That Worked

Callan Harrington
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That Worked

Host Callan Harrington breaks down the careers of top founders and executives, pulling out the key items that led to their success. These are actual career transitions, mistakes, insights, breakthroughs, and general advice that can be immediately implemented.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Maddie Bell - Co-Founder and CEO of Scheduler AI: Driving Habit Change, Using Your Own Product, and Big Idea Thinking

    Maddie Bell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Scheduler AI, an AI appointment setter that integrates directly into your CRM, web forms, and chats to coordinate meeting times in seconds while safeguarding your show rates.  Prior to Scheduler AI, Maddie was a Brand Director for Procter & Gamble. While at P&G, she spent 12 years leading and delivering topline, bottom line, and share growth for multiple billion-dollar brands and products. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to measure if an innovative idea can become a businessThe value of a customer-centric approach to product developmentThe importance of providing value before asking for a habit change from customersThe “mind and heart” insight framework that drives impactful product developmentHow implementing your product in your own business eliminates potential roadblocksFollow Maddie on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    41 min

  2. NOV 14

    Aaron Crookes - Co-Founder & CEO of Apricity Robotics: Picking the Right Product for Your Market, Balancing Product Development vs. Business Building, and Strategic vs. Generalist Investors

    Aaron Crookes is the Co-Founder and CEO of Apricity Robotics, a startup focused on developing semi-autonomous robots to aid and assist both patients and healthcare staff. Their main goal is to automate simple tasks so healthcare staff can be fully dedicated to critical patient needs.  Prior to Apricity Robotics, Aaron worked in R&D for Autonomous Robots and Devices at Proctor and Gamble.  In this episode, you’ll learn: How to balance building the product with building the business. When it’s necessary to bring in experienced operators into a startup. The importance of understanding the financial impact of your product. How to look beyond titles to match the right team member to the right task.  The importance of finding strategic industry investors when introducing a novel product. Follow Aaron on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    36 min
  3. Amanda Epp - CEO at ScriptDrop: Creating a Network Effect, Building a Customer Flywheel, and Being Your Authentic Self as CEO

    NOV 7

    Amanda Epp - CEO at ScriptDrop: Creating a Network Effect, Building a Customer Flywheel, and Being Your Authentic Self as CEO

    Amanda Epp is a founding team member and the CEO of ScriptDrop. ScriptDrop is the only healthcare IT company specializing in medication access that serves patients in all 50 states. ScriptDrop works alongside its healthcare partners to deliver medication access opportunities through technology, empathy, and healthcare expertise. Previously, Amanda was an early employee of CoverMyMeds, moving up the ranks to ultimately serve as Director of New Product Implementation. She played an integral role in the company’s exponential growth and its eventual sale to McKesson in 2017 for 1.4 billion dollars. She also co-founded the non-profit foundation Go Get the World, which supports and empowers young women in college or early in their careers. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to create a network effect How to build a customer flywheelHow to be your authentic self as CEO The fastest way to learn a new industryHow to maintain quality during extreme growth Follow Amanda on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    41 min

  4. OCT 31

    Genevieve Bellaire - Founder & CEO of Realworld: Transitioning from B2B to B2C, Launching a Zero to One Product, and Creating a Category

    Genevieve Bellaire is the Founder and CEO of Realworld. Realworld is your companion for navigating the journey of adulthood. They help you "get it together" by simplifying and streamlining your finances, health, career, and household.  Prior to Realworld, Genevieve received her JD and MBA from Georgetown University and spent time at Goldman Sachs before ultimately launching Realword.  In this episode, you’ll learn: How to build your MVP as a non-technical founderHow to transition a B2B business to a B2C businessHow to create a marketing strategy for a zero to one productHow to leverage your network for mentorship/advisory supportThe importance of utilizing AI to meet the consumer’s need for automation  Follow Genevieve on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    37 min

  5. OCT 24

    Brian Gregory - Co-Founder and CEO of FMX: Waiting to Raise Capital, CEO Transitions, and Going Outbound

    Brian Gregory is the Co-Founder and CEO of FMX. FMX is a leading provider of purpose-built, cloud-based solutions for Public Sector organizations. They help their customers transform facility, maintenance, and operations management in the communities where everyone learns, works, and lives. Before founding FMX, Brian was a partner at Dynamix Energy Services, managing energy savings projects that highlighted the critical role of proper facilities management, ultimately inspiring the creation of FMX. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to bring facts to a feelings fightThe benefits of waiting to raise capitalThe benefits of a good capital partner beyond cash How to turn mistakes into confidence-building momentsHow to reduce reliance on paid leads and build an outbound engine Follow Brian on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    43 min

  6. OCT 17

    Lindsay Fork - Founder & CEO of Luxe Brands: Turning Challenges into New Businesses, Filtering Opportunities, and EOS

    Lindsay Fork is the Founder and CEO of Luxe Brands. Luxe Brands is a bridal fashion company with multiline offerings + brands for all brides. From La Jeune Mariee Bridal Collection, a luxury designer and special-order boutique located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, to "luxury for less" with multiunit Luxe Redux, the company caters to serve all brides. Lindsay recently won the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the East Central Region.  In this episode, you’ll learn: The importance of filtering new opportunities. How to retain talent through performance recognition. How to navigate the fear of letting go and delegating responsibilities. How to turn challenges in one business into new separate businesses. The impact of external accountability with the Entrepreneur Operating System (EOS).  Follow Lindsay on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    42 min

  7. OCT 10

    Chris Powell - CEO of Talmetrix: Red Pill Moments, Going from Corporate to Startup, and Channel Partnerships

    Chris Powell is the CEO of Talmetrix, an employee feedback and analytics company with a mission to humanize data to further workplace well-being. Leading up to Talmetrix, Chris built a career in human resources, including working as the Chief Human Resources Officer for Scripps Networks Interactive.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to capitlize on “red pill or blue pill” momentsThe strategic value of combining software with service The importance of identifying the right data points in human resourcesHow to adjust from large corporate budgets to scrappy start-up marginsHow to identify and sync up with philosophically aligned channel partners Follow Chris on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    38 min

  8. OCT 3

    Tsavo Knott - Co-Founder and CEO of Pieces: Building a Community, Trusting your Gut, and Company Events

    Tsavo is the CEO and Co-Founder of Pieces, a suite of on-device developer tools that boost productivity by helping you solve complex development tasks through a contextual understanding of your entire workflow. Tsavo was an entrepreneur from the jump, founding his first company, accent.ai, straight out of high school.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to balance gut instinct with market feedbackThe importance of elevating your EQ to put together top-tier teamsHow to reach developers in the sales process through building communityHow to transform organic adoption and early champions into massive growthThe strategy behind company events and engaging the local community to build a positive company culture Follow Tsavo on LinkedIn Connect Follow Callan on LinkedIn Subscribe to the Newsletter

    34 min
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Host Callan Harrington breaks down the careers of top founders and executives, pulling out the key items that led to their success. These are actual career transitions, mistakes, insights, breakthroughs, and general advice that can be immediately implemented.

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  • Creator
    Callan Harrington
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    102
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Callan Harrington
  • Show Website
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