No Followers Podcast: for Inventors, Builders, Entrepreneurs

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Digestible tidbits of practical application for entrepreneurs, inventors, and builders. Think of it as a condensed audio version of The First Strike Incubator, about 15-20 minutes The podcast is part of the First Strike Incubator program in the Albany, NY Capital Region. These are discussions and best practices from real world experience. With sponsorable product placement moments, you can get unique & original content for your business, coming from a team that applies unique brand strategies, development & solutions. Sponsor This Podcast: https://chrisjonesmedia.com/no-followers-podcast

  1. 5d ago

    We Have One Metric

    Business owners, creators, inventors, founders need clearer operating truths. This series breaks down the real, proof‑driven lessons behind building and running an organization that actually works.Each episode pulls one core principle and strips it down to what you can use today. In true In Focus Brands portfolio fashion: no fluff, no theory, no consultant-speak. Just direct, clear communication.We’re starting with the foundation: One Metric. Because if your organization can’t name the single number that defines health, alignment and momentum… you are just running noise.This series is built to tighten how you think, how you lead and how you build durable impact inside your company. LET'S GET INTO IT!!No Follower Podcast Key Business SHORTS Episode 1. "We have 1 Metric".

    We Have One Metric

  2. Oct 18

    Manufacturing Mistakes

    Manufacturing Mistakes are part of the journey. Every invention, product, or new idea will face challenges along the way. The key is not avoiding every mistake, its learning from them early, adapting and improving the process. In this episode, the First Strike Incubator Team shares common manufacturing pitfalls, practical reminders and real-world examples that can help innovators, entrepreneurs and product developers move from concept to production with greater confidence. Whether you are developing your first product or scaling an existing one; understanding these lessons can save significant time, cost and frustration. NO FOLLOWERS Podcast Video Episode 30. MANUFACTURING MISTAKES. Follow, Subscribe and Get Involved with the teams that have over 200 startups directly launched, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized, 70 exited plus mentorship of over 5900 others; on the In Focus Brands' YouTube Channel and on LinkedIn.

  3. Oct 1

    Design Goals

    The First Strike Incubator Team tackles the importance of establishing clear design goals early to save time, heartache, money and market validation testing mistakes.Follow, Subscribe and Get Involved with the teams that have over 200 startups directly launched, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized, 70 exited plus mentorship of over 5900 others; on the In Focus Brands' YouTube Channel and on LinkedIn.

    Design Goals

  4. Sep 20

    Item vs. Product Manufacturing

    The goal always for the First Strike Incubator Team is to build smarter. This episode on ITEM vs. PRODUCT MANUFACTURING is the difference that decides whether you scale or stall. This is what we experience with many of our new clients and inventors: Most think they are “building a product” but really they are just making an item. An item is a one-off output with no system, no repeatability and no path to real margin. This episode breaks down the gap between the two, why it matters and how to shift from crafting things to manufacturing value. If you are stuck in custom‑everything mode or wondering why growth feels impossible, this one is worth the watch. NO FOLLOWERS Podcast Video Episode 49: ITEM vs. PRODUCT MANUFACTURING Follow, Subscribe and Get Involved with the teams that have over 200 startups directly launched, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized, 70 exited plus mentorship of over 5900 others; on the In Focus Brands' YouTube Channel and on LinkedIn.

    Item vs. Product Manufacturing

  5. Sep 3

    MAKE vs. BUY

    Tackling the real decisions that affect your business and/or product design to build. The First Strike Incubator Team discuss the critical questions to dig into before you buy, make, lease... NO FOLLOWERS Podcast VIDEO Episode 22: MAKE vs. BUY. Follow, Subscribe and Get Involved with the teams that have over 200 startups directly launched, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized, 70 exited plus mentorship of over 5900 others; on the In Focus Brands' YouTube Channel and here on LinkedIn,

    MAKE vs. BUY

  6. Aug 20

    Research Part 2

    Research Part 2 Research as an operating system. It is shocking how many people spend money building products, starting companies, launching new campaigns with no research, no testing, no validating. One of the many reasons we exist to guide and direct from experience and best practices; not ego and hype.Follow, Subscribe and Get Involved with the teams that have over 200 startups directly launched, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized, 70 exited plus mentorship of over 5900 others.

    Research Part 2

  7. Aug 6

    Research Part 1

    Bourbon or Scotch?1:55 T's conspiracy theory 1.2:35 How do you approach research?3:00 Not scholarly research. Granola Moms. 3:47 There is a big difference between scholarly research and secondhand research.4:24 Research should be objective.5:02 You are creating a methodology to remove your bias from the equation.5:37 Instagram story about high fructose corn syrup in baby food.6:24 Research isn't going online a getting other people's opinions.7:01 The scientific method.7:07 A hypothesis is something you are postulating at the beginning and must be tested.8:18 Red Solo Cups.9:05 T's real-life example of research with his Type 57X Bike.11:00 I have a 3-step process: Micro, Macro, and Comparative.11:28 It's like trying to learn a sport and all the rules and lingo.11:35 T's conspiracy theory 2.12:02 Look at the macro level of whatever industry you are getting into.12:11 Move on to the micro research.12:15 Compare how other businesses in your sector work and how they buy and sell.13:03 There are methodologies for describing industries. There are NAICS codes.13:40 Business isn't for everyone.14:20 What should be the first goal with research?14:43 What is your research question? Red Solo Cups. 15:09 Use secondhand research to start.15:35 An example of scholarly research.16:05 Looking up articles online is very different from qualified research.16:22 Wikipedia, Buzz Feed, etc. are just starting points but unfortunately many people stop there.16:40 Know the specific question you are trying to answer first.18:48 I was rude before, but I am okay with that.19:13 Most people don't even know their market.19:49 "You can't fix stupid; you can only numb it with a 2 by 4".

    Research Part 1

  8. Jul 23

    The "I" issue in Business

    Key Takeaway from the First Strike Incubator Team Conversation: If your business language is filled with “I”, you’re operating on ego, not evidence. Real builders shift from I → They → Proof. The moment you stop centering yourself and start centering the customer, your business becomes testable, scalable and real. With over 200 startups directly launched by this team, 100s of international firms grown and scaled, 400+ products/services commercialized plus mentorship of over 5900 others; you should tune in, follow/subscribe on the In Focus Brands' YT Channel and on LinkedIn.

    The "I" issue in Business
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Digestible tidbits of practical application for entrepreneurs, inventors, and builders. Think of it as a condensed audio version of The First Strike Incubator, about 15-20 minutes The podcast is part of the First Strike Incubator program in the Albany, NY Capital Region. These are discussions and best practices from real world experience. With sponsorable product placement moments, you can get unique & original content for your business, coming from a team that applies unique brand strategies, development & solutions. Sponsor This Podcast: https://chrisjonesmedia.com/no-followers-podcast

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