Episodes

Nov. 2, 2023

Pre-Seed Funding

Join Matt DeCoursey and Ryan Janssen, CEO and founder of Zenlytic, as they talk about pre-seed funding. Explore key tips and preparations for founders venturing into their pre-seed funding journey. Matt and Ryan also touch up...

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Nov. 1, 2023

Funding Business Dreams

Join Lauren Conaway and Shaundra Jacobs, Community Engagement Officer of DreamSpring for a discussion on how Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) pave the way for marginalized communities to build their busine...

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Oct. 31, 2023

Finding Your Niche Market

Join Andrew Morgans and Lucas James, Co-Founder & CEO of Twiz, as they explore the art of discovering your niche market and pivoting your business strategy at every phase. Gain valuable insights into the process of reinventin...

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Oct. 30, 2023

Fueling Fan Engagement

Join Matt Watson and Ross Fruin, Co-Founder & CEO of GridRival, as they talk about fueling fan engagement. Discover how GridRival, fantasy sports leagues, and sports betting are revolutionizing the fan experience. Gain insigh...

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Oct. 26, 2023

Winning with Honest Feedback

Join Matt DeCoursey and John Li, Co-founder of PickFu, for a compelling conversation about winning with competitive analysis. Tune in to gain valuable insights from Matt and John on the significance of acquiring pertinent and...

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Oct. 25, 2023

Textured Hair, Crowdfunding and Beauty Tech Innovation

Join Lauren Conaway and Stephanie LaFlora, CEO & co-founder of Crownhunt, as they talk about textured hair, crowdfunding, and the cutting-edge innovations sweeping through the beauty tech industry. Together, they unpack the u...

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Oct. 24, 2023

The Startup Santa

Join Andrew Morgans and Brad Pedersen, Founder and Chairman of Lomi, as they uncover the transformative insights detailed in Pedersen's book, The Startup Santa. Explore stories of resilience, being fired, bankruptcy, and the ...

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Oct. 23, 2023

AI-Driven Self-Improvement

Join Matt Watson and Kris Gunciarz, Co-founder and CEO of Innential, as they talk about AI-driven self-improvement. Listen to Kris and Matt discuss the never-ending challenges of training and upskilling hundreds of employees....

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Oct. 19, 2023

Building Your Empire: Brand, Network, Income

Join Matt DeCoursey and Alysia Silberg, CEO of Street Global VC, for an engaging discussion on constructing your empire through brand, network, and income. Tune in as Matt and Alysia explore the concept of being unemployable,...

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Oct. 18, 2023

Detroit Top Startups

In this episode of Startup Hustle, Matt and Lauren introduce Detroit's Top Startups. Tune in to discover the innovative ventures spearheading change across various industries, from digital security to construction and beyond....

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Oct. 17, 2023

Simplifying Your Company's Message

Join Andrew Morgans and Kelley Thornton, Founder & CEO of Tiege, as they talk about simplifying your company's message. Andrew and Kelley dissect the vital role sales plays in any business's journey to success. They also expl...

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Oct. 16, 2023

AI's Ethical Challenge

Join Matt Watson and Saul Leal, Founder and CEO of OneMeta, for a discussion about AI's ethical challenges. Listen to Matt and Saul’s fascinating talk about inclusivity through language understanding and translation. Uncover ...

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Oct. 12, 2023

Shifting Your Company's Culture

Join Matt DeCoursey and Dan Michelson, Founder and CEO of InCommon, for an insightful conversation on the art of transforming your company's culture. Tune in as Matt and Dan explore the essence of company culture, the profoun...

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Oct. 11, 2023

Overcoming Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

Join Lauren Conaway and Ruth Shrauner, CEO of Poshed, for a conversation about conquering self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Gain valuable insights as they candidly share their personal journeys as non-tech founders navigating...

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Oct. 10, 2023

Helping Sellers Expand Their Brands

Join Andrew Morgans and Seth Hurd, Founder & CEO of Brand Expand, as they talk about what Brand Expand provides marketplace sellers. Listen to Seth and Andrew discuss the value of honest feedback, the importance of understand...

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Oct. 9, 2023

How to Monetize Partnerships

Join Matt Watson and Nick Penev, Co-founder of Scayul, as they talk about the various types of partnerships and how to monetize partnership opportunities. Learn about white-label partnerships, integration partnerships, and co...

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Oct. 5, 2023

How to Dominate B2B Sales

Join Matt DeCoursey and Adam Springer, owner of Startup Sales, as they talk about how to dominate B2B sales. In this engaging conversation, gain insights from two accomplished sales professionals on why founders must excel in...

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Oct. 4, 2023

Surviving Year One as an Entrepreneur

Join Lauren Conaway and Victoria Campbell Osborne, Founder of The Scented Webb, for an insightful conversation on navigating your first year as an entrepreneur. Discover the world of fragrances and scent-based businesses as L...

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Oct. 3, 2023

AI Tools for Amazon Agencies

Join Andrew Morgans and Jon Tilley, the Co-Founder and CEO of ZonGuru, as they explore the world of AI tools for Amazon agencies. In this insightful conversation, Jon and Andrew draw from their unique journeys, originating in...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Marketing on LinkedIn

Join Matt Watson and Tom Jacquesson, Co-founder of Taplio, as they talk about Marketing on LinkedIn. Matt and Tom discuss how Tom and his co-founder built Tweet Hunter and Taplio by failing fast. Beyond that, Tom shares insig...

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Sept. 28, 2023

What Winning Brands Look Like

Join Matt DeCoursey and Andrew Morgans, CEO and Founder of Marknology and two of our favorite podcast hosts, as they delve into the world of successful branding. Tune in as they decipher the essence of branding and dissect th...

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Sept. 27, 2023

Balancing Grind and Gratitude

Join Lauren Conaway and Kristin Summers, Founder & CEO of Back to Self-Care, in a conversation about mastering the delicate balance between hustle and gratitude. Tune in as Lauren and Kristin share insights into the journey o...

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Sept. 26, 2023

Launching Again: 4-Time Founder's Formula

Join Andrew Morgans and co-host Matt Watson, Founder, CEO, and CTO of At Capacity, as they talk about Matt's journey in launching his 4th startup! Andrew and Matt discuss why marketing service-based businesses are different t...

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Sept. 25, 2023

Direct-to-Retail (DTR) Strategies that Win

Join Matt DeCoursey and Benoit Vatere, Mammoth's CEO and Co-founder, as they explore winning strategies in the world of direct-to-retail. In this engaging conversation, Matt and Benoit underscore the significance of crafting ...

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