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Ever wondered how to use your experience to start or grow a business? The First Customer intimately dissects successful entrepreneurs journeys to their first customer. Learn from practical real-life examples of regular people transforming into superheroes by starting their own business. Buckle up … the rocket is taking off! 

The First Customer Jay Aigner

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 94 Ratings

Ever wondered how to use your experience to start or grow a business? The First Customer intimately dissects successful entrepreneurs journeys to their first customer. Learn from practical real-life examples of regular people transforming into superheroes by starting their own business. Buckle up … the rocket is taking off! 

    The First Customer - The unconventional roadmap to being a serial entrepreneur with Founder AJ Bruno

    The First Customer - The unconventional roadmap to being a serial entrepreneur with Founder AJ Bruno

    This episode is extra special because I was lucky enough to interview THE AJ Bruno, Founder and CEO of QuotaPath. AJ wears many hats—he's a limited partner, podcast host, serial entrepreneur, commercial pilot, dad, and much more!AJ delves into the personal aspects of his life, including his upbringing in Pittsburgh, where his father's entrepreneurial spirit and career as a commercial pilot heavily influenced him. AJ recounts his early experiences in acting and entrepreneurship, which laid the...

    • 42 min
    The First Customer - Transforming Business through Compassionate Leadership with Jerry Macnamara

    The First Customer - Transforming Business through Compassionate Leadership with Jerry Macnamara

    In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Jerry Macnamara, CEO and Founder of Proven Chaos. Jerry grew up just outside of Philadelphia and his entrepreneurial spirit wasn't directly influenced by his parents but rather by his high school soccer coach. Inspired by his frustration as a senior leader making others rich with his decisions, he decided to start his own ventures. His first business, an internet company selling customized soccer uniforms, was born out of his desire to con...

    • 26 min
    The First Customer - Serial Entrepreneur Masterclass with 4x Founder Matt Watson

    The First Customer - Serial Entrepreneur Masterclass with 4x Founder Matt Watson

    In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Matt Watson, Founder, CEO, and CTO of Full Scale. Matt grew up around entrepreneurial parents who ran a flea market business, he gained early exposure to the world of business and sales. His first venture, Venn Solutions, stemmed from a serendipitous encounter with a car dealer needing software assistance. This initial success led to the growth of Venn Solutions, which was later sold to Auto Trader.Following the sale of Venn Solutions, Matt ven...

    • 23 min
    The First Customer - From Dot-com bubble burst to successful digital agency with Adam Trachtman

    The First Customer - From Dot-com bubble burst to successful digital agency with Adam Trachtman

    In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Adam Trachtman, Director and Owner of Lucid Circus. Adam's upbringing in Haverford, Pennsylvania, and his formative years at a creative and performing arts high school in Philadelphia laid the groundwork for his journey. With a blend of analytical precision inherited from his mother and a risk-taking spirit from his father, Adam embarked on a bold move to the Czech Republic at just 19 years old, driven by a desire to immerse himself in Europe's...

    • 28 min
    The First Customer - Startup and Franchising magic with Karim Kerachni

    The First Customer - Startup and Franchising magic with Karim Kerachni

    In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Karim Kerachni, Co-founder of Steamates and head of franchise development for Massachusetts at PropertyGuys.com. Karim shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey and unique approach to productivity while traveling the world. Born in Canada and raised in France, Karim's upbringing in a family of entrepreneurs and his diverse cultural background laid the foundation for his ventures. With a background in engineering and business, Karim embar...

    • 29 min
    The First Customer - The proven strategies of CEO Whitney Stowell in building a sales pipeline

    The First Customer - The proven strategies of CEO Whitney Stowell in building a sales pipeline

    In this episode, I was lucky enough to interview Whitney Stowell, Founder and CEO of Cribworks. Whitney discusses his entrepreneurial journey from a rural upbringing to navigating the fast-paced business world. Growing up on a farm instilled an entrepreneurial spirit in Whitney, who later transitioned into the professional realm by working in government and defense contracting. Whitney delves into his experience founding Cribworks and acquiring Old Glory, a professional rugby team, as its fir...

    • 23 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
94 Ratings

94 Ratings

linssul ,

Great business takeaways

Excellent podcast with engaging guests. “Cashflow is more important than your mother” made me laugh out loud. Practical business advice from entrepreneurs who’ve done it.

Sunshine Scribe ,

Great Concept

The interviews are insightful, giving very interesting and poignant advice. Definitely worth the listen and follow.

tdawg117 ,

Very well done

Great advice for businesses. I love the practical real world advice and stories of entrepreneurs getting their first customers. Will definitely keep listening.

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