From Startup to Wunderbrand

Nicholas Kuhne
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Join Nicholas Kuhne in Norway, as he delves deep into the realms of digital marketing, branding, and entrepreneurship. Explore the global perspectives of industry titans. In the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, this podcast is your reliable compass. A journey into the heart of digital marketing and branding. 🌐🎤🇳🇴

  1. APR 7

    How to Build a Business That Serves Your Life – Jake Smolarek’s 3 Proven Frameworks

    High-performance coach and entrepreneur Jake Smolarek has spent over 20 years helping ambitious people scale fast, build smarter, and create businesses that serve their lives instead of consuming them. Today he reveals his battle-tested coaching frameworks that turn big dreams into reality without the burnout. The Journey: From arriving in the UK at 19 with just £150 in his pocket to building multiple businesses (and failing along the way), Jake learned the hard way that success demands persistence, delegation, and a refusal to quit. His frameworks were forged from two decades of coaching clients and studying icons like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Elon Musk, and Steve Jobs. The Value: If you’re stuck drifting without direction or constantly starting over, Jake’s three signature frameworks give you the exact structure to build unbreakable momentum, believe in your own success, and make daily progress that actually compounds. Perfect for entrepreneurs who are done with quick-fix hype and ready for real, sustainable growth. Links & Socials: Jake’s website: https://jakesmolarek.com Find Jake on LinkedIn and Google “Jake Smolarek” Edit your podcasts like a pro:https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuqJoin me as a guest or start your podcast journey:https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne Timestamps: 00:00 – Jake Smolarek on never giving up and the crazy factor in success 01:00 – Kite surfing lessons: why you must learn to delegate early 03:00 – The origin of Jake’s coaching frameworks 04:30 – Vision GPS explained (the four ingredients) 08:00 – Why most people stop dreaming and how to restart 10:30 – The power of “Just do it” and the importance of discipline over motivation 12:00 – Jake’s personal vision and how it evolved 14:00 – Three Steps to Win Your Gold Medal 16:30 – No Zero Days + the 1% rule (Kaizen in action) 19:30 – How to get in touch with Jake Smolarek Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min

  2. 11/28/2025

    The Big Lie About Fixing Your Weaknesses – John K. Coyle on Playing to Your Strengths

    🚨 One of the best conversations I've ever had on this podcast. We talked about: 🧠 Why fixing your weaknesses might be destroying your strengths ⏳ How most people waste time (and how to reclaim it) 🏃‍♂️ Why your most powerful moments happen in seconds, not years 👶 And how to support high-potential kids without breaking them This episode is for anyone building a career, a business, or a future—and wondering if the grind is really worth it. 🎧 Listen in. Rethink time. Design your life around your strengths. Book: Design for Strengths Website: johnkcoyle.com Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    30 min

  3. 11/26/2025

    Leverage AI, Define Your Niche, and Stay Irreplaceable with Dr Angela Mulrooney

    What if AI isn’t your competition, but your best advantage? In this episode, Nicholas Kuhne chats with Dr Angela Mulrooney – branding expert, ex-dentist, and creator of a personal branding AI app – about how professionals can futureproof their identity, stand out from the AI-generated noise, and finally claim their space in the market. 🎯 What we cover: Why professionals are losing visibility in the AI age How to find your “niche of genius” and build a category-of-one brand The difference between showing your toolkit vs showing your unique value How Angela’s AI-powered app builds your brand strategy in hours Why seasoned pros have more leverage than they think 🎁 Angela’s personal branding app: https://app.unleashinginfluence.com 🌐 Learn more: https://www.unleashinginfluence.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamulrooney/ 📍 Want to be a guest or launch your show? https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne 📌 Podcast editing tools: https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuq Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    21 min

  4. 11/24/2025

    Why 10-Person Teams Will Build the Next Billion-Dollar Startups

    Raj Singh – Serial Entrepreneur, Product Leader at Mozilla, and Startup Whisperer In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to stay ahead in a world where GenAI has levelled the playing field. Raj unpacks how the role of individual contributors is shifting, why communication is now the killer skill, and how 10-person teams can now build billion-dollar companies. Also, we explore what authenticity looks like in the era of AI, and what it’s like jumping from founder life to building at Mozilla. 🔥 If you’re navigating startups, hiring in the AI era, or curious what product leadership looks like in 2025, this episode delivers the goods. Website: rajansingh.com Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min

  5. 11/21/2025

    Are Brand Agencies Still Relevant in the Canva Era? T Christian Helms says yes!

    T. Christian Helms is the creative force behind Helms Workshop, a branding agency based in Austin known for crafting bold, character-driven brands. He’s a designer, writer, speaker, and former Pentagram-er who once designed a logo in a Burger King bathroom (yep, really). In this episode, Christian and Nicholas Kuhne dive into why design without thinking is dead, how to build a brand that makes people feel something, and what separates a pretty logo from a movement. If you’ve ever been frustrated by clients picking the “safe” option, or wondered whether brand agencies still matter in an AI-driven world – this is the one to queue up. 🔥 Expect hard truths, deep thoughts on the future of branding, and a refreshing reminder that building a brand is about making possibilities, not just pretty things. Website: helmsworkshop.com Instagram: @helmsworkshop 👉 Listen in for a masterclass in creative strategy, branding bravery, and why human-first design still matters. 00:00 – Meet the “Original Mr. T”: Christian Helms 01:16 – A designer’s oddest workspace: the Burger King bathroom story 02:25 – Why design without thinking is just art 03:26 – That client always picks the worst option – why? 05:12 – Convincing clients to be brave 06:34 – Branding = creating new possibilities 08:18 – Emotional vs functional branding (and why most banks are boring) 09:58 – Do brand agencies still matter? 12:57 – Competing with giants like Landor and Interbrand 14:41 – What Helms Workshop actually does 16:52 – Will brand agencies have a renaissance? 18:33 – How Helms hires and keeps great talent 20:45 – How Christian stays inspired and avoids burnout 22:44 – Where to find Christian and his work Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min

  6. 11/17/2025

    How Big Brands Buy Media and What Startups Can Learn

    We talk real strategies for customer targeting, audience “alchemy”, and Adam’s hands-on approach to crafting campaigns that actually convert. Plus, Adam shares why he’s publishing guides, eBooks, and content to help even the smallest businesses buy media like pros. Whether you're a founder, marketer, or launching your first product – this episode gives you the straight-talking guidance you wish you'd had earlier. 🎯 Big theme? *Marketing doesn’t work without understanding people. 🎧 Edit your podcasts like a pro: https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuq 🎤 Join me as a guest or start your podcast journey: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne Adam’s Agency & Resources: 🌍 https://www.kinetic319.com 📚 Free & Paid Marketing Guides, Blog + Conversion Playbooks 📱 @kinetic319 on all platforms TIMESTAMPS & TOPICS00:00 – Why people do business with people, not brands 01:15 – Introducing Adam Ortman & Kinetic319 02:20 – What big brands like Nike really understand about consumer psychology 04:10 – What sets Adam’s agency apart: performance-driven media buying 06:00 – The problem with agencies that try to do everything 07:30 – Adam’s eBooks: why they exist and who they help 09:00 – Turning marketing theory into self-serve playbooks 10:30 – Why buying US TV ads is so complex – and how Adam made it simpler 12:00 – Kinetic319’s work in Europe + US market entry tips 14:45 – Cultural targeting and why it matters in global campaigns 16:00 – The meaning behind the name Kinetic319 17:45 – Final advice for founders and marketers Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    19 min

  7. 11/14/2025

    Closing the AI Gap: How Small Businesses Can Compete in a Billion-Dollar Tech World

    In this episode, we dive into the real digital divide — not just access to tools, but the confidence and capacity to use them. Roberto and Nicholas go deep on how small businesses, particularly in marginalised communities, can close the AI gap, scale their operations, and build generational wealth. Expect sharp commentary on: Why Roberto left government for entrepreneurshipHow tools like ChatGPT are levelling the playing fieldThe gritty truth about “full service” agencies in a fragmented worldWhether AI is taking jobs or creating themWhy listen? If you're building a business on the frontlines — without the luxury of Silicon Valley funding — this conversation is your blueprint. Real talk. Real strategy. Real impact. Call to Action: Edit your podcasts like a pro: https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuqJoin me as a guest or start your podcast journey: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhneRoberto’s Projects: https://bravenagency.comhttps://smrts.coEmail: robert@bravenagency.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberto-martinez-360⏱️ Timestamps & Key Topics:00:00 – Introduction 01:00 – Getting confused with a reality TV star 03:00 – Why Roberto walked away from government 05:00 – From grief to grit: the personal story behind Braven Agency 07:00 – Small business vs unicorn startup mindsets 09:30 – Lifestyle businesses vs visionary growth 13:00 – Why build a full-service agency in 2025? 15:30 – AI workflows, operational savings, and global talent 18:30 – The digital divide isn't about access – it's about application 21:00 – Real-world AI example: logo design from 20 hours to 5 24:00 – How AI is creating jobs in small business (surprise!) 26:30 – Roberto’s open invitation to collaborate Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    28 min

  8. 11/10/2025

    Why AI Can’t Replace Real Writers – Copywriter Sarah Ashley on Craft, Clients & Content

    She didn’t start out in writing. With roots in computer science and a pivot into business, Sarah discovered copywriting as the perfect blend of creativity and commerce. From $10 blog posts on Fiverr to hundreds of completed gigs, she's built a sustainable brand through consistency, experimentation, and serious craft. In this episode, we get into: What copywriting really is (and isn’t) How AI is helping (not replacing) real writers The “Fiverr-as-practice” mentality Managing content across TikTok, Instagram, Reddit and more The power of repurposing and storytelling across platforms Email, Substack, and why she’s jumping on podcasts Whether you’re a marketer, solopreneur, or just trying to make sense of your content strategy, this episode offers a sharp take on how to survive (and thrive) in today’s attention economy. 🔗 Edit your podcasts like a pro: https://get.descript.com/mrzy10nwivuq 🎙️ Join me as a guest or start your podcast journey: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/nickkuhne 🎯 Sarah Ashley’s Tools & Links: Services & Freebies: https://portalcopyco.com Social: @portalcopyco 00:00 – Introducing Sarah Ashley 01:30 – What copywriting actually is 03:00 – Her unexpected path from computer science to copy 05:00 – Fiverr, classical music and building the craft 07:00 – AI tools and how copywriters can stay relevant 08:30 – Using Reddit, TikTok, and Snapchat as a creative 10:30 – Multi-platform content strategy breakdown 12:30 – Platform purpose: TikTok, Pinterest, Instagram, Reddit 14:00 – Repurposing one blog into 6 pieces of content 15:00 – Making email sexy again (sort of) 16:00 – On Substack, podcasting, and finding new audiences 18:00 – Who Sarah loves working with: practical dreamers Connect with me on: All my links Become a guest Sign up for Riverside Get Descript   #DigitalMarketing #Branding #PersonalBranding #MarketingInsights #SocialMediaStrategy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min
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Join Nicholas Kuhne in Norway, as he delves deep into the realms of digital marketing, branding, and entrepreneurship. Explore the global perspectives of industry titans. In the ever-evolving landscape of marketing, this podcast is your reliable compass. A journey into the heart of digital marketing and branding. 🌐🎤🇳🇴

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