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Introducing Steve Kahan Steven Mark Kahan is our guest today on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots business podcast. Steve is a serial entrepreneur that has had great success moving from the corporate world early in his career to the startup world. He has successfully helped to grow six start-up companies from early-stage development to going public or being sold, resulting in more than $3 billion in shareholder value. He is currently CMO at Thycotic, which will become the seventh. Steve inspires teams and their organisations to take on the impossible and succeed. How The Dots Joined Up For Steve He has just written a book published by Wiley and Audible and available on Amazon.com called “Be a Startup Superstar." The book teaches those graduating college and young professionals how to earn a great living doing what they love by igniting their career at a tech startup. He will share lessons learned in over 30 years for how young professionals or those that feel stuck in the corporate world can earn a great living doing what they love by igniting their career in a technology startup. So is it harder than ever before to launch a successful startup due to the current conditions that we find ourselves in? And looking back at his ups and downs, were there things that he could have avoided or was this all part of the success? Well let's find out as we bring onto the show to start joining up dots with the one and only Steve Kahan Show Highlights During the show we discussed such deep subjects with Steve Kahan such as: We discuss why people have to realise that even through the dark times in life, we see opportunities burst forth at the same rate as before Steve opens up about being a startup superstar, compared to what it takes to be merely successful. Why a startup operates like its the last outpost for outlaws, inspiring the mavericks and creatives of the world. And lastly........... Steve talks about why energy and protecting your time is so vitally important - basically be your own top priority in everything you do. Steve Kahan Books How To Connect With Steve Kahan Website Linkedin Facebook Instagram Return To The Top Of Steve Kahan If you enjoyed this episode of Steve Kahan why not listen to some of our favourite podcast episodes such as Spike Ball Founder, Nick Ruiz,  Sarah Caltieri or the amazing Mandy Barbee Or if you prefer just pop over to our podcast archive for thousands of amazing episodes to choose from. Full Transcription Of Steve Kahan Interview Intro 0:00 When we're young, we have an amazing positive outlook about how great life is going to be. But somewhere along the line we forget to dream and end up settling. Join Up Dots features amazing people who refuse to give up and chose to go after their dreams. This is your blueprint for greatness. So here's your host live from the back of his garden in the UK, David Ralph. David Ralph 0:25 Yes, good morning, welcome to Join Up. Dots. Thank you so much for being here. Wherever you are across the world. Some of you have been with us for over seven years now. Thank you so much for being here. Others have just joined in, but you've come at a good time you've come a good time because the things that are coming through Join Up Dots, a life changing for you. Well, today's guests on the show is a serial entrepreneur, but has had great success moving from the corporate world early in his career to the startup world. He has successfully helped to grow six startup companies from early stage development. going public or being sold, resulting in more than 3 billion in shareholder value. He is currently cmo at five Kotick which will become the seventh. Now he inspires teams and their organisations to take on the impossible and succeed. And he has just written a book published by wily and audible and available on Amazon called be a startup superstar. This book teaches those graduating college and young professionals how to earn a great living doing what they love by igniting t

LISTENER SUCCESS: How to Earn Money Managing People's Inboxes In this episode, discover how Carol Hinkin, a listener of Join Up Dots, transformed inspiration from the show into a thriving online inbox management service. Hear Carol's journey from understanding the role of an inbox manager, acquiring essential skills, setting up her business, and effectively marketing her services. Learn about her pricing strategies, delivering exceptional service, and scaling her business. Carol's story is a blueprint for anyone looking to start their own venture. Tune in to be inspired and share her success with the world!

LIFE COACHING: What To Do About Always Feeling Your Working In this episode of the Join Up Dots podcast, we delve into the pervasive feeling of constantly working. We explore what it means to feel like work never ends, how to recognize the signs, and the psychological and physical impacts this can have. From overcommitment and lack of boundaries to the always-on culture fuelled by technology, and the pressures of perfectionism and FOMO (Fear of Missing Out), we uncover the root causes of this relentless grind. Tune in to discover practical tips for setting boundaries, managing technology, and adjusting perfectionist tendencies to reclaim your balance and well-being. #JoinUpDots #WorkLifeBalance #MentalHealth #Burnout #Productivity #SelfCare #AlwaysOnCulture #PodcastLife #FOMO

BUSINESS INTREVIEW: How To Build Online Fashion Success Alison Lumbatis from Get Your Pretty on, is today’s guest joining us on the Steve Jobs inspired Join Up Dots podcast interview. She is a 7 figure entrepreneur and the founder of the Get Your Pretty On website and creator of Outfit Formulas - the #1 online capsule wardrobe building program in the world. She’s served over 40,000 women through the Outfit Formulas program and has attracted an audience of millions to the GYPO web site. As a former engineer she knew there had to be an easier way to get dressed everyday so she created Outfit Formulas - a fool proof system to build your wardrobe and create outfits.

LIFE COACHING: Getting That Work Life Balance You All Want Feeling overwhelmed by work and life demands? Join us as we explore the transformative power of time boundaries! In this episode, we dive into why time boundaries are essential for mental health, productivity, and personal fulfillment. Learn practical techniques to set and maintain your boundaries, from defining your working hours to prioritizing tasks and saying no. Discover how to balance work or school with your personal life, ensuring you have time for relaxation, hobbies, and loved ones. Tune in for tips on planning your week, establishing routines, and being present in every moment. Create a balanced lifestyle where both work and life thrive! 🔊 Listen now and reclaim your time! #TimeBoundaries #WorkLifeBalance #MentalHealth #ProductivityHacks #SelfCare #HealthyBoundaries #PodcastLife Share this episode with friends and start setting those boundaries today!

LISTENER SUCCESS: Turning Free Stuff into Cash with Jamie and Tim In this inspiring episode of the Join Up Dots podcast, we dive into the incredible journey of listeners Jamie and Tim. After a transformative chat with host David, they discovered a brilliant side hustle: refurbishing children’s furniture found on Freecycle. By sanding, painting, and decorating these pieces with popular football team colors, they’re now making £150 per item from a £30 investment—enough to cover half their mortgage each month! But that's not all! Jamie and Tim also share five more creative ideas for turning free items into profitable ventures: Upcycling Home Decor: Transform mirrors, picture frames, and lamps into trendy, one-of-a-kind decor pieces. Refurbishing Bicycles: Repair and repaint old bikes to sell them for a nice profit. DIY Pet Furniture: Create unique pet beds, cat trees, and dog houses from free furniture or wooden pallets. Vintage Clothing: Find and refurbish vintage or brand-name clothing and accessories to sell online. Garden Furniture and Planters: Turn old furniture and crates into beautiful garden furniture and planters. Tune in to discover how you can turn free stuff into a lucrative side hustle. This episode is packed with actionable tips and inspiration to help you start making extra money from items others are giving away for free. Listen now and get inspired to share your success story next!