Inventive Journey

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Inventive Journey

The Inventive Journey podcast is a captivating series that delves into the personal and professional stories of startup founders and small business owners. Each episode features an in-depth interview where guests share their unique paths to success, the challenges they overcame, and the pivotal moments that defined their entrepreneurial journeys. Listeners gain valuable insights and inspiration from these real-life experiences, making "Inventive Journey" a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone interested in the dynamic world of startups and small businesses.

  1. "Master Your Go-to-Market Strategy" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Anthony Nitsos

    8 JAN

    "Master Your Go-to-Market Strategy" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Anthony Nitsos

    You must have a well-defined go-to-market strategy in place, because without a clear plan for driving sales growth, success will be out of reach.

    34 min
  2. "Mastering Versatility in Startups" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Scott McCrady

    30/12/2024

    "Mastering Versatility in Startups" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Scott McCrady

    What I’d say is that being a one-trick pony, whether in sports or startups, just isn’t enough. In the startup world, you need to be versatile. You can’t just be the "home run hitter" or the "heavy hitter" who relies on a single skill. You need a well-rounded set of capabilities. You have to master what you’re good at, then build on that by adding complementary skills. At the same time, you need to identify areas where you're not the best and be smart about outsourcing those tasks. It's all about having a multi-tool approach and focusing your energy where it makes the most impact.

    30 min
  3. "The Dangers of Disrespecting Your Time and Well-Being" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Jared Tang

    11/12/2024

    "The Dangers of Disrespecting Your Time and Well-Being" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Jared Tang

    Value your time and yourself far more than you do now, because you don’t truly realize how little respect you have for yourself until you reach a breaking point. You’ll find yourself thinking, "Wow, it’s 11 PM, and I haven’t made any progress on my work. I've sat through a hundred meetings, yet none of my actual responsibilities are handled." Now, you’re left with no choice but to pull an all-nighter, which only leads to burnout. If you don’t respect your time or yourself in the process, you risk stretching yourself too thin and running out of energy. Burnout is a tricky thing—it’s like a sickness that gets worse each time. The first burnout may only take a couple of days to recover from, but each subsequent burnout takes longer to bounce back from. Eventually, you may reach a point where you’re so burned out that you lose the drive to do anything for a long time.

    35 min
  4. "The Power of Networking Through Conversation" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Erkeda DeRouen

    09/12/2024

    "The Power of Networking Through Conversation" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Erkeda DeRouen

    Engage in as many conversations as possible. It’s easy to get caught up in your work, focusing solely on tasks and goals. However, networking is incredibly valuable, and it's not just about connecting with people from whom you want something. Every conversation holds potential—whether it's gaining insights into user experience, receiving valuable feedback, or discovering connections you never expected. Being open to conversations and staying approachable can lead to unexpected opportunities. While you shouldn't work for free, taking a few minutes for a quick chat, meeting someone at a conference, or inviting them for coffee is a great way to learn about their work and broaden your network. You'd be surprised how many new opportunities can arise, and how often you'll find connections through those "six degrees of separation."

    33 min
  5. "Follow Your Passion in Business" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Mark Osborne

    29/11/2024

    "Follow Your Passion in Business" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Mark Osborne

    Focus on something you're truly passionate about. Throughout our conversation today, we've touched on a lot of different aspects of marketing. For me, it all started with an interest in understanding how people think and communicate, which is at the heart of marketing. From there, I moved into advertising, which is a part of marketing, then digital marketing, adding another layer, and finally, analytics, which offers a different perspective. I've enjoyed diving into each of these areas because marketing is a passion of mine. Even when working on a business that might take longer to see results, as long as it's in a field I'm passionate about, the journey doesn't feel long because I'm still enjoying the process of learning. So, my advice is to ensure you're working in an area you genuinely care about, not just one that seems like a good business opportunity.

    29 min
  6. "Identifying A Players Early" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Eric Stopper

    27/11/2024

    "Identifying A Players Early" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Eric Stopper

    The number one piece of advice I would give is to learn how to identify A players early on. It's not just about recognizing the highest performers, but understanding how to spot an A player and why they stand out. You need to ask the right questions to determine how skilled someone truly is. One method that’s been really useful for me is when someone claims they can do something, I ask them to share their screen and show me the evidence right away. Just get them to demonstrate exactly what they can do. If they respond by saying they need someone else to give them access to something before they can show you, that’s a red flag. It might be an unfortunate obstacle, but that behavior signals more of a B player mindset to me.

    37 min
  7. "The Power of Putting People Before Profit" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Dave Molenda

    22/11/2024

    "The Power of Putting People Before Profit" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Dave Molenda

    There's one thing I see people often overlook, and it's something I personally struggled with—recognizing that your greatest asset is your team. One book that really resonated with me is People Over Profit, which emphasizes the importance of treating your people right. When you prioritize and invest in your team and focus on improving the customer experience, profit naturally follows. In that book, they argue that people should always come before profit, because when profit becomes the top priority over people, you're setting yourself up for turnover. And when your team starts to leave, it negatively impacts the customer experience. This leads to both employee and customer churn, which creates a vicious cycle that’s hard to break.

    26 min
  8. "Focus on What Drives Revenue" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Thomas Oakes

    20/11/2024

    "Focus on What Drives Revenue" The Podcast For Entrepreneurs w/ Thomas Oakes

    One key rule of thumb is to prioritize activities that directly drive revenue, rather than getting caught up in distractions. What I mean is that many new entrepreneurs often get bogged down by things like designing the perfect website, picking the right logo, deciding on brand colors, or obsessing over the details of their LLC formation. While these things are important eventually, they can easily become a way to avoid the real work that actually moves the needle—like talking to potential customers, making sales, and focusing on the actions that will truly grow the business.

    21 min
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The Inventive Journey podcast is a captivating series that delves into the personal and professional stories of startup founders and small business owners. Each episode features an in-depth interview where guests share their unique paths to success, the challenges they overcame, and the pivotal moments that defined their entrepreneurial journeys. Listeners gain valuable insights and inspiration from these real-life experiences, making "Inventive Journey" a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone interested in the dynamic world of startups and small businesses.

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  • Creator
    Devin @ Miller IP
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    696
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Devin @ Miller IP
  • Show Website
    Inventive Journey

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