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Join Taylor (@ttrusty) and Flaviu (@FlaviuSim) as they interview inspiring founders, and discuss entrepreneur ideas, news, experiences, struggles and successes. This is Founder Secrets. Watch the episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersecretspod

Founder Secrets with Taylor and Flaviu Founder Secrets

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Join Taylor (@ttrusty) and Flaviu (@FlaviuSim) as they interview inspiring founders, and discuss entrepreneur ideas, news, experiences, struggles and successes. This is Founder Secrets. Watch the episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/@foundersecretspod

    Exploring the Intersection of AI, Law, and Entrepreneurship with Atty. Rania Sedhom

    Exploring the Intersection of AI, Law, and Entrepreneurship with Atty. Rania Sedhom

    Prepare to get a fresh perspective on how AI is revolutionizing the legal profession in our revealing conversation with Atty. Rania Sedhom.

    We will be scrutinizing the profound impact of AI on the legal sphere, and weighing the risks and rewards it brings along. We investigate how tasks like legal research are being revolutionized, and even potentially automated by AI. Yet, we also shed light on the potential pitfalls, such as the risk of machine error, and the impact on training opportunities for budding lawyers.

    So, strap in for an informative journey that explores the dynamic interplay between AI, law, and entrepreneurship.

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    • 41 min
    From Crowdfunding to Crowd Granting: The Charitable Revolution with Emily Rasmussen

    From Crowdfunding to Crowd Granting: The Charitable Revolution with Emily Rasmussen

    What if there was a more impactful and cost-effective way of giving to charity? Ever heard of a Giving Circle? Join us as we engage in a captivating conversation with Emily, the founder of Grapevine. Listen in as she delves deep into the innovative concept of Giving Circles, and how it's revolutionizing charitable giving.

    Emily helps us understand the changing preferences of the younger generation and the subsequent challenges in engaging them in charitable work. We also touch upon the exciting possibilities that crowd granting presents over traditional crowdfunding.

    Tune in to this episode to learn, explore and possibly find your inspiration to join the giving circle movement.

    Connect with Emily:

    Twitter: @em_rasmussen
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-rasmussen-02816619/

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    • 47 min
    Turning an idea into a Successful Business Venture with Stanley Vergilis

    Turning an idea into a Successful Business Venture with Stanley Vergilis

    In this episode, we are in for a riveting ride on the rollercoaster journey of Stanley Vergilis, the mastermind behind Hux.com and Hotspot.com.

    Hear about how he landed an investment from Tim Draper of DFJ, a venture fund that has invested in the likes of Tesla and SpaceX.



    Stanley’s unique approach to building a product experience on Hotspot that stands out from platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Google, and Yelp, is sure to inspire entrepreneurs.



    Get ready for an episode packed with entrepreneurial wisdom, innovation, and the power of clarity of thought.


    Connect with Stanley:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanleyvergilis/



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    • 41 min
    SaaS Entrepreneurship After a Finance Career with James Adler

    SaaS Entrepreneurship After a Finance Career with James Adler

    Listen in as we follow the incredible journey of our guest, Jim, who transitioned from finance to entrepreneurship, and co-founded a successful SaaS business. He gives us insights into the nuances of private and growth equity investments and the vital decision-making processes in choosing a path to follow. Jim also discusses the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business and the ingenious strategies they implemented to adapt, survive, and thrive.



    If you're a budding entrepreneur or a finance professional considering a career pivot, this episode is a must-listen for you. Be prepared to be enlightened and inspired!



    Connect with Jim:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrobertadler/


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    • 38 min
    Elianna Goldstein: Changing the Game in Skin Cancer Prevention through Modern Health Ritual

    Elianna Goldstein: Changing the Game in Skin Cancer Prevention through Modern Health Ritual

    Today, we're jumping into a fascinating conversation with Elianna Goldstein, founder of Modern Ritual Health, who decided to take a stand against the silent predator that is skin cancer.


    Growing up in a family of medical professional, she transitioned from advocating against free tanning beds on college campuses to founding a health tech startup. We'll learn about the unique challenges Elianna faced in developing AI models for skin health care and breaking into the market.



    So, get comfortable and join us for this inspiring conversation on entrepreneurship, innovation, and healthcare.



    Connect with Elianna:

    Instagram: @elianna_kay

    LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ekg919



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    • 34 min
    Indie Maker Tiago Ferreira on Building an AI Business Today

    Indie Maker Tiago Ferreira on Building an AI Business Today

    Ever wonder how a full-time indie maker navigates the world of entrepreneurship? Join us as we chat with Tiago, an innovative full-time indie maker who's making waves in the podcasting industry. His journey started with working on a climate change app, before he eventually carved a niche in podcast services with his brainchild, Pod Squeeze.

    This remarkable tool leverages artificial intelligence to generate podcast descriptions, show notes, and tweets, soaring to an impressive 11K MRR within just five months.

    Tiago openly shares about his trailblazing path, the failures and victories he experienced, and the unique community that supports and surrounds indie makers.

    Our conversation with Tiago takes you behind the scenes of PodSqueeze, revealing how he harnessed the powers of Reddit, Twitter, chatGPT, and OpenAI to attract customers and generate content.

    He shares valuable insights about his entrepreneurial journey, especially underlining the significance of early traction in a product's life cycle.

    Tiago doesn't shy away from discussing the tough calls he's had to make, like killing off projects that didn't take off within the first month. Yet, he also shares his ambitious goals for PodSqueeze, aiming for growth without compromising his freedom.

    Join us and get a glimpse into this indie maker's fascinating journey, you might just learn a trick or two!

    • 24 min

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