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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 17d

Meet Manoj Balraj, co-founder of Experion Technologies.

From building digital platforms to performing hip-hop with his “Crazy Uncles” crew, Manoj shares how creativity fuels product innovation.

🎧 Listen now to episode 2256 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #AgileMindset

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 17d

Churn is quietly killing your business and you may not even know it.

On The Thoughtful Entrepreneur episode 2251, Yemi Oluseun of The Change Hive talks about turning retention into a true growth engine.

Growth isn’t more leads. It’s better experiences.

🎧 Listen to the episode now!

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 23d

SubcontractorHub grew 25% MoM with a pricing model most startups ignore.

Justin Brach shares how aligning with contractor cash flow, leaning into AI, and iterating fast got them to $30M and PMF.

🎧 Listen to Ep 2 of The Breakout CEO on any podcast app.

#PricingThatWorks #ContractorTech #AIStartup

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 24d

Feeling stuck inside your business?

In episode 2251 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, Ral West reveals the 6 principles that helped her combat burnout.

🎧 Search The Thoughtful Entrepreneur wherever you get podcasts.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #FoundersLife #BusinessFreedom #EntrepreneurTips

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 28d

AI isn’t coming, it’s here.

In Episode 2249 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, Ursula Mentjes of Ursula Inc. shares how custom GPTs and AI agents can transform sales and marketing.

Listen now on your favorite podcast app.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #AI #SalesGrowth #MarketingInnovation

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 28d

Scaling e-commerce isn’t about bigger ad spend. It’s about content that sells.

Mo Elhawary explains in Episode 2248 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur.

Listen now on your favorite podcast app.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #EcommerceGrowth #ScalingBrands

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · 28d

Claude Burns went from Navy service to scaling Office Libations onto the INC 5000 list 3x.

On What It Takes: Business Owners Tell All, he shares lessons on leadership, culture, and resilience.

🎧 Listen now!

👉 Recommend a founder we should feature next.

#Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Startups

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 16

From flooded garage to a safety-first brand 👷‍♂️

Tim Jenkins of Gorilla Concrete Tools shares how he built a durable business on family, respect, and never cutting corners.

Listen to Episode 16 of The Leader’s Edge 🎧

#SmallBusiness #LeadershipInAction #ToolTalk

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 16

Meet Ellen Pietrowitz Phillips. She went from art major to manufacturing CEO.

On Ep 15 of Growing Up B2B, she shares how she took over the family business with zero industry experience.

What's one risk you took without feeling fully ready? Share it below!

#Podcast #B2B #FoundersFlow #Leadership

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 11

In Ep. 1 of The Breakout CEO, Jeff Holman breaks down how scaling leaders turn breakdowns into breakthroughs with smarter legal strategy and raw leadership stories.

🎧 Listen now on any podcast platform.

Recommend someone with a story worth telling.

#CEO #Leadership #FractionalLegal

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 11

Ep. 2242 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur features Jon Ferrara with a simple message: relationships drive business.

Jon’s insights go beyond software. He shares a story of purpose and why helping others grow is the key to lasting success.

Listen on your favorite podcast app.

#Podcast #Business

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 11

Success without self-awareness = burnout.

Jacopo Iasiello breaks down why energy and intention matter more than hustle.

Catch him on The Ultimate Journey of Self-Care.

#Wellness #Mindset

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 2

“You’re not owed the job, you earn it.”

Ivan Gekht on leading with integrity, earning respect in a family business, and building real trust.

🎙Catch Growing Up B2B. Comment ‘Guest’ to connect.

#B2B #Leadership #FamilyBusiness

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 2

Retention > traffic.

Elliot Koss breaks down why PLG without user love is a waste.

Got a story to share? Comment “Guest” to join the podcast.

#PLG #SaaS #StartupGrowth #Retention

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Sep 2

Retention > traffic.

Elliot Koss breaks down why PLG without user love is a waste.

Bootstrapped? Building? Got stories to share? Comment “Guest” to be on Product Led Growth Leaders.

#PLG #SaaS #StartupGrowth #Retention

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 26

On The Thoughtful Entrepreneur ep. 2235, cybersecurity expert Aethon Security's Derek Kernus unpacks the current threat landscape and why even small businesses are targets.

Search The Thoughtful Entrepreneur and listen now!

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #CyberDefense #SecurityAwareness

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 26

“Drivers are heroes.”

Jerry Curl is rewriting what leadership looks like in trucking — less ego, more empathy. 🚛

Ep. 2 of On the Front Line is a must-listen. Search for it wherever you get podcasts.

#TruckingLeadership #FrontlineVoices

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 25

“Great leaders don’t resist uncertainty—they flex through it.” 🌳

On Ep. 2234 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, Kevin Eikenberry shares how to lead with confidence in chaotic times.

🎧 Search The Thoughtful Entrepreneur on your podcast app.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #FlexibleLeadership #Leadership

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 25

“We’ve monetized 300 out of 25K users. The rest? Free.”

Tyler Jewell on why Akka flipped its licensing model to survive.

Search AI & Data Driven Leadership Ep. 13 to hear more. Recommend a friend who could be a great guest for the podcast!

#OpenSource #TechLeadership

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 25

Success ≠ Fulfillment

Oxana Lovich joins The Ultimate Journey of Self-Care to share her story and the 7 pillars of holistic success. 🌸

Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts!

Tag someone who has a great story about self-care. 💬

#FulfilledLife #HolisticHealing #Success

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 19

Richard James Rogers went from science teacher to global corporate trainer by turning classroom strategies into business tools.

Your everyday skills might be more valuable than you think.

Listen to Ep. 109 of Six Figure Speaker Spotlight.

#Speaking #CareerSwitch #EdToExec

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 19

"Fall in love with the problem, not your product." 🔥

David Hirschfeld breaks down why most B2B startups fail.

Want to be a guest? Comment “Guest" and we'll get you connected on the show!

#Startups #PLG #B2B #Podcast

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 13

Are your finances fueling freedom or holding you back?

Ep 2227 of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur ft. Michelle Taylor covers tax traps, cash flow, and paying your kids.

Search The Thoughtful Entrepreneur on your podcast app.

#TheThoughtfulEntrepreneur #EntrepreneurFinance #FinancialWellness

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UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 13

In Free to Lead Ep. 50, Liana Zavo shares how women can use storytelling and PR to build influence and authority.

🎧 Listen on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, search Free to Lead
💬 Recommend a woman whose story needs to be told.

#Leadership #Storytelling #WomenInPR

UpMyInfluence @upmyinfluence.org · Aug 13

How did Daniel Melkersson use guerrilla tactics to win enterprise clients without funding?

It’s raw, tactical, and brutally honest.

Search B2B Tech Founders Lounge on your favorite podcast app.

Tag someone who might be perfect for the next episode.

#B2BStartups #SalesStrategy #TechFounders