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Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam TorresDisrupting Narratives: Joy Donnell on Storytelling for Social ChangeOn Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Joy Donnell, Writer, Producer, and Co-Founder of CIME, about using storytelling to shift narratives, challenge stereotypes, and create inclusive spaces. Joy shares how community, creativity, and disruption fuel her mission to drive cultural change.
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2025-09-1110 min
Pouring StoriesHonesty & Hard Truths | Adam O'Donnell | Pouring Stories Episode 9Adam O’Donnell, the mastermind behind Jive Turkey in Las Vegas, spills the tea on the wild, unexpected chaos of opening your first bar. He’s dropping truth bombs about why bartending shouldn’t be some snooty, pretentious gig—and then cranks it up a notch with the iciest, most gangster "Icing" moment ever captured mid-interview. This is the raw, unfiltered bar life story you didn’t know you needed! 0:00 Honesty and hard truths w/ Adam O’Donnell2:10 Sparrow & Wolf7:30 G4 tequila9:55 Additive free22:36 Building bars/inefficient bar designs 13:38 S...
2025-07-081h 42
The Podcast On PodcastingPodcasting Opens Doors You Never Thought Possible - Patrick O'Donnell [510]Retired police sergeant Patrick O'Donnell reveals the gritty truth behind his leap from street patrol to podcasting and publishing! Uncover his secrets to authentic storytelling, learn why real police work isn't like TV dramas, and see how his podcast unlocked surprising opportunities—including book deals and TV appearances. Get inspired by his no-BS advice to tell your story and keep pushing forward! WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Why you should "dig the well before you're thirsty" The surprising impact podcast appearances can have How to monetize podcasts creatively Top 3 things crime dramas always get wrong Cr...
2025-04-1436 min
Sit Down Startup[$10M+ Raised] Mark Doble, Co-Founder of Alexi, on Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Product-Market Fit in Legal TechWelcome back to this week’s episode of Sit Down Startup! Today, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Mark Doble, Co-Founder of Alexi, to explore his inspiring journey in the legal tech space and the challenges of achieving product-market fit while raising over $10 million in funding.Join us as Mark shares his experiences transitioning from law to entrepreneurship, the pivotal moments that tested his resolve, and how Alexi is revolutionizing legal research through innovative AI solutions. He emphasizes the importance of conviction, adaptability, and understanding market needs in building a successful startup.
2025-02-1218 minSit Down Startup[Harnessing AI Technology for Business Growth] Founder Daniel Saks Discusses Persistence, Overcoming Rejection, and the Evolution of AppDirect and LandbaseIn the latest episode of Sit Down Startup, Adam O'Donnell sits down with Daniel Saks, co-founder and CEO of Landbase, to delve into his entrepreneurial journey, including the successes and challenges he faced while building AppDirect. Daniel shares invaluable insights into the evolution of AppDirect, which has grown into a unicorn valued at over half a billion dollars, and how those experiences shaped his current venture, Landbase.Discover the pivotal moments during the early days of AppDirect, including the struggle to achieve product-market fit and the lessons learned from facing rejection. Daniel discusses the...
2025-01-2922 minSit Down Startup[Sustaining Competitive Edge] CEO Randy Wootton of Maxio on the Dynamics of Product-Market Fit in a Changing LandscapeWelcome back to this week’s episode of Sit Down Startup! Today, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Randy Wootton, CEO of Maxio, to delve into the intricate dynamics of sustaining product-market fit in the ever-evolving landscape of B2B SaaS.Join us as Randy shares his unique journey from military leadership to the helm of a transformative billing and revenue management company. He discusses how Maxio is redefining the standards of product-market fit, particularly in a market increasingly influenced by AI and changing customer needs. Randy highlights the critical importance of continuous adaptation, co...
2025-01-1522 min
Money Mastery UNLEASHEDBuilding Legacy: Why Heritage Matters More Than Inheritance with Special Guest Scott DonnellIn this episode of Money Mastery Unleashed, host Adam Olson welcomes guest Scott Donnell, an influential business owner, author, and speaker who has shared the stage with legends like Tony Robbins. Scott, known for his work in legacy building and family values, joins Adam to dive into creating a lasting heritage over mere inheritance. In their conversation, Scott reveals his life philosophy: “It’s more important what you leave in your kids, not what you leave to them.” This sentiment underpins the episode as they explore the difference between heritage and inheritance, urging parents to focus on instilling values, resili...
2025-01-0237 min
EOS for a Better Business, Better LifeFrom Scientist to Visionary & All Things EOS | Mark O'Donnell - EOS Visionary & Debra C-T | Ep 204In this episode of Better Business, Better Life, Mark O'Donnell, EOS Worldwide Visionary, sits down with host Debra Chantry-Taylor, New Zealand’s passionate EOS Implementer, to explore her remarkable journey from a budding entrepreneur at 13 to a trusted advisor for established businesses.
Debra shares how her path led her from the pharmaceutical industry to launching and reinventing businesses, including navigating failures with her marketing firm and the challenges of running an event centre. Discover how Debra found EOS and used its tools to pivot her career, strengthen her businesses, and help others achieve success.
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2024-12-3028 minSit Down Startup[$121.5M in Funding] Efficient Capital Labs' Kaustav Das on Bridging the Funding Gap and Achieving Product-Market FitWelcome back to Sit Down Startup! In this week's episode, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Kaustav Das, co-founder of Efficient Capital Labs, a pioneering venture focused on transforming funding for SaaS founders. Join us as Kaustav shares his remarkable journey in navigating the complexities of cross-border financing and the critical importance of achieving product-market fit.Discover the invaluable insights Kaustav gained about understanding customer pain points, the challenges of raising capital, and the strategic pivots that led to his company's success. Learn how Efficient Capital Labs, which has raised over $120 million, is bridging...
2024-12-1124 min
RootedFounder of Sircle Media, Adam Brown: Social Media Marketing for Our Favorite Better-For-You CPG CompaniesIn this episode of Rooted, I sit down with Adam Brown, who is the Founder and CEO of Sircle Media, which is a social media agency that represents many of the major better-for-you CPG players. For example, Purely Elizabeth, Primal Kitchen, Amylu, and CHOMPS, just to name a few.
In this episode, you will hear about how this was Adam’s second go at a career, as he was doing something he didn’t enjoy before. But, it will become evident instantly how much he loves his company and team he has created, space he’s in, clients...
2024-12-0843 min
15 Minutes Share Your VoiceKeys to Legal Success in Finance With Neil O'DonnellNeil O'Donnell is the Managing Partner at Legal Scale, a boutique firm specializing in private equity transactions, fund formation, and corporate governance. With a JD/MBA from Cornell University and degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins, Neil combines legal expertise with a strong foundation in business and finance. His career spans roles in top law firms, including Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, and ventures in international capital deployment. Neil is also a CFA and CAIA charter holder and is admitted to the bar in multiple states across the US. In this episode… The legal landscape in...
2024-12-0425 min15 Minutes Share Your VoiceKeys to Legal Success in Finance With Neil O'DonnellNeil O'Donnell is the Managing Partner at Legal Scale, a boutique firm specializing in private equity transactions, fund formation, and corporate governance. With a JD/MBA from Cornell University and degrees in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins, Neil combines legal expertise with a strong foundation in business and finance. His career spans roles in top law firms, including Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP, and ventures in international capital deployment. Neil is also a CFA and CAIA charter holder and is admitted to the bar in multiple states across the US. In this episode… The legal landscape in...
2024-12-0425 minSit Down Startup[Pioneering Retail Innovation] CEO Angie Westbrock on Standard AI's Journey from Autonomous Checkout to Computer Vision InsightsWelcome back to this Thanksgiving week's episode of Sit Down Startup! Today, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Angie Westbrock, CEO of Standard AI, to explore her inspiring journey from the manufacturing sector to leading a cutting-edge retail technology company.Discover how Standard AI pivoted from autonomous checkout to leveraging computer vision for retail analytics, unlocking valuable insights for retailers. Angie shares her experiences navigating the challenges of product-market fit, the importance of understanding customer needs, and the strategic decisions that led to their recent success.(00:00:15) The Evolution of...
2024-11-2727 minSit Down Startup[$30M Raised] Transforming Legal Tech: Spellbook Co-Founder & CEO Scott Stevenson on Achieving Product-Market FitWelcome back to Sit Down Startup! In this week's episode, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Scott Stevenson, co-founder and CEO of Spellbook, the first generative AI copilot for lawyers, to discuss his remarkable journey in the legal tech space.Uncover the invaluable insights Scott gained about resilience, the struggles of achieving product-market fit, and the transformative power of large language models in revolutionizing legal document management. Learn how Spellbook, which has raised over $30 million, found its breakthrough after years of iteration and perseverance.(00:01:12) Overcoming Legal Fees: The Inspiration...
2024-11-1324 minSit Down Startup[Transforming Crypto Access] Co-Founder/CEO Driss Benamour on Building Exponential.fi and Overcoming Crypto WinterIn this episode, Adam O'Donnell sits down with Driss Benamour, co-founder and CEO of Exponential.fi, to explore the journey of building a decentralized finance platform amidst the challenges of the crypto winter. Driss shares his insights on achieving product-market fit by focusing on user needs and simplifying access to DeFi investments. He discusses the importance of maintaining conviction during tough times and the pivotal moment that led to the creation of their innovative risk assessment tool, "Rate My Wallet." Tune in to learn how Exponential.fi is transforming the investment landscape for crypto holders.00:00...
2024-10-3025 minSit Down Startup[Navigating the AI Landscape] Co-Founder and CEO Jensen Harris on Textio's Journey and the Future of AI in ManagementIn the latest episode of Sit Down Startup, Adam O'Donnell sits down with Jensen Harris, co-founder and CEO of Textio, to explore his remarkable journey in the world of AI-driven management solutions. Jensen shares how Textio has evolved over the past decade, transforming the way managers deliver feedback and recruit talent in an increasingly competitive landscape.Discover the challenges Jensen faced during the early days of Textio, including navigating the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, and learn how he and his team pivoted to adapt to a rapidly changing market. Jensen emphasizes the power of storytelling in...
2024-10-1025 minSit Down Startup[~$100M Raised] Transforming Talent Assessment: Co-founder and CEO Tigran Sloyan on Building CodeSignalWelcome to the latest episode of Sit Down Startup! Today, host Adam O'Donnell sits down with Tigran Sloyan, an MIT alumnus and the co-founder and CEO of CodeSignal, to discuss his remarkable journey to the forefront of innovation.Uncover the invaluable insights Tigran gained about resilience, adaptability, and the necessity of continuous product evolution. Learn how CodeSignal, which has raised almost $100M, achieved product-market fit by shifting focus to advanced talent assessment tools. Here's the takeaway: navigating the path to product-market fit is a dynamic process that demands a c...
2024-09-2526 minSit Down Startup[Revolutionizing Climate Tech] Sealed’s co-founder and CEO Lauren Salz on Raising ~$100 Million and Finding Product-Market FitIn the latest episode of Sit Down Startup, Adam O'Donnell chats with Lauren Salz, co-founder and CEO of Sealed, about her unexpected journey from aspiring musician to leading a revolutionary home energy startup.Discover the invaluable lessons Lauren learned about resilience, adaptability, and the importance of continuous product evolution, and hear how Sealed found its product-market fit by transitioning from in-person sales to a streamlined phone-based sales process. The lesson? Sometimes you need to pivot from even successful ventures to better align with market demands. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on the future of home energy...
2024-09-1221 minSit Down Startup[$300M Raised] Mapping the Human Immune System for Drug Discovery: Noam Solomon on Building ImmunaiIn this latest episode of Sit Down Startup, Adam O'Donnell chats with Noam Solomon, CEO of Immunai, about his incredible journey from academia to building a groundbreaking biotech startup. Hear Noam's fascinating backstory growing up in Israel and his move to the U.S. for a postdoc at MIT and Harvard, and how that paved the way for the creation of Immunai. Learn about the challenges of navigating product-market fit in the deep science space and the responsibility that comes with managing significant funding. Noam also shares insights on the crucial balance between building innovative technology and staying closely...
2024-08-2823 minSit Down Startup[90% of Co-Founder's Time Spent Speaking to Customers] How Inspectify has Navigated Startup SuccessWelcome to the latest episode of Sit Down Startup! This week Adam O'Donnell hosts Inspectify co-founder and CEO Josh Jensen who leverages his diverse background in engineering and real estate to revolutionize property inspections for single-family homes. Josh brings a unique perspective to the tech space, emphasizing the importance of capturing comprehensive home data to support decision-making. His journey, marked by early-stage company experiences and real estate investment, shaped his belief in the necessity of efficiency and transparency, especially in startup operations. Despite setbacks, Josh remains committed to iterating based on customer feedback and actively engaging in sales to...
2024-08-1420 minSit Down Startup[$0 to $20M ARR in 1 year] Creating a Path to Financial Empowerment with Brigit's co-founder and CEO Zuben MathewsHost Adam O'Donnell is back with this week's episode of Sit Down Startup with guest Zuben Mathews, co-founder and CEO of the financial health app Brigit. Mathews draws from his own experiences of financial hardship and his background in economics to address the critical issue of product-market fit in financial technology. He also emphasizes the importance of listening closely to the core pain points of customers, such as financial stress from living paycheck to paycheck, lack of credit score, and insufficient savings. Learn more about how Mathews advocates for swiftly transitioning from extensive research to rea...
2024-07-3125 minSit Down Startup[$150M Raised] Navigating Product-Market Fit in Healthcare: Ashok Subramanian on Building CentivoIn this insightful episode of Sit Down Startup, Ashok Subramanian, founder of Centivo, shares his incredible journey from immigrant roots to becoming a successful startup entrepreneur. With $150 million raised, Ashok discusses the challenges and triumphs of disrupting the traditional employer health insurance market to make healthcare affordable for all. From his early days in Buffalo, New York, to obtaining his MBA at Stanford, and eventually founding Centivo, Ashok's story is a testament to perseverance and innovation. He also delves into the nuances of achieving product-market fit, the importance of character and integrity in business, and the lessons learned along...
2024-07-1723 min
The 500 with Josh Adam MeyersMichael Jackson - Bad - Donnell Rawlings***This show is brought to you by DistroKid. Go to http://distrokid.com/vip/the500 for 30% off your first year!***Following the colossal success of 1982’s Thriller, it took five years for Michael Jackson to release his highly anticipated follow-up, 1987’s Bad. He once again collaborated with producer Quincy Jones as he did for Thriller and 1979’s Off the Wall, but this would be their last time working together. This final installment of the Jackson/Jones trilogy was another massive hit, selling millions of albums worldwide along with achieving more awards and accolades. Comedian & Actor Donnell Rawlings makes...
2024-07-171h 23Sit Down Startup[$3 Trillion Market Revolution] Democratizing Structured Notes with Halo InvestingJoin host Adam O'Donnell on the latest episode of Sit Down Startup. This week, Jason Barsema, a former financial advisor specializing in managing portfolios for ultra-high-net-worth individuals, has emerged as a groundbreaking figure in disrupting the structured notes market. Barsema initially sought to eliminate the counterparty risk of big banks by using listed options and cash to replicate structured notes, but faced challenges in product adoption due to custodial limitations. Undeterred, he strategically pivoted to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of structured notes, much like Netflix adapted its model in response to technological constraints. This shift led to the...
2024-06-2623 minSit Down Startup[4x Founder] From FBI to Founder: Jo Riley’s Journey to Product-Market Fit with CensiaJoin us on the newest episode of Sit Down Startup as Jo Riley, founder of Censia, shares her inspiring journey from the FBI to launching a disruptive AI-driven platform. Host Adam O'Donnell and Jo discuss the importance of persistence, the value of customer feedback, and how Censia is transforming the way companies find and manage talent. Whether you're a founder or an aspiring entrepreneur, Jo's story of resilience, innovation, and customer obsession provides invaluable insights.00:01:08 - Background: Jo’s early life and introduction to intelligence.00:04:25 - Transition from the FBI to entrepreneurship....
2024-06-0541 min
Cops and Writers Podcast166 Brew City to The Streets of San Fransisco With Bestselling Author and San Fransisco Police Sergeant Adam PlantingaSend us a textFor today’s show, we are traveling to the West Coast and the home of Fisherman’s Warf, The Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and of course, Alcatraz. On today’s episode, we will be chatting with the City of San Francisco Police Sergeant and Bestselling Author, Adam Plantinga. Adam Plantinga’s first book, 400 Things Cops Know, was nominated for an Agatha Award and won the 2015 Silver Falchion award for best nonfiction crime reference. It was hailed as “truly excellent” by author Lee Child and deemed “the new Bible for crime...
2024-04-151h 06Sit Down Startup[$400M raised] FLYR Labs’s Founder, Alex Mans: journey to product-market fitWelcome to the latest episode of Sit Down Startup, where host Adam O'Donnell explores FLYR Labs’ founder and CEO Alex Mans' meteoric rise with $400M raised, #boom!Transitioning from a consumer-focused model predicting ticket prices to a B2B powerhouse, they're now strategically collaborating with airlines to optimize pricing. Adam and Alex discuss why pivoting to high-margin, recurring revenue streams with big companies was a game-changer for their business model.Also critical to success are the strong personal relationships FLYR Labs has forged with airline C-suite executives, key in securing lucrative contracts. Finally, Adam and Al...
2024-03-2038 min
That Was WildEp 32. Chase O'Donnell aka Chase RadicalChase O'Donnell is a comedian who comedy special People Pleaser was featured in the New York Times twice! But before all that, she was in the girl group, Girl Radical. Chase tell us about how her dancing skills got her in front of Scary Spice and the rest of the judges on America's Got Talent.
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2024-03-081h 02Sit Down StartupTrulia’s Founder; product-market-fit journey with Sami InkinenIn the latest episode of Sit Down Startup, uncover Sami Inkinen's entrepreneurial journey, [00:11:28] beginning with how seizing the opportunity in his 20s set the stage for a phenomenal career. Sami shares his groundbreaking strides in [00:19:51] revolutionizing residential real estate with interactive maps, helping Trulia achieve an unparalleled product-market fit. Venturing into health tech, [00:36:53] Sami discusses Virta Health's mission to reverse diabetes through nutrition, not pharmaceuticals. This episode is nothing short of a masterclass in unwavering commitment, diving headfirst into entrepreneurship, and fostering a genuine passion for success in work. Host Adam O'Donnell steers this insightful conversation to inspire and...
2024-02-0842 min
Take Me Off Your ListGrowth Hacking at Startups with Adam O'Donnell (Zendesk)Adam O'Donnell is an international man of mystery. Okay seriously...he runs partnerships for Zendesk's startup program, and has been a constant figure in the B2B space over past several years as a former founder. Ryan O'Hara sits down and talks with Adam about growth hacking at your startup, marketing best practices, and what he's learned talking with hundreds of other startup founders on Zendesk's Sit Down Startups Podcast. To learn more more about Pitchfire: https://www.pitchfire.com
2024-01-2440 minSit Down Startup[$100M+ raised] How to get product-market fit validation without an MVPSit Down Startup is back with Arjun Narayan, founder of Materialize, who shares how they nearly hit product-market fit before their MVP was ready! Host Adam O'Donnell dives into Arjun's journey from India to raising $100M+ (1:40) and revolutionizing real-time data processing with Materialize (00:45). Founders will appreciate the dialogue on tech database funding and the role of investor expertise (16:16). Tune in for more!Shoutout to this episode's partners Capchase and FounderPass!Capchase - non-dilutive growth financing solution for SaaS companies. Email Ian.Garrett@capchase.com and mention this podcast to ge...
2023-12-0628 minSit Down Startup[$217M raised] Stop convincing prospects and find the ones who get it: Sentry’s Founder, David CramerIn this new episode of Sit Down Startup, Adam interviews Sentry's founder David Cramer, who shares insights from his illustrious journey that led to successfully raising $217 million. Tune in as David delves into diverse topics such as unraveling unique product monetization, cultivating unwavering belief in success (00:05:41), the power of focus and core concepts (00:08:45), and managing feedback at scale (00:18:37). The conversation touches upon customer engagement wisdom: distinguishing valuable feedback and exploring how focus and determination pave the path to tech success. David emphasizes the criticality of aligning with prospects who inherently understand and connect with your vision rather than convincing...
2023-11-0830 min
Sit Down StartupArc’s $181M Success: Unity-Led-Growth with Founder, Don MuirIn this week's episode of Sit Down Startup, get to know Donald Muir, the creator and driving force behind Arc, a digital bank crafted for the tech-savvy crowd. As an experienced business leader with a keen desire for breakthroughs, Muir's interpretations of the explosion and teamwork in online banking post-SVB collapse (2:45) come from his hands-on experience of building Arc from scratch.Muir underlines the value of a dynamic digital bank that blends the personalized touch of a bank like First Republic with the fail-safe security and solidity of a mega-bank such as Goldman Sachs...
2023-10-2523 min
KBKASTEpisode 216 Deep Dive: Adam O’Donnell | Balancing Usability and Complexity: The Eternal Dilemma in CybersecurityIn this episode, we are joined by Special Forces team commander, Adam O’Donnell (CEO, Convergence Systems), as we explore the challenges and opportunities faced by SMBs in understanding their cybersecurity needs and finding affordable solutions. Together, we explore the complex ecosystem of cyber and the intricacies in finding the right balance between usability and security, which is no easy feat!
As a Special Forces team commander, Adam O’Donnell successfully led high-performing teams in some of the most hostile and volatile places on earth.
Looking back, he’d be the first to agree that his tr...
2023-10-1142 minSit Down Startup[$150M raised] OpenStore’s Co-Founder, Jeremy Wood: Building the Right Engine: Overcoming DoubtsJeremy Wood's solution, OpenStore, offers these founders the option to sell their businesses or have OpenStore operate and run the stores on their behalf. This innovative approach has not only provided a lifeline for many e-commerce founders but has also positioned OpenStore as a major player in the e-commerce market. Join Adam O'Donnell and Jeremy Wood as they delve deeper into this topic on the next episode of Sit Down Startup.Lark is a next-generation team productivity suite that boosts organisations' efficiency, creativity, and engagement.Get 6 months of free access to Lark...
2023-09-0623 min
Sit Down StartupThe Founder-led Content Formula; Atrium’s Founder Pete KazanjyAtrium, a software company co-founded by Pete Kazanjy in 2016, has achieved more business success with fewer Sales Development Representatives (SDRs). This accomplishment can be credited to their strong inbound game and their valuable content that educates and provides insights to their community of 35,000 members. Atrium's software helps businesses implement data-driven sales management by monitoring KPIs and providing alerts. Host Adam O'Donnell also discusses the challenges of business growth and the importance of experiencing low moments and failure as indicators of pushing boundaries with Pete in this latest episode of Sit Down Startup. This week's partner s...
2023-08-0922 min
Sit Down Startup[$161M Raised] From Series A Struggles to 400 Employees: LinkSquares' Growth Strategies with Founder Vishal SunakVishal Sunak, Founder of LinkSquares, shares his journey of building software for legal teams. Listen as he speaks to Sit Down Startup's host Adam O'Donnell about raising $161 million over five rounds of venture capital, overcoming fundraising struggles, and unlocking the secrets to growth. Discover the importance of building a strong product, founder-led sales, and knowledge assembly, as well as how to validate product ideas before building solutions. Vishal also gives invaluable advice on understanding buyers as well as his superpower as a founder. Don't miss out on this engaging and informative episode packed with valuable in...
2023-06-2119 min
Sit Down StartupBootstrapped to $100M+ Exit: Pardot’s Founder, David Cummings' Startup JourneyJoin Adam O'Donnell on Sit Down Startup as he sits down with David Cummings, the founder of Pardot, which eventually sold to Salesforce. In this episode, they discuss pivoting from unsuccessful strategies, customer discovery, and marketing automation platform, while sharing their personal stories of startup challenges.
2023-06-0721 min
Sit Down StartupInstacart's Former Chief Growth Officer; Building a Successful ML Startup: Anomalo's, Founder, Elliot ShmuklerAdam O'Donnell sits down with Elliot Shmukler, former Chief Growth Officer at Instacart and co-founder of Anomalo, to discuss the challenges data teams face in detecting and solving data quality issues using machine learning. Despite the initial failure of their product to meet customer needs, Anomalo was able to grow 10x ARR during the big recession by listening to customer feedback and building a fully-featured product to address gaps in their initial product. Elliot emphasizes the importance of talking to customers regularly and trusting your gut when experimenting with ideas. Through a shared Slack channel...
2023-05-2421 min
Sit Down Startup$0 to 100M ARR in 18-months: Revolutionizing Cloud Security With Base Thinking; Wiz’s Co-Founder, Ami LuttwakWelcome to the Sit Down Startup podcast, where host Adam O'Donnell interviews entrepreneurs and startup founders about their inspirational stories. In this episode, Adam brings in Ami Luttwak, the CTO and co-founder of Wiz, one of the largest cloud security companies. Ami shares the hands-on culture of the company, where all managers do the work themselves, and explains how they identified a gap in the market by combining vulnerability, application, network exposure, and identity analysis. Together, they discuss the success of Wiz, how the COVID-19 pandemic was actually beneficial to their product development, and the importance of...
2023-05-1021 min
Cops and Writers PodcastBonus Solo Episode With Patrick O'Donnell Talking About Cop Camp 2023!Send us a textWelcome to a special solo bonus Cop Camp episode with Patrick O'DonnellCop camp will kick off with an informal get-together on May 31, 7:00 pm until we are done at The lobby bar located at the DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton Attendance is not mandatory, but I think it will be fun to get to get together and meet before classes start.June 1: The bus to the academy will leave around 8:45 am to the Fox Valley Public Safety Training Center where we will spend the bulk of...
2023-05-0411 min
The Founder InitiativeInside the Mind of a Solo Capitalist; Itamar Novick, Managing Partner of Recursive VenturesIntroducing TheTop.VC podcast, where host Adam O'Donnell has an exciting chat with Itamar Novick, founder of Recursive Ventures. They discuss how Itamar invests in early-stage startups that revolutionize industries like financial services, insurance, and real estate by leveraging data and machine learning. He also talks extensively about his investment experiences with promising companies like Tomato AI, Clarity AI, and Claire AI. The discussion covers Itamar's successful approach in evaluating startups, go-to-market strategies, and the critical issue of fake content, along with market discovery for deep fake solutions. Listening to this episode will give valuable insights into the world...
2023-05-0213 min
Locker Room DadsEpisode 39: Coaching Parenting with Adam HarringtonWe're back with another episode and this time we are joined by former NBA player and current shooting coach, Adam Harrington!
A father of four, Adam has an amazing story to tell. He's a leader on and off the court with so much to give back to his community.
We dive into his career from the NBA as a player, traveling the world, ending up as NBA superstar Kevin Durant's personal trainer, and becoming an NBA assistant coach!! All of this on top of running an amazing charity in...
2023-04-1350 minThe Founder InitiativeInvestor in Gusto & Robinhood; Chamaeleon's Managing Partner, Nuno G. Pedro; how VCs evaluate founders, DD process unpacked, and pitching without slidesArticle 1: The Importance of Dialogue and Communication in Presentations In this episode of TheTop.VC podcast, Adam O'Donnell interviews Nuno G. Pedro, the managing partner at Chameleon, an early-stage VC firm in San Francisco. Nuno speaks about the art of communication and presentation, and how important it is to incite dialogue with an audience. Many founders often focus too much on presenting slides to their audience, forgetting to create opportunities for engagement and feedback. This is a common mistake, according to Nuno, as the objective of slides is to initiate dialogue an...
2023-03-3023 min
Sit Down StartupBacked by a16z, Virtually Human Studio’s Co-Founder, Chris Ebeling: Building with community, listening vs. letting them leadWhen Chris Ebeling co-founded entertainment company Virtually Human back in 2018, Blockchain was just becoming popular. Since then, the company has raised $21M+ and their online horse racing game ZED RUN gained an impressive following. In this episode, Chris talks to Adam about his experience launching in the digital world and shares a few tips: Innovation comes with risks. Don’t be afraid to seek advice; be transparent and self-critical. Nothing is permanent. If you believe in an idea, don’t overthink it — start making it a reality. Involve the community. When your product i...
2023-03-0827 min
Sit Down StartupTalkdesk & Cleverly Co-Founder: Cristina Fonseca - Product obsessed, 5-min rule & not being distracted by competitionCristina Fonseca, our very own VP of Product, knows a thing or two about being a founder. She has set up two companies specializing in CX: Talkdesk, back in 2011 (right after college!), which went on to raise over 250M USD; and Cleverly in 2017, now acquired by Zendesk. In this one-to-one with Adam, she shares her experience: Build trust. Stay present and proactively communicate with your customers. Be aware of the market. If there is more than one company offering the same product, that means the demand is there. Share your knowledge. Make sur...
2023-02-1518 min
Sit Down Startup[$396M Raised] Nailing pitch-market-fit? Eightfold AI’s CEO, Ashutosh GargWhen Ashutosh Garg founded talent intelligence platform Eightfold AI in 2016, he had one clear goal in mind: to help businesses hire and retain the best professionals out there. The company has since grown to almost 700 employees and has raised $400M. Ashutosh sat down to discuss Eightfold’s journey with Adam, sharing a few learnings along the way: Strike the right balance. Both a lack of and overconfidence will stop you from going anywhere. Keep evolving. Adapting to market changes in order to maintain product market fit is crucial. Come up with your pi...
2023-02-0917 min
Sit Down Startup[0-IPO] Yext’s Founder, Howard Lerman: key to building a lasting companyHoward Lerman founded tech company Yext in 2006, recording revenues of $100M during his final quarter as CEO. In November 2022, he started building his next project: Roam, an all-in-one Cloud HQ — and predicts it’s going to be even bigger. The entrepreneur joined Adam for a chat to share some key insights and strategies from his +20 years’ experience: Make customers love you. Happy clients will get you everywhere. Try and try again. There’s no single magic trick to growth — except to try everything. Growth isn’t the be all, end all. There are other ways to measure succes
2023-01-2521 min
Cops and Writers Podcast100 Episode 100 With My Special Guests Jerri Williams, Richard Rybicki, Micael Anderle, and Adam Richardson!!Send us a textToday’s show marks my 100th episode of the Cops and Writers Podcast!!!I would like to take a minute and thank all of you who support me and the show. My wonderful patrons, everyone who has purchased a book in my Cops and Writers series and my new Brew City Blues series. And, of course, the amazing guests I have had on the show over the last two years. And a big thank you to all of you, my dear listeners who listen and promote this show, I thank yo...
2023-01-091h 34
Sit Down Startup[$0-IPO] Shift’s Co-Founder, Toby Russell; knowing when to pivot DESPITE having product-market-fit?!In 2013, e-commerce platform Shift set out with one simple mission: to make car sales and purchases a seamless experience. The company began accelerating in late 2015 before they went public in 2020, and last year recorded revenues of 630M USD, selling vehicles in all 50 US states. Co-Founder Toby Russell joined Adam to share a few insights from their journey: Keep it simple. When scaling, don’t try to do too much at once. Make your mission matter. Will your idea have an impact on people’s everyday lives? A little humility goes a long way. Trust in your t...
2022-11-1625 min
Realtime RootsAdam O'donnell | Senior Lighting Technical Director at Industrial Light & Magic on his roots in lighting and look dev at Industrial Light & MagicAdam is a senior lighting technical director & Lighting Lead at Industrial Light & MagicHis work includes shot lighting and look dev across projects such as Transformers, Star Wars, Jurassic Park & Aladdin.Throughout our discussion we chat about how Adam thinks about real-time technology from a film, visual effects and lighting perspective.We talk about the tools and software he uses on a daily basis and also how he approached his career in becoming a lighting technical director. Later in the discussion, we chat about lighting principles and the mentoring he does both...
2022-09-0458 min
Sit Down Startup[$98M raised] Paystand’s Founder, Jeremy Almond; meet them where they are > selling a cool tech ideaWhen digital B2B payment service Paystand launched in 2013, it had one mission: to democratize commercial payments. Today, the company has over 400,000 businesses making payments through their network, as well as $4B of volume on the block chain. Co-Founder & CEO Jeremy Almond joins Adam to give some advice: Stay true to your mission. Imagine the world not as it is, but as what it could be. Meet clients halfway. Make sure clients can understand what your business offers. Talk to your customers. Build a product and communicate with customers to lift off.
2022-08-3120 min
Cops and Writers Podcast079 British Police Sergeant Ralph Kern Interviews American Law Enforcement Officers Adam Richardson And Patrick O'DonnellSend us a textToday we have a very special episode for all of you. British Police Sergeant Ralph Kern Interviews American Law Enforcement Officers Adam Richardson And Patrick O'Donnell!As mentioned, on today’s show, we have two of the most esteemed guests this show has ever had. We’re going to chat with Patrick O’Donnell and B Adam Richardson, the founder of the Cops and Writers Facebook group, along with the books of the same name, and B Adam Richardson, creator of the Writer’s detective School and The Writers Detective Bureau P...
2022-08-142h 21
Sit Down Startup[$LFLY] Leafly’s Founder, Cy Scott - don’t hack everything & knowing which battles to fightThis week Adam sat down with Cy Scott, Co-Founder of Leafly — think Yelp, but for cannabis — now a publicly traded company listed on the NASDAQ ($LFLY). Here are some key learnings: Be smart about hacks — know when and when not to do them. In the long term, doing things the right way can bring far better results than cutting corners! Keep user experience top-of-mind to choose when to fight for your convictions. Navigating through change means pushing through barriers. Checkout this week's partner Startup Grind, a global community for startups and entrepreneurs: https://bit.ly/3tSUEvp
2022-06-2220 min
Sit Down StartupCarrot Fertility’s Tammy Sun on knowing your business inside and outTammy Sun co-founded Carrot Fertility in 2016 with a mission to provide personalized fertility benefits for everyone, regardless of age, race, sexual orientation, income or geography. Since then, the company has gone global and their services are available in over 120 countries. Adam sat down with Tammy to get her take on: Why you should always listen to your customers and stay connected to your mission Strategies for navigating rejection and developing resistance The importance of understanding your category and business model better than anyone else
2022-06-0820 min
Sit Down StartupSwag.com’s Jeremy Parker on targeting the top from the get-goJeremy Parker made the unusual switch from documentary filmmaker to entrepreneur in 2007 and hasn’t looked back. Since then, he founded promotional product platform Swag.com in January 2016, before it was acquired by major online apparel retailer Custom Ink in 2021. Adam sat down with Jeremy for a virtual chat to get the stories behind: How Swag.com landed Facebook as its first customer The importance of getting your foot in the door early on Why fully understanding your buyer is crucial to success Check out this week's partner WeWork Labs: https://www.wework.com/labs/
2022-06-0117 min
Sit Down Startup[$6.5B Exit] Auth0’s Founder, Eugenio Pace on prioritizing people over segmentsAt the age of 42, Eugenio Pace was a late bloomer in the startup game. But he more than made up for lost time when he built up identity authentication platform Auth0 from scratch in 2013, before the company was acquired by Okta in May 2021. The Co-Founder joined Adam for a chat about: Why developers are so important in the tech industry The first sale being a valuable milestone for any startup How the right timing (and luck) both play their part in company growth Zendesk for Startups partner Silicon Valley Bank: Learn more here.
2022-05-2519 min
Sit Down StartupDocSend’s Russ Heddleston on the importance of getting product pricing rightSince launching at New York’s TechCrunch Disrupt back in 2014, DocSend was acquired by Dropbox in March 2021 and has brought on over 20,000 customers. In our Season 5 opener, Adam sat down for a virtual coffee with Co-Founder Russ Heddleston to get the lowdown on: How word of mouth is still important to achieve growth Using customer feedback as a base for making improvements Why founders should monetize their products from the get-go
2022-05-0418 min
Subversive w/ Justin O'DonnellSubversive #67: "Try Not To Laugh" feat. Adam NutterWe can always do with another lighthearted appearance from our favorite Libertarian comedian Adam Nutter. Adam returns to the show to shoot the shit, go over current events, and discuss his upcoming trip to visit the Free State of New Hampshire and get introduced to real liberty.
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2022-04-201h 02
Out of the Question with Adam ZwarS1E76: Trent O'Donnell - co-creator of A Moody Christmas & No ActivityAdam's book Twelve Summers is out now.Twelve Summers is the story of those big memories and the big matches that accompanied them, told by one of the funniest writers in Australia. Writer, director and producer, Trent O’Donnell, is one of Australia’s most prolific comedy creators – co-creating such shows as Review With Miles Barlow, Moody Christmas, No Activity and Squinters.He moved to the US in 2012 where he directed and executive produced New Girl. His other directing credits include Brooklyn Nine-Nine, The Good Place, and the new series of Saved By the...
2022-01-1638 min
Cops and Writers Podcast048 The Random Show With Adam RichardsonSend us a textFor today’s show I bring back Adam Richardson from the Writers Detective Bureau Podcast and The Writers Detective School. Adam Richardson spent 17 of his 25-plus year law enforcement career as a detective in California and spent over a decade as a college faculty member teaching criminal justice courses. He is host of the Writer’s Detective Bureau podcast and creator of the Writer’s Detective School.This is a random show where we discuss a variety of topics over some drinks in a relaxed setting. I hope you lik...
2022-01-031h 33
Sit Down StartupAccion’s Matt Schaar on building a financially inclusive worldAccion Venture Lab provides support to early-stage startups looking to tackle financial exclusion around the world. Zendesk’s Adam O’Donnell sat down with Accion’s Senior Director Matt Schaar for a chat about: Strategy development with founders The importance of product market fit Why low-income customers shouldn’t be overlooked
2021-11-0931 minSit Down StartupGuava’s Kelly Ifill on helping Black owned businesses to close the wealth gapGuava is a banking hub for Black entrepreneurs, aimed at closing the wealth gap. CEO & Founder, Kelly Ifill has a virtual coffee chat with Adam about: Authenticity in startups Guava’s customer journey How they are helping to shrink financial inequality among small business owners
2021-11-0223 min
Sit Down Startup$469M Raised, Capchase’s CEO, Miguel Fernandez on funding startups with future revenueRapidly expanding Fintech company, Capchase, partners with startups to help them tap into upfront capital in order to grow. Zendesk’s Adam O’Donnell and Capchase CEO & Co-Founder Miguel Fernandez dive into: His personal path to entrepreneurship What it takes for a startup to succeed Customer centricity: the importance of action over words How Capchase raised over $500mil in equity in one year
2021-10-2631 min
Subversive w/ Justin O'DonnellO'Donnell for Liberty, Ep.36: "Laughing Matter" feat. Adam NutterComedian Adam Nutter joins the show to talk about his path to the Liberty Movement and riff on the current state of politics in the world. At one point have things gone too far to laugh at? Or is Humor the one thing that can rise above the terrible state of the world?
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2021-10-121h 01
Cops and Writers Podcast032 Adam Richardson Goes To New Heights Explaining The Role Of Helicopters In Police WorkSend us a textOn today’s show, we will be traveling to sunny California where I will chat with returning guest, Detective Adam Richardson about his job aboard a police helicopter. Adam has been flying in police helicopters as the Tactical Flight Officer for years in police related operations and search and rescue. If you include police aviation in your stories, especially stories including police helicopters, you will want to listen to this episode.Adam also unveils his new course for writers, “CRIME-FICTION GUNS COURSE.” This course is spe...
2021-09-061h 11
Bits & BytesEntrepreneurs Must Know When to End It | Adam O’Donnell, The Top.VCThis month’s Bits & Bytes podcast features San Francisco-based venture capitalist, startup mentor, and entrepreneur Adam O’Donnell. Adam currently works at Zendesk nurturing strategic relationships with VCs, accelerators, and entrepreneurs in the Silicon Valley startup ecosystem and beyond. Adam talks about his entrepreneurial failures and successes while offering practical advice for startups about when to push for a breakthrough and when to bow out.
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2021-07-3057 min
Sit Down StartupVindi’s Rodrigo Dantas on finding success in emerging marketsVindi is a leader in payment solutions in Brazil. The startup was one of the first SaaS businesses in Brazil, and was recently acquired when it hit $33 million in valuation. Co-Founder and CEO, Rodrigo Dantas, is in conversation with Maira Gracini, Senior Director of Marketing LATAM at Zendesk. You’ll get insights on: Challenges unique to growing a startup in Latin America How to hire and train talent to build a world-class team Getting an edge on Silicon Valley and competing with big names, like Stripe and Paypal
2021-03-3032 min
Sit Down StartupMary Louise Cosmetics’ Akilah Releford on following good ideasMary Louise Cosmetics is a natural and organic skincare brand. Founded in 2017, CEO, Akilah Releford, was inspired by many of the homemade beauty remedies used by her grandmothers. So, she started the company in her university dorm room. In this episode, hear Akilah in conversation with Marissa Tree, Zendesk’s Senior Director of Public Relations. Learn: Why a good business idea is always worth following through on The power of frugal bootstrap founders to investors and VCs How to avoid comparing yourself to other founders
2021-03-2322 min
Mission Matters Fitness with Adam TorresThe Physical, Mental, and Business Impact of COVID with Sharon O'DonnellPhysical and mental health have become a central focus for many since the pandemic began. In this episode, Adam Torres and Sharon O'Donnell, Founder of Fit For Good, explore how Fit For Good is helping many reach their fitness goals. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.Apply to be interviewed by Adam on our podcast:https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podc...Visit our website:https://missionmatters.com/More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linkt...
2021-03-1712 min
Sit Down StartupDispatch Goods’ Lindsey Hoell on building sustainable solutionsDispatch Goods is a zero-waste alternative for restaurant delivery. The startup provides reusable to-go containers for restaurants, so customers always have a sustainable option. Join CEO, Lindsey Hoell, in conversation with Zendesk’s Corporate Social Responsibility Director, Todd Lineart. Get insights on: Taking action to support business to be more sustainable Making it simple for people to choose eco-friendly restaurants Unique challenges as a female founder The value of customer feedback to shape the vision of the business
2021-03-1621 min
Sit Down Startup(Live episode) How to find your product market fitEveryone knows the value of understanding your product market fit. But getting there is never straightforward. For this live episode, we’re delighted to share a recording of a Zendesk webinar, in partnership with Pendo. Listen for insights and practical advice from two product experts: Mike Gozzo, VP of Product at Zendesk, and Eric Boduch, Co-founder at Pendo. You’ll learn: How to define product market fit is and measure it effectively The right time to prove your fit—should you ever stop? How to get feedback to guide your efforts, and metrics to prove your fit to investo...
2021-03-0950 min
Sit Down StartupWavy’s Victor Lebeau on helping beauty services scaleWavy aims to bring simplicity to hair and beauty salons. It’s a simplified cash register app and booking app solution that gets to the heart of what counts: saving time. Join Victor Lebeau, CPO & Co-Founder in conversation with Prelini Udayan-Chiechi, Zendesk’s VP of Marketing for EMEA on: Why agility is vital in order to respond to shifts in customer sentiment All the ways Wavy prioritizes customer relationships Supporting remote teams during tough times
2021-03-0221 min
Sit Down StartupLeaseQuery’s George Azih on making accounting easyLeaseQuery is a cloud-based lease accounting software. Its CEO and Founder, George Azih, took the idea from a one-person startup to a thriving company with 180 employees—in less than six years. The entrepreneur talks with Zendesk for Startups whiz, Brad Bowery, on The rollercoaster journey towards record-breaking growth Getting to the heart of understanding your customers How a 3-year subscription model proved to be a recipe for success
2021-02-2335 min
Sit Down StartupFreshly’s Michael Wystrach on the future of foodFreshly is a meal delivery service that not only provides nutritious meals, but cares about reducing the food waste caused by the grocery supply chain. In this episode, CEO and Co-Founder, Michael Wystrach, chats with Zendesk’s Chief Marketing Officer, Jeff Titterton, on Freshly’s unique journey hacking the food industry. Together, they dish insights on: The power of identifying your core customer How to scale a food business Freshly’s approach to reducing environmental footprints
2021-02-1625 min
Sit Down StartupTravelNest’s Rebecca Moore on strong leadership in times of fluxTravelNest is on a mission to reinvent the way hosts market their rental properties. The Edinburgh-based startup solves the problem of low occupancy by improving visibility and boosting bookings. From one Chief Operating Officer to another, TravelNest’s Rebecca Moore and Zendesk’s Peter Lorant get together (virtually) to chat: The fast-growth journey of a company that bridges tech and travel How COVID-19 is impacting the travel industry Robust and inspirational leadership amid uncertainty
2021-02-0949 min
Cops and Writers Podcast002 Uncovering The Role Of Detective In Law Enforcement With Detective Adam Richardson Of The Writers Detective BureauSend us a textIn today's episode, Patrick O'Donnell interviews veteran Police Detective Adam Richardson of the "Writers Detective Bureau" Facebook group and podcast. (Retired) Sergeant Patrick O'Donnell and Det. Richardson discusses how a police officer becomes a detective and what special training and testing are required to become a detective. Richardson also reveals what a typical day looks like for a detective. Richardson will share his journey from a rookie cop to a veteran detective and his motivations for joining the force. O'Donnell and Richardson will debunk common myths and m...
2021-02-081h 10
Sit Down StartupAmeelio’s Uzoma Orchingwa on changing the future of prison communicationsIn 2020, a couple of bright and compassionate Yale students decided to do something about the captive $1.2B prisons telecommunications industry. They founded technology nonprofit, Ameelio, to provide free communication tools for incarcerated people to connect with their families and loved ones. Learn from Co-Founder, Uzoma Orchingwa, on: How Ameelio is decoupling incarceration and profit Overcoming technical hurdles of providing free communications The value of human connection
2021-02-0218 min
Sit Down StartupRaheem’s Brandon D. Anderson on using AI to end police violenceIn the United States, 93% of people who experienced police brutality, but did not report it. The independent service, Raheem, is working to change that. Raheem builds tools for communities to report and track police, and leverages open complaint data to find ways to respond to conflict with care. In this episode, learn important insights from Founder, Brandon D. Anderson, on: Ending policy terror against Black people in the United States Building a team of incredible organizers, policy experts, and data science Using tools like AI to create better customer experience
2021-01-2643 min
2021-01-1825 min
Sit Down StartupCode for America’s Amanda Renteria on bringing startup values to governmentCode for America believes the two biggest levers for improving people’s lives at scale are technology and government. Since 2011, the non-profit organization has been helping state and local governments serve communities better to ensure that technology is simple, fast, and effective. In this episode, CEO, Amanda Renteria, shares how their team of techies and social justice activists do just that. Listen to learn: How to solve problems with human-centric systems and processes What's needed to build a diverse and equitable organization The unique value of applying startup principles to government
2021-01-1234 min
Sit Down StartupSit Down Startup Podcast is back!Sit Down Startup is made by us, Zendesk. We were once a scrappy startup (and we’ve got the kitchen bench we were born on to prove it). Now, we help all kinds of startups, baby to big, build the best customer experiences. Support, sales, or something in between, let us lend a hand in providing a solution that’s mightiest for you.
2021-01-1100 min
Sit Down StartupSoftware taking over the world: (Bonus live episode)In 2020, Forbes Cloud 100 list is at its most impressive, with a record 87 companies valued at $1 billion or more. In this episode, we sit down (virtually) for a candid chat with two Cloud 100 leaders. Hear Archana Agrawal, Chief Marketing Officer at Airtable, and JD Peterson, Chief Growth Officer at Culture Amp in conversation with Zendesk CFO, Elena Gomez. Get lessons on: The unexpected acceleration of the cloud and SaaS in 2020 Challenges of building a high growth cloud company How investment in customer experience plays an important role in achieving growth
2020-10-2241 min
The True Philadelphia Podcast with Matt O'DonnellS3 E20 South Philadelphia's Adam Weiner on Live Streaming, Surviving Depression, Anxiety and the PandemicBack in the spring, Adam Weiner decided he had to do something. The pandemic suddenly prevented his band, Low Cut Connie, from their lifeblood - performing live music. While in the spare room of his South Philadelphia home, he started broadcasting what would become the "Tough Cookies" series. He sings, he dances, he bangs on his stand-up piano, he offers words of enlightenment and hope. Originally a vehicle to simply entertain those watching on Instagram and Facebook, the episodes have gone so far as to uplift his fans during a public health crisis and sustain the LCC brand. Adam's music...
2020-10-1242 min
Sit Down StartupLessonly’s Max Yoder on doing better workLessonly is powerfully simple software that helps teams learn. Co-Founder and CEO Max Yoder chats with Zendesk’s Tiffany Apczynski on all things empathy. They explore how education can be used to build the new generation of leaders that the world needs. Tune in to hear the pair talk: Tying ROI and behavioral change to software How to boost confidence and competence with communication Living whatever you’re asking your team to do Letting go of perfectionism and tapping into play
2020-08-2843 min
Sit Down StartupMindler’s Magnus Pettersson on scaling a fast-growth startupMindler believes that everyone should have access to mental health services. In this episode, Mindler COO, Magnus Pettersson sits down with Zendesk’s Warren Levitan at a time when distress is on the rise. They chat about the importance of the first interaction with customers, and defining best in class CX in the world of startups and mental health. Listen to learn: The journey towards making mental health accessible remotely How customer experience can plays a role in their services and the importance of Valuable lessons on scaling a growing startup The role of empathy in strengthening customer trus
2020-08-2825 min
Sit Down StartupCodeSignal’s Sophie Baik on hiring with less biasCodeSignal is the first company to build an objective skills-based platform for recruiters and employers. In this episode, Co-Founder, Sophie Baik, chats with Ryan Nichols of Zendesk, about avoiding biases, and pivoting business strategy based on customer feedback. Listen in to learn: How to hire an effective remote team Why bias in the hiring process can damage startup culture The value of listening to customer feedback
2020-08-1727 min
Sit Down StartupZenni Optical’s Bai Gan on how customers influence productZenni Optical’s Chief Product Officer, Bai Gan, sits down with Kristen Durham of Zendesk—from their remote home offices in California. The pair chat about Zenni Optical’s growth journey, from the days of building a bootstrap startup to navigating the tides of 2020. In this episode, find out: How to listen to your customers in order to predict trends The importance of investing in a direct to consumer strategy Lessons on building a business during the dot com crisis
2020-08-1729 min
Sit Down StartupLemlist's Guillaume Moubeche and why CX is everyones jobLemlist is an email outreach platform helping sales teams, agencies, and B2B businesses stand out in a crowded inbox. Speaking across the pond, France-based CEO and Co-Founder, Guillaume Moubeche, is in conversation with Prelini Udayan-Chiechi, Zendesk’s VP of Marketing, EMEA in London. Together, they chat about: - Prospecting techniques, and the “right time” to reach out—even during a pandemic - The undervalued power of empathy in sales - Aligning sales and support strategies
2020-07-2427 min
Sit Down StartupGlofox’s Anthony Kelly on the rise of the Chief Customer OfficerAnthony Kelly is the Co-Founder and Chief Customer Officer of Glofox, an intuitive gym management software solution, which enables entrepreneurs to grow their own fitness business. From his home office in Dublin, Anthony chats with Zendesk’s Chief Marketing Officer (and fitness lover), Jeff Titterton. They discuss delivering experiences in a shifting world, including: - Anthony’s tried-and-tested motto: “When the customer wins, we all win” - Why the virtual fitness format is here to stay - How Glofox is evolving their customer base from boutique to enterprise gyms
2020-07-2422 min
Sit Down StartupTymeshift’s Elisa Reggiardo on the value of support leadersTymeshift’s Chief Brand Officer, Elisa Reggiardo, sits down with Zendesk’s Senior Director of Content and Event Marketing, Sarah Reed. While continents apart, the pair catch up on: Why support gets deprioritized by founders, and the power of support leaders driving efficient and engaged teams The unique startup challenge: balancing team culture with growth and change Making the most of workforce management solutions to build teams of all sizes
2020-06-3028 min
Sit Down StartupStartup Grind’s Derek Andersen on virtual C2C strategyDerek Andersen is the Co-Founder and CEO of Startup Grind, a global community for educating and connecting entrepreneurs. He chats with Marcio Arnecke, Zendesk’s VP of Regional Marketing AMER, on the value of investing in community, especially in a post-COVID world.
2020-06-3026 min
Sit Down StartupAura’s James Gutierrez on empathy as secret sauceAura Founder and CEO, James Gutierrez, sits down with Zendesk CFO, Elena Gomez, to share Aura’s mission to provide affordable, credit-building loans to working families in America. While pretending to sip cortados in a coffee shop, they chat: James’s personal journey building Aura, and his motivation to open doors for low-income families Adapting to COVID-19 by arming customers with “moral collateral”, making customer experiences more digital, and offering “pay what you can” options Leading with compassion, and how empathy drives Aura’s startup culture—and success
2020-06-2623 min
The Adam McBride ShowCosta Rica living, while working in the USA - Ryne O'Donnell full interviewRyne O'Donnell shares his stories of natural living in Costa Rica and as an entrepreneur who built Sol-ti in 2014 which is now sold in more than 3,000+ locations throughout the USA.
Ryne splits his time between San Diego and Costa Rica, where his primary residence and second cause-driven venture is located, Permaculture Planet (Pp). This revolutionary mission-led company is dedicated to preserving the planet by planting exotic fruit trees through food forest implementations with native species reforestation. With 1% of Sol-ti sales donated to Pp, a passionate crew has been able to plant thousands of trees across dozens of...
2020-04-141h 03
Money Matters Top Tips with Adam TorresAdam Torres interviews Joy Donnell, Founder at SUPERJOY MediaAdam Torres interviews Joy Donnell, Founder at SUPERJOY Media in this episode.
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2020-01-2011 minThe True Philadelphia Podcast with Matt O'DonnellS2 E12: Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie Sings the Action News Theme, Reminisces on Meeting President Obama and Explains Why He Destroys PianosAdam Weiner is the heart and soul of South Philadelphia-based rock 'n' roll boogie band Low Cut Connie and may be one of the most charismatic performers in music today. He graduated from Cherry Hill East High School and admits he didn't have a "plan B" - he was going to be a rock star. With a hugely talented voice and a ceremonious devotion to being the best piano player he can be, Adam can be found in rock venues across the country jumping around the stage, rolling around his piano and undressing the crowd with his mind. He is...
2019-12-1200 min
Combat Chat PodcastEP 98 - A chat with Adam King, Promoter of Rogue Muay Thai and Tag ChampionshipThis episode the fellas had a chat with one of the top Aussie fight events Rogue Muay Thai's promoter Adam King, he is also the man behind the concept of Tag team championship and gives the history of him getting the idea together and talking about some of his favourite fights, plus much more Muay Thai related content.Photo by William Luu www.Williamluu .com.auFollow Adam and Rogue Muaythai here: Http://www.Instagram.com/mr_rogue_muaythaiHttp://www.Instagram.com/rogue_muaythaiSupport the show
2019-12-1058 min
Lunch TherapyCarey O'Donnell's Honey BBQ Sriracha Chicken Starbucks SandwichCarey O'Donnell is a comedy writer for TV (Billy On The Street, Heathers, Summer Camp Island) and a hilarious presence on Twitter (@ecareyo), where he brilliantly satirizes popular culture. Today's session starts lightly enough: we talk about his artist boyfriend, the Parmesan soup they eat together, growing up a swimmer, outside Philadelphia, with his mom cooking him breakfast at 4 AM. Then we get deep: talking about his struggles with addiction, his recovery, and how the whole journey may have been foreshadowed by an encounter with a blueberry pie. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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2019-09-031h 04
Decipher Security PodcastAdam O'DonnellThe security community is full of interesting characters who have had meandering, random paths to success, and Adam O'Donnell fits that description quite nicely. A gifted student who studied engineering and went on to earn a Ph.D. in computer science, O'Donnell has been a staff engineer, a startup founder, a political fundraiser, and a member of the famous Cult of the Dead Cow hacking group for nearly 20 years. He joins Dennis Fisher to talk about his introduction to the hacking scene in the '90s, joining the cDc, Beto O'Rourke's influence on the group, and the new book...
2019-06-0759 min
Helping Sells RadioEpisode 50: Adam O'Donnell of Successly Live Shares What He Learned From 200+ Customer Success InterviewsAdam O'Donnell, co-founder and CEO of Successly Live, joins Helping Sell Radio to share what he learned from interviewing more than 200 customer success leaders. Adam and his team discovered some surprising insights about how many teams are using CS platforms (hint: it's way less than you probably think), the maturity of the CS industry, the most common reasons CS initiatives fail, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit helpingsells.substack.com
2017-08-1628 min