In this episode, I am joined by Michael Girdley, Chairman and CEO of Girdley Enterprises, as we discuss how to build a HoldCo. Michael shares his frameworks and best practices for structuring HoldCo’s. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro02:25 What is HoldCo07:22 Types of HoldCo09:45 Why go HoldCo12:56 Types of HoldCo Pt 215:27 Frameworks for structuring your HoldCo19:16 7 steps of starting a HoldCo23:47 Why HoldCo’s are awesome36:12 HoldCo’s are antifragile 43:16 Make sure HoldCo’s are right for...

In this episode, I am joined by Arvid Kahl, CEO and Founder of Podscan, as we explore a wide range of AI startup ideas and business opportunities Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro04:09 Startup Idea 1: AI Co-Founder21:07 Startup Idea 2: Silent Refactoring as a Service37:00 Startup Idea 3: Niche-specific AI-powered content curation 1) AI Co-Founder: Your 24/7 virtual partner with ZERO equity • Trains on your business data• Handles marketing, sales, strategy• Interacts with other AI agents for...

Join me as I chat with Joseph Choi, Founder of Viral App Founders Community, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for finding and building profitable Consumer Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and growth hacking apps.  Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro04:01 Ecom Marketing Strategies applied to Consumer Apps11:07 TikTok Shop Affiliate Center  = goldmine for app ideas22:16 Profitable Niches that are Underserved33:26 Influencer Marketing 2.040:58 Capitalize on internet...

Join us for an engaging conversation with John Coogan, Entrepreneur in Residence at Founders Fund, as we explore a wide range of moonshot ideas from Cybersecurity to moon Colonization to humanoid military robots Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:57 Startup Idea 1: Cybersecurity for AI companies11:37 Startup Idea 2: Moon-focused space startup21:33 Startup Idea 3: Kid-friendly smartphone alternative 36:02 Startup Idea 4: Humanoid military robots  1) Cybersecurity for AI companies • AI models =...

Join me as I chat with Blake Anderson, Co-Founder of Apex, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for building and scaling viral AI Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula creating viral apps.  Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro02:59  Why build AI Apps04:58 Startup Idea 1: Career AI08:19 Blake's framework for building Viral AI Apps10:38 Finding influencers13:23 Product Development17:25 Startup Idea 2: Journal AI24:01 Paywalls and Payment Strategy29:03 Startup Idea 3: Language AI24:01 How to...

Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder and CEO of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of AI startup ideas and business opportunities Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:46 Startup Idea 1: AI-Generated UGC Ads 16:10 Startup Idea 2: AI Infographic Generator 21:14 Startup Idea 3: AI Journaling App 30:10 Startup Idea 4: Novel DTC products 36:39 Startup Idea 5: Creator Business Model 2.044:13 Startup Idea 6: AI Receptionist  1) AI-Generated UGC Ads • Use AI avatars +...

I’m joined by Jordan Mix, Operating Partner at Late Checkout, to discuss how to build swipe files and how to remix successful strategies. Jordan breaks down why these marketing funnels work and the anatomy of a successful funnel. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:27 Why build Swipe Files04:00 Example 1: Tweets08:40 Example 2: DTC Product 12:10 Example 3: Thumbnails14:47 Example 4: Landing Page18:46 The Anatomy of a Funnel22:22 Example 5: Email Followup 26:13 Example 6: Digital Lead...

Join me as I chat with Jonathan Courtney, Co-Founder and CEO of AJ&Smart, as we dive deep into how to build million dollar sales funnels. Jonathan shares his strategies and frameworks for creating sales funnels that will 10x your conversion rate Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro03:04  Sales Funnels explained (Websites vs Funnels) 15:53 Ugly funnels convert better!17:52 The magic formula and example 125:28 What businesses should use funnels34:11 Example 1 continued 44:58 Pixeling +...

Join me as I chat with Sarah Lacy, Co-Founder of The Best Book Store , as we discuss  a variety of EdTech startup ideas.  Sarah also shares her the lessons she learned from studying Mark Zuckerberg and her advice for networking and storytelling Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:46  Startup Idea 1: Pre-MBA Entrepreneurship Program for Tween Girls23:53  Networking and Storytelling as Key Skills31:13 Lessons Learned from Mark Zuckerberg36:33 Startup Idea 2: AI-Powered Author Coaching Bots 1)...

Join me as I chat with John Rush, a serial entrepreneur, as we dive deep into how to build and scale directories. John shares his strategies and frameworks to for how to use AI and SEO to build and scale cash flowing directories. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:12  Why directories02:59 How to find directory ideas08:43 Building your directory19:47 Promoting your new directory:23:27  SEO for Directory29:53 Data/Content for Directory 34:25 How to monetize Directory 42:29 What are the multiples...

Join me as I chat with Anu Atluru, startup builder, angel investor, and writer, as we dive deep into how to build and scale premium dating apps, and Anu shares her thoughts on how to leverage status to position and growth hack your startup.  Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:27  Startup Idea 1: Premium Dating App for Niche Markets20:51 Startup Idea 2: AI Girlfriends/Boyfriends for Niche Demographics 27:23 Startup Idea 3: "Riz-maxing" app30:55 Startup Idea 4: Report cards for life35:15 ...

Join me as I chat with Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for finding and building startups Timestamps00:00 Intro01:55 Startup Idea 1: Robot Lawn-mowing Service/Directory17:54 Startup Idea 2: CPAP alternatives for Sleep Apnea26:24 Startup Idea 3: Computer Vision for Small Biz 32:03 Startup Idea 4: Negotiating as a Service 36:48 Startup Idea 5: Sperm Freezing Made Easy 42:50 Startup Idea 6: Community Building as a Service  1) Robot...

Join me as I chat with Romain Torres, Co-Founder of Arcads AI, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for finding and building profitable AI Apps. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and growth hacking apps.  Episode Timestamps0:00 Intro00:49 Introduction to AI Apps and User Acquisition10:38 Product-Led Growth13:30 ASO (Apple Search Optimization)21:13 Organic Social Growth Hacks33:51  Paid Ads Strategy40:30 Creating Ads at Scale with AI Tools 1) Three main strategies to grow...

Join me as I chat with Samir Chaudry, Co-Founder of Colin and Samir, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of content creation, technology, and the future of media.  Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:20 AR glasses10:46 The future of Content in an attention economy15:15 Samir’s Youtube and content strategy21:50 Content Formats29:56 Why it’s hard to standout on Youtube33:58 Samir’s thoughts on Monetization45:20 VR vs. AR50:35 Creators should build software56:58 Advice from Tim Ferris 1) AR glasses:...

In this episode, we dive deep into my process for naming my startups and businesses. I share my 4-step guide for coming up with memorable names for startups and how you can apply these principles to come up with your own scroll stopping name.  Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:09 types of names01:53  Naming Strategy 1: Descriptive 03:11 Naming Strategy 2: Phrases 05:39  Naming Strategy 3: Funny08:17 Bad Name Examples12:19 Good Name Examples16:53 Tofu Name Examples18:10 Hack your way to a novel...

Join me as I chat with Chris Josephs, Co-Founder of Autopilot, as we discuss his frameworks and strategies for growth hacking startups. Learn his step-by-step formula to building and converting attention, affinity, and authority into brand loyalty and startup growth.  Timestamps: 00:00 Intro03:20 Chris’s Viral Formula Overview08:13  Step 1: Build Niche Meme account with Authority 14:36 Step 2: Find Creative ways to build loyalty and vitality19:18  Step 3: Getting free press23:54 UFC...

Join me as I chat with Luke Sophinos, Founder & CEO of CourseKey, as we discuss the frameworks and strategies for building a successful vertical SaaS business. Learn how to find, validate, and launch SaaS opportunities! Timestamps: 00:00 Intro01:51 Why Vertical SaaS?05:46  How to pick your vertical11:05 Understand the industry inside-out19:11 Analyze existing solutions22:02 Automating the ideation and validation process with AI35:04 Go-to-market strategy is CRITICAL40:19 The power of the...

Join me as I chat with Nick Huber, a serial entrepreneur and real estate investor, as we dive into the art of going viral on social media. Nick reveals his proven formula for creating engaging content that’s reached millions and helped him grow a massive following. If you're looking to boost your social media game and learn strategies that truly work, this episode is packed with actionable insights! Timestamps:  00:00 Intro01:36 The mindset02:39 The structure of a viral tweet / Example 108:42...

My notes on mr beast's LEAKED 36 page leaked "how to succeed in mr. beast production" document Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:12 Initial Thoughts02:38 Clarity of the Goal03:27  YouTube is eating all media:04:27 A, B, C player framework05:15 How to go viral08:21 Why isn’t MrBeast building the Y-Combinator of Creators? 09:12  He defines his own language. ie: lull, reengagement 11:26 Startup Idea 1: Audience and Engagement Insights Software for YT 12:32 Obsession is a prerequisite 13:13 Bias for...

Join me as I sit down with Oren John, the internet's creative director who's worked with major brands like Red Bull, Ciroc, Grey Goose, and YRB. Together, we explore the game-changing potential of TikTok Shop and how creators are using the platform to build thriving businesses. Oren shares his expert insights on the role of luxury, craftsmanship, and storytelling in product design, and how these elements can elevate your brand. If you're curious about using TikTok to grow your business, this...

I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney, as we deep dive on how to set up million dollar sales funnels.  1) Startup Idea 1: Paid Ads Agency• Huge market for one-person ad consulting businesses• Target specific verticals (e.g., hair salons, female info product owners)• Take a cut of revenue instead of charging upfront 2) Facebook ads still crush it (for 40+ demo):• Still effective for 40+ demographics• AJ&Smart spends $80k/month on FB ads• 318% ROI in June ($252k revenue from $80k spend)"Meta ads...

I’m joined by Marc Lou, a serial entrepreneur and indie hacker legend, as we explore innovative startup ideas, and his frameworks for content marketing, gamification, and pricing 1) Sell Digital Products• Create courses/ebooks on what you know• Focus on life-changing hacks (e.g. better sleep)• Use gamma.app for slick lead magnetsPro tip: Share your personal journey, not just advice 2) Document your journey publicly:• Share what you're working on (Twitter, YouTube, etc.)• Creates initial...

I’m joined by Jason Fried, Co-founder and CEO of 37signals, as we deep dive on innovative startup ideas, our frameworks to building products people love, and our thoughts on the current software landscape.  1)  The "Scratch-off Ad" app idea:• Full-screen ad you scratch off with your finger• Blow into mic to clear "dust"• Chance to win prizes/coupons• Global, once-a-day experiencePotential: Massive user base, high engagement  2) "Shower Door Sketch" app concept:• Simulates drawing on steamy...

Join us for an engaging conversation with Brian Dean, Co-Founder of Exploding Topics I, as we explore a wide range of startup ideas and business opportunities 1) AI Content Updater for Publishers • Automatically finds & updates outdated content• Fixes broken links, outdated stats, irrelevant info• Integrates with CMS for seamless updates• Target: Large publishers with 1000s of posts•  Potential: $1k-$10k/month per enterprise client  2) Uber Black of Meal Delivery •  Chef-prepared,...