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Meta Perspective is an upcoming project exploring Awakening, Meditation, Mindfulness, Consciousness, Phenomenology, and related approaches and perspectives. Join us on YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook for Community and Discussion. Insight. Awakening. Reality.
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A series of conversations with industry professionals about the craft of acting for film and television. I sit down with experts in the field and ask questions that help actors better understand what it takes to hone your craft and ultimatley book roles.
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Welcome to the Sales Transformation Podcast, the definitive stop for leaders driving change in the sales world. Hosted by Kevin Warner, we dive deep into the minds of Founders, CEOs, VPs of Sales, and Sales Development Leaders from trailblazing startups to industry-leading public companies. Our mission is simple: to illuminate the path to extraordinary sales leadership. We explore a broad spectrum of sales territories, from the intricacies of Founder Led Sales and Outbound Sales to the trans ...
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Back where it all started, The Chaser return to Triple M 104.9 for Sydney's funniest chase every weekday from 3pm. Join Chaz, Charles, Craig, Dom, Chris and Andrew for a daily radio programme with the characteristically unpredictable Chaser shenanigans. Then Catch Up on the Radio Chaser Platinum Edition every Saturday morning across Australia only on the Triple M network and App.
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This podcast is made with love by 50inTech, a worldwide network built for and by Women in Tech, welcoming all allies. A short and practical format to unlock the tech industry and make it move for real! We are talking about women in tech success stories, actionable advice to break through career or business and best practices to improve diversity and inclusion in tech. --- 50inTech connects women in tech and their allies to make a better tech. Sign up now (it's free) www.50intech.com
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Join host Elio Harmon on this episode of the 614Startups Podcast as he sits down with Evan Duignan, the innovative Founder of Alphamated. Alphamated is revolutionizing the service industry with its intelligent automation solutions, making it easier for businesses to manage and optimize their operations through state-of-the-art technology.In this ca…
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Today's episode welcomes Marcos Moura, Co-Owner and Chief Development Officer at Amada Senior Care, a franchise business that provides home care for seniors. Amada is one of the only senior care companies in North America that offers in-home non-medical care as well as assisted living placement consulting services. Amada Senior Care was founded by …
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Today’s episode welcomes Sahil Mehra, Head of Strategic Sales at Nooks - an AI-Powered Parallel Dialer & Virtual Salesfloor powering the best SDR and BDR teams. They help train the team, boost conversion rates, and multiply connect rates all while having fun in the Nooks platform. Sahil also has 6 years of experience running a go-to-market agency f…
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In this episode of the 614Startups Podcast, host Elio Harmon sits down with Tony Pietrocola, President of AgileBlue. AgileBlue is a leading AI-driven cybersecurity operations platform that empowers businesses to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats with unprecedented speed and accuracy. Learn more about AgileBlue at www.agileblue.com.Tony …
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In this episode of the 614Startups Podcast, host Elio Harmon sits down with Warner Moore, the visionary founder of Gamma Force. Gamma Force is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in cybersecurity by empowering businesses to protect their most valuable assets. Warner shares his journey as a founder and delves into the core values that guid…
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Today’s episode welcomes Evan Dunn, Head of Marketing at ServiceBell - a SaaS platform that enables their users to create first party intent and convert it into pipeline using the best account-based tactics across inbound, outbound, and marketing channels. In rare cases, an executive that isn’t the CEO or Founder becomes the leading voice in the co…
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Welcome to another exciting episode of the 614Startups Podcast with your host, Elio Harmon! In this episode, Elio sits down with Brock Leonti, the innovative Founder of Prescribe FIT, a full-service remote monitoring and lifestyle health coaching solution tailored for orthopedic practices and their patients. Brock takes us through his inspiring ent…
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In this episode, Elio Harmon discusses the daily disciplines required to be a successful business leader or entrepreneur without sacrificing physical or mental health. He emphasizes the importance of time management, regular physical activity, mindful eating, and setting boundaries. He also highlights the significance of mental health practices suc…
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Self-doubt is the lack of confidence in oneself and one's abilities, which can paralyze entrepreneurs and prevent them from taking necessary risks. It can stem from past failures, fear of failure, or a lack of external validation. Self-doubt is a common issue for entrepreneurs due to the inherent risks of entrepreneurship, the pressure to succeed, …
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Join host Elio Harmon in this relevant and practical episode of 614Startups as we delve into the perils of Shiny Object Syndrome (SOS) and its impact on entrepreneurial success. Discover how this common distraction can derail your startup's progress and drain valuable resources. Elio breaks down why SOS is a silent killer, shares personal insights,…
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Colin chats with Feras Alhlou, co-founder of Startup with Ferris, about scaling businesses and preparing for larger contracts. Ferris shares insights on learning from competitors, building a strong business, and the importance of passion, skills, and sacrifice in entrepreneurship. They also discuss the process of selling a business and the evolving…
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Colin chats with Chris Parker about building a thriving culture in a fully distributed team and scaling globally. Chris shares insights on hiring the right people, promoting internal talent, and strategically expanding into new markets. They discuss the importance of customer-centric strategies and minimizing risks in business growth. Follow the Ho…
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Collin welcomes Kate O'Neil once again, CEO of Teeming, to discuss the challenges of leadership. They talk about the importance of effective communication and adapting to change in a leadership role. Kate shares her experiences of being promoted to a higher position and the mistakes she made along the way. She also emphasizes the need for proper ma…
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Collin and guest Jeff Torbeck discuss the importance of qualifying leads in sales. They highlight the significance of spending time on high-potential accounts and efficiently disqualifying deals that are not a good fit. The conversation emphasizes the value of feedback from lost deals and the need for salespeople to prioritize their time effectivel…
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Welcome to the 614Startups Podcast, where innovation meets insight! Host Elio Harmon invites you on a journey through the dynamic world of entrepreneurship with seasoned experts Tushar Kulkarni and Morgan Koth from Big Kitty Labs. With over 14 years of pioneering software design and development, Big Kitty Labs has been at the forefront of crafting …
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Collin Mitchell and guest Carl J. Cox delve into the importance of measuring and improving the buyer-seller experience in sales. They discuss the significance of data, self-reflection, and customer feedback in enhancing sales performance. The conversation highlights the impact of timely responses to leads and the value of learning from closed loss …
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Collin Mitchell and Alan Zhao dive into the world of sales transformation, exploring the effective criteria for identifying high-intent website visitors. They discuss key indicators like page views, visit frequency, and active session time that signal serious evaluation by potential leads. The hosts also shed light on the impact of remote work on d…
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Colin interviews Feras Alhlou, co-founder of Startup with Feras, who shares his journey into entrepreneurship after being forced into it due to a layoff. Ferris discusses the challenges he faced starting a web design and search engine optimization business in the early days of the internet. He highlights the importance of learning sales skills, sha…
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Colin Mitchell chats with Chris Parker about his journey from technical marketing to sales leadership at Customer IO. They discuss the challenges of growing a global sales team while operating lean and the importance of meeting customers where they are. Chris shares insights on building a strong culture in a fully distributed team and the strategie…
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Collin Mitchell interviews Kate O'Neil, CEO of Teeming, about her experience transitioning from sales to marketing and the importance of alignment between finance, sales, and marketing. They also discuss the challenges faced by first-time leaders and the common mistakes they make, such as not asking for help and neglecting one-on-one meetings with …
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Collin Mitchell and Alan Zhao from Warmly dive into the world of revenue orchestration and the challenges of engaging prospects at the right time. They discuss the importance of aligning sales and marketing efforts, emphasizing the need for quality engagement over quantity. The hosts highlight the significance of signal-based selling and leveraging…
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Dive into the Columbus entrepreneurial ecosystem with the latest episode of the 614Startups Podcast, where Elio sits down with the dynamic Cindi Englefield, one of the driving forces behind Accelerating Angels. In this insightful interview, Cindi, a seasoned entrepreneur turned angel investor, takes us on a journey through her career evolution and …
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In this episode, Jason Wojo discusses his journey in entrepreneurship, transitioning from CEO to focusing on events and private clients. He emphasizes the importance of staying in one's zone of genius and delegating tasks to achieve better results. Jason also shares insights on sales strategies, lead quality, and the value of building a strong netw…
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Collin and Leandra Fishman discuss the importance of taking ownership of your career trajectory and embracing entrepreneurship. The conversation touches on the value of problem-solving, creativity, and pushing oneself outside of their comfort zone. The guest shares personal experiences of making difficult decisions and emphasizes the significance o…
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Collin and Jeff Torback discuss the importance of making data-driven decisions in sales. They highlight the significance of tracking key metrics, setting up proper sales stages, and utilizing tools like CRM and conversational intelligence. The conversation emphasizes the need for accurate data, effective training, and continuous improvement to driv…
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🚀 Dive into the Columbus startup scene with the latest episode of the 614Startups Podcast! Join Elio as he chats with Naveed Iqbal, the brains behind Dolr, a game-changing fintech startup. 💰 Looking to crush your student loan debt? Dolr's got you covered! Discover how they're revolutionizing the student loan payoff game by putting extra cash in you…
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Colin and Carl delve into the world of strategic planning and key performance indicators (KPIs). They discuss the importance of focusing on essential strategies that have a significant impact on outcomes, using the Pareto principle to streamline the planning process. Carl shares a compelling story about finding the most crucial KPI, emphasizing the…
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Colin and Alan Zhao from Warmly discuss the importance of engaging with website visitors in real-time to maximize conversions. They share success stories of companies increasing their pipeline by three times through proactive engagement strategies. Zhao highlights the role of AI chatbots in identifying high-intent visitors and routing them to the r…
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🌟 Dive into the groundbreaking world of Columbus startups with our latest 614Startups Podcast episode! 🚀 Join Elio as he sits down with Dr. Zeenia Kaul, the visionary Co-Founder of Reheva Biosciences, a dynamic biosciences startup shaking up the healthtech scene in Columbus, Ohio. 🌿💡 Discover how Reheva Biosciences pioneers naturally occurring comp…
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In this episode of Sales Transformation, Collin Mitchell and Ronan Pessar discuss how to build a successful SDR (Sales Development Representative) team. They cover topics such as the financial considerations of building a team, the importance of understanding the value of conversations in sales, and the cost of hiring and managing SDRs. They also p…
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Kate O'Neil and Collin Mitchell discuss the importance of alignment between sales, marketing, and finance in a business. Kate emphasizes the need for these departments to work together and share information to achieve the company's goals. Mitchell and guest Kate O'Neill, CEO of Teeming, also discuss the impact of financial models on sales and marke…
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Collin Mitchell and guest Lloyed Lobo delve into the world of entrepreneurship and sales. They discuss the challenges of starting a niche business, the importance of finding your ideal customer profile, and the power of building a community around your brand. Lloyd shares his journey of building Boast.ai and the strategies they used to bootstrap to…
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Collin Mitchell interviews Jason Wojo, a nine-figure advertiser, who shares his journey from culinary school to building a successful social media marketing agency. Jason discusses his experiences with door knocking, upselling clients, and the challenges of scaling a business. He also highlights the importance of learning from mentors and the strug…
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Colin Mitchell and Leandra Fishman discuss their journeys in sales and leadership. Leandra shares her experiences transitioning from sales to leadership roles, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and solving problems. They highlight the challenges and rewards of leadership, focusing on the significance of listening, learning, and e…
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In this episode, Collin and Jeff Torbeck discuss the future of marketplaces and the challenges faced by startups in today's funding landscape. Jeff highlights the importance of building profitable businesses and the shift towards efficiency and profitability. Torbeck also explores the role of marketplaces in connecting candidates and companies effi…
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On this episode, Elio interviews Michael Supeck and Will Zell, Founding Partners of the Ohio Angel Collective. The Ohio Angel Collective is a vibrant network of investors and startup enthusiasts dedicated to nurturing and growing the entrepreneurial spirit of Ohio. Michael and Will explain why they decided to start the OAC, how the angel syndicate …
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Before I talk about the amazing conversation that Heidi Dean was gracious enough to have with me, I need to add a quick note that this conversation was recorded before Twitter changed its name to X. Now most of you probably know that Heidi Dean is known in the industry as the top social media strategist for actors. She has also recently published a…
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Ronen shares a personal experience of miscommunication and highlights the need for understanding different communication styles. Pessar also explores the concept of radical collaboration and how it can improve teamwork and productivity. Follow the Host: Collin Mitchell (Partner, Leadium) Our Episode Guest: Ronen Pessar (Founder, Ronen Pessar Adviso…
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In this episode, host Colin Mitchell delves into the world of sales strategies with guest Carl Cox, CEO of Forty Strategy. They discuss the importance of focusing on leading indicators rather than just lagging indicators in sales. Carl emphasizes the significance of controlling actions that lead to outcomes and highlights the need for transparency …
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Alan and Collin discuss the evolution of Warmly from its initial concept as a co-founder matching platform to its current focus on enterprise solutions like Zoom Name Tags. Alan shares insights into the challenges faced and the pivotal moments that led to the company's success. The episode highlights the importance of adaptability and perseverance …
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Collin welcomes back Ryan Staley to discuss specific use cases of AI in sales. They explore how sales leaders can leverage AI to create an entire sales organization in just 20 minutes, as well as using AI for predictive analysis and client segmentation. They emphasize the importance of providing enough context when using AI and how regular use impr…
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In this episode, host Colin Mitchell interviews Kate O'Neil, CEO of Teeming, about her journey from sales to marketing. They discuss the challenges and pressures of sales, the lack of diversity in the sales industry, and the importance of aligning sales and marketing teams. Kate shares her insights on how sales and marketing can work together more …
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Tune in to the latest episode of the 614Startups podcast hosted by Elio Harmon, where we dive into the world of startup marketing with Jason Parks, Co-founder of The Media Captain and DermWarehouse. In this insightful conversation, Jason shares invaluable wisdom on proven marketing strategies that startups can employ to ignite explosive growth in t…
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Collin Mitchell welcomes guest Ronen Pessar to discuss high-performance results-driven culture. They delve into the importance of building relationships and investing in the people you work with, as well as the concept of psychological safety in the workplace. Ronan shares his personal journey from property management to sales development and leade…
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In this episode, host Collin Mitchell interviews Lloyed Lobo, co-founder of fintech company Boast. They discuss Lobo's journey from being a Gulf War refugee to becoming an engineer, accidental salesperson, and eventually an entrepreneur. Lobo shares his experiences in running founder-led sales and emphasizes the importance of communication and sell…
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Welcome to the 614Startups podcast, where we delve into the journeys of entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators shaping the future of business. In this episode, we sit down with Tim Grace, the Managing Director of Techstars Columbus powered by The Ohio State University.Tim takes us through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early ventures to hi…
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In this episode of Sales Transformation, host Collin Mitchell is joined by guest Amy Hrehovcik, a sales expert focused on teaching reps how to capture and maintain the attention of buyers. They discuss creative ways to prospect and the importance of understanding the broader scope of the business problem that sales reps address. Amy shares her expe…
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In this episode, host Collin Mitchell and guest Ryan Staley discuss the power of AI in sales and marketing. They explore the potential for AI to revolutionize the sales process and the increasing demand for AI skills in the workforce. They also discuss the role of AI in increasing productivity and efficiency in sales roles. Overall, the episode hig…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the 614Startups podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Ghose, a seasoned reporter from Columbus Business First, to delve into the riveting story of Olive, a once-thriving tech company that tragically went out of business in late 2023. Join us as we trace Olive's journey from its promising beginnin…
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In this episode, host Collin Mitchell welcomes Dale Dupree, founder and leader of the Sales Rebellion. They discuss the importance of playing the long game in sales and how it leads to success. They also talk about the need for finding good leadership and not settling for a job that doesn't align with your values. Dale shares his personal journey a…
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