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Forward Thinking Founders962 - Building An Autonomous Golf Cart Network W/ Danny Minutillo (Nav Robotics)In this conversation, Mat Sherman interviews Danny, the founder and CEO of Nav Robotics, about the innovative solutions his company is developing in the realm of autonomous transportation. They discuss the challenges and opportunities in creating self-driving e-bikes and golf carts, the vision for urban mobility, and the implications of moving operations to Arizona. Danny shares insights into the technology behind autonomous vehicles, the importance of compute power, and the future of learning in the tech space. In this conversation, Danny discusses the development of autonomous golf carts and the future of self-driving technology. He shares insights on the...
2025-02-1144 min
Forward Thinking Founders961 - Gamifying Social Status by Combining Game Design and AI w/ Harvey Pratt (Simcluster)In this conversation, Mat Sherman interviews Harvey Pratt, the founder and CEO of Simcluster, an AI video game that combines social networking with innovative gameplay mechanics. Harvey discusses the unique aspects of Simcluster, including its fragment system that allows users to create content without typing, and the challenges he faced in the gaming industry, particularly in fundraising. He shares insights on the evolution of AI content, the importance of user engagement, and his vision for the future of gaming, where SimCluster could redefine how games and social networks interact.
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2025-02-0742 min
Forward Thinking Founders960 - The Power Of One Visit To Silicon Valley w/ Audrey Chen (Nosu)In this conversation, Mat Sherman interviews Audrey Chen, co-founder of Nosu, about her journey from gaining a following on social media to launching a startup focused on streamlining hackathon ops. Audrey shares her experiences of going viral on Twitter, raising capital in Silicon Valley, and the features of Nosu that cater to both hackathon organizers and participants. The discussion highlights the importance of networking, the impact of environment on startup success, and the future plans for Nosu.
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2025-02-0423 min
Forward Thinking Founders959 - One Man's Journey Of Breaking Into Silicon Valley From Ohio w/ Andrew Rea (Taxwire)In this episode, Mat Sherman sits down with Andrew Rea, co-founder and CEO of Taxwire, to explore the transformative journey of entrepreneurship during the pandemic. Starting with the pivotal role of reinvention in challenging times, the conversation shifts to the intricacies of sales tax compliance and how Taxwire simplifies this daunting task for businesses. Andrew shares his entry into the tech world, shedding light on the hurdles of building a startup outside traditional tech hubs. As he narrates his transition from an employee to a founder, listeners gain insight into the birth of Taxwire and the complex ‘idea maze’ entr...
2025-01-2947 min
Forward Thinking Founders958 - Creating A Masterful UX In A Crowded Field w/ Aleksandar Besarovic (Aimfox)In this conversation, Mat Sherman interviews Aleksandar Besarovic, co-founder of Aimfox, a LinkedIn outreach tool. They discuss the journey of Aimfox, including its initial launch challenges, the importance of user feedback, and the strategies implemented for a successful second launch. Aleksandar shares insights on building a user-friendly product, the role of AI in enhancing outreach, and the long-term vision for Aimfox. The conversation emphasizes the significance of listening to users and maintaining a long-term perspective in business.
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2025-01-2133 min
Forward Thinking Founders957 - How AI Can Revolutionize Book Recommendations W/ John Busch (Iliad)In this episode, Mat Sherman sits down with John Busch, founder of Iliad, an AI-powered book discovery platform designed to help readers uncover life-changing books. They dive into the challenges of current book recommendation systems, how Iliad addresses the limitations of platforms like Goodreads, and the role of AI in enhancing the reading experience while building trust in recommendations. John also shares his journey as a founder, offering actionable advice on fundraising, the importance of storytelling, and how networking and warm intros can open doors for AI startups. They explore why business model innovation is as critical as product...
2025-01-1731 min
Forward Thinking Founders956 - How To Become The World's Most Active Angel Investor w/ Edward Lando (Pareto Holdings)In this episode, Mat Sherman sits down with Edward Lando, one of the most prolific angel investors in the world, to explore the intricacies of early-stage investing. Edward shares his journey into angel investing, detailing his philosophy of prioritizing quality over quantity and the critical role relationships play in successful investments. From understanding valuations and navigating early-stage deals to constructing a portfolio that balances risk and reward, Edward provides invaluable insights for both founders and investors. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an aspiring investor, this episode is packed with practical advice and strategies to help you thrive in...
2025-01-1537 min
Forward Thinking Founders955 - Building The Personal Agentic Computing Stack w/ Simp4Satoshi (Truffle)In this conversation, Mat Sherman interviews Simp4Satoshi of Truffle. Topics covered include:Discussion of Truffle, a device for local inference tied to humanoid robotics and personal intelligence. Insights from a unique upbringing in the Middle East and its impact on a technology journey.Future of AI agents surpassing human economies and using cryptocurrency primarily.Criticism of Sam Altman and OpenAI, calling him the “Antichrist” of Silicon Valley. Critique of Y Combinator and the tech industry’s meritocracy, highlighting self-dealing.Emphasis on the need for a catalyst to disrupt the current landscape and foster true innovation.
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2025-01-1346 min
Forward Thinking Founders954 - Building In The Age Of AI w/ Vidy ThatteIn this conversation, Mat Sherman and Vidy Thatte discuss the journey of building various products, the challenges faced in startups, and the impact of AI on creativity and storytelling. Vidy shares insights on his experiences with different projects, the evolution of his ideas, and the importance of learning to code in the age of AI. They also explore the future of AI in creative industries and the potential shift in how we perceive characters in storytelling.
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2025-01-1037 min
Forward Thinking Founders953 - Disrupting Docusign By Creating a Free E-Signature Platform w/ Marty Ringlein (Agree.com)In this episode of Forward Thinking Founders, Mat Sherman interviews Marty Ringlein, cofounder of agree.com. They discuss the critical elements of growth, the importance of storytelling in sales, and the journey of launching Agree.com. Marty shares insights on the significance of trust in branding, the strategies for funding and growth, and the lessons learned from his entrepreneurial journey. In this conversation, Mat Sherman and Marty discuss the importance of recognizing when to delegate expertise, the role of investors in supporting founders, and the significance of building long-term relationships. They also explore leveraging competitor brands for market advantage...
2025-01-0838 min
Forward Thinking Founders952 - Helping Founders Raise VC The Right Way w/ Stéphane NasserIn this episode, Mat Sherman sits down with Stéphane Nasser to explore the evolution of OpenVC, a platform bridging the gap between founders and investors. Steph shares his personal journey—from living in Portugal to China—and reflects on the challenges of fundraising and the critical role of founder education and support. Together, they dive into the startup ecosystem, discussing the importance of screening submissions, transferable skills, and the emotional and psychological dimensions of entrepreneurship. They also tackle the reality of startup success, the need to build personal wealth before seeking venture capital, and the often-overlooked nuances of early...
2025-01-0642 min
Forward Thinking Founders947 - Danilo Dominici (LaundryBud) On Building Uber For LaundryIn this episode of Forward Thinking Founders, host Mat Sherman sits down with Danilo Dominici, the founder of LaundryBud. They discuss how Laundry Bud is revolutionizing the laundry industry by providing on-demand laundry services to time-pressed college students. Danilo shares his vision for the company and the challenges he faces as a solo founder. If you're interested in learning more about Laundry Bud or potentially joining the team, make sure to tune in to this insightful conversation. Don't forget to visit their website [laundrybud.com] and follow them on Instagram @laundrybudinc.
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2024-01-0109 min
VC10X - Startups, GTM, Investing, Venture Capital, Asset Management, Private Equity, Family OfficeVC10X - Building the Social Capital Bank for Startups | Mat Sherman, Founder of SeedscoutMat Sherman is the founder of Seedcout - A platform that helps founders build their investor networks.
Seedscout has 800+ investors in its network that are regularly reviewing deals on Seedscout and also giving feedback to founders on how they can improve.
In this episode, we talk about:
- Mat's story and why he started Seedscout?
- How Seedscout is a Social Capital bank for founders?
- Who is wealthier: Venture Capitalists or Angel Investors?
- What is Scouting?
..and lots more
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2022-10-1338 min
inTheir20s#62 - Mat Sherman, Founder of SeedScoutMat Sherman is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and extraordinary 20-somethings. He is the Host of Forward Thinking Founders, which is a show that’s recorded over 730 episodes with pre-seed founders. Through his podcast, Mat discovered that he wanted to find a better way to connect founders in his network with investors. He created Seedscout, which is a pre-seed startup database that allows investors to get better data on potential investment opportunities. Seedscout collects team information, company progress, fundraise details and other pieces of data that help investors decide who to meet with. Through Seedscout, you can also request introductions to an...
2021-09-2020 min
inTheir20s#62 - Mat Sherman, Founder of SeedScoutMat Sherman is an entrepreneur, podcast host, and extraordinary 20-somethings. He is the Host of Forward Thinking Founders, which is a show that’s recorded over 730 episodes with pre-seed founders. Through his podcast, Mat discovered that he wanted to find a better way to connect founders in his network with investors. He created Seedscout, which is a pre-seed startup database that allows investors to get better data on potential investment opportunities. Seedscout collects team information, company progress, fundraise details and other pieces of data that help investors decide who to meet with. Through Seedscout, you can also request introductions to an...
2021-09-2020 min
Degenerates talk SportsDegenerates talk Sports S2 Ep. 2 (Special guest interview with Mat Sherman, founder of Seedscout)This week we're kicking off our very first interview of season two with Mat Sherman, founder of Seedscout. We deep dive into the world of venture capitalism, entrepreneurship, and startups. Listen in on how Mat's startup Seedscout is disrupting the funding game for founders everywhere!
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2021-08-1241 min
SpotClub: Bringing Innovators TogetherHow the VC World Will Tumble Down — Founder Mat Sherman is Going to Put Venture Capitals on the Sidelines Through SeedScout.This week on the program, a conversation with SeedScout founder Mat Sherman. Mat started his journey as a YouTuber, quickly pivoting to a startup founder at PubLoft, and is now working on a vision to reimagine the modern day pre-seed and seed investing industry. SeedScout is a platform that will connect the best investors with the most ambitious founders without ever leveraging its community to become an institutional investor within themselves. Mat is on a true journey to innovate!
2021-07-0138 min
Forward Thinking Founders700 - Mat Sherman (Seedscout) On Competing With Silicon ValleyMat Sherman is the founder of Seedscout. Seedscout is a professional network anyone can get paid to scout talent, founders, and customers.
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2021-06-1633 min
Forward Thinking Founders600 - Mat Sherman (SeedScout) On Reimagining Venture CapitalMat Sherman is the founder of SeedScout. SeedScout is building a global scout force to build relationships with every pre-seed founder in the world to connect them with the resources they need to succeed as a founder. Thank you to Hamid from AZ Tech Podcat for letting me use this audio. Check out that podcast here.
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2021-04-021h 28
AZ Tech PodcastMat Sherman, Entrepreneur, PodcasterMat Sherman knows how to hustle. He calls himself a "startup guy," because he's so passionate about startups, entrepreneurs and Silicon Valley. He's willing to do what it takes to make things happen, and his latest venture is a podcast all about founders across the country and how they do what they do. Hamid and Mat discuss things like Mat's passion, the challenges he's overcome and the barriers to building a company.Watch the interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qp21ckfdrNc&t=3249s
2021-03-051h 27
Not Boring BusinessMat Sherman (Founder of Growthmeter)Mat Sherman is the Founder of Growthmeter. Growthmeter is the evolution of Mat’s podcast, Forward-Thinking Founders. He is bringing the startup magic of the bay area online so that anyone can experience the power of serendipity with other like-minded founders and investors.You can find and learn more about Mat Sherman on the following links below.Twitter - https://twitter.com/Mat_ShermanNewsletter - https://www.matsherman.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/matsherman/You can also listen and subscribe to his podcast called Growthmeter.
2021-02-0222 min
Crashing Up#1 with Mat Sherman - Building the Future with No CodeRandy Ginsburg (@GinsburgRandy) is joined by Mat Sherman (@Mat_Sherman)*, the founder of FWD Thinking City (now Growthmeter). He’s also the host of Forward Thinking Founders podcast, where he’s interviewed hundreds of founders of pre-seed and seed stage companies from all over the world. They discuss the future of building venture backed startups using no code apps such as Webflow, Adalo, Typeform, and Zapier, along with the lessons Mat has learned from interviewing over 500 founders.
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2021-01-2719 min
Forward Thinking Founders500 - Mat Sherman (Growthmeter) On Building A Meritocracy In StartupsMat Sherman is the founder of Growthmeter. Growthmeter helps Silicon Valley grade, global startups, get funded by tier-one VCs.
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2021-01-2543 min
The Curious Podcast by KshitijMat Sherman on startups, AI and podcastingHi everyone, today we have with us Mat sherman, the founder and CEO of Forward thinking city, he has worked at yc funded startups, has a podcast with over 400 episodes and above all that is very intellectual and open to conversations. This is a podcast you will not like to miss... Links to Mat's work - Forward thinking city - forwardthinking.city
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2020-12-2522 min
Forward Thinking Founders400 - Mat Sherman (Forward Thinking City / Seedscout) On Creating A MeritocracyMat Sherman is the founder of Forward Thinking City and Seedscout. These companies are aiming to build a meritocracy in startups; The best founders should get funded, not the most networked.
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2020-10-2247 min
Smart NonsenseMat Sherman: Inside the Minds of Forward Thinking Founders (#52)Episode 52 with Henry and Dylan—Today they're talking to Mat Sherman, host of the Forward Thinking Founders podcast.Dishin' out Smart Nonsense about:Mat Sherman: A journey to startup successThe great lie of Silicon ValleyLessons from interviewing 300+ startup foundersLinksSmart NonsenseConnect with Mat Sherman:Forward Thinking City | Email | TwitterForward Thinking Founders | SpotifyIsaac Morehouse (CEO & Cofounder of Crash) on the Future of Job Hunting (and everything related to work/education) | Forward Thinking FoundersMat Sherman (Forward Thinking Founders) Reflecting on 2019 | Forward Thinking Fo...
2020-09-1957 min
Forward Thinking Founders276 - Daniel Dixon (Mixy) On All Things DTC and BundlesAbout: Daniel Dixon is the cofounder of MIxy. As an exclusive catalog of brand name gift cards, Mixy is made to introduce you to new great products for a fraction of the cost.Our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being in the same room sometimes feels like magic. Sidekick is a hardware device that connects remote teams with an always-on video call. This allows founding teams and fast teams to act as if they were in the same room, even if they are on different continents. Save $30/mo off per...
2020-08-1923 min
Forward Thinking Founders275 - Sam Abrika (Cash Coach) On Gamifying Money ManagemenyAbout this episode: Sam Abrika is the cofounder of Cash Coach. Want to Improve Your Spending Habits? Let The Game Begin!About Our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being in the same room sometimes feels like magic. Sidekick is a hardware device that connects remote teams with an always-on video call. This allows founding teams and fast teams to act as if they were in the same room, even if they are on different continents. Save $30/mo off per device by purchasing your Sidekick from this link.
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2020-08-1914 min
Forward Thinking Founders274 - Indra Sofian (Sora Schools) On Building a Virtual High SchoolAbout: Indra Sofian is the cofounder of Sora Schools. Sora Schools is a live, virtual high school designed to accelerate your student toward their wildest dreamsAbout Our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being in the same room sometimes feels like magic. Sidekick is a hardware device that connects remote teams with an always-on video call. This allows founding teams and fast teams to act as if they were in the same room, even if they are on different continents. Save $30/mo off per device by purchasing your Sidekick...
2020-08-1824 min
Forward Thinking Founders273 - An Early Bet on Paige Finn DohertyWelcome to Early Bets: This is a segment on the show called "Early Bets". I find young ambitious people who haven't found their thing yet, but might be starting a company soon. If you are an investor or journalist, these are the episodes to watch to meet young founders to support before they are on the radar.
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2020-08-1821 min
Forward Thinking Founders272 - Leo Polovets (Susa Ventures) On Partner MondaysThis is a segment of Partner Mondays, where I talk to venture capitalists about what it's like on the other side of the table. Today, we're talking to Leo Polovets, a GP at Susa Ventures
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2020-08-1741 min
Forward Thinking Founders268 - Jad Esber On The Sunday RoundupThis is the Sunday Roundup! TSR is where chat with 1-4 other people in tech about what's going on in the world. The format is very casual. Today's roundup is co-hosted by Jad Esber!
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2020-08-1650 min
Forward Thinking Founders266 - Michael Parker (Jungled) On House plantsAbout this episode: Michael is the founder of Jungled. Jungled helps you keep your house plants alive and healthy with intuitive technology and embedded expertise.Listen to this episode if:You have house plants and want to keep them healthyWant to have a house plant in the futureAre curious how the technology works for JungledWant to hear the origin story of JungledWant to hear the big vision!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup...
2020-08-1421 min
Forward Thinking Founders265 - Chris Pattison (HackerStash) On Micro Finance For Hackers and FoundersAbout this episode: Chris Pattison is the founder of HackerStash. HackerStash is a weekly tournament designed to help makers support digital projects and services they love, and keep their own project moving forward too.Listen to this episode if:Are a maker/hackerWant to learn about new incentive models for foundersWant to hear about the origin story of this coWant to become a potential maker on HackerstashWant to hear the big vision for Hackerstash!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored...
2020-08-1323 min
Forward Thinking Founders264 - James McAulay (Encore) On Building A Marketplace for MusiciansAbout this episode: James McAulay is the cofounder of Encore. Encore is the fastest way to find and book great musicians.Listen to this episode if:Want to learn about EncoreAre curious how they weathered the COVD stormWant to hear more about the origin story of EncoreWant to book a musician for a wedding in the futureWant to hear the big vision for Encore!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being in the same room sometimes...
2020-08-1223 min
Forward Thinking Founders263 - Colin Keeley (Avocado) On Audio CoursesAbout this episode: Colin Keeley is the cofounder of Avocado Audio. Avocado is a platform for the world’s best audio courses. Ditch the screen and turn your spare listening into productive learning time.Listen to this episode if:Are a podcast hostWant to create a course, but don't want to create a videoWant to hear how to monetize audio in a more efficient way Want to hear the origin story of this companyWant to hear the big vision for Avacado---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This...
2020-08-1116 min
Forward Thinking Founders262 - Mac Conwell (Rarebreed) On Partner MondaysThis is a segment of Partner Mondays, where I talk to venture capitalists about what it's like on the other side of the table. Today, we're talking to Mac Conwell, the founder of Rarebreed Ventures. In this episode, we talk about:How Mac got into VCMac's path into techBreaking down how venture capital funds workWhat he looks for in founders to invest inThe power of TwitterWhat he looks for in founders who want to break inFollow Mac on Twitter here.---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This...
2020-08-1023 min
Forward Thinking Founders261 - Jonathan Moed (Startup Universal) On Highlighting the World's Startup EcosystemsAbout this episode: Jonathan Moed is the cofounder of Startup Universal. Startup Universal is a content platform covering technology startups globally with a focus on emerging startup ecosystems—those with untapped growth potential that are currently under-covered and underserved.Listen to this episode if:Want to learn about new startup hubsAre curious who to evaluate a geography for their startup sceneWant to hear more about Jonathans backgroundWant to hear the origin story Want to hear the big vision for Startup Universal!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...Thi...
2020-08-0928 min
Forward Thinking Founders260 - Chris Herd (Firstbase) On Managing Supplies For a Remote TeamAbout this episode: Chris Herd is the cofounder of Firstbase. Firstbase lets companies supply and manage all the physical equipment their remote teams need to do great work at homeListen to this episode if you:You have a remote teamAre curious about supplies a remote team would needWant to hear how Chris got the initial idea.Are curious how Firstbase works with different teamsWant to hear the big vision for Firstbase!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're s...
2020-08-0815 min
Forward Thinking Founders259 - Wes Wagner (Align) On on allowing anyone to launch ISAsAbout this episode: Wes Wagner is the cofounder of Align. Align makes it easy to launch and scale income share agreements.Listen to this episode if:You want to launch a program using ISAsYou want to understand what ISAs areYou're curious about the idea maze Wes went through to figure this outWant to hear the origin storyWant to hear the big vision for Align!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being in the same room sometimes...
2020-08-0724 min
Forward Thinking Founders258 - Buchi Okoro (Quidax) On Building a Crypto Exchange in AfricaAbout this episode: Buchi Okoro is the cofounder of Quidax. Quidax makes it safe and easy to buy and sell Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin and other cryptocurrencies using your local currency.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in cryptocurrency exchanges in different countriesWonder why fintech needs to always focus on a specific geography firstWant to know the origin story for Quidax Want to know how Buchi spends his timeWant to hear the big vision for Quidax!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is...
2020-08-0620 min
Forward Thinking Founders257 - Dylan Brookes Sam Shore (Wavium) On Building Software For CreatorsAbout this episode: Dylan and Sam are the cofounders of Wavium. Wavium helps you create a blog with a built-in newsletter in under 5 minutes, totally free.Listen to this episode if you:Want to start a newsletter, blog, or both!Are a creator looking for better tools for your stackWonder how they get the idea for WaviumWant to know what the future for creators looks like?Want to hear the big vision for Wavium!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick...
2020-08-0520 min
Forward Thinking Founders256 - Aidan Fitzpatrick (Camo) On Using Your iPhone as your Desktop WebcamAbout this episode: Aidan Fitzpatrick is the cofounder of Reincubate, which makes Camo. Use your iPhone or iPad as a pro webcam and get powerful effects and adjustments for Zoom, Meet, and more. Listen to this episode if you:Were going to buy a webcam but think they are too expensive.Have a smartphone with a great cameraWant to hear how he got the idea for CamoWant to understand the distinction between Camo and ReincubateWant to hear the big vision for Camo!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...
2020-08-0419 min
Forward Thinking Founders255 - Charles Hudson (Precursor Ventures) On Partner MondaysThis is a segment of Partner Mondays, where I talk to venture capitalists about what it's like on the other side of the table. Today, we're talking to Charles Hudson, the founder and Managing Partner of Precursor Ventures. In this episode, we talk about:- Portfolio construction- Different types of risks - How he evaluates founders- Cold emails- Insider vs. outsider founders- And a ton more!Follow Charles on Twitter here. ---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...
2020-08-0343 min
Forward Thinking Founders254 - Francesco Di Lorenzo & Fabrizio Rinaldi (Mailbrew) on Building An Information DietAbout this episode: Francesco Di Lorenzo & Fabrizio Rinaldi are the are the cofounders of Mailbrew. Mailbrew helps you get the best content from your favorite sources, in a daily email.Listen to this episode if you:Enjoy newsletters, Twitter, or other forms of only infoHave newsletter or information fatigue Miss valuable information in the world based on the signal to noise ratioWant to know the Origin story for MailbrewWant to hear the big vision for Mailbrew!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by...
2020-08-0222 min
Forward Thinking Founders253 - Matt Shumer (OthersideAI) On The Power of GPT-3 and email clientsAbout this episode: Matt is the cofounder of OthersideAI. OthersideAI is building communications tools that work like magic, starting with email.Listen to this episode if you:Are curious to understand all the hype around GPT-3Want to know how they are improving on the email experience Are curious to understand how OpenAI plays a roll in all of this Want to know Matt's background in technology Want to hear the big vision for the OthersideAI---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sid...
2020-08-0120 min
Forward Thinking Founders252 - Matt Johnson (Taskable) On Building A Task Manager for Task ManagersAbout this episode: Matt is the cofounder of Taskable. Taskable captures all the stuff you need to get done in one place, and helps you decide what to do next. Have multiple Asana and Slack teams? Bring them all into one dashboard.Listen to this episode if you:Are on multiple teams using different project management platformsWant to be more focused when you start your dayWant to know the origin story for TaskableAre curious who their ideal users are for their GTMWant to hear the big vision for the Taskable---------Starting a startup...
2020-07-3117 min
Forward Thinking Founders251 - Alyssa Atkins (Lilia) On Freezing your EggsAbout this episode: Alyssa Atkins is the founder of Lilia. Lilia is everything you need to make an informed decision about freezing your eggs.Listen to this episode if you:Have considered freezing your eggs but weren't sure how to navigate Want to know the origin story behind Lilia Are curious why Alyssa decided to go with an education-first approach Want to know how she says productive and why she loves napsWant to hear the big vision for Lilia!---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is s...
2020-07-3021 min
Forward Thinking Founders250 - Anish Agnihotri (Gen Z Mafia) on Making Friends Online And CreatingAbout this episode: Anish Agnihotri is a member of the Gen Z Mafia. Gen Z Mafia is a community of young builders dropping products every few weeks, starting with VibesListen to this episode if you:Want to know what Vibes isAre curious about how they all metWant to know how they leverage GPT-3 within vibesAre curious about how Anish uses TwitterWant to hear the big vision for the Gen Z Mafia---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by S...
2020-07-2922 min
Forward Thinking Founders249 - Anton Viborniy (ApiWay) On Building a Better Business Model for IntegrationsAbout this episode: Anton Viborniy is the cofounder of ApiWay. ApiWay allows you to connect your favorite apps in a few clicks, for free, without coding.Listen to this episode if you:Want to learn no-code API workAre sick of paying for ZapierWant to understand a new business model for this spaceAre looking to hear the origin story on ApiWayWant to hear the big vision for ApiWay---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup...
2020-07-2820 min
Forward Thinking Founders248 - Michael Aubry (Storycreator) On balancing building and sellingAbout this episode: Michael Aubry is the founder of StoryCreator. Storycreator helps you easily create videos that grow your brand on social media.Listen to this episode if you:Want to hear about how Storycreator worksAre curious about Michael's journey into SFWant to know how he balances selling and shippingWant to know his advice for others trying to break into techWant to hear the big vision for Storycreator---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote world is hard...This episode is sponsored by Sidekick. When you're starting a startup, being...
2020-07-2726 min
Forward Thinking Founders247 - Jean-Luc Martineau & Ashley Belleau-Dame (Bagsort) On Airbnb For LuggageAbout this episode: Jean-Luc Martineau & Ashley Belleau-Dame are the cofounders of Bagsort. Bagsort allows you to drop off your bags and belongings in certified shops & hotel for just $5.95/day/item.Listen to this episode if you:Are curious about how Bagsort works Want to know how they get shops to sign up with BagsortWant to know how they got the idea for this company?Are curious about how they are adapting for COVID-19?Want to hear the big vision for Bagsort---------Starting a startup with cofounders in a remote w...
2020-07-2618 min
Forward Thinking Founders246 - Gaby Goldberg & Dheera Vuppala (Hiatus) On Building TikTok For IdeasAbout this episode: Gaby Goldberg & Dheera Vuppala are the cofounders of Hiatus. Hiatus is a new community for gap year students.Listen to this episode if you:Are thinking about doing a gap year starting this Fall Want to hear about how they both met on TwitterAre curious to hear about how they think about building Hiatus to distribute ideasWant to hear what they spend their time thinking about when they aren't working on HiatusWant to hear the big vision for HiatusFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-2525 min
Three Good ThingsThree Good Things Vol. 47 - Guest: Mat ShermanWelcome to the Three Good Things podcast where I talk about Three Good Things daily. Today we have the wonderful @Mat_Sherman on the podcast. Mat founded PubLoft which was a content marketing marketplace and GigLoft, which is a learning community for creatives. Right now, Mat is on the growth team at Prenda which is bringing microschools to the masses. He’s written 200+ business articles online and has a podcast with over 240 episodes where he talks to early stage founders about their startup. We talked about journalists leaving publication houses to write on substack, VC needing new filters and clubhouse as...
2020-07-2540 min
Forward Thinking Founders245 - Ankith Harathi (Macro) On Building Superpowers for Zoom MeetingsAbout this episode: Ankith Harathi is the cofounder of Macro. Macro is a customizable meeting interface built on top of Zoom, reimagined for collaboration and inclusive conversation.Listen to this episode if you:Use Zoom for most of your meetingsWish zoom had better functionality to run a meeting or take notesWant to know who's talking more/less in a meeting as its happening.Want to hear the origin story of MacroWant to hear the big vision for MacroFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-2421 min
Forward Thinking Founders244 - Jonathan Cottrell (Journeyage) On Building & Training TeamsAbout this episode: Jonathon Cottrell is the cofounder of Journeyage. Journeyage allows founders and CEOs to empower their people to accomplish their purpose through personalized training at scale.Listen to this episode if you:Are running a company and plan on hiring peopleWant to make sure you get the culture right Are curious about a different to think about growing a companyWant to hear the origin story of JourneyageWant to hear the big vision for Journeyage Find the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-2323 min
Forward Thinking Founders243 - Andy Chen (Sidekick) On Solving The Remote Productivity ProblemAbout this episode: Andy Chen is the cofounder of Sidekick. Sidekick is a hardware device that connects remote teams with an always-on video callListen to this episode if you:Work on a remote team (everyone)Deal with productivty problems while working on your remote team.Want to hear about how the UX of Sidekick worksWant to hear about the origin story of SidekickWant to hear the big vision for SidekickFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-2114 min
Forward Thinking Founders242 - Hayoung Park (HYP) On Exclusive Product Release Auctions (Drops)About this episode: Hayoung Park is the founder of HYP. HYP partners with brands for exclusive release auctionsListen to this episode if you:Are interested in the streetwear drop cultureWant to learn about the economics of product drops Want to know how Hayoung got into this type of workWant to learn more about how to price hypeWant to hear the big vision for HYPFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-1820 min
Forward Thinking Founders241 - Ara Ghougassian (Fluent) On Language Learning in the BrowserAbout this episode: Ara Ghougassian is the cofounder of Fluent. Fluent makes it easier to practice French by translating select English words to the language you want to learn, all while you browse the web.Listen to this episode if you:Have struggled with DuolingoWant to know how the product worksAre curious to know how he thinks about spending his time.Want to know what makes them different from other language learning toolsWant to hear the big vision for DuolingoFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on...
2020-07-1712 min
Forward Thinking Founders240 - Marlon Wayne (Impulse) On Social Ecommerce + Consumer InsightsAbout this episode: Marlon Wayne is the cofounder of Impulse. Swipe to leave feedback for brands. Win dope stuff. Do it every week.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in methods to survey companies Are curious about the value of Twitter in techWant to know how Marlon came up with the ideaAre curious about the role of fun and humor in Marlon's lifeWant to hear the big vision for ImpulseFind the Forward Thinking Newsletter here. Find me on Twitter here.
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2020-07-1619 min
Forward Thinking Founders239 - An Early Bet On Anisha SunkerneniWelcome to Early Bets: This is a segment on the show called "Early Bets". I find young ambitious people who haven't found their thing yet, but might be starting a company soon. If you are an investor or journalist, these are the episodes to watch to meet young founders to support before they are on the radar.About Anisha: Anisha is a recent Lambda School grad who is active in the Twitterverse.
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2020-07-1542 min
Forward Thinking Founders238 - Adam Moelis (Yotta Saving) On Incentivizing Good Save Habits With a LotteryAbout this episode: Adam Moelis is the co-founder and CEO of Yotta. Yotta helps people get paid more on your savings plus the chance to win up to $10 million every week.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in innovative FinTech modelsWant to know how Adam got this idea for savingsAre curious how this would work for youWant to know how Adam gets the word out about itWant to hear the big vision for YottaIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a remote development team in a fraction of the time...
2020-07-1422 min
Forward Thinking Founders237 - Sebastian Jimenez (Rilla) On Voice Analytics For Brick And Mortar StoresAbout this episode: Sebastien Jimenez is the cofounder of Rilla. Use their voice-recognition AI to capture insights from the thousands of conversations your store associates have with your brick and mortar shoppers every day. Listen to this episode if you:Operate any type of retail store and want analytics on the conversationsWant to hear about how they are targeting this very complicated technical challengeAre curious to hear about their very interesting origin storyWant to know how Sebastien spends an average dayWant to hear the big vision for RillaMore Info on Forward Thinking Media
2020-07-1419 min
Forward Thinking Founders236 - Stephen McKee (Back Porch Homes) On The Tiny Home MovementAbout this episode: Stephen McKee is the cofounder of Back Porch Homes. Back Porch Homes, or BPH, uses the tiny home concept to increase suburban housing capacity while preserving neighborhoods … and does so in weeks rather than the months and years associated with building accessory dwelling units.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested n Tiny HomesAre wondering to know the history behind the Tiny Home movementAre curious what it is like to raise a funding round on RepublicWant to know how they weathered COVID and will live to see another dayWant to hear the bi...
2020-07-0929 min
Forward Thinking Founders235 - An Early Bet On Alexis WisemanWelcome to Early Bets: This is a segment on the show called "Early Bets". I find young ambitious people who haven't found their startup yet, but might be starting a company soon. If you are an investor or journalist, these are the episodes to watch to meet young founders to support before they are on the radar.About Alexis: Alexis is a venture partner at Contrary Capital.
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2020-07-0925 min
Forward Thinking Founders234 - Dominic Wells (Onfolio) On Buying Websites and a Look Into M&A on The InternetAbout this episode: Dominic Wells is the founder of Onfolio. Onfolio helps more people invest in online businesses around the world.Listen to this episode if you:How to come up with a valuation of an online businessAre wondering who the players are in the internet m&a gameWant to know how Dominic got into this line of work.Are curious how Dominic spends an average day while working on OnfolioWant to hear the big vision for OnfolioIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a remote development team in a fraction of...
2020-07-0726 min
Forward Thinking Founders233 - Chen Zhang & Matt Udvari (Aquifer Motion) on Animation Tools for CreatorsAbout this episode: Chen and Matt are the cofounders of Aquifer Motion. Aquifer helps creators with instant cinematic animation for their videos and media.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in cinematic automationAre curious about the next big format for mediaWant to hear about how they landed on this ideaWant to know how it worksWant to hear the big vision for Aquifer!Introducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a remote development team in a fraction of the time it would take if you did it...
2020-07-0626 min
Forward Thinking Founders232 - David Potter (Curu) On Rethinking Credit as a Lender and BorrowerAbout this episode: David Potter is the co-founder and CEO of Curu. Curu helps lenders improve their lending portfolio by showing applicants the actions they need to take to get approved.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in FinTech Are a bank or someone who works with evaluating credit Want an in-depth look at how David spends his dayWant to know the origin story of CuruWant to hear the big vision for CuruIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a remote development team in a fr...
2020-06-2518 min
Forward Thinking Founders231 - Jo Lynn Clemens (I've Been Vetted) On Building a Safe WorkpalceAbout this episode: Jo Lynn Clemens is the co-founder and CEO of I've Been Vetted. I've been Vetted helps organizations to boost company culture by creating greater transparency and accountability in the human capital supply chain.Listen to this episode if you:Are looking to create a safer workplace for your employeesWant a safer and more scalable solution for transferring trust from role to roleAre curious to hear about the origin story for I've Been Vetted Want to know how she spends her time on an average dayWant to hear the big vision for I've Been V...
2020-06-2414 min
Forward Thinking Founders230 - Saoud Khalifah (Fakespot) On Spotting Fake Reviews At ScaleAbout this episode: Saoud Khalifah is the founder and CEO of Fakespot. Fakespot helps quickly tells you if a seller is reputable and offers alternatives if they are not to save you time, money, and frustration.Listen to this episode if you:Are a consumer that shops online oftenCares more about the quality of reviews, not quality Are curious about how Saoud spends his time Want to know the origin story of FakspotWant to hear the big vision for FakspotIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a rem...
2020-06-2319 min
Forward Thinking Founders229 - Martel Metellus (Soko) On Building a Discovery Network for the Black CommunityAbout this episode: Martel Metellus is the co-founder and CEO of Soko. Soko is the first discovery network for the Black community to connect, collaborate, and find new opportunities.Listen to this episode if you:Are a black person looking for other black people to do business with and to befriendAre practicing allyship and want to work with anyone in the black business communityWant to know why LinkedIn could never replicate this Are curious to hear the origin story for SokoWant to hear the big vision for SokoIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!T...
2020-06-2218 min
Forward Thinking Founders228 - Ben Dobkin (Ode) On Unlocking Podcast Monetization for the Next 100,000 CreatorsAbout this episode: Ben Dobkin is the cofounder and CEO of Ode. Ode helps podcasters mobilize their fans and turn listeners into new consumers.Listen to this episode if you:Are a podcaster looking to know who your listeners are in more details Are a brand looking to best understand a podcaster's audience before sponsoring Are curious to hear how Ben landed on solving this problem for podcasters.Want to understand the core challenge of attribution in podcasting todayWant to hear the big vision for OdeIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you fin...
2020-06-2119 min
Forward Thinking Founders227 - Nash Ahmed (Undock) On Building an OS for MeetingsAbout this episode: Nash is the CEO and co-founder of Undock. Undock allows you to Instantly schedule, host and document meetings with your network.Listen to this episode if you:Don't love meetings and want a better management solutionWant to hear about the way Undock tackles the time zone issuesAre curious to hear the origin story of UndockWant to know how nash got the domain and the nameWant to hear the big vision for UndockIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps you find a remote development team in a fraction of the...
2020-06-2027 min
Forward Thinking Founders226 - Stacey Lake (Law Wurk) On Building A Marketplace For ParalegalsAbout this episode: Stacey is the CEO and cofounder of Law Wurk. With Law Wurk, you get fast legal work done by their network of legal freelancers.Listen to this episode if you:Are interested in the legal tech worldAre curious about the difference between lawyers and paralegals and what this means for startup founders Want to know how Stacey is jumping through the hoops of the regulatory environment Are curious about the vision for Law WurkWant to hear the big vision for Law WurkIntroducing our June sponsor: Turing!Turing helps yo...
2020-06-1925 min
Forward Thinking Founders221 - Sunday Roundup w/ Jake Chapman, Cofounder and MP at Alpha Bridge VenturesThis is a new segment of the show called Sunday Roundup. Every Sunday, we will publish an episode with different cohosts where Mat and whoever is joining him that day discuss current happenings in tech and startups. This is meant to be a more casual segment, as opposed to The founder interviews (FI's). Today's guest is Jack Chapman the managing partner at Alpha Bridge Ventures------Sunday roundups are a paid part of Forward Thinking Media, a media brand for early-stage startup and business content.
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2020-06-1445 min
Forward Thinking FoundersSR - Sunday Roundup with Michael Marra and Mat ShermanThis is a new segment of the show called Sunday Roundup. Every Sunday, we will publish an episode with different cohosts where Mat and whoever is joining him that day discuss current happenings in tech and startups. This is meant to be a more casual segment, as opposed to The founder interviews (FI's). Today's guest is Michael Marra, founder of Entre. ------Sunday roundups are a paid part of Forward Thinking Media, a media brand for early-stage startup and business content. You will get a sample of today's Sunday Roundup, but if you want the whole episode...
2020-05-3152 min
Forward Thinking FoundersSR - Sunday Roundup with Adam McBride and Mat ShermanThis is a new segment of the show called Sunday Roundup. Every Sunday, we will publish an episode with different cohosts where Mat and whoever is joining him that day discuss current happenings in tech and startups. This is meant to be a more casual segment, as opposed to The founder interviews (FI's). Today's guest is Adam Mcbride, an expert on Costa Rica and Twitter friend of Mat.------Sunday roundups are a paid part of Forward Thinking Media, a media brand for early-stage startup and business content. You will get a sample of today's...
2020-05-2443 min
Forward Thinking FoundersMat's Thoughts (MT) - Don't Use Paid Ads To Get Your First Customers (Even if They're Cheap)I am starting a new segment on the show called Mat's Thoughts. This is where I talk about a topic that I want to get out to my listeners. I will do these periodically, not every day. Todays' thought is on why you shouldn't use ads, even if they are on a discount.
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2020-04-1907 min
Forward Thinking FoundersForward Thinking Founders Save The World (1) - Introducing the #FTFSTWI am starting a new series on the FTF network called Forward Thinking Founders Save The World. In this series, I will be talking about ways the Forward Thinking Founders of the world can build solutions to help solve serious problems in their households, communities, states, and countries. We will be diving into topics such as:- Thinking ahead of the market- Making essentials from raw materials - Building platforms with no code apps- How to educate your kids and yourself- And tons moreI cannot do this...
2020-03-1502 min
Forward Thinking Founders089 - Mat Sherman (Forward Thinking Founders) Reflecting on 2019P.S. - Become an angel investor in Forward Thinking Founders. Learn more by scrolling below or by clicking here.In this episode, Ethan Naluz (Pepper) interviews me about my wild 2019. In this episode, we dive into:An in-depth look into how we got into Jason Calacanis's LAUNCH Accelerator A good look into the experience in working with Jason early in the yearLearning about the point where things started to go downhill and where I should have been a better founderTactical points where I could have made different decisions that would have led to a b...
2019-12-311h 09
Forward Thinking Founders076 - Rahul Raina (TRM) On Building MVPsBasic information:Rahul Is a co-founder of TRM. TRM helps financial institutions fight money laundering, prevent fraud, and stay in compliance. They have a focus on cryptocurrency.Listen to this episode if you are interested in:The Future of moneyRegulating fraud and security in cryptocurrency Are interested in starting a company/startupWant to know how to build an MVPAre curious about using an MVP before starting a companyUsing data vs. gut when building out products Are interested in #nocodeAn ask from MatJoin the Forward Thinking Founders community via our email list here. If...
2019-12-1837 min
Forward Thinking Founders075 - Yuval Shalev (Hunterz.io) On Building a World Class Sales TeamBasic information:Yuval Is the co-founder and CRO of Hunterz.io. Hunterz.io connects vendors with medium to large enterprises, utilizing individuals with established connections within the organization to make relevant introductions.Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in Israeli Startups- Work in an enterprise sales org or are needing the results of an enterprise sales org- Are interested in marketplace models applied to new verticals - Are interested at all in revenue operations- Are curious about how to grow a sales team - W...
2019-12-1731 min
Forward Thinking Founders074 - Braden Ream (Voiceflow) On Future of Audio/VoiceBasic information:Braden Ream Is the co-founder and CEO of Voiceflow. Voiceflow enables anyone to collaboratively design, prototype and build Alexa Skills and Google Actions - without coding.Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in the audio/voice space- Want to hear how quickly a company can move in 8 months- Are interested to know how podcasters can use voice apps - Want to hear where the voice/audio industry is going- Want to know how to leverage a community to grow a company
2019-12-1650 min
Forward Thinking Founders073 - Darius Monsef (Brave Care) On Building Great ProductsBasic information:Darius Monsef is the Cofounder and CEO of Brave Care. Brave Care provides excellent primary and urgent care for children. They create a comfortable environment for little ones, and reduce the stress and cost of their healthcare.Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in the healthcare industry - Are interested in the role of a parent when dealing with a child's health- Want to know how YC has changed in a decade (from a 2x YC founder)- Want to learn how...
2019-12-1541 min
Forward Thinking Founders072 - Shanif Dhanani (Apteo) On Building Technical TeamsBasic information: Shanif Dhanani is the cofounder and CEO of Apteo. Apteo helps you organize and analyze data in a single, secure catalog powered by A.I.Listen to this episode if you:- Are into data collection and data analysis - Are interested to hear some very practical use cases of AI- Want to learn about in the ins and outs of hiring a technical team- Needs a way to think about whether to hire a senior developer or a junior developer An ask...
2019-12-1437 min
Forward Thinking Founders071 - Sahil Khoja (Students Who Design) On the future of educationBasic information:Sahil Khoja Is the co-founder of Students Who Design. This is a online product design school, where you only pay once you get a job!Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in the future of education- Want to know how to break into product design- Are a younger founder looking for role models to learn from- Want to hear about the product iteration process- Want to learn more about ISAsAn ask from MatJoin the Forward Thinking Founders...
2019-12-1332 min
Forward Thinking Founders070 - Tomas Hoyos (Voro) On Raising a Seed RoundBasic information:Tomas Hoyos is the Cofounder and CEO of Voro. Voro is a community where you can search and find doctor recommendations from people you trust. They just raised a $2.5M seed round led by Floodgate. Listen to this episode if you:- If you or your loved ones have health complications, - If you are building a company in NYC- If you want to learn about fundraising and how to raise a seed round- Want to know what the fundraising process is actually like, n...
2019-12-1231 min
Forward Thinking Founders069 - Katia Damer (Prolific) On Strategy and Decision MakingBasic information:Katia Damer is the Cofounder and CEO of Prolific. Prolific builds the most powerful and flexible tools for online research, starting with scientists and researchers.Listen to this episode if you:- Want to learn more about tools for doing user research- Are interested in a founder's thought on how/when to expand to a different market- Want to learn about the nuances of having product-market fit- How to think about decision making when affecting business strategy- How Y Combinator was to go through...
2019-12-1131 min
Forward Thinking Founders068 - Mark Lutter (Charter City Institute) On The Future of CitiesBasic information:Mark Lutter is the Founder and Executive Director at Charter Cities Institute. CCI is a nonprofit dedicated to creating the ecosystem for charter cities. They believe charter cities are the future of development in emerging economies.Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in understanding what Charter cities are- Are curious to know if a Charter City would work in the states- Are interested in solving the global poverty crisis- Want to learn about current charter cities underway?- Want to see how you ca...
2019-12-1040 min
Forward Thinking Founders067 - Travis Hedge (Vouch) On Storytelling & FundraisingBasic information:Travis Hedge is the Cofounder of Vouch. Vouch provides business insurance for startups.Listen to this episode if you:- Are wondering if you should get insurance for your startup- Are curious how to capitalize on an old industry into a quickly growing startup.- Are interested in how the process of selling within the YC network works. - Are interested in learning how to raise a seed round- Want to learn how to tell a story that the investors will align with- Are curious...
2019-12-0929 min
Forward Thinking Founders066 - Greg Head (Gregslist) On Scaling to $100M in revenueBasic information:Greg Head is the CEO of Scaling Point and founder of Gregslist. Greglist is a network of lists that map all software companies in different geographies (Phoenix, Dallas, Utah , etc.). It's important to note that Greg was also the CMO that scaled Infusionsoft from the low millions to over $100M+. Listen to this episode if you:- Want to learn about how tech hubs outside of the coasts can improve their scene and presence on a national scale.- Want to hear about early days of growth at Infusionsoft- Are...
2019-12-0841 min
Forward Thinking Founders065 - François Baldassari (Memfault) On Preparing for YC's Demo DayBasic information:François Baldassari is the Cofounder and CEO of Memfault. Memfault can automatically catch, triage, and fix issues on any hardware platform. Memfault has raised 2.7M from Uncork Capital, Y Combinator, and others.Listen to this episode if you:- Are working on a hardware product and dislike the debugging process - Are a consumer of hardware products and want to help the companies be more successful- Are interested to know more about what happens inside Y Combinator- Want to know how to g...
2019-12-0727 min
Forward Thinking Founders064 - Sara Mauskopf (Winnie) On Finding Product Market FitBasic information:Sara Mauskopf is the Cofounder and CEO of Winnie. Winnie helps parents find childcare and preschools in their area.Listen to this episode if you:- Are interested in the ideation process (Learn how it took a while for Sara to hone on on this big idea)- Are interested in building a big audience before you monetize - Want to learn about the nuances of having product-market fit- Are curious about what hypergrowth feels like?- Want to learn about distribution channels like SEO and content marketing
2019-12-0643 min
Forward Thinking Founders063 - John Xie (Taskade) On Collaborative ProductivityBasic information: John Xie, Cofounder of Taskade. Taskade combines tasks, notes, and communication all in one place. Taskade has raised $5,000,000 and is a Y Combinator alumni.Listen to this episode if you:- Want to hear productivity hacks for your life and work- Are wondering what platforms you should start off with- Want to learn how to operate and manage a lean team- Are interested in remote work or future of work trends- Are into the nocode/creator movementAn ask from Mat
2019-12-0527 min
Forward Thinking Founders035 - James Gallagher on Income Share AgreementsJames is one of the smartest people I’ve ever talked to on the podcast, and he’s also one of the youngest! Right now, he’s a researcher at CareerKarma, writing long-form posts about all things future of education and work. I have no doubt he’ll be a very successful founder one day, but I didn’t want to wait to have him on the show.Please PLEASE listen to the episode if you have any interest in learning about Income Share Agreements. I feel as if there is no one more knowledgeable on the topic than James...
2019-11-0640 min
Forward Thinking Founders031 - Rajiv Ayyangar (CEO of Tandem) On Remote Work CollaborationIn today’s episode, we talk to Rajiv Ayyangar, who is the CEO and Cofounder of Tandem. Tandem is a virtual office for remote teams. Fresh out of YC and coming off a big raise from a16z, Tandem is on a tear building tools for the ever-growing remote world. In this conversation, we talk about:What is Tandem?Is remote work actually growing? If so, why?What does a typical user get when they use Tandem?How does he think about replicating the office experience, but onlineWhat are ot...
2019-10-2837 min
Forward Thinking Founders019 - Mat Vogels (Founder of Zestful) on Employee PerksOn this episode of Forward Thinking Founders, Mat Vogels, the CEO and Founder of Zestful comes onto the podcast. Zestful is a company that rethinks how startups offer company perks. In this episode, we go deep into:What is Zestful?What was the first version of Zestful?How did Mat get through the darkest times before Zestful found product market fitThoughts on how founders should handle adversity Rethinking the incentives of employees and how founders can be aware about what incentivizes their teamTips for listeners wanting...
2019-09-0136 min
Forward Thinking FoundersStacey Ferreira on the Future of WorkIn the episode, we talk about everything from the future of work to different models of healthcare for freelance workers. I'm excited to bring you this awesome episode of Forward Thinking w/ Mat Sherman. Get on the email list at forwardthinking.substack.com
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2019-02-2431 min
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Dumbbells & DragonsEpisode 004 – Mat ShermanDumbbells and Dragons Show Notes 03/30/2016, Recorded on 03/08/2016 Mat Sherman Contacts: Mat Sherman: Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Anchor: @Mat_Sherman Email: mat@schmooz.io Schmooz: Schmooz.io, Twitter, Instagram: @Schmoozhq Resources: Gary Vaynerchuk – Jab Jab Jab Right Hook Elon Musk – Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future by … Continue reading
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