Best Less alone in your entrepreneurial journey Podcasts (2025)

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SUS Learnings: Reframing My Perspective With Six Hypotheses 45:00

5d ago45:00

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Keywords insurance, climate change, homeowners, deductibles, parametric insurance, reinsurance, catastrophic events, market trends, insurance challenges, insurance solutions Summary In this episode of the Venture Step Podcast, Dalton Anderson discusses the growing challenges in the insurance industry, particularly in catastrophic-prone areas. He pr…

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Scaling with Purpose: Leading Digital Growth with Empathy and Precision 27:45

5d ago27:45

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Send us a text In this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Kavita Kerwar sits down with Fiona Rose to explore what it takes to lead with clarity and conviction in a scaling business. Fiona reflects on her cross-sector leadership experience, shares how purpose anchors decision-making, and explains why experimentation, diversity, and account…

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Wilson Zehr: Reinventing Direct Mail in the Digital Age 50:00

10d ago50:00

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Wilson Zehr, founder of Zairmail, joins The Shades of Entrepreneurship to share how direct mail is evolving in the digital age. From launching hybrid mail solutions to creating Speedy, a tool for one-to-one mailing, Wilson explains how automation and audience targeting make direct mail more effective than ever. He breaks down the benefits of first-…

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You’re allowed to want to live more than you work 9:38

12d ago9:38

9:38

A short and sweet solo episode from Jen today to encourage you to run your business in a way that truly works best for you and some gentle ways you can tap into support from Jen in your business this month too. Get the Design Your Part Time Business Model Toolkit sent to your inbox for free Submit your Q for the office hour - deadline is Wednesday …

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The Imperfect Echo: AI Voice Cloning and Its Current Limits 44:48

12d ago44:48

44:48

Keywords AI, podcasting, OpenAI, image generation, authenticity, technology, social media, verification, entrepreneurship, trends Summary In this episode of the Venture Step podcast, host Dalton Anderson explores the rapid evolution of AI technology, particularly in the realm of podcasting and content creation. He discusses the implications of AI-g…

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Empowering Entrepreneurs: Leveraging Open Source Software for Business Growth 30:21

18d ago30:21

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Unlock the secrets to entrepreneurial success with host Gabriel Flores on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ by understanding the role of open source software in empowering businesses. Hear how David Young build Federated Computer's suite of tools is transforming the way entrepreneurs build and customize their infrastructure for optimal performance. S…

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Callousing the Mind: Unpacking David Goggins' "Can't Hurt Me" 44:32

19d ago44:32

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Keywords David Goggins, mental resilience, overcoming limits, accountability mirror, cookie jar, 40% rule, ultramarathon, personal growth, discipline, entrepreneurship Summary In this episode of the Vichess Step Podcast, Dalton Anderson discusses David Goggins' book 'You Can't Hurt Me,' exploring themes of overcoming mental limits, resilience, and …

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Designing for Impact: Leadership, Capability Uplift & Scaling Experience Teams 41:07

20d ago41:07

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Send us a text In this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Chris Davies sits down with Amir Ansari to explore what it takes to build resilient design practices that scale. Through stories, frameworks, and some personal philosophy, Amir talks about aligning with executive stakeholders, balancing design literacy with capability uplift, and a…

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Unlocking Entrepreneurial Success: The Penji Journey with Johnathan Grzybowski 50:10

25d ago50:10

50:10

Join host Gabriel Flores on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ in this exclusive interview as Johnathan Grzybowski reveals the key strategies behind Penji's creative subscription service, revolutionizing graphic design, web development, and marketing. Gain invaluable insights into solving real, large problems, fostering clear communication, and naviga…

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Google Keeps Shipping: Canvas, Gemini 2.0 Flash Experimental 26:48

26d ago26:48

26:48

Keywords Google AI, image generation, Canvas, entrepreneurship, technology trends, AI tools, marketing, product design, storytelling, digital content Summary In this episode of the Venture Step podcast, Dalton Anderson discusses recent advancements in Google AI, particularly focusing on native image generation and the new Canvas feature for documen…

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Crafting a Solid IP Strategy: Key Steps for Entrepreneurs 43:56

1M ago43:56

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Discover the key steps entrepreneurs should take to develop a robust intellectual property (IP) strategy on The Shades of Entrepreneurship™ featuring Jeff Holman, CEO of Intellectual Strategies. Explore the significance of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets in protecting your brand assets and innovations. Learn how to avoid common I…

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From CEO to Enabler: The Leadership Philosophy Behind Empowering Others 44:32

1M ago44:32

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Send us a text In this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Kavita Kerwar sits down with Roby Sharon-Zipser, Co-Founder and CEO of hipages Group, to explore how leadership evolves as a business scales—from garage startup to ASX-listed tech company. Roby unpacks what it takes to move from being a hands-on founder to an enabler of innovation,…

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Unlocking Potential: Mentoring the Next Generation of Leaders and Innovators 44:43

1M ago44:43

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Send us a text In this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Chris Davies sits down with Alex Young to explore the transformative role of mentorship in leadership and career development. As a mentor, industry fellow, and innovation leader, Alex shares insights on fostering meaningful mentor-mentee relationships, the importance of self-awaren…

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Leading with Creativity: Driving Innovation in High-Pressure Environments 48:55

1M ago48:55

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Send us a text In this episode of the Tech Trajectory, host Chris Davis sits down with Pete Cohen to explore the often-overlooked role of creativity in leadership. With a unique perspective bridging multiple disciplines, Pete shares insights on fostering innovation, balancing structure with creative freedom, and making room for unconventional ideas…

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Welcome to the Tech Trajectory Podcast 1:19

1M ago1:19

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Send us a text The world of tech is evolving at lightning speed, and behind every innovation is a human story worth telling. The Tech Trajectory Podcast brings you raw, honest conversations with the founders, leaders and pioneers who aren’t just navigating change, they’re driving it. From bold ideas to hard-won lessons, we go beyond the buzzwords t…

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From Yacht Racing to High-Tech Drones: The Carbonix Story with Founder Dario Valenza 52:08

1M ago52:08

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On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Dario Valenza, founder of Carbonix, to explore his journey from America’s Cup yacht racing to developing cutting-edge long-range drones. Dario shares how he applied his expertise in aerodynamics and composite structures to create fixed-wing VTOL drones designed fo…

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SUS Learnings: Is NYC Cracked? 43:47

1M ago43:47

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Keywords entrepreneurship, New York City, Washington D.C., startup, wellness, networking, reinsurance, personal growth, experiences, business Summary In this episode of the Venture Step Podcast, Dalton Anderson shares his experiences and insights from his recent travels to New York City and Washington D.C. He discusses the importance of identifying…

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Blending Business and Investing: The Entrepreneurial Edge with Maxwell Nee of ScoreApp 39:48

2M ago39:48

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On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Maxwell Nee, an entrepreneur-turned-investor, to discuss his journey from corporate banking to building and scaling businesses. Maxwell shares insights into the entrepreneurial vs. investor mindset, his experience launching ventures in Singapore’s sustainable indu…

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You're Not Special, But Your Impact Can Be: Valkyrie Holmes and Faura AI 41:49

2M ago41:49

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Keywords Valkyrie Holmes, Faura AI, entrepreneurship, wildfire management, climate change, insurance, startup, resilience, data science, property risk, insuretech Summary In this episode, Dalton Anderson interviews Valkyrie Holmes, a young entrepreneur focused on wildfire management and climate resilience. Valkyrie discusses her journey from workin…

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#256. PEERS x Oova: In conversation with Dr Amy Divaraniya for International Women’s Day 2025 50:00

2M ago50:00

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This International Women’s Day 2025, Michelle sits down with Dr. Amy Divaraniya, the brains behind Oova, to unravel her entrepreneurial journey and discuss the future of women's health. Amy’s story begins in Princeton, New Jersey, and unfolds into a narrative of innovation, determination, and resilience as she overcomes traditional expectations to …

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Scaling Success with Virtual Assistant with Founder of Virtual Assistant Academy Molly Rose Speed 33:52

2M ago33:52

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On this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Molly Rose Speed, Founder of Virtual Assistant Academy, to discuss the power of outsourcing and how virtual assistants can transform the way entrepreneurs run their businesses. Molly Rose shares her journey from corporate life to building a business that trains to…

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SUS Learnings: Analyzing Potential Ideas 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Keywords entrepreneurship, parametric insurance, startup school, blockchain, smart contracts, insurance technology, event cancellation, supply chain disruption, insurance innovation, Y Combinator Summary In this episode, Dalton Anderson discusses his insights from the Startup School by Y Combinator, focusing on parametric insurance and its potentia…

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Kris Jones: Crafting Story-Driven Websites 35:31

2M ago35:31

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In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, Gabriel sits down with Kris Jones, author of From Click to Clients and owner of Red Door Designs, to explore the transformative power of storytelling in marketing. Kris shares how a compelling brand story can help businesses connect with their audience and convert visitors into loyal clients, even …

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The Rise of Grok: Rapid AI Development and the Future of Thinking 47:21

2M ago47:21

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Keywords AI, entrepreneurship, Grok, XAI, app development, technology trends, automation, machine learning, software development, innovation Summary In this episode of the VentureStep podcast, Dalton Anderson explores the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for app development. He discusses the capabilities of Grok, an AI tool developed b…

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Fear, Failure & Freedom: Lessons from Building a Tech Business with Daniel Dirks 45:34

2M ago45:34

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Send us a text 🚀 In this episode of After the Set, Daniel Dirks, founder of Quentn, shares his entrepreneurial journey—from internet marketing and software development to building and scaling a company. 🎙️ We dive into: ✅ Overcoming fear—how starting a podcast helped Daniel break past his comfort zone ✅ The power of storytelling and why every entre…

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From DEI to Belonging: Don Berger’s Mission to Redefine Workplace Culture 45:35

2M ago45:35

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In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Don Berger to explore the transformative power of belonging in the workplace. Don shares his personal journey—from being adopted and moving from Israel to the U.S., to founding a successful event planning software company. He discusses how his experiences inspired…

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SUS Learnings: The Counterintuitive Truths About Startups Ideas & Founders 43:12

2M ago43:12

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Keywords entrepreneurship, startup school, Y Combinator, founder traits, startup myths, idea generation, FANG companies, resilience, motivation, business evaluation Summary In this episode of Venture Step Podcast, Dalton Anderson shares his insights from the Y Combinator Startup School, emphasizing the importance of resilience, motivation, and the …

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Resilience in Business: Aaron Rokstad’s Power Industry Legacy and Overcoming Adversity 42:39

2M ago42:39

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In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores interviews Aaron Rokstad, third-generation entrepreneur in the power industry and founder of Rokstad Power. Aaron shares his journey from growing up in a family-owned utility business to launching Rokstad Power in 2008. He discusses the evolving challenges of the power line indu…

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The Rise of DeepSeek: A New Contender 44:00

3M ago44:00

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Keywords DeepSeek, AI models, R1 model, NVIDIA, machine learning, computational efficiency, recruitment, innovation, open source, industry trends Summary In this episode of the VentureStep podcast, Dalton Anderson discusses the emergence of DeepSeek's R1 model, which has made waves in the AI community by competing with established giants like OpenA…

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How can I believe that the business I desire is possible for me? 40:57

3M ago40:57

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In today’s episode we dive into a letter all about how to build and grow your business at a slower and gentler pace and actually believe that it’s possible for you too when you’ve been taught that hustling and burning yourself out is the best path to reaching your goals. Would you love some encouragement and support in your business? Submit your le…

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Jeff Greenfield on Redefining Marketing Metrics in a Privacy-First World 38:10

3M ago38:10

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In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with Jeff Greenfield, CEO of Provalytics, to discuss the evolution of marketing in the digital age. Jeff shares how marketers must adapt to the rise of social media and shifting consumer behavior by moving beyond traditional media strategies. He challenges the industry…

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My VR Journey: Exploring the Metaverse and Beyond 36:53

3M ago36:53

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Keywords MetaQuest 3, Virtual Reality, Mixed Reality, VR applications, technology review, gaming, healthcare, rehabilitation, learning skills, entertainment Summary In this episode, Dalton Anderson discusses his experiences with the MetaQuest 3, exploring the differences between virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR). He shares insights on the…

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The Apostle of Business: Eric Thomas on Influence, Impact & Success 52:34

3M ago52:34

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Send us a text In this electrifying episode of After the Set, host Gabriel Vangelatos sits down with the one and only Eric Thomas, the Apostle of Business & Influence, to discuss the power of mindset, mentorship, and resilience in entrepreneurship. From being homeless to world-renowned speaker, Eric shares his journey of accidental entrepreneurship…

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From Boozy Cupcakes to $20M VC Fund: Lisa Song Sutton on Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, and Saying No to Distractions 44:03

3M ago44:03

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Lisa Song Sutton is a serial entrepreneur proving success isn’t just about building businesses, but making an impact. In this episode of Pursue Vegas, we sit down with the former attorney (and Miss Nevada) who left a six-figure career to bootstrap Sin City Cupcakes, bringing boozy desserts to Las Vegas with the belief that business should be fun an…

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10 business rules & norms that you have permission to opt-out of 32:48

3M ago32:48

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Jen here today to share the audio of a recent coaching session from inside her group program all about the rules & norms we have permission to opt-out of in our business. If you feel overwhelmed by all of the noise and ‘should dos’ and are craving doing business in a way that feels sustainable, joyful, and aligned for you - this episode is for you.…

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Big Swings & Fearlessness: Adam Pener's Entrepreneurial Journey 47:52

3M ago47:52

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In this episode of The Shades of Entrepreneurship, host Gabriel Flores sits down with 5x Founder Adam Pener, owner of Portland-based venture studio AP Works, to discuss how Adam evaluates risk, why the Founder's vision is key in investment decisions, and the importance of family and mental health for entrepreneurs. Adam shares his journey from nati…

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California Wildfires: A Deep Dive into the Crisis with Tom Mercer 1:04:44

3M ago1:04:44

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Keywords California wildfires, insurance market, regulation, Fair Plan, risk assessment, reinsurance, climate change, technology, commercial insurance, wildfire mitigation Summary In this episode of the Venture Step podcast, Dalton Anderson and guest Tom Mercer discuss the ongoing California wildfires, the complexities of the insurance market, and …

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Claudia Scott's Secret to Empowering Underserved Entrepreneurs 38:17

3M ago38:17

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Discover Claudia Scott's secret to empowering underserved entrepreneurs on The Shades of Entrepreneurship Podcast. Learn from Claudia Scott of Startup Junkies as she shares valuable insights and strategies for success in the entrepreneurial world. Support the show Subscribe at theshadesofe.comBy Gabriel Flores

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