Best Steve Sima Podcasts (2024)

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Stand Up For Yourself - How To Be More Assertive 21:12

10h ago21:12

21:12

Do you want to stop being a pushover and stand up for yourself? What if the reason you struggle to be assertive has nothing to do with "weakness", but rather, it has to do with a distorted view of reality and a lack of self-respect? Expect to learn: The 3 Reasons We Struggle to Assert Ourselves: 1. The Fear of Rejection 2. You Don't Want To Be A "B…

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Leveraging Data for Competitive Advantage in Advertising with Comscore’s Steve Bagdasarian 21:26

44m ago21:26

21:26

On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks to Steve Bagdasarian, Chief Commercial Officer of Comscore, Inc., to explore the evolution of ad measurement and the convergence of traditional and digital media. Key Takeaways: (02:00) Measurement data offers competitive advantages. (02:05) Media strategy is now driven by actionable data. (04:00) The importanc…

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Why Nice Guys Don't Have To Finish Last - Dr. Robert Glover 57:33

1M ago57:33

57:33

What if prioritizing your own needs doesn't make you "selfish", but rather, will make you a better lover, husband, father, AND more attractive? Dr. Robert Glover is the bestselling author of the iconic men's advice book: No More Mr. Nice Guy Expect to learn: - The 3 masculine qualities that women are attracted to - What is "Nice Guy Syndrome"? - Wh…

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Revolutionizing Market Research Using Creativity and Human-Centric Insights with Holland Martini of GOODQUES

2M ago

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Holland Martini, Chief Insights Officer of GOODQUES, who shares her journey and insights on revolutionizing market research through creativity and human-centric methods. Key Takeaways: (00:00) Holland emphasizes the importance of being comfortable with discomfort. (03:31) The role of data at GOODQUES is not …

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Leading New Frontiers in Consumer Behavior and Data Science with Alex Hunt of Behaviorally 22:18

2M ago22:18

22:18

On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks to Alex Hunt, CEO of Behaviorally, about the transformative role of technology in the market research industry and how Behaviorally leverages AI and digital tools to innovate data insights. Key Takeaways: (00:54) Technology’s inevitable impact on industries. (03:16) Alex’s shift to pioneering behavioral science…

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Why You're Afraid to Try Hard - Richie's Redemption 10:14

3M ago10:14

10:14

What if the reason you're not trying your hardest isn't because you're lazy, but rather, it's because of cynicism? Expect to learn: - Why it's so tempting to act cynical - Where does cynicism originate from? - What price do we pay by being cynical instead of trying hard? - Why people who try hard have the most fun Video Link: https://youtu.be/2vKR5…

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Unlocking the Secrets of Customer Satisfaction at the Point of Purchase 20:37

3M ago20:37

20:37

On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks with Georgina Nelson, CEO and Founder of TruRating. They delve into the transformative role of consumer feedback in retail and how Georgina’s varied career path contributed to her innovative approach to business. Key Takeaways: (01:39) Georgina’s journey from psychology to law. (03:00) Reliable consumer data is…

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Behind the Success of Field Agent with Co-Founder Rick West 38:43

4M ago38:43

38:43

On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Rick West, Co-Founder and CEO of Field Agent. They delve into Rick’s journey from a significant tenure at Procter & Gamble to establishing Field Agent, a company at the forefront of retail and consumer data innovation. The discussion uncovers how Rick’s strategic use of corporate severance as seed money laid…

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Leading Through Innovation and Insight with Chris Havemann of RealityMine 28:15

4M ago28:15

28:15

On this episode, host Sima Vasa sits down with Chris Havemann, CEO of RealityMine, to explore the evolution of data collection and its impact on market research. Chris shares experiences gained from his journey in the insights industry, highlighting the shift from survey data to behavioral data collection. Key Takeaways: (01:18) The beginnings of C…

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Why Do We Brag? 11:13

4M ago11:13

11:13

What if bragging (or "humblebragging") has nothing to do with vanity or narcissism, but everything to do with a lack of self-acceptance? Expect to learn: - What past experiences led us to start bragging? - What insecurities are causing us to brag? - What does bragging do to our self-worth? And what can we do about it? - Why Aladdin never actually n…

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Restech with Patrick Comer and Sima Vasa 22:40

5M ago22:40

22:40

On this episode of Data Gurus, Sima Vasa and Patrick Comer, Co-Founders of restecher, delve into the intricacies of the Restech industry. They discuss how it’s reshaping market research, integrating new technologies and influencing business strategies. Their conversation highlights the impact of the Restech landscape on traditional research methods…

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Leading the SaaS Analytics Revolution at Qrvey with Arman Eshraghi 28:55

5M ago28:55

28:55

On this episode, host Sima Vasa sits down with Arman Eshraghi, CEO and Founder of Qrvey, for an in-depth conversation about revolutionizing data analytics through seamless integration of collection, analysis and automation processes. Arman unveils the unique capabilities of Qrvey, highlighting its role in enhancing SaaS applications with advanced e…

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A Pioneering Approach to Revolutionizing Consumer Insights with Steve Phillips of Zappi 22:53

6M ago22:53

22:53

On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks to Steve Phillips, Founder and CEO of Zappi, about pioneering automation and artificial intelligence in market research to enhance consumer insight efficiency and quality. Key Takeaways: (01:10) The origin of Zappi for efficient consumer insights. (02:22) Zappi’s evolution toward quality and meta analytics. (03…

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Can DNA Help Us Find Our Purpose? - Dr. Antoine Eid 34:16

6M ago34:16

34:16

"Genetics influence 30-70% of our personality" Dr. Antoine Eid is a behavioral genetics researcher at Cambridge University, and the founder of MeetYourself, a startup that combines DNA and personality testing to reveal our hidden talents and preferences. Expect to learn how genetics can reveal our hidden potential, how discovering our genetic prefe…

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Unveiling the Future of Shopper Insights with Amishi Takalkar of Nailbiter 29:36

7M ago29:36

29:36

On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks with Amishi Takalkar, Co-Founder and CEO of NAILBITER, exploring the transformative role of video in capturing authentic shopper behaviors and insights. Key Takeaways: (01:30) Amishi journeyed from an aspiring VJ at MTV India to the CEO of NAILBITER. (02:17) Amishi’s career evolution, specifically her roles at …

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Can't Say "I Love You"? - Why We Struggle to Express Affection 12:48

7M ago12:48

12:48

Do you have someone you really care about, but when it comes time to express your affection for them, whether it's in the form of a hug, a kiss, or a simple "I love you", you just can't bring yourself to do it? This episode is about why we struggle to express affection, and how we can change our mindset about it.…

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Retail’s Future Shaped by Data Monetization with Panayotis Gezerlis of Convert Group 19:59

8M ago19:59

19:59

On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Panayotis Gezerlis, Founder and President of Convert Group, to delve into the evolution of retail and e-commerce through data analytics and transparency.Key Takeaways:(02:25) The shift from consulting to data-driven retail strategies.(06:32) The importance of tactical decision-making in marketing and sales.(…

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Adapting Technology for Meaningful Insights with Ben Hookway of Relative Insight 31:57

8M ago31:57

31:57

On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Ben Hookway, CEO of Relative Insight, who delves into the intricacies of leveraging language analytics and unstructured text data to drive business insights.Key Takeaways:(07:54) Exploring the innovation behind comparative linguistic analysis and its practical applications in various industries.(13:49) Compa…

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Romantic Relationships - Why You're Obsessed About Them 12:28

9M ago12:28

12:28

What if the reason we're obsessed about relationships - is because we're using them to avoid dealing with our problems? In this episode, we discuss how romance is like a video game - a game called The Relationship Escalator, and how we like using this video game to distract us from the difficult problems in our lives.…

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Why We Try to Impress People 13:17

9M ago13:17

13:17

Do we try to impress people because of vanity? Or does it actually have to do with feeling unloved in our past?

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Riding the Wave of Industry Evolution with Matt Britton at Suzy 24:49

9M ago24:49

24:49

On this episode, host Sima Vasa is joined by Matt Britton, Founder and CEO of Suzy, for an enlightening conversation about the direction the market-research industry is headed and how leaders evolve with it.Sima and Matt discuss:- The lagging adoption of new technologies, and how resulting inefficiencies get passed on to the consumer.- Generational…

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Self-Awareness - The Superpower You Never Knew You Needed 12:17

9M ago12:17

12:17

Discover how Self-Awareness can help you strip away the power of your deepest insecurities.By Steve Sima

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Is Perfectionism Holding You Back? 14:53

9M ago14:53

14:53

What if Perfectionism has nothing to do with striving for greatness, but everything to do with crippling insecurity?By Steve Sima

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The Evolution of Location Data and Consumer Privacy with Francesco Guglielmino of Cuebiq 30:27

9M ago30:27

30:27

In this episode, Francesco Guglielmino, CEO of Cuebiq, joins host, Sima Vasa, to discuss the evolution of location data and prioritizing consumer privacy.Key Takeaways:(03:49) Implementing a privacy framework with consent tracking and a withdrawal option, despite challenges.(12:22) How younger generations show greater willingness to use digital too…

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Dating Apps - Why You Can't Stop Using Them 12:10

10M ago12:10

12:10

If dating apps make everyone so miserable, how come we can't stop using them? How do we stop them from dominating our attention and our lives? What's the underlying emotional reason that causes us to invest so much time on Tinder, Hinge, and Bumble?By Steve Sima

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Why You Can't Stop Procrastinating 10:05

10M ago10:05

10:05

What procrastination has nothing to do with laziness, but everything to do with guilt and anxiety?By Steve Sima

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Creating Value-Added Research Systems with Basel Fakhoury of User Interviews 19:49

10M ago19:49

19:49

On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Basel Fakhoury, CEO and Co-Founder of User Interviews, for an enlightening conversation about Basel’s work in improving data acquisition specificity.During their conversation, Basel and Sima discuss:- Using data to uncover needs in the market to better cater products and services to a particular niche.- The …

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Ethical Quandaries in AI Models with Dr. Loubna Bouarfa at OKRA.ai 26:34

11M ago26:34

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa is joined by Dr. Loubna Bouarfa, CEO and Founder of OKRA.ai and Member of the Board of Advisors of the Oxford Internet Institute, who shares her unique perspective on the ethical questions around the increasing capabilities of AI technology.Sima and Dr. Bouarfa discuss the following:- How different business models ca…

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Building Predictive AI with Thomas Zoëga Ramsøy at Neurons 23:08

11M ago23:08

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa is joined by Thomas Zoëga Ramsøy, Founder and CEO of Neurons, to hear how he and his team are using large data sets to build AI models that can predict human behavior.In their conversation, Thomas and Sima discuss:- How a public methodology can build consumer trust in the data acquisition industry.- The intersection …

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Purpose-Driven Data with Rob Pace at HundredX 21:13

12M ago21:13

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks to Rob Pace, Founder and CEO of HundredX, about using data in a mission-driven organization to drive positive outcomes for both the business and the community.Rob and Sima discuss the following:- A business has to be profitable to provide the resources needed to pursue goals aligned with its mission.- Outcomes-…

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Leveraging AI as a Research Tool with Chris Barry at The Evolved Group 32:22

12M ago32:22

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa is joined by Chris Barry, CEO of HumanListening™ at The Evolved Group, who discusses the role of AI tools, specifically large language learning models, in data research.Chris and Sima discussed the following in relation to AI and data acquisition:- The ability of AI to elicit better responses from consumers than huma…

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