Best Dan Hersh Podcasts (2024)

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Unlocking Motivation: The Role of the Habenula and an Iterative Mindset in Mental Health and Habits 33:15

4h ago33:15

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Send us a text Discover the intriguing role of the habenula in shaping motivation and behavior with our esteemed guest, Dr. Kyra Bobinet. This small but mighty brain region, often overlooked, deeply influencing emotions and contributing to mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. By understanding its impact, we challenge medical nor…

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Product Management Across 4 Startups: Lessons Learned with David Hersh 28:53

1d ago28:53

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Building and scaling startups involves numerous uncertainties and complexities, from ideation to exit. Many entrepreneurs and tech leaders struggle with innovation risks, team cohesion, and the fear of failure. Today, serial entrepreneur David Hersh shares his lessons from founding and exiting four large companies. David discusses key tech startup …

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From Doctor to Patient: Dr. Kadar's Journey of Overcoming Heart Disease and Embracing New Beginnings 35:56

14d ago35:56

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Send us a text Imagine feeling invincible, only to find yourself grappling with a life-threatening diagnosis and experiencing vulnerability like never before. Join us as we dive into Dr. Kadar's emotional and psychological journey from being a top-notch physician to becoming a heart disease patient. Through his candid account, you'll gain deep insi…

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How Business Leaders Should Think About Labor Mix Today with Hugo Malan 21:01

15d ago21:01

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Over the past 18 to 24 months, temporary labor usage in the U.S. has dropped by 15%, despite the strong economic performance. This surprising decline in temp labor penetration highlights a critical shift in workforce strategies and the need for companies to evaluate their labor mix. Hugo Malan, President of Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology, a…

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A Conversation on Stress, Compassion, and The Way of the Peaceful Warrior with Dan Millman 45:21

29d ago45:21

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Send us a text Discover how to find your inner peace and purpose amidst the chaos with our special guest, Dan Millman, author of "Way of the Peaceful Warrior." Join us as we navigate the critical issue of physician burnout and moral injury, especially in light of the pandemic's impact. Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque and Millman discuss the demanding nature o…

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Ethical AI: How Tech Leaders Can Balance Innovation with Transparency, Ethics, and Human Value with Ken Judy 24:54

29d ago24:54

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As AI continues to shape the future of tech, leaders must ensure they're using it responsibly while maintaining human-centric values. Navigating the ethical complexities of AI is crucial to avoid costly mistakes that could compromise both teams and technology. Today’s episode features Ken Judy, a partner at Stride. Ken has over 30 years of experien…

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The Impact and Potential of AI on Project and Program Management with Adam Roberts 20:46

1M ago20:46

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AI's rapid evolution is impacting the project management profession. It’s shifting the focus from manual crisis management to strategic oversight, enabling tech leaders to deliver higher-quality outcomes faster and more efficiently. Today’s guest, Adam Roberts, is a seasoned project management expert with over 20 years of experience at major compan…

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Harnessing Accountability: Dr. Mary Rensel, MD on Transforming Careers, Intentional Living and Personal Growth Insights 17:55

2M ago17:55

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Send us a text What if you could harness the power of accountability to transform your career and personal life? Join us on this thought-provoking episode of Worldly Physician as we sit down with Dr. Mary Rensel, a renowned neuroimmunologist and entrepreneur. Dr. Rensel takes us through her inspiring journey of creating BrainFresh and the Women’s P…

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Data Science Decoded: The Academia vs Industry Showdown with Marco Morales 30:23

2M ago30:23

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The Harvard Business Review once called data science the “sexiest job in the 21st century.” A decade later, a significant gap exists between academic training and the practical demands of data science in business. Educational programs focus heavily on technical skills without preparing students for real-world challenges. Marco Morales, a seasoned p…

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Becoming Her Own Best Friend: Dr. Olivia Ong's Journey from Injury to Self-Compassion 27:44

2M ago27:44

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Send us a text What if the intense pressures of medical school and residency could be transformed into a journey of self-compassion and personal growth? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Olivia Ong, a remarkable pain and rehabilitation physician from Melbourne, who shares her incredible story of overcoming a spinal cord injury and the h…

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Deciding When to Ditch Versus Reuse Software with Nolan Frausto 20:49

2M ago20:49

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How do you decide between ditching and reusing software? Nolan Frausto, the CTO of AdaptedMind, discusses his experience leading a complete software rewrite at the education technology startup. AdaptedMind experienced rapid growth during the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing significant issues with its outdated codebase, which had been developed over ten…

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The Hidden Struggles of Physicians: Dr. Megan Melo, MD on Perfectionism, Burnout, and Self-Care 30:57

3M ago30:57

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Send us a text What happens when a driven physician realizes that years of hard work and dedication still leave her feeling inadequate? Join us as Dr. Megan Melo shares her journey through medical school, residency, and beyond, shedding light on the hidden struggles of perfectionism and burnout that many in her profession face. Through candid story…

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Creating Meaningful Connections Through Daily Life 4:37

3M ago4:37

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Send us a text Have you ever pondered the lasting marks you leave in both your personal and professional life? In this episode of The Worthy Physician, I recount a fascinating summer adventure to New Mexico with my family to see dinosaur footprints. This trip sparked a deep reflection on the footprints we leave through our daily interactions, wheth…

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Exploring GenAI’s Impact on Tech Debt with Dan Mason 27:25

3M ago27:25

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Are you a tech leader struggling to control tech debt while navigating the rapid advancements in AI? Stride’s Head of AI, Dan Mason, is here to help us unravel the complexities of using generative AI to manage and prevent the tech debt spiral. Dan explains that GenAI's effect on tech debt largely depends on how organizations use it. With proper gui…

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Investing in 10+ Unicorns: Kevin Hartz on Finding and Crafting Winning Founding Teams 1:12:06

3M ago1:12:06

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Kevin Hartz is not only one of the most influential seed investors in Silicon Valley, but also a successful founder. In addition to early-stage investments in PayPal, Uber, AirBnB and SpaceX, he founded Xoom (exit to PayPal for approx. 1 billion dollars) and Eventbrite (IPO). With his current startup Sauron, Kevin is in the process of developing ne…

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The AI Playbook: Richard Socher’s Guide to Building a Successful AI Company 1:10:23

3M ago1:10:23

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Richard Socher, most recently Chief Scientist at Salesforce under Marc Benioff and one of the most renowned AI researchers in the world, has now founded you.com instead of joining one of the big AI companies. Richard believes that he can have a more positive impact on humanity. you.com now reaches millions of users and gives you as a user the oppor…

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Misconceptions of first-time founders: How to avoid Hiring-Red Flags & the Biggest Fallacies about Finding Product Market Fit - Dan Siroker, Limitless 1:11:43

4M ago1:11:43

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Dan Siroker built Optimizely to more than 120 million ARR before leaving the company. The company was sold and merged, and then launched, rewind.ai-now limitless.ai, a consumer product that, unlike Dan's previous company, has a software and hardware component. Dan gives deep insights into the transition from software to hardware development and the…

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How to Debug Your Team to Boost Performance with Lisa van Gelder 23:58

4M ago23:58

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Did you know that some principles of code debugging can transform your tech team's productivity? Lisa van Gelder, a tech veteran with over 25 years of experience, shares her journey from debugging code to debugging entire teams. Lisa explains the concept of 'debugging' a tech team, akin to debugging code, which is crucial to identifying and resolvi…

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Why startups fail with Dave Hersh, Founder & Author 1:09:21

4M ago1:09:21

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Only 10% of start-ups are successful and yet 82% of founders think they will be successful. 78% of start-ups don't even manage to pay back their investors. Dave Hersh scaled a company with Jive to more than 10 million dollars in turnover, took a growth investor on board and Jive later went public. Through his other positions as a coach, board partn…

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Overcoming Physician Burnout: The Power of Self-Advocacy and Collaboration with Dr. Todd Otten 28:22

4M ago28:22

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Send us a text Why do so many physicians struggle to prioritize their well-being or even consider leaving the profession despite severe burnout? Dr. Otten shines a light on the cultural and systemic hurdles, from financial worries to family impacts, that keep many healthcare providers trapped in a cycle of self-sacrifice. He shares personal anecdot…

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English is the New Python with Rob O’Brien and Moin Haque 27:08

4M ago27:08

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In a world where traditional programming skills are evolving faster than ever, tech leaders must adapt to stay ahead. Today’s guests, Rob O’Brien and Moin Haque, discuss the emerging concept of "English is the new Python." Rob is a partner at Stride and has over 10 years of experience in product and management consulting. Moin is a lead technologis…

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The Healing Power of Coaching for Doctors with Dr. Michael Hersh, MD and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, MD 38:53

4M ago38:53

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Send us a text What happens when two accomplished physicians decide to pivot from traditional medical practice to coaching? Our guests, Dr. Michael Hersch and Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma, reveal the transformative power of coaching and how it has rekindled their passion for helping others. Dr. DePalma shares her poignant tale of choosing her family ov…

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Deeptech: The hurdles of making the first Quantum Computer accessible as a B2B Cloud Product - Alexander Keesling, QuEra 1:09:28

4M ago1:09:28

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Alexander Keesling researched quantum computers at Harvard and, together with a team, decided to found a company based on his research. Today, QuEra generates tens of millions in revenue, licenses its quantum computer via AWS and is building a new quantum computer in Japan for around 41 million dollars. In the podcast, we talk about the status quo …

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Embracing Authenticity and Rejecting Societal Expectations: A Journey to Self-Worth with Jillian Rigert 46:20

5M ago46:20

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Send us a text Have you ever felt the weight of societal expectations pressing down on you, urging you to chase a version of success that never truly resonates with your core? This is a reality many of us grapple with, including our guest Jillian Rigert, who sheds light on her transformative journey of breaking free from the constraints of titles a…

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Remote Work 3 Years Later With Sean Campbell 24:02

5M ago24:02

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Remote work became increasingly attractive to employees after the pandemic because of its flexibility. Consequently, organizations now have easy access to the best talents worldwide. However, managers have to constantly deal with the overlap of the employees’ home and work life. How can managers help remote workers achieve work-life balance and cre…

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Embrace Summer: A Time for Self-Reflection and Purposeful Growth 8:21

5M ago8:21

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Send us a text As the days grow longer and the academic year winds to a close, I invite you to embrace the coming summer not just as a season for leisure, but as a pivotal time for introspection and goal-setting. Picture this: a serendipitous breakdown on a New Mexico highway led me to an epiphany about the necessity of creating intentional spaces …

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How to Enter an Industry as a Tech Leader Where you are NOT a Domain Expert with Kevin Lupowitz 20:12

5M ago20:12

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Getting a new job in today’s labor market is challenging, especially for senior tech leaders exploring new domains. New technologies have emerged, making it harder for job applicants to prove their skills. How do you transition to a new industry as a tech leader without domain expertise? Today’s guest, Kevin Lupowitz, is a seasoned tech leader with…

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1100+ investments, 40% Annual Realized Return for 26 years: How Fabrice Grinda built FJ Labs, one of the most successful Venture Capital Funds globally 1:26:10

5M ago1:26:10

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Fabrice Grinda, founder of FJ Labs and extreme athlete, explains how he has made over 1100 investments, primarily in marketplace and network-effect startups, generating an average 40% return over 26 years. Fabrice also likes to simplify a lot in his life by outsourcing things. Find out his recipe for a fulfilling life and managing virtual assistant…

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Rekindling the Healer's Spirit: Navigating Burnout and Rediscovery in Medicine with Dr. Yolanda Bogaert 44:05

5M ago44:05

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Send us a text As a healer, do you ever feel like the essence of your craft is lost beneath the weight of your white coat? Dr. Yolanda Bogaert joins us to unravel her 26-year medical career, sharing a raw and honest narrative that navigates through the tumultuous waves of burnout to a place of rediscovery. Her story serves as a beacon, illuminating…

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Navigating the Shift from War to Love Consciousness in Leadership and Self-Discovery with Dr. Teri Badydar 25:38

5M ago25:38

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Send us a text Embark on an enlightening exploration with Dr. Teri Baydar and myself, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, as we chart the course from a competitive war consciousness to a unifying love consciousness within the spheres of leadership and self-discovery. Throughout our conversation, Dr. Baydar uncovers the transformative power of the "egg model," a …

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Embracing Life's Wealth in Health and Relationships 5:33

6M ago5:33

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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself caught in the crossfire between the pursuit of wealth and the necessity of health? As your guide on this journey, I, Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, invite you to join me in a heartfelt exploration of this tug-of-war that so many of us face. This episode isn't just a theoretical debate; it's an intimate conversatio…

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How to Create a Culture of Performance in Teams with Fabio Lessa 22:19

6M ago22:19

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Is your performance review process hindering your team’s optimal performance? In assessing performance, companies often share OKRs equally among team members and then review individual performance at the end of the year based on these shared OKRs. But this approach seems to offer no incentive for teamwork or higher performance. So, how should tech …

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Second Act: Charting a New Course Beyond Medicine with Dr. Stephanie Pearson, MD 38:30

6M ago38:30

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Send us a text When life throws you curveballs, it's the strong and resilient who not only endure but reinvent themselves. This is exactly what Dr. Stephanie Pearson, MD did after a career-ending injury transformed her life, redirecting her path from a skilled OBGYN to a passionate advocate and entrepreneur. Joined by Stephanie, our conversation ex…

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The Critical Role of Financial Literacy for Tech Leaders with Anil Beniwal 27:55

6M ago27:55

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How do you achieve a company’s mission and financial success in tough economic times? My guest, Anil Beniwal, is here to help us navigate this balance. Anil is Arcadia's CTO and has over two decades of experience in the tech industry. He shares valuable insights on why financial understanding is crucial for CTOs, VPs of Engineering, and Heads of Pr…

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Consolidation as Strategy: Razor Group's Path to Market Leadership - Razor Group Founder Tushar Ahluwalia 1:05:58

6M ago1:05:58

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Tushar Ahluwalia founded the Razor Group together with his founding team in 2020. Since then, the Razor Group has received more than one billion dollars in investment and credit, acquired and consolidated many Amazon FBA businesses and most recently some Amazon aggregators, such as Perch. Today, the Razor Group is the largest remaining player on th…

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Insights into Medical Billing Optimization with Industry Expert Juli Quinn 21:09

6M ago21:09

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Send us a text Discover the cutting-edge intersection of technology and healthcare business management as Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque teams up with Juli Quinn from GoSource for an eye-opening conversation. Together, we unveil how Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems are reshaping the landscape for medical professionals. Delving beyond the surface, we di…

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Misconceptions about pitching early stage investors - with Sequoia Capital Partner George Robson 30:22

6M ago30:22

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Is the European climate for early-stage start-ups improving again? After the European fundraising ecosystem was somewhat more cautious in the years following the corona boom, the question is: how is it currently developing? Fabian meets George Robson, Partner at Sequoia Capital, probably the best-known venture capital fund in the world. Together th…

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Balancing Career and Wellness: Navigating Psychoneuroimmunology with Dr. Mary Rensel, MD 24:11

7M ago24:11

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Send us a text When we navigate the tumultuous waters of a demanding career and personal life, how do we keep from sinking? Listen as Dr. Mary Rensel, a neuroimmunologist from the heart of Cleveland, joins us to unravel the complex tapestry of psychoneuroimmunology. She illuminates the mysterious ways our emotional states can command our immune sys…

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How Spotify Optimizes Platform Reuse for Operational Efficiency with Marcus Frödin 20:55

7M ago20:55

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In times of financial constraint, how can tech companies strike the right balance between innovation and efficiency? As budgets tighten and resources become scarce, leaders must make tough decisions about where to invest their time and money. One strategy that has proven effective for many organizations is platform reuse. By building internal platf…

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Blitzscaling vs. Bootstrapping: How to choose your founder journey - Casper Rasmussen, Monta 47:45

7M ago47:45

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Monta has raised more than 120 million euros for its software platform for electric vehicles to improve the accessibility of charging infrastructure. Within 3 years, Monta has scaled to around 300 employees, is currently hiring 10-20 employees per month and is multiplying revenue annually. Previously, Monta founder Casper Rasmussen built 500+ mobil…

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Burden of Pain: A Physician's Battle with Justice, the Opioid Crisis, and Self-Discovery Through Writing 33:40

7M ago33:40

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Send us a text When a physician's dedication to easing pain collides with the justice system, what unfolds is not only a legal drama but a profound human struggle. Dr. J Joshi, our guest this week, opens up about his indictment by the Department of Justice and the arduous journey to clear his name, while adhering to the CDC guidelines for opioid pr…

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Safeguarding Healthcare: Combatting Cyber Threats in Medical Practice with Juli Quinn 18:12

7M ago18:12

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Send us a text Witness the unveiling of healthcare's hidden shield as I, Dr. Sapna Shah-Hawk, join forces with Juli Quinn, the trailblazing President of GoSource. Together, we dissect the critical safeguards every medical practice must employ to combat the alarming rise of cyber threats. When a cyberattack brought a top clearinghouse to its knees, …

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How does it feel to make a 100 million dollars with an exit? with GitHub and Gitbutler Founder Scott Chacon 1:17:31

7M ago1:17:31

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Scott Chachon is one of the co-founders of GitHub, a developer platform that was sold to Microsoft for around 7.5 billion dollars. We talk about the moment he found out about the sale to Microsoft, how much money he made from the sale and whether it made him happy. He is now founding his third startup, Gitbutler, after investing 12 million of his o…

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Renewing the Spirit of Primary Care in Rural Realms 42:33

7M ago42:33

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Send us a text Dr. Errin Weisman's voice crackles with raw emotion as she reflects on her own harrowing dance with burnout and the moral injuries that come hand-in-hand with a career in medicine. Our latest episode is a heartfelt narrative that weaves through the complexities of human connection in the world of primary care, especially within the o…

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Cost-Traps that Cost Your Company Millions David Heinemeier-Hansson, 37signals 1:09:14

7M ago1:09:14

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David Heinemeier Hansson is the inventor of Ruby on Rails and founder of 37signals, a company that has developed products such as Basecamp, Hey.com and more over the last 20 years. However, apart from Jeff Bezos, David and his co-founder Jason Friedman didn't take any money and bootstrapped the company. We talk about the biggest cost drivers for co…

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The Wandering Healer: Medicine on the Move 33:42

7M ago33:42

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Send us a text Have you ever found yourself at the brink of burnout, questioning the very path you've dedicated your life to? Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque and her guest, Dr. Goins, share an intimate conversation on the seismic shifts that can occur when a physician dares to blend their passion for travel with the demands of a medical career. Tune in to hea…

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The Art of Self-Compassion: Why Being Kind to Yourself Changes Everything 8:10

7M ago8:10

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Send us a text Have you ever felt like your own worst critic, especially under the unrelenting pressures of a career in medicine? I'm Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, and I invite you to join me in an intimate exploration of self-compassion, a powerful antidote to the harsh inner monologues that can plague us. In the demanding world of healthcare, where the p…

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Agile Kata With Joe Krebs 20:54

8M ago20:54

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How can we effect change in our tech teams to become more agile? Perhaps you've tried Scrum Agile and found that you're stuck with new vocabulary for the same old problems. If so, you may be ready for Agile Kata! Originating in martial arts, a 'Kata' involves deliberate, repetitive practice to master a form. By practicing business agility with Agil…

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How AI changes creativity forever, with Adobe’s Chief Strategy Officer Scott Belsky 38:14

8M ago38:14

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What role does creativity play for entrepreneurs? And how is the understanding of creativity changing as a result of artificial intelligence? Scott Belsky founded Behance, sold the start-up to Adobe and is now Chief Product and Chief Strategy Officer there. Adobe is one of the 50 most valuable companies in the world. At Adobe, Scott oversees all ne…

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Fostering a Culture of Autonomy and Connection in Medicine with Dr. Bradley Block, MD 33:21

8M ago33:21

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Send us a text Ever feel like the healthcare system is wrestling control out of physicians' hands? That's precisely what Dr. Bradley Block and I tackle in a riveting conversation where we unpack the challenges and solutions surrounding physician autonomy. As host of the Physician's Guide to Doctoring, Dr. Block brings a wealth of knowledge to our d…

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