EGGS! The Podcast

Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
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EGGS! The Podcast

Eggs is podcast that centers around creativity in all forms. From building businesses, personal projects and constructing brands to crafting music empires, finding social fame, fortune and more—we discuss whatever, whenever, with whomever in search of patterns, expertise, shared experience and knowledge. Along with our guests—usually experts in a field or subject—we drill down to uncover the steps taken and the hurdles crossed in pursuit of excellence, aiding our listeners in chasing down their own dreams and taking their "egg" from coup to table. Eggs is a show co-hosted by Mike Smith "DJ Ontic", a Seattle, WA based DJ and Ryan Roghaar owner of R2 Media Group, a full-service marketing communications agency based in Salt Lake City, UT and Barcelona, Spain.

  1. Eggs 413: A Founder's Guide to Understanding Venture Capital with Jason Kirby

    5D AGO

    Eggs 413: A Founder's Guide to Understanding Venture Capital with Jason Kirby

    Summary In this conversation, Jason Kirby, co-founder and CEO of Thunder VC, shares his extensive experience in entrepreneurship and fundraising. He discusses the challenges and realities of startup life, the importance of building relationships with investors, and when founders should consider raising capital. Jason emphasizes the need for founders to reflect on their business goals and the potential impact of venture capital on their companies. This conversation delves into the intricacies of venture capital, focusing on the challenges faced by founders in securing funding, the importance of building relationships with investors, and understanding market dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the need for founders to be well-prepared, articulate their business's defensibility, and navigate the complexities of investment terms to ensure successful fundraising. Takeaways Jason Kirby is a serial entrepreneur with a successful track record.Fundraising is a full-time job that requires strategic effort.Founders should focus on building relationships with the right investors.Not all businesses need venture capital; profitability is key.Understanding the venture capital landscape is crucial for founders.Hiring the right team members can make or break a startup.The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with ups and downs.Founders should reflect on their end goals before seeking funding.Building a profitable business can be a viable alternative to raising capital.Family offices can be a good source of funding for startups. Venture capital is best suited for venture-backable companies.Angel investors often lack a structured investment thesis.Family offices vary greatly in their investment strategies.Founders should not fear idea theft if they have a defensible business.Raising capital is challenging for first-time founders without a solid business idea.Building relationships with VCs before needing money is beneficial.Market dynamics can significantly impact fundraising success.Founders should aim for 18-24 months of runway when raising capital.Understanding investment terms is crucial for founders.Having a good lawyer can protect founders during negotiations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jason Kirby and Thunder VC 02:55 Jason's Entrepreneurial Journey 05:57 The Ups and Downs of Startups 09:04 The Role of Founders and Team Dynamics 11:48 The Launch of Thunder VC 15:02 Identifying the Right Investors 17:55 When to Raise Capital 21:01 The Importance of Relationships in Fundraising 31:35 Navigating the World of Venture Capital 39:07 Understanding Founder Readiness for Fundraising 48:49 Building Relationships with Investors 50:52 Market Dynamics and Fundraising Strategies 52:49 Evaluating Investment Offers and Terms Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    1h 2m
  2. Eggs 412: Navigating the Challenges of Leadership in Tech with Josh Nielsen

    MAY 1

    Eggs 412: Navigating the Challenges of Leadership in Tech with Josh Nielsen

    In this conversation, Josh Nielsen, founder and CEO of ZenCaster, shares his journey from software developer to entrepreneur in the podcasting space. He discusses the evolution of podcasting technology, the challenges faced in building ZenCaster, and the importance of monetization strategies for podcasters. The conversation also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on the business and the growth pains experienced along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the journey of transitioning from a developer to a business leader, the importance of co-founders, and the challenges of fundraising. They discuss the dynamics of hiring the right talent, the evolution of their podcasting platform, and the strategic decisions made to scale the business effectively. The conversation highlights the significance of adaptability, continuous learning, and the necessity of building a strong team to achieve success in the competitive landscape of entrepreneurship. takeaways Josh Nielsen is the founder and CEO of ZenCaster.ZenCaster was born out of a need for better remote podcast recording.The technology for podcasting has evolved significantly over the years.Podcasters face many challenges beyond just recording, including monetization and audience growth.ZenCaster aims to provide a comprehensive toolchain for podcasters.The importance of curiosity in identifying market needs.COVID-19 accelerated the growth of remote recording solutions.Hiring a co-founder helped alleviate the challenges of solo entrepreneurship.Understanding customer feedback is crucial for product development.The journey of building a startup involves navigating many unexpected challenges. Raising money involves taking risks but can lead to significant rewards.Finding product-market fit is crucial for business success.Transitioning from a developer to a leader requires a shift in mindset.Leadership challenges can be mitigated by hiring skilled individuals.Fundraising is simpler when you have undeniable growth metrics.COVID-19 created unexpected opportunities for business growth.Building a comprehensive solution for users is essential for scaling.Hiring the right talent can significantly impact business growth.Cutting corners is sometimes necessary in the early stages of development.Continuous learning and adaptation are key to long-term success. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:30 Origin of ZenCastr 04:05 Realizing the Potential in Podcasting 06:23 Lessons Learned from Building ZenCastr 09:19 Monetization and Growth 11:38 Expanding ZenCastr's Services 12:14 Monetization Options for Small Podcasters 13:44 Building a Podcast Network for Everyone 15:13 Using Growth Algorithms to Grow Podcasts 20:48 Expansion into Show Growth and Cross Promotion 23:21 Growing Pains and Hiring a Co-Founder 25:46 Lessons Learned and the Importance of Co-Founders 29:23 Transitioning from Developer to Business Leader 30:32 Transitioning from Solo Operation to Leading a Company 35:24 Fundraising and Making Decisions 38:14 Scaling the Business and the Need for Funding 41:35 Tech Stack and Building the Platform 48:29 Hiring and Building the Team 51:08 Transitioning from Programming to Leadership 54:08 Staying Engaged with Programming 55:04 How to Connect with Josh- Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM    The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    56 min
  3. Eggs 411: The Future of Personal Branding in Sports & Beyond with Dave Behar

    APR 24

    Eggs 411: The Future of Personal Branding in Sports & Beyond with Dave Behar

    Summary In this episode, Dave Behar from ION Networks discusses the intricacies of brand building, particularly in the context of sports and personal branding. He emphasizes the importance of hyperlocal distribution and community engagement, especially for athletes looking to revitalize their personal brands. The conversation explores the changing landscape of college sports with the introduction of NIL deals, the significance of collaboration in marketing, and innovative strategies for smaller brands to break through the noise in a crowded digital marketplace. Dave shares insights on how to effectively build a personal brand and the evolving nature of business in the digital age. Takeaways Dave Behar emphasizes the importance of brand building in today's market.ION Networks focuses on hyperlocal distribution and community engagement.Revitalizing a personal brand requires strategic planning and targeted outreach.The landscape of college sports is changing with NIL deals and increased competition.Building a personal brand starts with understanding one's unique story and strengths.Collaboration can amplify marketing efforts without significant costs.The digital age has transformed traditional business practices, making relationships crucial.Smaller brands can break through the noise with creative marketing strategies.Events and partnerships can provide valuable exposure for emerging brands.Innovative concepts like pig racing leagues can attract diverse audiences.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ION Networks and Brand Building 03:24 Understanding Brand and Distribution Networks 06:15 Engagement and Collaboration in Content Creation 09:10 Revitalizing Personal Brands for Athletes 12:10 The Changing Landscape of College Sports and NIL Deals 15:16 The Importance of Personal Branding in Sports 18:11 Building a Personal Brand: Strategies and Principles 21:17 The Evolution of Business and Social Media Metrics 31:04 Navigating the Noisy Marketing Landscape 34:56 The Democratization of Media and Marketing 40:19 Creative Collaborations for Small Brands 47:01 Innovative Marketing Strategies in Unique Spaces 52:32 Exploring New Opportunities in International Markets Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    58 min
  4. Eggs 410: Building Trust Through the Human Touch with Tyler Dunagin

    APR 17

    Eggs 410: Building Trust Through the Human Touch with Tyler Dunagin

    Summary In this episode of Egg's Podcast, Ryan and Mike sit down with Tyler Dunigan, CEO of TurnServe, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of starting a business, and the strategies he employed to scale his company. Tyler shares insights on the importance of intentionality in business growth, the value of creating a positive work environment, and how he incentivizes employees through phantom equity. The conversation also touches on the challenges faced during the first six months of launching TurnServe and the evolution from a solopreneur to a successful entrepreneur managing multiple brands. In this conversation, Tyler Dunagin discusses the complexities of cash flow in property management, the entrepreneurial mindset required for branching out into new business ideas, and the importance of focusing on customer needs over personal capabilities. He emphasizes the significance of convenience in service delivery and the enduring value of human connection in a tech-driven world. Takeaways Tyler Dunnigan is a relentless entrepreneur and founder of TurnServe.He emphasizes the importance of questioning the status quo in business.TurnServe provides convenient solutions for property managers between renters.The first six months of launching TurnServe were challenging and involved long hours.Transitioning from solopreneur to entrepreneur requires building a team and systems.Creating a positive work environment is crucial for employee retention.Intentionality in business growth leads to successful scaling.Phantom equity is used to incentivize employees and align interests.Client selection is based on the ability to add value and cash flow considerations.Building processes and systems is essential for replicating success. Cash flow issues often stem from the higher-level infrastructure of property management.Affordable housing faces significant regulatory challenges that impact service delivery.Quality of life for employees and clients is a priority in business operations.Early entrepreneurial experiences can lead to valuable lessons about client management.Identifying new business opportunities often comes from recognizing gaps in existing services.Simplicity in business processes can enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.Understanding customer needs is crucial for business growth and service development.Automating simple tasks can significantly improve customer experience.AI should be used to empower teams rather than replace them.The human touch remains essential in service industries, even as technology evolves.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tyler Dunnigan and TurnServ 03:03 Tyler's Entrepreneurial Journey 06:02 Understanding TurnServ's Business Model 09:09 Challenges in the First Six Months 12:00 Transitioning from Solopreneur to Entrepreneur 15:01 Scaling the Business and Building a Team 17:56 Creating a Positive Work Environment 21:07 Intentionality in Business Growth 23:48 Phantom Equity and Employee Incentives 26:58 Client Selection and Value Addition 30:16 Navigating Cash Flow Challenges in Property Management 36:13 Entrepreneurial Mindset: Picking Ideas and Branching Out 49:08 The Overlooked Growth Levers for Founders 55:32 The Human Touch in a Tech-Driven World Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    59 min
  5. Eggs 409: The Role of Humanity in Marketing with Ryan Chute

    APR 10

    Eggs 409: The Role of Humanity in Marketing with Ryan Chute

    Summary In this episode, Ryan Chute from Wizard of Ads discusses the evolving landscape of marketing, particularly in the context of AI's impact. He emphasizes the importance of creativity, human connection, and storytelling in effective marketing strategies. The conversation explores the distinction between transactional and relational marketing, the significance of consistency, and actionable steps for small businesses to leverage their existing assets for growth. Ryan shares insights on building a brand with purpose and the necessity of getting the message right to resonate with customers. Takeaways AI can't replace human creativity in marketing.The message is what makes the channels work effectively.People have already stopped listening to traditional ads.Consistency in marketing builds trust and confidence.Getting your message right is crucial for success.Building a brand with purpose is essential for long-term growth.Don't answer questions that customers aren't asking.Impressions are often more valuable than clicks in advertising.Being present where customers look is key to success.Leverage existing assets to enhance marketing efforts.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ryan Chute and Wizard of Ads 02:25 The Impact of AI on Marketing 06:32 The Importance of Human Creativity 10:52 Understanding Marketing Beyond Transactions 15:01 The Role of Emotion in Marketing 18:42 Transactional vs. Relational Marketing 22:13 The Misconception of Lead Generation 26:43 The Power of Distinctive Branding 28:43 The Future of Marketing in an AI World 30:32 The Illusion of Masculinity and Self-Identity 33:20 Navigating the Noise of Information 35:33 Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses 38:30 Building a Trustworthy Brand 42:54 The Importance of Core Values 46:32 Effective Communication in Marketing 52:01 Growing a Business Through Consistency 58:43 Actionable Steps for Small Business Owners Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    1h 4m
  6. Eggs 408: Retirement Planning for Entrepreneurs with Ed Meek

    APR 3

    Eggs 408: Retirement Planning for Entrepreneurs with Ed Meek

    Summary In this episode of EGGS! The Podcast, Ryan and guest Ed Meek discuss the intricacies of financial planning, particularly for self-employed individuals and small business owners. They explore the importance of choosing the right financial advisor, understanding retirement goals, and the various investment strategies available. The conversation delves into risk management, tax strategies, and the implications of sudden wealth or inheritance. Ed emphasizes the need for a comprehensive financial plan that adapts to changing circumstances and the importance of liquidity in investments. The episode concludes with insights on leveraging debt for investment and the various retirement plans available for small businesses. Takeaways Financial planning is essential for thriving financially.Choosing a certified financial planner can provide valuable guidance.Understanding what you want from retirement is crucial.Investment strategies should align with personal goals and circumstances.Risk management is a key component of financial planning.Inheritance and sudden wealth require careful planning to avoid tax pitfalls.Leveraging debt can be a smart strategy for investment growth.Liquidity in investments allows for flexibility and access to funds.Small business owners have various retirement plan options available.Regularly revisiting and adjusting your financial plan is necessary for success.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Financial Planning 03:05 Choosing the Right Financial Advisor 06:05 Understanding Retirement Goals 09:13 Planning for a Shared Retirement Vision 12:16 Starting from Scratch: Building Wealth 15:21 Navigating Complex Financial Situations 18:09 Managing Sudden Wealth and Inheritance 30:26 Navigating Financial Options 37:39 Retirement Accounts for Small Business Owners 41:17 Understanding Investment Buckets 51:34 Leveraging Debt for Investment Growth Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    1h 1m
  7. Eggs 407: AI's Transformative Role in Modern Marketing with Perry Marshall

    MAR 27

    Eggs 407: AI's Transformative Role in Modern Marketing with Perry Marshall

    Summary In this episode, Perry Marshall, a renowned business growth consultant, shares his journey from being an engineer to becoming a marketing guru. He discusses the evolution of marketing from direct mail to digital platforms and the significant impact of AI on the industry. Perry emphasizes the importance of unique perspectives, niche markets, and the 80/20 principle in achieving success. He also explores the changing landscape of the music industry and the tools available for modern musicians, highlighting the need for creativity and networking in today's market. Takeaways Perry Marshall transitioned from engineering to marketing after being laid off.Direct marketing was a turning point in Perry's career.The internet revolutionized marketing practices.AI is reshaping the marketing landscape significantly.Understanding your unique perspective is crucial for success.Niche markets can be more profitable than large markets.The 80/20 principle applies to marketing and business.Creativity in artistic endeavors can enhance business performance.Networking and hustle are essential for success in any industry.Modern tools have made it easier for musicians to promote their work. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Perry Marshall 03:04 From Engineer to Marketing Guru 06:13 The Evolution of Marketing: Print to Digital 09:14 The Impact of AI on Marketing 12:03 Defining Marketing in the Age of AI 15:11 The Future of Customer Interaction 18:19 The Role of Expertise in a Noisy Market 21:16 Case Study: Solar Quotes Australia 24:13 The Asymmetry of Success in the Digital Age 30:30 The Changing Landscape of Music Revenue 32:42 Finding Your Niche in a Saturated Market 35:05 The Power of True Fans 39:36 The Importance of Understanding Your Audience 44:16 Tools for Modern Musicians 51:38 Balancing Passion and Profit 56:24 Creative Expression in Business Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    59 min
  8. Eggs 406: The Intersection of Automation and Human Creativity with Dan Abbate

    MAR 20

    Eggs 406: The Intersection of Automation and Human Creativity with Dan Abbate

    Summary In this conversation, Dan Abbate discusses his journey from a manufacturing background to becoming an entrepreneur and thought leader in automation and business efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of viewing entrepreneurship as an asset class and explores how automation can enhance business processes. Dan shares insights on innovative business models, particularly in live performance venues, and highlights the role of technology in streamlining operations in various industries, including legal video production. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of maximizing hourly value in business, the process of acquisition and optimization, and the significance of relationship development in entrepreneurship. They also delve into the concept of blockchain technology and its applications in modern business, emphasizing the need for transparency and value delivery in all interactions. Takeaways Dan Abbate is a pioneer in viewing entrepreneurship as an asset class.Automation can significantly enhance business efficiency and profitability.Listening and learning from others is crucial for personal and professional growth.Innovative business models can disrupt traditional industries, such as live performance venues.Automation is not about replacing humans but enhancing human capabilities.Identifying inefficiencies in business processes can lead to 'found money'.A successful business model often requires a commitment to unconventional practices.Technology should be integrated to reduce friction in business operations.One version of the truth in data management is essential for efficiency.Entrepreneurs must be mindful of how they and their employees spend their time. Maximize your time on high-value tasks.Understand the importance of hourly rates in business.Outsource lower-value tasks to focus on growth.Change management is crucial during acquisitions.Building relationships is key to business success.Blockchain offers a single version of truth for transactions.Investing in people you know can reduce risks.Transparency in business fosters trust and engagement.Listening to customers is essential for product development.Value delivery should be the focus over sales.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dan Abbate and His Work 04:53 Dan's Journey: From Manufacturing to Entrepreneurship 10:09 The Role of Automation in Business 15:11 Innovative Business Models in Live Performance Venues 20:01 Automation in Legal Video Production 30:08 Maximizing Hourly Value 32:11 Acquisition and Process Optimization 36:39 Finding Your Path with 81C 50:14 The Power of Relationship Development 51:59 Understanding Blockchain Technology Credits: Hosted by Michael Smith and Ryan Roghaar Produced by Ryan Roghaar Theme music: "Perfect Day" by OPM  The Carton: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Feature with Zack Chmeis of Straight Method up now!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/the-carton-by-eggs/zack-chmeis-35dae817ac28⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   The Eggs Podcast Spotify playlist: bit.ly/eggstunes The Plugs: The Show: eggscast.com @eggshow on twitter and instagram On iTunes: itun.es/i6dX3pCOn Stitcher: bit.ly/eggs_on_stitcher Also available on Google Play Music! Mike "DJ Ontic": Shows and info:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠djontic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @djontic on twitter Ryan Roghaar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠rogha.ar

    56 min
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Eggs is podcast that centers around creativity in all forms. From building businesses, personal projects and constructing brands to crafting music empires, finding social fame, fortune and more—we discuss whatever, whenever, with whomever in search of patterns, expertise, shared experience and knowledge. Along with our guests—usually experts in a field or subject—we drill down to uncover the steps taken and the hurdles crossed in pursuit of excellence, aiding our listeners in chasing down their own dreams and taking their "egg" from coup to table. Eggs is a show co-hosted by Mike Smith "DJ Ontic", a Seattle, WA based DJ and Ryan Roghaar owner of R2 Media Group, a full-service marketing communications agency based in Salt Lake City, UT and Barcelona, Spain.

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  • Creator
    Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    413
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Roghaar and Michael Smith
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    EGGS! The Podcast

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