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“Mike is wonderful, this inspires me to keep pushing!”
Thesquad12886 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/30/24
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“Founding and running a nonprofit gives you the chance to live closely to a societal problem you’re looking to solve until you come up with a solution. And then you want to shout it from the rooftops. You want to share it. You want to scale. But how? There is so much you don’t know. How to hire...”Read full review »
DLL 2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/16/24
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“It’s like getting a startup MBA. Extremely well done. Extremely insightful.”
NoteMonster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/23
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“This show is perfect for startups and founders! You get to learn so much valuable techniques and tips, I highly recommend!”
Claribelleee via Apple Podcasts ·
Philippines ·
12/21/22
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“Mike’s podcast is one of the best. Succinct brilliant messaging; real life stories to learn from; sharp minded observations and conclusions; high density conversions; strong signal free of time wasting fluff; dynamic inspiring intro. Fast, sharp, right to the point, incredibly helpful. Just one...”Read full review »
rvb000001 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/06/22
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“In my view, Mike is the foremost thinker on the qualities that define exceptional entrepreneurship and enable companies to reach billion-dollar scale. This podcast is the best one out there to teach entrepreneurs and investors what it takes to build or invest in one of those companies. The guests...”Read full review »
Nokike via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/22
“I’ve never provided feedback before re any podcast.
But, I want to thank Mike Maples and his team on doing an extraordinary job with his podcast and I highly recommend it to any entrepreneur.
I listen to nearly all of his podcasts and I find them to be the best of the very best.
Thanks again...”Read full review »
Align Infrastructure via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/22
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“There are many good podcasts out there but I’ve found none that are more real, to the point and useful than Starting Greatness. The guests on the show are The Who’s Who of the tech and business industry. Of all the shows I follow, I make sure I never miss an episode of this one! Thanks Mike. This...”Read full review »
Jhsen23 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
06/04/22
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“As a recent 0-to-1 founder - I’m so glad I stumbled upon this podcast. Mike is a straight shooter, and the dialogue with his world-class guests is natural and to the point. It’s the type of podcast that I’ll re-listen to episodes multiple times…and learn something new each time.”
BR129pnf via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/26/22
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“Purely gleaning insights at the most important phase of a company - the beginning- this is the only podcast I’ve adored in it’s entirety as a first time entrepreneur.”
rnjailamba12 via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
04/08/22
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“I haven’t found a better resource for aspiring entrepreneurs- start here! You’ll love how passionate and insightful Mike is about the 0 to 1 stage of things. I’ve pulled more gems from this podcast than any other. Thank ya, Mike and Team!”
Bartlong via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/22
“Best podcasts on start-up awareness period. All substance and no bloat or fluff. Mike is a great facilitator, teacher, and success story himself without the pompous ego. My favorite podcast currently.”
tostevew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/04/22
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“Mike Maples has the most inspirational podcast on the planet”
AharonShapiro via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
12/26/21
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“Thank you for sharing your great insightful guest and your overall brilliance on what is clearly the best start up podcast in the world”
parents home via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/23/21
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“Thank you for making the best podcast ever for founders!”
Stacy and Simba via Apple Podcasts ·
Vietnam ·
12/19/21
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“Really great deep detail on new technology and plans for the future. Great host that explains everything thoroughly and explains how software and updates will affect the future of our world and the people around us. Clear audio with very helpful information! Looking forward to more! Great content!”
riddikuluspatronus1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/21
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“Lots of valuable content and Mike is an awesome narrator and host.”
Bl1nk03 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/21
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“This is one of my favorite podcasts. Mike does a great job of sharing interesting and accomplished entrepreneurs. He’s got great questions, insights, and calming manner of speaking. Check it out…now, amigos.”
Lampy Sanchez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/21
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“Thank you Mike! The insights, strategies, and lessons from all the successful founders and leaders are invaluable. I’ve been taking every lessons to heart and use them to build our great startup company, GoAskJay.”
papio2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/21
“I’m tired of hearing general, high-level, fluffy founder stories that don’t actually provide any value…these are specific, tangible, thought provoking conversations that truly further my “level of thinking”. Very happy I found this! Thank you!”
UpandComingInvestor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/10/21
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“Inbox zero is a counter productive objective for any knowledge worker. It misses the point of work entirely.
The application of so called game design/ play is contrived and useless, and builds on a misguided North Star. It’s a compounded problem.
Joy and love when images come up after inbox...”Read full review »
Golden Boy 34566 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/21
“If you’re looking for a podcast to learn about startups and businesses, this is an incredible resource. I love how Mike summarises key lessons/concepts in a seperate episode.
I’m using it to build a mental model of what makes successful businesses tick and three episodes in, I’ve learnt a...”Read full review »
TrektoInvest via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/01/21
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“As a new founder I heard about Floodgate first through the typical Silicon Valley grapevine and am pleasantly surprised by each partner as I learn about them. Thanks Mike for the great content here - I always leave the shows feeling more inspired and confident in our startup ambitions.”
jframel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/21
“I enjoy the motivation and knowledge that Mr. Maples shares on his podcast as well as the generous and humble manner he conducts himself on the pod and Twitter. I fancy him one of the mentors I have who has no idea who I even am. Thank you!”
Thecla37 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/21
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“Thanks Mike for the awsome conversations and insights.”
Jaime WU NL via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
09/04/21
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“In a sea full of podcasts aimed at entrepreneurs, this one truly delivers on insight and credibility. Mike Maples Jr. dissects his interviews expertly.”
MPenoir via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/24/21
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“Mike Maples, Jr. does an amazing job interviewing his always interesting and one of a kind guests and their unique journeys. Mike’s extensive background in startups and his truly genuine and down to earth personality shines through. He allows his guests to enjoy telling their interesting...”Read full review »
lifelessonlearner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/21
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“As always great stories and a solid insight on being fair when recruiting-have a standard package for a role, up it later for people who prove to be stars and do not worry to much about titles and - always recruiting; it goes along with my mantra always be looking for investors and fans.
I have...”Read full review »
Francis GS via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/03/21
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“I’ve just recently started listening to this podcast and after going through the first 10 episodes I thought I’d leave a review. Great overall podcast, I like the interviews, questions and content and the caliber of people brought on to the show. It’s rare to find out how successful companies...”Read full review »
A.O-17 via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
07/03/21
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“Every episode there is something that I really needed to hear.”
Nick Spear via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
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“Mike has the rare skill: everything he says is clear, precise and essential to know.”
imusthaveanickname via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/21
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“This is by far my most favorite podcast series of all time! Thank you Mike Maples Jr. and the team to put this together for the public to enjoy.”
Hanh_Dang via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/21
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“and please keep going deeper looking for successful and proven decision making systems!!...I live it!!...they change lives!!!...🌞”
Alejandro Barral via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/04/21
“You’ll want your notebook and pen ready to record the how-to for entrepreneurs. Each episode is a business book condensed down to 15-20 minutes with the junk thrown out. You’ll be hitting the back button multiple times so you can hear and record the insights again and again. This podcast...”Read full review »
KF@HeadStart via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/21
“This is a fantastic podcast for anyone wanting to start a company or understand the dynamics of how companies are being created today. Like it or not, we are witnessing a new era in business creation. Mike Maples interviews very successful people and is able to draw wisdom out of each guest. He...”Read full review »
JPDKansas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/21
“I love this podcast, really pragmatic commonsense advice for building and scaling start ups, while building my company GreenPal I always try to listen to folks smarter than me and this is definitely one of those podcasts that helps level you up and level you’re thinking to a higher standard”
Bryan Clayton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/21
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“Love MMJR and his guests. Solid convo. Very humble. Big ideas. Well done!”
Mateojames1111 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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“Mike is pulling incredible understanding from world class leaders and making practical sense of their thoughts. This has been so good for my own introspection as an entrepreneur. I’ve learned so much about the mindset and practice of some great minds and been able to move it into my own work....”Read full review »
DlGuyer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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“So how do you put a value on something that helps people build the vision they sacrifice for and are so passionate about? The guests have been extremely generous with their insights, and Mike proved to be the perfect interviewer to get those insights out. Thank you Mike, for the work that you do.”
Bughunter4hire via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/15/21
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“I can’t recommend this enough. As a venture backed start up CEO myself, I have found this tremendously useful. Mike has articulated things that have lead to real life actionable application. Huge respect Mike, please keep these coming...”
zephrjames via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/27/21
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“He really streamlines some great stories and ideas from amazing people.”
@myguydrew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/21
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“It is a great learning experience to hear from the start up founders about the principles of greatness. The content is relevant for founders, start up employees as well as anyone who is in a leadership role in an innovative company. Mike Maples makes it super fun and fast paced too!”
rusenb via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/21
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“This is probably one of the most informative podcasts around for founders. I love the format of the shows with the breakdown of the key points on the next pod cast. It really helps the points sink in and highlights areas I may have overlooked.
This is a must listen to podcast for all founders.”
J.Picton via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/20/21
“Wonderful interviews with people who built great things that scaled. From acorns to great oaks, those acorns don’t always grow in the right place. Sometimes they have problems and fail. So learn from them. Find better soil.
Each podcast episode has two parts: the main interview, and a second...”Read full review »
Brando5 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/21
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“The single best business related podcast I have encountered thus far. Not at all the usual “how I did this” or “you should do....”. While the personal narratives are engaging, the focus on unearthing the underlying principles that can be applied universally is what makes this exceptional.”
InOjai via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/21
“Can’t recommend SG to enough people! Our entire team tries to embody the principles Mike promotes in SG.
Phenomenal if you’re starting something. Phenomenal if you’re just curious about starting something. Mike transparentizes the startup process.
Live in the future. Don’t wait. Decide to be...”Read full review »
Glazed&Bemused via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/12/21
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“I listen to podcasts while I am in the barn working with horses, by myself, most of the day. After discovering this podcast via the Tim Ferriss Show, I realize that that’s not going to work for this one. I need to be sat down, notebook in hand, because almost every sentence is a pearl of wisdom...”Read full review »
KatieEbbageEquestrianLLC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/07/20
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“The amount of seminal lessons in this podcast is incredible. Founders, if you’re looking for high signal, low noise lessons, this is the place to go.”
ManuRiby via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/03/20
“He doesn’t talk unless there’s something worthwhile to say. And when he talks, listen and take notes.
So many podcasters and content creation platforms are just a grab for attention and time. Mike genuinely seems to do this out of a generous desire to give away his wisdom and life experience to...”Read full review »
Signore fuoco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/24/20
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