marketing.

In this episode, Jay unpacks the reality behind his transition from working at brands like Google, HubSpot, and NextView to going solo. He explains why he didn’t “make the leap,” how he replaced hustle with systems, and how an offhand compliment from a stranger helped him realize the value of his voice. Jay also shares what it means to build a platform of impact, how to tell stories that stick without shouting, and why he believes the best ideas aren’t always the newest—they’re the ones people actually remember.

(00:00) Intro

(00:46) The “final boss” of podcast guests

(03:39) From Google to solopreneur

(04:29) Building a platform of impact

(30:37) The frustration of PR pitches

(31:12) Crafting a unique contact form

(32:51) The reality of public speaking

(35:21) The end of Creator Kitchen

(42:38) The “final boss” of podcast guests (reprise)

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