Ep. 19: How Alex Knight Paved the Way for STEM Education Through 150,000 Engagements in Four Years
Release Date: 01/03/2025
Ep. 41: How Temidayo Adefioye Scaled Talenvo to 1,500 Members Across Africa in 14 Months
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In a world where countless graduates emerge with certificates yet still struggle to land their first job, why hasnโt practical upskilling unlocked those global opportunities? Thatโs the question Temidayo Adefioye set out to answer. What followed was a journey from selling his first C-Sharp CBT tool in Lagos lecture halls to building Talenvo a platform that, in just 14 months, has united 1,500 core members and empowered over 30,000 learners across Africa with real, hands-on experience. In this episode, Temidayo takes us behind the scenes of Talenvoโs rapid ascent from coding the...
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Ep. 40: How Alexander Harmsen Scaled PortfolioPilot.com to 30,000 Users in 18 Months.
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In a world where AI touches everything from the way we drive to the way we shop why hasnโt it truly transformed the way we manage our money? Thatโs the question Alexander Harmsen, co-founder and CEO of PortfolioPilot.com, set out to answer. What followed was a bold leap from aerospace and autonomous systems into the deeply personal world of financial advice building a platform that now helps over 30,000 users manage $30 billion in assets. In this episode, Alex takes us behind the scenes of PortfolioPilotโs rapid rise from writing the first lines of code himself to becoming an...
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Ep. 39: How Chris Heffernan Grew the dlivrd App to over 12,000 Drivers Across 150+ Markets in 10 Years
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In todayโs fast-paced business landscape, scaling isnโt merely about expansionโitโs about smart, strategic growth. For Chris Heffernan, founder and CEO of dlivrd, the road from a casual cheesesteak lunch in Florida to building a multi-market catering delivery powerhouse was fueled by vision, tenacity, and a keen sense for untapped potential. In this episode, Chris opens up about his entrepreneurial journeyโfrom balancing a corporate telecom role while launching a modest delivery service with just a leased Toyota Camry, to pioneering a logistics platform now operating in over...
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Ep. 38: How Brandon Liebowitz Used SEO to Grow a Client's Online Presence by 300% in One Year.
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In the crowded world of digital marketing, standing out isnโt just about getting noticed itโs about creating meaningful connections that turn clicks into customers. For Brandon Leibowitz, founder of SEO Optimizers, the journey to mastering online growth began in the early days of digital marketing and evolved into a deep expertise in search engine optimization (SEO) that transformed how businesses connect with their audiences. His story proves that sustainable growth requires more than just ranking high on Google; it demands a strategic blend of trust-building, targeted content, and...
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Ep. 37: How Engin รzer and His Team Developed Klassifier to Eliminate Language Barriers and Scale Global Impact
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In todayโs rapidly shifting tech landscape, growth means more than just getting bigger it requires purposeful innovation and keen responsiveness to market demands. Engin รzer, the visionary behind Nevitech, transformed his career from Oracle ERP consultant into the mastermind of Klassifier, an advanced AI-driven language translation and analytics tool thatโs revolutionizing how multilingual communication happens across the globe. In this scale tale, Engin shares how he overcame early product failures by combining deep technical R&D with a sharp focus on customer needs,...
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Ep. 36: How Archana Shettyโs Smart Scaling Framework Helps Companies Scale Smart, Not Just Fast
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In todayโs fast-moving business world, scaling isnโt just about growing bigger itโs about growing better. For Archana Shetty, a certified PMP, digital transformation strategist, and VP at one of the largest banks in the EMEA region, the journey to impactful leadership was anything but linear. Her path weaves through personal upheaval, cultural adaptation, and strategic reinvention proving that the most powerful transformations often begin in silence, uncertainty, and doubt. In this scale tale, Archana shares how she went from a quiet coder facing an unexpected layoff to becoming a...
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Ep. 35: How Charles Read Scaled His Payroll Company to Seven Figures by Balancing Marketing and Operations.
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In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, scaling a business isnโt just about expanding; itโs about creating the right blend of expertise, systems, and strategy that can evolve as the company grows. Charles Read, the president and founder of GetPayroll, has cracked the code on how to scale a payroll company to seven figures by aligning smart marketing with operational excellence. In this scale tale, Charles shares the story of how he took GetPayroll from a small mobile accounting service to a thriving business. A major turning point in his journey came when he made the bold decision...
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Ep. 34: How Tracy Hazzard Leveraged AI and ClickUp Automations to Produce Over 50,000 Podcast Episodes.
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In the ever-shifting world of entrepreneurship, scaling isnโt just about growth itโs about building systems that can evolve with you. Tracy Hazzard, a trailblazing CEO and co-founder of Podetize, has mastered the art of combining human creativity with AI-powered efficiency to transform the podcasting industry from the inside out. In this scale tale, Tracy shares how she helped scale Podetize into one of the largest podcast production platforms in the world, producing more than 50,000 episodes across 1,000+ shows. From custom workflow automation to bridging teams across five...
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Ep. 33: Dilip Dubey Shares How He Scaled an AI Company Back in 2012 to Over $100 Million.
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In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, success isn't just about having a great idea, it's about embracing challenges and evolving with the times. Dilip Dubey, an accomplished AI entrepreneur and investor, shares his journey of creating two groundbreaking ventures, navigating the complexities of the AI world, and how his innovative mindset is reshaping the future of business. In this Scale Tale, Dilip reveals the story behind his first venture, NetLink, a company that grew from his basement in Troy, Michigan, to a $100 million revenue powerhouse. He talks about the...
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Ep. 32: How Jake Smolarek Scaled a Multi-Million Pound Construction Business with Zero Experience
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In the world of entrepreneurship, resilience and adaptability are key to building and scaling a successful business. Jake Smolarek, a serial entrepreneur with a passion for marketing and coaching, shares his journey from humble beginnings to running four thriving businesses simultaneously. In this scale tale, Jake opens up about his transition from a construction business to a multi-million-pound digital marketing agency, the lessons he learned along the way, and the bold decisions that fueled his growth. He reflects on how his early experiences with mentorship, particularly with a man...
info_outlineThereโs nothing like an idea whose time has come. If you're feeling stuck in a cycle of self-doubt and hesitation, constantly putting off your dream business because of fear or uncertainty, then you are not alone! Our next guest is Alex Knight, a female mechanical engineer who made a bold move to leave behind a life of comfort and familiarity to answer a calling.
That calling involved starting STEMAZING, a non-profit organization that addresses the troubling gender gap in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields. And Alex did this during perhaps one of the most uncertain periods in modern history โ the Covid-19 pandemic.
Not allowing herself to succumb to self-doubt and pity, Alex quickly shifted her business model from in-person activities to online. This pivot became the catalyst for scaling reach, impact, and revenue for STEMAZING. Through strategic partnerships with corporations and schools, and a committed volunteer salesforce, STEMAZING has facilitated over 150,000 engagements to introduce STEM to children in just four years!
In this scale tale, Alex shares how a traumatic childhood event inspired her to become an engineer and eventually start STEMAZING. Youโll also learn how to:
- Identify a niche market and start a business providing solutions for them,
- Leverage digital technologies to expand your ability to deliver products and services remotely,
- Tap into your resilience and resourcefulness to navigate business challenges, and more!
Expect to be inspired to start a new business, product, or service that aligns with your passion and values while also providing a meaningful impact.
๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐ฒ๐จ๐ฎ ๐ ๐๐๐? ๐๐๐ซ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐ฉ๐จ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ!
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