The Valuu Makers Podcast

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Join hosts Ryan Purvis and Jayni Vaghela on Valuu Spotlight as they explore Notion's versatility for personal and professional organisation. They discuss its benefits for tracking tasks, finances, and collaboration while acknowledging some limitations. With its free tier, ongoing improvements, and integrations. Notion: https://affiliate.notion.so/ucun26x22s1r Connect with Our Host Ryan Purvis on L...

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In the first episode of 'Valuu Spotlight,' host Ryan Purvis and guest Jayni dive into a review of AI note-taking tools Fathom and Otter. Ryan shares his personal experiences, detailing each tool's pros and cons, features, and nuances of their free and premium versions. They discuss various functionalities and how the tools cater to different user needs. Tune in to get insights and reco...

In this episode of the Valuu Makers Podcast, host Ryan welcomes Nick Fine, a seasoned UX professional with 20 years of researcher and designer experience. Nick, the founder of UX Psychology, discusses the essence of UX, emphasizing the importance of user-centricity in product development. He outlines common misconceptions about UX, the balance between security and usability, and a product’s lifecy...

In this episode of 'The Founder Series' with Ryan Purvis, he focuses on the challenges of managing and scaling a business, the importance of having good people, and the role of technology. Highlights include the struggle of replacing employees, building momentum in the new year, and leveraging free tools effectively. Stay tuned for insights that could help fellow entrepreneurs on their jou...

On this episode of the Value Maker Podcast, Ryan Purvest interviews John Loudon, an entrepreneur and investor known for building and acquiring companies in the digital agency space. He highlights his company's unique approach to digital transformation, emphasising the importance of integrating technology into traditional businesses. John elaborates on his acquisition strategy, explaining how he se...

On this episode of the Value Maker Podcast, Ryan Purvis sits down with Caterina Maniscalco to discuss innovative leadership models, the challenges of digital transformation, and ethical AI. Caterina introduces her ground breaking concept of couple leadership, explained in her book, Distributed Leadership and Digital Innovation. Together, they explore how pairing complementary leaders can foster co...

In this insightful episode of the Founders Series, Ryan Purvis delves into overcoming challenges in technical leadership, the lessons of hiring, the value of routines and the importance of clear, attainable missions for team success. Book mentioned: - BE 2.0 by Jim Collins Show links: YouTube:  Valuu LinkedIn:  @Valuuai Valuu Makers:  www.valuumakers.club Be a guest:  Sign up Try Valuu Workspace: ...

In this episode of Valuu Makers , Ryan Purvis welcomes Steve Orrin, Federal CTO at Intel, to explore Intel’s pivotal role in shaping the future of technology. From powering AI and 5G innovations to redefining network and edge computing with IPUs, Steve dives deep into how Intel’s hardware and software drive modern digital transformation. They discuss groundbreaking advancements like quantum comput...

In this engaging episode of the Valuu Makers podcast, Ryan Purvis and Heather Bicknell reflect on their recent travels and the engineering marvels they've encountered, from the Roman aqueducts to the sophisticated tunnels of Paris. They also discuss the fascinating evolution of technology—from the historical feats of construction to futuristic visions of augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality ap...

In this episode of the Founder's series, we dive into the realities of entrepreneurship with Ryan. We discuss the importance of referrals, balancing product development with technical debt, and navigating leadership without always having the answers. Ryan shares personal insights on overcoming fear, making decisions decisively, and learning from failures to grow stronger as a leader and founder. S...

In this Valuu Makers podcast episode, Ryan Purvis talks with Collin Graves, founder and managing partner of North Labs, about the transformative power of data analytics, automation, and AI in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Collin shares real-world examples of how his team identifies and resolves operational constraints to drive efficiency and profitability. Discover how North Labs’ strategi...

In this episode of the Value Makers podcast, Ryan Purvis sits down with Adam Judelson, founder of First Principles Catalyst, to discuss the intricacies of product management. From managing expectations and finding product-market fit to balancing bureaucracy with innovation, Adam shares insights from his extensive career in Silicon Valley. They explore practical examples, like the lessons learned f...

In this episode of Valuu Makers, Ryan Purvis chats with Nicolle Herrera, founder of a nikkirev studio specialising in storytelling and immersive technologies. They explore how AR/VR is shaping industries from education to healthcare and discuss the challenges and potential of making these technologies accessible to everyone. Nicolle shares insights on her creative process, how her team collaborate...

Ryan Purvis sits down with Sneha Saigal who is the founder and CEO of Geeks and Experts, a platform connecting startups and scaleups with fractional PR talent on a contract basis. They dive into practical PR strategies for seed to Series A/B companies, how to identify and connect with the right media outlets, and why building relationships with journalists is key. Sneha shares her insights on the...

In this episode, Ryan Purvis talks with Louise Thomas, CEO of Air Aware Labs, about the innovative ways her company is making air pollution data accessible and actionable. They discuss how Air Aware Labs helps users, particularly parents, athletes, and individuals with health concerns, by integrating high-resolution air pollution data with personal exposure algorithms. From a partnership with Stra...

In this episode of the Founder Series Podcast, we dive into the challenges of managing expectations in a world driven by instant gratification. We explore how consistency, adaptability, and a mindset focused on long-term goals are key to success in small business, especially when results take time. Stay focused, track your progress, and always aim to improve. Try out these products for: Courses: L...

In this episode of the Valuu Makers podcast, hosts Ryan Purvis and Heather Bicknell dive into the shifting landscape of digital entertainment and augmented reality (AR). They discuss the rising costs of streaming subscriptions, the changing habits of media consumption, and the exciting future of AR glasses, such as Meta's new Orion glasses. From binging science fiction books to examining the evolu...

In this episode of the Valuu Makers podcast, Ryan Purvis and Heather Bicknell dive into the highs and lows of product development, reflecting on lessons learned and the importance of a strong team. Ryan shares candid insights into the journey of building a product using low-code platforms like Bubble, navigating the challenges of bootstrapping, and overcoming setbacks. Heather adds her perspective...

In this episode, we dive into the personal reflections of Ryan on the challenges of maintaining motivation while navigating the popular '75 Hard' program. He shares how a recent disagreement with the program's creator has led to a decision to distance themselves from the individual's views while continuing to draw value from the challenge. We explore the importance of finding inter...

In this podcast episode of Value Makers , host Ryan Purvis interviews Ben Johnson , a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Particle 41, a software development firm specialising in cloud engineering and data science. Ben discusses the origins of Particle 41, his passion for agile software development, and the unique services his company provides, positioning them as the "special operators&qu...

Managing change can be especially challenging depending on the company culture. In larger organisations, changes are often more streamlined and accepted with less resistance. In smaller businesses, however, resistance can be higher, potentially due to closer personal connections and a more informal structure. This paradox highlights how smaller teams might struggle more with change despite being m...

In this episode of the Valuu Makers Podcast , host Ryan Purvis talks to Andre Lemaitre , CEO and founder of MakersForge , a games industry partner helping businesses raise, hire, and build communities. Andre shares his journey from recruitment into the gaming industry, his passion for enriching the startup ecosystem in games, and how Makersforge is working to create a sustainable future for indie...