Episodes
026: Chess and Business: Strategic Moves for Startup Success
In this episode, Nathan and Alex discuss the parallels between chess strategies and business principles. Nathan shares how foundational principles in chess can be applied to startups, emphasizing the importance of minimizing ...
025: Crushing Competition - Lessons from the Frontline
In this conversation, Alex and Nathandiscuss the multifaceted nature of competition in business, emphasising that not all competition is detrimental. They highlight the potential for collaboration among competitors, especiall...
024: The Art of Prioritization
In this discussion, Nathan and Alex explore the challenges faced by startup founders, particularly in prioritizing tasks when everything seems important. They delve into the common traps of focusing on enjoyable tasks rather ...
023: Escaping the Freedom Trap: The Realities of Starting a Business
This discussion revolves around the concept of "The Freedom Trap," where the pursuit of entrepreneurship, often motivated by the desire for freedom—be it time, financial, or creative—can paradoxically lead to greater constrai...
022: How Do You Launch - A Business to Manage Warranties
In this episode, Nathan and Alex experiment with ChatGPT to generate a startup idea, evaluating its viability and potential. They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the concept and share their strategies for launching it...
021: Bridging the Mental Gap: Selling Innovation
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the challenges of introducing innovative technologies, such as digital product passports, to clients who may struggle to understand their potential applications. They explore the ...
020: Is ChatGPT the Ultimate Startup Coach?
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex explore entrepreneurial advice provided by ChatGPT, discussing its accuracy and relevance. They delve into key tips for new entrepreneurs, including defining an ideal customer profile, th...
019: Roasting the Coffee Shop Fantasy
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the common misconception surrounding the coffee shop business, referred to as the 'coffee shop fantasy.' They explore the stark contrast between the romanticized idea of owning a ...
018: Navigating Salary Transparency - A Double-Edged Sword
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan discuss the complexities of salary transparency within companies, exploring its pros and cons, the impact on employee negotiation power, and the challenges faced by startups in competitiv...
017: Should You Get An MBA?
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the relevance of an MBA in today's entrepreneurial landscape. Nathan emphasizes the structured learning environment of an MBA, the importance of experiential learning, and how min...
016: Unexpected Networking Adventures
In this conversation, Nathan shares his unique experiences with networking, including a memorable encounter at a secretive club in Berlin. He discusses the importance of storytelling in networking, strategies for exiting conv...
015: Finding Trustworthy Mentors in Business
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex explore the complexities of entrepreneurship, focusing on the importance of finding trustworthy mentors, evaluating business advice, and the balance between taking action and consuming kn...
014: When Is It Okay To Break The Rules?
In this conversation, Nathan shares his journey of founding Minespider, initially as a crypto startup, and the challenges faced in navigating the regulatory landscape. The discussion delves into the gray areas of startup regu...
013: How to (Not) Name Your Company
In this conversation, Alex and Nathan discuss the intricacies of naming startups, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on the importance of memorable branding. They explore the challenges of finding unique names, the signi...
012: The Myth of the Perfect Idea
In this conversation, Nathan and Alex discuss the common misconception that business ideas hold intrinsic value. They explore the importance of execution over the idea itself, the nuances of protecting ideas through patents, ...
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 ...
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...
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...
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 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...