Start It or Scrap It

Send us Fan Mail 🎙 Find a Co-Founder & Promote Your App! | Ep. 15 | Start It or Scrap It Podcast Struggling to find a co-founder or promote your app? 💡 In Episode 15 of Start It or Scrap It, Mike and Gummi dive into real startup challenges and share actionable advice to help you succeed. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: - How to find a technical co-founder without getting burned (and why websites might...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 14 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️     Dreaming of working for yourself? You’re not alone—79% of people want to, but only 3% take the leap. Why?   In this episode, Mike Terkanian (business attorney) and Gummi Sigurdarson (marketing guru) dive into Reddit’s boldest startup ideas. From a nostalgic word processor UI to AI mentorship tools, we’re breaking down what’s wo...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 13 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️   Is burnout killing your business dreams? 🔥 In this episode, Mike Terkanian (business attorney) and Gummi Sigurdarson (marketing guru) tackle some of Reddit’s boldest ideas. From towing burnout to Shopify sunglass struggles, we’re breaking it down with legal and marketing smarts. Plus, we dive into:   - The truth about pass...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 12 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩!🎙️ Starting a small business is no easy feat—between finding clients, securing a domain name, and navigating legal hurdles, the challenges can feel endless. In this episode, Mike and Gummi tackle real small business struggles and ideas straight from entrepreneurs like you. Which ideas will soar, and which ones should be scrapped?...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 11 of Start It or Scrap It! 🎙️ Every great business starts with a simple idea, but which ones are worth launching? In this episode, Mike and Gummi analyze real startup ideas from entrepreneurs looking to make their mark. Will these ideas revolutionize industries or flop before they even start? 🔍 What’s inside this episode? - A chocolate brand that mixes h...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙 Welcome back to Episode 10 of Start It or Scrap It! Struggling to find your next great business idea? 💡 In this episode, Mike and Gummi break down real startup ideas from the internet and decide whether they have real potential or if they should be scrapped. 💰 Can you launch a profitable business with just $1,000? 🌍 Is renting out WiFi a legit business model? 📢 How do you va...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 9 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ 💡 In this episode, we analyze fresh startup ideas from the entrepreneurial community. Can these ideas become the next big business, or are they better off scrapped? 🔥 This week’s lineup: 📦 Subscription-based fitness coaching – scalable or a dead end? 🌿 A mobile plant care service – brilliant niche or too limited? 🎨 AI-pow...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 8 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ Can YOU compete with Gmail? 🤔💡 In this episode, we dive into a bold startup idea: launching an email provider to take on the giants like Gmail, Outlook, and Yahoo. Is there space in the market for something new? Plus, we analyze: 🔥 A database that tracks startup failures so you don’t repeat them. 🏗️ The potential of IoT sta...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 7 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ In this episode, Mike and Gummi dive deep into the world of SaaS businesses and the challenges of selling them. 🖥️ Whether you’re a developer with a side project or an entrepreneur looking to exit, they share insights on how to position and price your SaaS for success. Plus, we discuss: A parking comparison app: Skyscanner for...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 6 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ Can esports be the key to building stronger school communities? 🎮 In this episode, we explore an idea to create an esports platform for schools. Could this be a game-changer for education and funding extracurricular activities? Plus, we dig into: - The myth of needing a unique business idea to succeed. - Fractional ownership...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 5 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ California's wildfire crisis is intensifying, and insurance companies are leaving homeowners unprotected...  In this episode, we dive into a bold Reddit proposal: CO2-based fire protection and its potential to reduce risks while lowering insurance costs. Plus, we tackle other intriguing business ideas: - A debate website...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back for Episode 4 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! 🎙️ This week, Mike and Gummi dive into an exciting mix of Reddit business pitches, ranging from high-tech AI services to a practical pressure-washing side hustle. Tune in as they provide legal and marketing insights to determine whether these ideas are worth starting—or scrapping. In this episode: - Starting an IT business focuse...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Episode 3 of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! This week, Mike Terkanian (business attorney) and Gummi Sigurdarson (marketing expert) take on a fresh batch of Reddit’s boldest business ideas. From creative uses for small business spaces to a “Golden Ticket Club” lottery pool, solar installation ventures, and even a familiar proposal to replace streaming services—we're breaking...

Send us Fan Mail We are BACK with episode two of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩!  Mike Terkanian and Gummi Sigurdarson dive into more Reddit business ideas to decide if they’re viable or not. In this installment the two discuss topics such as a shipping vending machine, the skills needed to start your own business, and how to turn a social media following into cash flow. With honest critiques and expert adv...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩 𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙘𝙧𝙖𝙥 𝙄𝙩! In this debut, Mike Terkanian (seasoned business attorney) and Gummi Sigurdarson (marketing expert) dive into Reddit’s most interesting business ideas. Can these concepts succeed in the real world, or are they better left online? Tune in for expert insights, sharp critiques, and plenty of laughs as we kick off this excitin...