The original podcast for bootstrapped and mostly bootstrapped startups, this show follow the stories of founders as they start, acquire, and grow SaaS companies. Hear when they fail, struggle, succeed, and take you with them through the tumultuous life of a SaaS founder. If you like Mixergy, This Week in Startups, or SaaStr, you’ll enjoy Startup for the Rest of Us.
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Everyone has a second story, some people have a few. It’s the story we create after we’ve had that moment in our lives that move us in a different direction. For some people, its personal, they lose a loved one, or they find one. For others, it is professional, they chase a dream, or they miss out on one. Its what we do after that often defines the direction our life will go. Are you going to rest on your laurels? Or push even harder. Are you going to sit and stew, or stand up and fight? Are ...
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How do you grow like a VC-backed SAAS company without taking on investors? What are the secrets that SAAS CEOs have that the rest of us don't? Do you want to create a lifestyle business, a performance business, or an empire? How do you scale to an exit without losing your freedom? Join the host Ryan Staley every Monday and Wednesday for conversations with the brightest and best SAAS Founders, CEOs, and Entrepreneurs to crack the code on repeatable revenue growth, leadership, lifestyle freedo ...
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Navigating pharmaceutical launch excellence through strategy, technology and career stories. (And sharing fun moments too!)
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All Things Private Practice Podcast TM is where we dive deep into the gritty, unfiltered world of being a mental entrepreneur, mental health professional, and a private practice therapist. Join us as we explore the emotional roller coaster of small business ownership, tackling the raw and unapologetic aspects that often go unspoken. In each episode, we fearlessly dissect self-doubt, resilience, impostor syndrome, and paralyzing perfectionism. This podcast normalizes fear and failure and help ...
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This is Learning Machine. A podcast about digital marketing, content, strategy, startups, and business. If you like Mixergy, Entrepreneur on Fire, Tropical MBA, Rocketship.fm, SaaStr, Tim Ferriss show, or Startups for the Rest of Us, you will love Content and Coffee.
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This is the business cast, the podcast for business owners and entrepreneurs, powered by the DMZ. The DMZ is a world leading accelerator for tech startups in Canada. We help startups build great businesses by connecting them with customers, capital, experts and a community of entrepreneurs and influencers. For us, this means creating an environment where you can focus on scaling your business. We help with the rest.
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Made for "full stack" cloud operators, Cloud Radio covers all aspects of the business of software. Our target audience: SaaS investors that listen to SaaStr, The SaaS Podcast, SaaS Revolution, or Startups For The Rest Of Us and still want to learn even more.
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Every 2 weeks, Conor Gilsenan hosts a conversation with creators, researchers, founders, and advocates who are working to improve the usability of security and privacy technologies. Guests share what they are currently working on, how they got to where they are today, who they are trying to help, and what keeps them motivated to overcome challenges along the way. The goal is for the rest of us to learn from their experiences and go on to promote usable security and privacy within our own pro ...
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The Longcut breaks down the illusion of the overnight success by sharing the stories of those who have successfully created, launched, and grown software businesses to solve a problem. In the fiercely competitive world of SaaS, Ryan introduces you to the brilliant minds behind the businesses we admire. You’ll hear perils and pitfalls, stories of staggering success, candid conversations, and what drives these owners, entrepreneurs, and innovators forward. Key themes we’ll explore include prod ...
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In the hustle bustle of a fast-paced world, we often forget to take a pause to DeTox ourselves from the daily noise and chaos that continuously burdens up, a pause to Relax, Rejuvenate and Revive. In a world as competitive as ours, we feel as if we cannot afford to pause for a moment, as we tend to lose time. However, what if that small pause could double productivity for the rest of the day, that is what detoxing is all about. Join us as we talk to renowned global-leaders about their DeTox ...
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Welcome To Those Who Dare, where we amplify the voices of military veterans who consistently step outside their comfort zone, and go above and beyond society's expectations. If you’re a military veteran and want to learn about the innovation ecosystem and how to participate in it as an investor, employee, or entrepreneur, then you’ve come to the right place. This series is brought to you by the team at AIN Ventures, a seed-stage venture fund founded by Service Academy graduates. Subscribe to ...
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Matt Quinn has been on a mission to be a 10x better founder by meeting incredible founders who have gone before him to get an answer to the question: How did you get your first 1000....? Your first 1000 customers, sign ups, fans, users, clicks, dollars invested. I've learned 2 things: (1) No 2 companies are the same (2) What got them here, won't get you there But the stories are fascinating. They're stories of luck and grit and learning and they need to be shared. And this is how first 1000 ...
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In an increasingly digital world that we live in, building secure software is important for us all. Just as personal safety and security are fundamental needs, we at the Purple Book Community believe digital security is a fundamental need as well. Welcome to The Purple Book Podcast. This podcast is part of the Purple Book Community, a community of some of the world’s leading security leaders. Our vision is to build a purpose driven, trusted, and safe community that equips people with the exp ...
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Episode 738 | Encouraging Word of Mouth, Educating a Market, and More Listener Questions (A Rob Solo Adventure)
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In episode 738, join Rob Walling for a solo adventure as he answers listener questions. He explores how to target larger, enterprise deals after achieving product-market fit, and why word of mouth marketing can be great, yet is tricky to control. Rob also answers a later-stage question and cautions against trying to educate the market as a bootstra…
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In this episode, I spoke with Sara Stanizai, a remarkable speaker, coach, licensed therapist, and the founder of Prospect Therapy, a queer- and trans-affirming practice, that serves first-generation American and immigrant communities, about identity work, group practice challenges, and the journey of personal and professional growth 3 key takeaways…
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Featuring Kris Rudeegraap, CEO of Sendoso, this conversation dives into the evolution of sales development, focusing on how Sendoso has leveraged AI and automation to enhance outbound sales efficiency and effectiveness. Kris shares valuable insights on tracking SDR activities, automating repetitive tasks, and utilizing intent data to prioritize hig…
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In this conversation, Roman Arutyunov and Ryan Staley delve into the intersection of technology and business, discussing how innovative tools can enhance product-market fit and drive entrepreneurial success. They explore the nuances of leveraging technology effectively to meet market demands and the critical role of aligning products with customer …
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Episode 162: Become a TEDx Speaker: Tips for Powerful Public Speaking [featuring Michael Ashford]
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In this episode, Patrick Casale and Michael Ashford, Director of Marketing at The Receptionist, a podcaster, a two-time TEDx speaker, and a speaking coach, discuss the journey of becoming a paid public speaker, the highs and lows of pursuing TEDx talks, and the importance of authentic storytelling. Here are 3 key takeaways: Take Action Despite Fear…
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In this episode of The Scale Up Show, host Ryan Staley interviews Roman Arutyunov, co-founder and SVP of products at Xage. They discuss Roman's journey in cybersecurity, the founding of Xage to protect critical infrastructure, and the importance of creating a delightful user experience in product development. Roman shares insights on entrepreneursh…
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In episode 737, Rob Walling is joined by Derrick Reimer to recap the experience from MicroConf Europe 2024 in Dubrovnik. They discuss the differences between MicroConf US and MicroConf Europe, some small programming tweaks over the years, and they revisit the highlights from the talks at this event. If you missed the event and had some MicroConf FO…
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Corey and Josh sit down to discuss whether or not modern men are living through a friendship recession. Follow us at: LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/secondstorypodcast Insta: https://www.instagram.com/secondstorypod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@second.story.podc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093169098270 Follow Josh Cybulski…
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In this conversation, Ryan Staley and Greg Galant discuss the integration of AI in public relations, the evolution of podcasting, and the opportunities that AI presents for innovation in business. Greg shares his experiences from starting a podcast in 2005 to leveraging AI tools in his company, Muckrack. They explore personal and team use cases of …
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Episode 161: Navigating ADHD Entrepreneurship with Clarity and Purpose [featuring Corey Wilks)
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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Corey Wilks, a licensed clinical psychologist and executive coach, about aligning life achievements with personal values and some of the unique challenges neurodivergent entrepreneurs face, particularly those with ADHD. 3 Key Takeaways: Align with Your Core Values: Corey emphasizes the importance of ensuring your …
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In this conversation, Ryan Staley interviews Greg Gallant, Co-founder and CEO of Muckrack, discussing the company's innovative approach to public relations through AI integration. They explore Muckrack's growth journey, its business model, and how PR professionals can leverage the platform to enhance their media coverage and relationships with jour…
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Episode 736 | Founder Regrets, DIY vs. Hiring, Defining your ICP, and More Later Stage Listener Questions
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In episode 736, join Rob Walling as he answers some later-stage listener questions in another solo adventure. He discusses common pitfalls in delegation, transitioning from one-time transactions to SaaS models, and when it makes sense to target multiple ICPs. Rob also warns about the limited impact that social media marketing can have on growing yo…
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In this episode, I break down the growing frustration with AI-generated content. However, ONLY if it is the wrong kind. Here is my logic on why a simple video went viral to over 700,000 people and had AI leaders from the biggest companies in the world reaching out to me. Authenticity: People crave realness. The video was genuine, not just another A…
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Episode 160: Overcoming Financial Obstacles in Private Practice [featuring Michael Fulwiler]
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In this episode, I talk with Michael Fulwiler, Director of Brand at Heard, about the financial challenges therapists face in private practice and how to overcome them. Here are 3 key takeaways: Understanding Insurance's Impact: Insurance companies keep therapists in the dark about reimbursement rates, leading to financial uncertainty and an average…
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Advanced Voice AI is Changing the Game. It’s not just talk... It's revolutionizing interactions. I tested with the custom instructions of Marc Benioff to understand the future of Salesforce's Agents.由Ryan Staley
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In episode 735, join Rob Walling for a solo adventure where he categorizes the different levels of SaaS platform risk. He introduces a framework with three key factors: Replacement, Customer Concentration, and Lead Flow. Rob then defines eight levels of risk according to these factors and other vulnerabilities such as relying on open source – a hot…
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This week Josh and Corey chat with former NHLer, author, burn survivor, and Cognitive Performance Coach Aaron Volpatti. When he was a teenager, Aaron survived a burn accident that left him with second and third-degree burns to over 40% of his body. He lay in a burn unit for months, thinking that the accident had ended his dream of getting a hockey …
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In this episode, Ryan Staley shares his insights from recent experiences at a SaaS startup event in New York and the massive Dreamforce conference in San Francisco. Ryan discusses the challenges faced by tech startups and large enterprises in implementing AI strategies, revealing that many companies lack a systematic approach to AI integration. Rya…
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Episode 159: The Rise of AI-Powered Documentation for Mental Health Clinicians [featuring Erez Druk]
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In this episode, Erez Druk, co-founder of Freed.ai, and I explore the transformative world of AI in clinical documentation and how Freed.ai's technology is redefining the administrative landscape for healthcare professionals. Here are three key takeaways: Reducing Administrative Burden with Freed.ai: Learn how Freed.ai’s HIPAA-compliant AI tool sig…
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In this episode of Pharma Sessions, host Jonathan Kaskey sits down with Steve Cirillo-Thompson, a seasoned Chief of Staff in the pharmaceutical industry, to delve deep into the unique and often misunderstood role of a Chief of Staff. Steve shares his unconventional journey into the medical affairs space, transitioning from political science to cons…
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In this episode, Ryan Staley flips the script and is the one who is being interviewed and engages in a thought-provoking conversation about the challenges and strategies of growing a VC-backed company without external investment. Ryan shares insights from his extensive experience in sales and leadership, discussing common pitfalls that CEOs encount…
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In episode 734, Rob Walling interviews Ian Landsman, founder of HelpSpot, about his 20-year bootstrapper journey. They discuss Ian's transition from on-prem software to SaaS, the challenges and benefits of each, and the early days of building the business. They wrap up by discussing the potential impact of AI on the customer service industry. Topic…
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In this episode, Ryan Staley welcomes Max Votek, a pharmacist turned entrepreneur and co-founder of Customer Times, a leading digital consultancy. They delve into the transformative role of AI in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, discussing how innovations like design memory tools are revolutionizing clinical trials and decision-making …
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Episode 158: International Retreats for Therapists—More Than Just a Vacation [featuring Melissa Wesner]
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In this episode, Melissa Wesner, LCPC, founder of LifeSpring Counseling Services and host of the "Dreaming and Doing" podcast, and I dive into the transformative power of retreats, cultural immersion, and self-care in business strategy. We discuss how stepping out of comfort zones, embracing new cultures, and integrating well-being into our profess…
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