011: Always Get on the Bus - Embracing Opportunities
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the importance of embracing unexpected opportunities and experiences in entrepreneurship. They share personal anecdotes from events like CES and Web Summit, highlighting how unpla...
010: Reflection Techniques for Founders
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the challenges of remote work, the importance of reflection for founders, and various techniques for processing thoughts and ideas. They explore the role of journaling, meditation...
The Art of Targeted Outreach in B2B Sales
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan discuss the challenges and strategies of client acquisition through cold emailing and other outreach methods. They share insights from their experiences, emphasizing the importance of tar...
The Secret to Winning Business Proposals
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the intricacies of creating effective proposals for business projects. They emphasize the importance of presentation, understanding client needs, and the internal selling process ...
Mastering the Art of Hiring in Startups
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan delve into the complexities of hiring within startups, focusing on the challenges founders face when bringing in new talent. They discuss the importance of soft skills, the differences be...
The Power of Storytelling in Business
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the challenges and experiences of starting a business in a new country, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in networking and personal branding. They explore how to find on...
Mastering Pricing Strategies in Business
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan discuss the complexities of pricing strategies in business, particularly focusing on the importance of value-based pricing, customer commitment, and the pitfalls of discounting. They shar...
The Evolution of Work Environments
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the evolution of work environments, particularly the shift from traditional office settings to remote work. They explore the benefits and challenges of remote work, including comm...
Navigating Complex Learning with AI
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex explore the evolving landscape of learning and knowledge acquisition, particularly in the context of complex topics and the role of AI. Nathan shares his personal journey of starting a po...
Recognizing Red Flags in Team Dynamics
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the challenges of hiring and managing employees in a startup environment. They share personal experiences of recognizing when a team member is not a good fit and the difficult pro...
Navigating Stress as a Founder
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan explore the challenges of managing stress as founders, discussing various techniques and tools to cope with overwhelming responsibilities. They share personal anecdotes about unconvention...
About the Hosts
Nathan
Nathan is a Canadian startup founder and emerging technology expert with a focus on blockchain, AI, and systems-level innovation. He is the founder and CEO of Minespider, one of the leading companies for digital product passports, battery passports and product traceability. He is a twice published author, a UN/CEFACT expert and the former host of the Analysis in Chains blockchain podcast.
Alex
Alex is a German entrepreneur and seasoned startup operator with a track record in finance, blockchain, climate, and health. He specializes in bootstrapping tech‑enabled businesses and, with over a decade of experience, blends deep technical expertise with a passion for automation, scalable growth, and founder performance.