239. Do you really need a co-founder? Jan 29, 2025

Do you really need a co-founder? There's intense pressure in the startup world to find co-founders, but the data tells a surprising story.

MIT research shows that solo founders are actually more than twice as likely to succeed compared to teams, while Harvard research reveals that 65% of high-po...

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237. Introduction to crypto for smart beginners Jan 15, 2025

Cryptocurrency is becoming a bigger financial and political force in our world, especially after Donald Trump's return to the White House.

This is why smart people who want to have an impact in the world need to learn about it.

But, learning about crypto is difficult, because the loudest voices...

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232. Why Governments Are Tech's Most Powerful (and Overlooked) Innovators Dec 11, 2024

Think Silicon Valley was built by brilliant founders and venture capital? Think again.

Governments have been the secret force behind every major tech breakthrough - and understanding this could be crucial for your success, whether you are an innovator or an investor.

Economist Mariana Mazzucato...

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230. Starbucks vs LEGO: A Tale of Two Digital Transformations Nov 27, 2024

Why do some companies nail digital transformation while others just waste millions?

In this episode you'll learn from two very different case studies: Starbucks and Lego.

The founder of Starbucks, the company that pioneered mobile ordering, is now saying they went too far with tech. Meanwhile, ...

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229. The $50,000 Mistakes These Founders Almost Made (And How They Avoided Them) Nov 20, 2024

Listen to learn:

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225. How To Get ROI From A Tech Conference Oct 23, 2024

You can get your dream job, your dream client or your ideal investor at a tech event. But, going to a tech conference can also be a spectacular waste of money.

So how do you get the former and avoid the latter? Listen to this episode to find out.

 

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

02:00 Why you...

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223. Product management: from start-up to grown up Oct 09, 2024

If you want to understand how tech companies work from the inside, you need to know what product managers do.

People who master this skillset go on to be successful entrepreneurs, run tech companies and become leading venture capitalists.

Microsoft CEO Satay Nadella used to be a product manager...

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222. Product vs Marketing problems Oct 02, 2024

If you want to make a successful product, or have a great career, what do you need to focus on today?

Listen to this episode to find out.

 

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction 

02:06 Product vs. Marketing Problems

03:00 Job Interview Example

05:11 Experience v Networking

06:41 Retention Metrics...

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221. How Paypal innovates Sep 25, 2024

Do you want to know how one of the world’s largest fintech companies stays on top?

Paypal’s innovation strategy is actually simpler and cheaper than you probably think.

Listen to this episode to learn how this $78 billion dollar business keeps coming up with new ideas, so you can steal their st...

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220. How 5 simple questions can solve your toughest problems Sep 18, 2024

Have you ever wondered why some people find smart innovative solutions to problems, and others stay stuck?

In this episode, you'll learn you a simple technique that innovators use to make new products and solve business challenges.

And you can also use this methodology for any area of your life...

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219. The Hype Cycle: VCs use it, but should they? Sep 11, 2024

How can you tell which innovations will last and what’s just hype? Are we in a generative AI bubble?

There is a methodology called the Hype Cycle that venture capitalists use to answer these questions.

But is this methodology foolproof? Find out in today’s episode.

 

Timestamps

00:00:00: Int...

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218. Why Uber uses Google maps: introduction to APIs (encore) Sep 04, 2024

Every time you see Login with Facebook or Pay with Paypal on an app, you’re seeing a tech tool called an API.

This tool allows companies to make millions of dollars, reach billions of people, and collect valuable data, if you use it strategically.

Listen to this episode to learn what APIs are a...

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