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Ep 72: How to Create and Grow a Multi-Billion Dollar Company with Dan Macklin

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Release Date: 09/28/2022

Ep 92: Overcoming the Odds: Learn to Build Wealth Through Credit and Real Estate with Brandon Elliott

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

In my latest episode of Inside the Lion's Den podcast, I had the privilege of sitting down with Brandon Elliott, CEO and founder of Credit Council Elite, for an inspiring conversation about transformation, resilience, and innovative approaches to real estate investing. Growing up in challenging circumstances with a dysfunctional family background, he initially took a wrong turn in life. However, a life-threatening accident in 2013 - where he suffered severe burns in an explosion - became his wake-up call. Rather than letting this setback define him, Brandon used his house arrest period to...

Ep 91: From the Biggest Stages to Business Success: A Story of Setbacks, Grit, and Resilience with Menina Fortunato

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

What struck me most about Menina's story was her incredible resilience. Growing up in Canada with parents in the dance industry, she fought against their initial skepticism to pursue her dreams. At just 18, she secured a U.S. work visa independently and made the bold move to Los Angeles. Within months she was dancing alongside industry giants like Paula Abdul and Britney Spears. During our conversation, Menina shared how motherhood prompted her first major career pivot from performing. But what I found particularly fascinating was how the COVID-19 pandemic, despite its challenges, became an...

Ep 90: The CEO’s Secret Weapon: How Leaders Build High-Performing Companies with Katy Trost

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

In my latest episode of Inside the Lion's Den, I had the pleasure of hosting Katie Trost, an elite executive coach who brings a fascinating approach to helping tech CEOs scale their companies. What struck me most about our conversation was Katie's unique perspective on executive coaching – she's laser-focused on supporting CEOs rather than companies, a distinction that fundamentally shapes her entire practice. We dove deep into the critical challenges of scaling a business, exploring everything from building high-performing executive teams to creating effective board dynamics. Katie broke...

Ep 89: From Grief to a World Record: Empowering the Next Generation with Miriam Laundry

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

This episode offers valuable lessons for aspiring authors, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in the publishing industry. Miriam's story demonstrates how passion, perseverance, and a willingness to learn can transform a personal mission into a thriving business that impacts countless lives. Miriam candidly shares the challenges and triumphs of both self-publishing and traditional publishing, offering valuable insights for aspiring authors. She explains how her speaking engagements at schools evolved into a thriving business, eventually leading to the creation of her own publishing company....

Ep 88: From Vision to Profit: Samantha Skelly's Approach to Energy, Vision, and Growth

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

In this engaging episode, Aryeh sits down with Samantha Skelly, founder of Pause Breathwork. The conversation weaves through Samantha's entrepreneurial journey, from her early days of making jewelry to becoming a leader in the breathwork industry. Samantha shares her fascinating story of discovering breathwork in Bali, which led to healing her own eating disorder and eventually creating a successful business. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of building an app, emphasizing the importance of having a clear vision and the right team. The episode takes an intriguing turn as Samantha...

Ep 87: Building Strong Teams using Courage, Culture, and Calculated Risks with Adrian Koehler

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Adrian Koehler, the founder of Take New Ground, shares his journey from nursing to leadership coaching in this engaging interview. He explains how his experiences in healthcare, spiritual communities, and philanthropic work shaped his approach to coaching entrepreneurs and business leaders. Adrian's unique background, which includes working with prison inmates and trust fund kids, gave him valuable insights into human behavior and personal growth. Throughout the conversation, Adrian emphasizes the importance of key leadership qualities such as personal responsibility, adaptability, and the...

Ep 86: The Power of Expectations and Culture: How They Shape Success and Failure with Shaun Clark

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Shaun’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and adaptability. He shares how he navigated the ups and downs of his career, from losing a promising internship during the dotcom crash to building and selling successful businesses. His candid reflections on past mistakes and learning experiences offer valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. The episode dives into the entrepreneurial journey of Shaun Clark, CEO and co-founder of HighLevel Software, as we explore Shaun's path from his early ventures to the creation of HighLevel, a CRM and marketing automation platform. Shaun...

Ep 85: Adley’s Viral Video Strategy: From Bankruptcy to Consistent 1 Billion Views a Month

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Get ready to step into a world where creativity reigns supreme and the hustle never stops. Today I’m talking to Adley, a one-of-a-kind content creator turned business maven, as she shares her incredible journey from facing the mic on The Voice to masterminding a digital empire. We discuss the highs and lows of transitioning from the glitter of the entertainment industry to the grip of content creation and business strategy. With a knack for storytelling that captivates, Adley offers up a play-by-play of the strategies that catapulted her content to hundreds of millions of views weekly. Our...

Ep 84: Cyber Fraud: Protecting Your Assets In A Fast And Growing $9 Billion Industry with Kathy Stokes

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Today we have an incredibly timely and educational show lined up for you with Kathy Stokes, the director of fraud prevention programs at AARP. Our conversation unfolds with a personal touch as I share a recent experience where my digital wallet was hacked. Kathy offers a powerhouse of insights, stressing the importance of reporting such incidents to potentially recover stolen funds through blockchain tracing and tying together cases against transnational criminal enterprises. We talk about the emotional impact of being scammed, the technical sophistication of these fraudulent scripts, and the...

Ep 83: Nature vs. Nurture: Unpacking the DNA of Entrepreneurship with Keaton Hoskins

Inside the Lion's Den: A Business and Leadership Podcast

Today we have an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship and networking with Keaton Hoskins, also known as "the muscle" from the Diesel Brothers and founder of Limitless Society! Together, we explore the raw truths of starting and running a business, emphasizing the vital role of networking and the sometimes overlooked value of paying for invaluable experiences. We shed light on the glamorized image of entrepreneurship, discussing the unseen hard work and the shift away from the traditional path to success. Keaton opened up about his journey, starting at 21 after a family loss, refusing a...

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My guest today is Dan Macklin, cofounder of SoFi, a multi-billion dollar publicly traded company, and the CEO of Salary Finance Inc. We talk about what it takes to grow a multi-billion dollar company, what it takes to raise capital, and the pitfalls and challenges along the way. We discuss shifting roles from co-founder of one company, to CEO of another, moving from the corporate to the start-up world, and the links of financial stress on a person’s well-being. Dan has some great anecdotes and advice for anyone trying to grow their own company.

Daniel Macklin is the co-founder of Social Finance Inc. ($20+ billion IPO), and CEO of the United States arm of Salary Finance Inc. He holds a B.A. in Business Economics from University of Durham in England, and an M.S. in Management degree from Stanford Graduate School of Business. Dan has been featured on Bloomberg, CNBC, Forbes, Reuters, and the Wall Street Journal. He is also an angel investor, guest lecturer at Stanford University, Tottenham Hotspur devotee, and future Amazing Race contestant.

In this episode, we'll cover:

- Dan’s work history and education before he co-founded SoFi

- Tips for raising money and pitching to investors

- Advice and things to avoid for your first three years of a new business

- Dan’s decision process in leaving a company he founded and deciding what to do next

- How Dan got involved with Salary Finance Inc

- How Salary Finance Inc works and its challenges for the future

- Financial stress and its links to your overall wellness

- Making the move from the corporate to the start-up world

- Role differences and similarities between a founder and a CEO

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