10-Minute Tech Talks: How Tech Entrepreneurs Fail & How You Can Avoid It

Pittsburgh Technology Council
10-Minute Tech Talks: How Tech Entrepreneurs Fail & How You Can Avoid It

Are you an entrepreneur building a technology company and looking to grow fast? This show teaches and inspires entrepreneurs to build better companies by learning from the failures of other tech companies and entrepreneurs. If you're striving for rapid growth while avoiding the mistakes that have led others to failure, this podcast is designed to help you stay on track. Avoid the devastating mistakes that tech entrepreneurs have made, which led their businesses to collapse. Hear from tech, business, and entrepreneurial experts detailing what went wrong in famous tech busts and modern-day meltdowns so you don't follow the same path. Learn how to overcome adversity and make your tech company a long-term success. If you’re ready to grow your tech venture quickly and avoid pitfalls, start with our fan-favorite episode: Don't Fall In Love With Your Technology.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Top Tips for Tech Entrepreneurs to Leverage AI in their Businesses

    Trying to figure out how integrate the power of AI into your business, but don't know where to start? There's a lot of hype, confusion and fear out there often paralyzing entrepreneurs from taking their first steps. But, in this episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks  we have insights from Anna Maria Berta and Joseph Giampapa of LindenAI to help you navigate the complexities of leveraging AI in your business. Get top takeaways from LindenAI's TechVibe interview with Ana Maria and Joseph so you can learn the importance of balancing technological advancements and safety guidelines, particularly through the lens of AI. They emphasize the need for basic knowledge to navigate AI options effectively. The conversation highlights the necessity of being adaptable to constantly changing technology and understanding AI as a form of digital knowledge. Plus this dynamic duo of AI also cautions against overenthusiasm and underscores the importance of discerning between genuine and fake information. They stress that adopting AI strategies requires minimizing maintenance burdens, understanding the knowledge lifecycle, and placing knowledge in appropriate contexts. Hit PLAY for the good stuff and if you have a few more minutes, click here for the entire interview. The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces this podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    7 min

  2. 7 JUL

    Hiring Right: For Entrepreneurs, The Right Talent Might Just Be Closer Than You Think

    Hiring can be any company's greatest challenge. We often look everywhere, but right under our own noses to find the right people. One person who knows this well is serial entrepreneur Rob Brown. He's in the process of scaling his third startup DataStrike. If you don't know DataStrike, it is North America's leading provider of 100% onshore data infrastructure managed services. Rob knows the power of hiring local people and looking beyond the traditional resume when considering candidate. He also highlights the importance of offering career paths to individuals from diverse educational backgrounds. he looks for work ethic, spirit and the desire to succeed.  It might sound crazy, but he's already scaled up to more than 100 people and is looking to double that even faster. Rob had a fantastic conversation about his journey building DataStrike on TechVibe show and we pulled out his nuggets of wisdom on hiring just for you. Hit Keep listening for the good stuff and if you have a few more minutes, click here for his entire interview. Let's get started on Rob's Hiring insights. Produced by the Pittsburgh Technology Council, this is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    5 min

  3. 30 JUN

    Overcoming Success: 3 Key Strategies for Tech Entrepreneurs to Prepare for Growth and Setbacks

    We all try to be prepared for setbacks, but are you prepared for success? Lifelong tech entrepreneur Mike Vertolli, Founder of ComTec Systems shares critical advice for aspiring business owners.  He recently appeared on TechVibe Radio to tell us how he founded his first company in high school and how ComTec helps businesses find savings in their energy and telecommunications spends. We pulled some key highlights from his TechVibe interview to share with our time-crunched listeners. Hit play and learn how Mike emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals, maintaining proper documentation to facilitate strategic pivots, and being financially prepared for both growth and setbacks. He also offers valuable wisdom on envisioning success and ensuring the right people, processes, and systems are in place. Additionally, Mike recounts an impactful piece of investment advice which taught him to reassess decisions daily, providing a fresh perspective on managing life's uncertainties. Hit PLAY for the good stuff and if you have a few more minutes, listen to his entire interview. Let's get started! The Pittsburgh Technology Council produces this podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    6 min

  4. 25 JUN

    Harnessing Data Analytics: Lessons Every Entrepreneur Can Learn from Highmark's Journey

    Undoubtedly, you've run up against a wall trying to harness your data. Maybe you're contemplating a project or a new business and it requires advanced data analytics, but you don't know where to start. Or maybe you're stuck somewhere in the middle. As luck would have it, we might be able to help you today as 10 Minute Tech Talks brings you an excerpt of the Pittsburgh Technology Council's Healthcare Reinvented podcast featuring Ian Blunt and Richard Clarke of Highmark's data analytics team. And if you don't know Highmark, they are one of the nation's largest healthcare providers and we got to talk to them about their journey embracing data analytics. Ian and Richard have some interesting and candid insights on their analytics journey confessing how it's easy to get overwhelmed and how you cannot expect perfection and you just gotta keep plugging away. Plus, they also talk about how Highmark has developed a very deep relationship with Google to help them dig even deeper into their analytics. Here's a unique opportunity to learn from the pros on how they go about their data analytic challenges. If you want to dive into the entire conversation, it's right here. This is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    10 min

  5. 23 JUN

    From Zombie Startup to Million-Dollar Success: One Tech Entrepreneur's Radical Reinvention

    Have you ever felt trapped in a business that no longer ignites your passion? In this candid episode of 10 Minute Tech Talks, Chris Brisson, founder of SalesMSG, reveals how entrepreneurs can courageously pivot from a stagnant business to a thriving, purpose-driven venture. In this episode, Chris details how to: Recognize when your current business model isn't serving your vision Discover the power of radical transparency in communicating business transitions Understand how personal fulfillment can drive entrepreneurial success Hit Play now to transform your entrepreneurial journey and unlock the courage to reinvent your business! Produced by the Pittsburgh Technology Council, this is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    11 min

  6. 18 JUN

    Product Management Unfiltered: How to Navigate the Challenges of Tech Innovation

    Are you a product manager feeling burnt out, or an entrepreneur struggling to bring your innovative idea to market? In today's competitive business landscape, many professionals feel stuck, unsure how to navigate product development, manage team dynamics, and create value without exhausting themselves.  On this special edition of 10 Minute Tech Talks Over Time, we welcome Heather Miller, Founder of PDRM Consulting, so you can: Learn proven strategies to prevent professional burnout and maintain team productivity Discover how to effectively translate complex business needs across different organizational levels Gain insights into launching and scaling products from an experienced product management expert PDRM Consulting has a two-fold mission to help companies deliver value to their customers. Miller is an experienced professional who, after many years, has discovered best practices to drive value.  Listen now to hear Miller's transformative journey and unlock the secrets to successful product management that can revolutionize your professional approach. This is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    25 min

  7. 16 JUN

    Strong Teams = Strong Companies: How Entrepreneurs Can Find Purpose for Themselves and Their Workers

    What’s the one thing every successful team has in common? Hint: It’s not just skill or talent—it’s something far deeper that drives motivation and builds culture. As entrepreneurs navigate the post-pandemic world, the challenge of building and maintaining strong, purpose-driven teams has become more critical than ever. Whether you're managing a remote crew or an in-person office, finding a shared sense of purpose can be your key to retaining top talent and driving success. 10 Minute Tech Talks host Jonathan Kersting of the Pittsburgh Technology Council pulls key takeaways from a TEQ Magazine article "The Purpose of Purpose" by Nathan Wadding of the Kindling Culutre Agency. Keep listening to: Discover how having clarity and authenticity in your organization’s purpose creates a roadmap for team alignment and culture-building. Learn tangible strategies for involving your team in purpose-building, fostering collaboration, and connecting roles to your mission. Unlock the leadership insights necessary to embed purpose into daily operations, boosting employee engagement and satisfaction. Click play now to uncover actionable insights that will help you build a purpose-driven team and take your company to the next level—in just 10 minutes! This is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    6 min

  8. 6 JUN

    Don't Take the Bait: How Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Phishing and Cyber Scams

    In today's digital age, cybersecurity has become a crucial aspect for businesses across all industries. As cyber threats evolve, so must our strategies to combat them. In evaluating the entire business ecosystem, it’s essential to identify your organization’s critical functions and potential single points of failure. A comprehensive approach not only involves protecting against breaches but also ensuring you have robust backup systems in place, should an attack occur. In this episode of 10 Miunte Tech Talks, The Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting highlights his TechVibe Radio interview with Izzy Syring and Robert Ragan of CustosIQ. Custos is one of Pittsburgh's top cyber firms working with companies large and small to deploy custom cyber solutions and strategies that evolve with the company. Keep on listening for insights on phishing as a service and the new twisted threats phishing attacks pose for your company and a simple way to guard against them. If you have more than 10 minutes, listen to the entire interview here for more cyber insights. This is a podcast for tech and manufacturing  entrepreneurs exploring the tech ecosystem, from cyber security and AI to SaaS, robotics, and life sciences, featuring insights to satisfy the tech curious.

    7 min
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Are you an entrepreneur building a technology company and looking to grow fast? This show teaches and inspires entrepreneurs to build better companies by learning from the failures of other tech companies and entrepreneurs. If you're striving for rapid growth while avoiding the mistakes that have led others to failure, this podcast is designed to help you stay on track. Avoid the devastating mistakes that tech entrepreneurs have made, which led their businesses to collapse. Hear from tech, business, and entrepreneurial experts detailing what went wrong in famous tech busts and modern-day meltdowns so you don't follow the same path. Learn how to overcome adversity and make your tech company a long-term success. If you’re ready to grow your tech venture quickly and avoid pitfalls, start with our fan-favorite episode: Don't Fall In Love With Your Technology.

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